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Rhône Valley, France

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The Rhône Valley is one of France's most celebrated wine regions, stretching roughly 200 kilometres from Lyon south to Avignon along the Rhône River. It is divided into two distinct zones — the Northern Rhône, known for prestigious Syrah-based reds like Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage, and the Southern Rhône, home to the bold Grenache blends of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Beyond wine, the region draws visitors with its Roman heritage, medieval villages, dramatic gorges, and the cultural richness of cities like Lyon — widely regarded as the gastronomic capital of France. Outdoor enthusiasts are also drawn here for cycling, hiking, and kayaking along the river and through the surrounding hills.

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Rhône Valley, France · 8 days

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Lyon & Provence: Avignon to Lyon by Train — Self-Launched

A self-launched version of Viking's 8-day Lyon & Provence river cruise, swapping the 930-passenger longship for regional TER trains, buses and a bicycle along the Rhône. You'll hit the same Roman ruins in Arles and Vienne, the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, the Ardèche steam train, Vieux Lyon and the Beaujolais vineyards — but at your own pace, sleeping in hostels and guesthouses and eating in markets rather than on a ship. Everything is bookable yourself: SNCF Connect for trains, GetYourGuide or the tourist office for walking tours, and direct cellar bookings in Beaujolais. Costs are rough backpacker estimates in GBP and exclude flights.

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