Spectacular South of France with Paris & the French Riviera — 16 Days | Gvoya
Northern Europe & Scandinavia
Spectacular South of France with Paris & the French Riviera
The South of France is a feast for your eyes, soul and appetite; discover this incredible region on a luxury cruise with Scenic. This is a decadent journey through the country’s southern waterways.
The South of France is a feast for your eyes, soul and appetite; discover this incredible region on a luxury cruise with Scenic. This is a decadent journey through the country’s southern waterways.
The only eleven-day cruise along the rivers of the south of France
Explore the rugged beauty of the Ardeche National Park and immerse yourself in the Caverne du Pont – D'Arc Museum
Visit the ancient Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard in Avignon
Savour authentic local flavours expertly prepared by Michelin Star chef Didier Goiffon
Discover the secrets of Paris’ bohemian Montmartre district
Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant on the French Riviera
2 Scenic Enrich experiences with an extraordinary classical concert at the magnificent Popes’ Palace in Avignon and an acapella choir performance at Trinity Chapel in Lyon – Exclusive to Scenic
5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 147 guests
Your choice of spacious Standard Suite, or a Balcony Suite with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
Join French cooking demonstrations in our exclusive on board cooking school, Scenic Culinaire
Personalise your trip with 38 included Scenic Freechoice activities
Enjoy a choice of up to five on board dining experiences, from casual to fine dining
Complimentary premium beverages on the cruise all day, every day* – not just at meal times
On board butler service for every suite
Complimentary on board full mini-bar restocked daily
The freedom of our on board e-bikes – electrically assisted bicycles
Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
Return airport transfers^
All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore
Expert Scenic Tour Director during land tours
Luxury hotel accommodation
Included train journey between Paris and Lyon
Included flight between Lyon and Nice
All ground transfers
Ship
Scenic Sapphire
Scenic
A 5-star Scenic Space-Ship purpose-built for European river cruising — 135 metres, 4 decks, 163 guests across all-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation. Sister vessels of Diamond / Sapphire / Crystal share the same hull, interior and inclusion package, differing only in deck-plan tweaks year-on-year.
Scenic 5-Star Space-Ship · European Rivers
• 163 guests · close to 1:1 crew ratio
• All-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation 13–46 m²
• Crystal Dining + Table La Rive + Portobellos + River Café (4 dining venues)
• Senses Spa, Salt Therapy Lounge, Vitality Pool
• Complimentary e-bike fleet for shore exploration
• All-inclusive — beverages with meals, gratuities, transfers, Scenic Enrich & Freechoice
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Booking & Cancellation Policies
Children Policy
River cruises: minimum age 12 (younger guests considered case-by-case). Scenic Eclipse expedition voyages: minimum age 8 (12 for Antarctic and remote polar regions). All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Third Person Policy
Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability.
Child discount: 50%
Cancellation Policy
150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty
121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty
0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty
Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit.
Name change fee: $250 USD
Gratuities
All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.
Insurance Requirements
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.
Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy
