--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 70bb6b0a-5299-477a-9bf7-47cd05eaddbf slug: 2266488 voyage_code: EFRM120627.2 cruise_line: Emerald Cruises ship: Emerald Lumi departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Marseille disembarkation_port: Lyon starting_price_usd: 4895.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:36:04Z --- # Sensations of Lyon & Provence from Marseille > Emerald Cruises · Emerald Lumi · Jun 12 – 19, 2027   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Emerald Cruises | | **Ship** | Emerald Lumi | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Marseille | | **Disembarkation Port** | Lyon | | **Starting Price** | 4,895 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EFRM120627.2 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Marseille **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Marseille, a port city in southern France, has been a crossroads of immigration and trade since its founding by the Greeks circa 600 B.C. At its heart is the Vieux-Port (Old Port), where fishmongers sell their catch along the boat-lined quay. Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde is a Romanesque-Byzantine church. Modern landmarks include Le Corbusier’s influential Cité Radieuse complex and Zaha Hadid’s CMA CGM Tower. ### Day 1: Arles **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Arles is a city on the Rhône River in the Provence region of southern France. It's famed for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh, which influenced the contemporary art displayed at the Fondation Vincent Van Gogh. Once a provincial capital of ancient Rome, Arles is also known for many remains from that era, including Arles Amphitheatre (les Arènes d'Arles), now hosting plays, concerts and bullfights ### Day 2: Arles **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Arles is a city on the Rhône River in the Provence region of southern France. It's famed for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh, which influenced the contemporary art displayed at the Fondation Vincent Van Gogh. Once a provincial capital of ancient Rome, Arles is also known for many remains from that era, including Arles Amphitheatre (les Arènes d'Arles), now hosting plays, concerts and bullfights ### Day 3: Avignon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Avignon, a city in southeastern France’s Provence region, is set on the Rhône River. From 1309 to 1377, it was the seat of the Catholic popes. It remained under papal rule until becoming part of France in 1791. This legacy can be seen in the massive Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace) in the city center, which is surrounded by medieval stone ramparts ### Day 4: Viviers **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Viviers is a commune in the department of Ardèche in southern France. The administrative and religious capital of Vivarais, the town of Viviers, on the right bank of the Rhône, in southern Ardèche, retains an important heritage from its rich past, including many listed monuments ### Day 5: Tournon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tournon-sur-Rhône is a commune in the Ardèche department in southern France. ### Day 6: Lyon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse hill. ### Day 7: Chalon-Sur-Saône **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Chalon-sur-Saône is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France. It is a sub-prefecture of the department. It is the largest city in the department; however, the department capital is the smaller city of Mâcon. ### Day 7: Beaune **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Beaune is a walled town at the center of the Burgundy winemaking region in France. Surrounded by the Côte d'Or vineyards, the cobbled town is renowned for an annual wine auction held at the Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Recognized by its colorful, geometric-patterned tile roof, this 15th-century former hospital is now the Hôtel-Dieu Museum, showcasing works like "The Last Judgement" altarpiece by Van der Weyden. ### Day 8: Lyon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse hill. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $4,895 | | Suite | $10,903 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Emerald Stateroom** (Code: D) Category D Emerald Riverview Stateroom Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Riverview staterooms feature picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they're bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money. These staterooms i... **Emerald Stateroom** (Code: E) Category E Emerald Riverview Stateroom Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Riverview staterooms feature picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they're bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money. These staterooms i... **Emerald Single Stateroom** (Code: ES) Category ES Emerald Riverview Single Stateroom Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 1 guest Emerald Riverview Single staterooms feature picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. With their deluxe single bed, they provide excellent value for money for single guests. These ... ### Suite Cabins **Owner’s One-bedroom Suite** (Code: SA) Category SA Owner's One-Bedroom Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Owner's One-Bedroom Suites boast their very own bedroom which closes off from the rest of their cabin; a separate lounge area; and a fantastic outdoor balcony complete with open-air system, allowing you to enjoy the view... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: B) Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites are a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. A unique floor-to-ceiling window with an open-air system ensures you don't miss a single view. These suites include a q... **Grand Balcony Suite** (Code: S) Category S Grand Balcony Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Grand Balcony Suites boast a number of fantastic inclusions, such as an in-suite Nespresso machine - an added home comfort that means you can relax with a hot beverage at any time, day or night. They also offer a spacious outdo... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: C) Category C Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites are a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. A unique floor-to-ceiling window with an open-air system ensures you don't miss a single view. These suites... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: A) Category A Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites are a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. A unique floor-to-ceiling window with an open-air system ensures you don't miss a single view. These suites... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: P) Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites are a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. A unique floor-to-ceiling window with an open-air system ensures you don't miss a single view. These suites include a q... