The Rhine River is a crucial waterway in Germany and is linked to other major rivers in Western Europe via canals. Castles along the Rhine are a characteristic feature of the landscape. Rhine Valley remains the chief attraction for travelers who love this section of the cruise. Aside from castles you see charming, old world towns fortified by walls and towers with churches in this vineyard region.

Flowing through Provence you enjoy some of Frances’ most historic cities. Along its shores are the best French wine regions. Highlights of the cruise include Papal Palace in Avignon, vineyards of Cote du Rhone and history of Arles. Rhone River cruises wind through Lyon, noted for its great restaurants and awesome silk works.

Traveling through the heart of Provence you pass through ancient towns, lavender fields and typical Van Gogh landscape.  From Lyon the river's course is southward to the Mediterranean Sea through a broad valley between the French Alps and Massif Central. Before reaching the coast it passes through Camargue, a large natural area with wild horses and stark nature.

The Rhone, an important route since the times of the Greeks and Romans was the main trade route from the Mediterranean to Gaul. As such you find Greek cultural influences as also habitation of several Celtic tribes. Taking a Rhone River Cruise through Provence is a great way to experience the romance of the South of France.

You will be awed by the river journey on the Rhone to discover French history, culture and the country's most stunning scenery. Also you see architecture and works of art that are almost as famous as the wine and cuisine of the region.