On our French river cruises, you'll go beyond the destinations, travelling in style on board our Star-Ships.
Relax as you venture deep into the wondrous cultural surroundings of Paris, or indulge in world-class dining as you take in the sights and scenery of Nice and the French Rivera on the Cote-D’Azur. Explore ancient Roman influence and architecture, experience world-renowned vineyards and exquisite restaurants on our French river cruises.
A culinary heritage few can match, a capital synonymous with romance, and a history packed with intrigue, it is little wonder that France welcomes more international visitors every year than anywhere else on Earth.
A river cruise is the perfect way to explore the culture, history and beauty of this incredible part of the world, transporting you through the nation’s unspoiled beauty spots and culture-rich cities. An Emerald Waterways river cruise will take you to the very heart of France, via the Rhône and Saône rivers.
The rivers of France, explored by Emerald Waterways:
If you're looking for multi-country river cruises in France and Germany amongst other fascinating western European countries, then take a look at our Rhine river cruise collection. For food & drink lovers, we recommend a trip on our wine river cruise to Burgundy and Provence.
You will have the opportunity to enjoy an EmeraldEXCURSION almost every day of you Rhône river cruise, from guided tours of Lyon and Arles to a visit to a Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine estate, all handpicked by our expert Journey Planners.
Whether you are in the ‘gastronomic capital of the world’ Lyon, wine-tasting your way through Burgundy or truffle hunting in Tournus, our EmeraldPLUS experiences in France are perfect for foodies and wine-lovers alike.
See the destinations we visit in a different light with our guided bicycles tours and take part in a morning yoga class on the Sun Deck with our Activity Managers, before a guided hike through vineyards in Tournon or embark on a canoeing experience in Avignon – all part of our EmeraldACTIVE program.
An undoubted highlight of both our French river cruises is an extra-special Provençal evening hosted by Top Chef finalist Fabian Morreale. Hear all about this extra-special event here.