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: R) Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite Decks: Occupancy: Sleeps 2 guests Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites are a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. A unique floor-to-ceiling window with an open-air system ensures you don't miss a single view. These suites include a q... ## Ship Information ### Emerald Lumi An elegant boutique experience awaits aboard this purpose-built vessel designed for the Seine River. Contemporary interiors and spacious suites offer comfort tailored to France’s narrow, shallow waterways. Onboard, French-inspired cuisine and thoughtfully paired wines celebrate the region’s flavors, while each sailing immerses guests in Northern France’s artistic and cultural heritage through storytelling and curated experiences. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 130 | | Crew | 48 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 135.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Fitness - **Getting your laps in**: Spacious on board pools provide plenty of room for swimming. - **Your well-equipped gym**: Keep up your workout regime in our well-equipped, modern gym. - **Activity manager & wellness coach**: Overseeing our EmeraldACTIVE experiences, join your activity manager for a range of fitness classes or active excursions onshore. Your wellness team i... ### Other - **Captain & crew**: With a wealth of knowledge and experience, your captain provides a safe and smooth sojourn along the awe-inspiring waterways of Europe, and our team e... - **Cruise Director & Hotel Manager**: Your cruise director is happy to assist you and share their experiences, ensuring you make the most of your European adventure, while your hotel manag... - **Culinary Experts**: Our professional chefs craft delectable dining options for breakfast and lunch, plus an indulgent evening à la carte menu. Enjoy fresh, seasonal cuisi... - **Every thoughtful detail**: From soft gowns to luxurious ESPA toiletries, you’ll enjoy unparalleled comfort. - **Food and drink with a local family in Slovakia**: Sharing a table with local people is the best way to experience regional food. In Bratislava, EmeraldPLUS gives you the chance to visit the home of a ... ### Food and Drink - **A beer for everyone**: Is there anything quite like taking a refreshing sip of a chilled beer to toast your meal ahead? Whether it be a draught beer or one of our carefully ... - **A generous cocktail menu**: Our expert bartenders are available throughout your cruise to mix up one of our many delicious cocktails. Emerald Cruises’ vast bar menu promises some... - **A range of dietary options**: Sample amazing vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options^. ^Please inform your crew of any dietary requirements. - **Delicious handpicked wines**: When it comes to wine, our expert sommeliers handpick a selection of the local area’s finest for you to enjoy throughout your time on board. From robu... - **Dining experience at Quinta de Pacheca wine estate**: Savour a rural dinner at the beautiful Quinta da Pacheca, a historic farm and winery in the foothills of the famous Douro Valley. With wonderful food ... ### Recreational - **Sight-see while you cycle**: Take advantage of our free-to-use on board bikes to explore the sights. ### Relaxation - **A dedicated space**: Settle into a professional massage therapy room designed around serenity. - **A place to relax**: Enjoy the serene poolside atmosphere, with exceptional panoramic views. - **A relaxing massage**: Unwind with a massage courtesy of our expertly trained masseuses. ## Ports of Call ### Marseille *Coordinates: 43.2976, 5.38104* Marseille, a port city in southern France, has been a crossroads of immigration and trade since its founding by the Greeks circa 600 B.C. At its heart is the Vieux-Port (Old Port), where fishmongers sell their catch along the boat-lined quay. Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde is a Romanesque-Byzantine church. Modern landmarks include Le Corbusier’s influential Cité Radieuse complex and Zaha Hadid’s... ### Arles *Coordinates: 43.6767, 4.6275* Arles is a city on the Rhône River in the Provence region of southern France. It's famed for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh, which influenced the contemporary art displayed at the Fondation Vincent Van Gogh. Once a provincial capital of ancient Rome, Arles is also known for many remains from that era, including Arles Amphitheatre (les Arènes d'Arles), now hosting plays, concerts and bullfight... ### Avignon *Coordinates: 43.9493, 4.80553* Avignon, a city in southeastern France’s Provence region, is set on the Rhône River. From 1309 to 1377, it was the seat of the Catholic popes. It remained under papal rule until becoming part of France in 1791. This legacy can be seen in the massive Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace) in the city center, which is surrounded by medieval stone ramparts ### Viviers *Coordinates: 44.4803, 4.69105* Viviers is a commune in the department of Ardèche in southern France. The administrative and religious capital of Vivarais, the town of Viviers, on the right bank of the Rhône, in southern Ardèche, retains an important heritage from its rich past, including many listed monuments ### Tournon *Coordinates: 45.0679, 4.83214* Tournon-sur-Rhône is a commune in the Ardèche department in southern France. ### Lyon *Coordinates: 45.764, 4.83566* Lyon, the capital city in France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône rivers. Its center reflects 2,000 years of history from the Roman Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, medieval and Renaissance architecture in Vieux (Old) Lyon, to the modern Confluence district on Presqu'île peninsula. Traboules, covered passageways between buildings, connect Vieux Lyon and La C... ### Chalon-Sur-Saône *Coordinates: 46.7808, 4.85395* Chalon-sur-Saône is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France. It is a sub-prefecture of the department. It is the largest city in the department; however, the department capital is the smaller city of Mâcon. ### Beaune *Coordinates: 47.026, 4.84* Beaune is a walled town at the center of the Burgundy winemaking region in France. Surrounded by the Côte d'Or vineyards, the cobbled town is renowned for an annual wine auction held at the Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune). Recognized by its colorful, geometric-patterned tile roof, this 15th-century former hospital is now the Hôtel-Dieu Museum, showcasing works like "The Last Judgement" altarpiece ... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2266488 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2266488 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2266488.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2266488/ - **Primary Image:** ax6uh8qo0a8j.compat.objectstorage.us-chicago-1.oraclecloud.com/v3/static/cruise-lines/emerald-cruises/emerald-lumi/ship/80276.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:36:04 UTC