--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 06d8d4de-b4ec-419d-add6-a81fe7eef675 slug: 2278699 voyage_code: VOYA32 cruise_line: VIVA Cruises ship: VIVA VOYAGE departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Lyon disembarkation_port: Lyon starting_price_usd: 3025.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T22:27:54Z --- # Whispers Of The Rhone > VIVA Cruises · VIVA VOYAGE · Aug 27 – Sep 3   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | VIVA Cruises | | **Ship** | VIVA VOYAGE | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Lyon | | **Disembarkation Port** | Lyon | | **Starting Price** | 3,025 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | VOYA32 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Lyon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Sitting in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon boasts a proud 2,000 year history. From its magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of Fourvière, to Renaissance architecture in Lyon’s old town, to the Presqu’ile peninsula, where impressive 19th century buildings house banks, cultural centres, and government buildings, alongside designer stores, independent retailers, restaurants, bars, cafes, and nightclubs. Check out the Vieux area of the cit... ### Day 2: Tournon **Arrives:** 07:30 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Hugging the rich landscape of the Rhône wine valleys, and not far from the rugged Doux valley, you'll find the picturesque village of Tournon, nestled on the banks of the Rhône river. Known as Tournon-sur-Rhône, this scenic town, in the Ardéche valley of the South of France, boasts an historic castle of the same name. Step inside the Castle of Tournon-sur-Rhône to find the Musée de France, depicting the world of the Renaissance. Enjoy the art and furniture of the times, reflecting the cult... ### Day 3: Avignon **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM As you stroll the squares and cobbled streets of Avignon, in south-eastern France, you can’t help but be impressed by the architectural influence of 400 years of papal rule. From its 800 year old ramparts that tower majestically over the Rhône River, to the UNESCO listed Pope’s Palace and city centre, the area is steeped in cultural history. However, to contrast the spectacular ancient architecture, the city has a young energetic population. With many attending the University of Avignon, th... ### Day 4: Avignon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM As you stroll the squares and cobbled streets of Avignon, in south-eastern France, you can’t help but be impressed by the architectural influence of 400 years of papal rule. From its 800 year old ramparts that tower majestically over the Rhône River, to the UNESCO listed Pope’s Palace and city centre, the area is steeped in cultural history. However, to contrast the spectacular ancient architecture, the city has a young energetic population. With many attending the University of Avignon, th... ### Day 4: Arles **Arrives:** 08:30 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM If you have a love of Roman history, then Arles should be on the visiting itinerary. Situated on the Rhône River, in Southern France, the city was at one time a provincial capital of ancient Rome. The Roman influence can still be seen to this day in its historical sites. Its semi-circular Roman theatre still stands on a hilltop. Its Amphitheatre, built between the 1st and 2nd century, and capable of accommodating over 20,000 spectators, is used today for plays, festivals and bullfights. While t... ### Day 5: Arles **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM If you have a love of Roman history, then Arles should be on the visiting itinerary. Situated on the Rhône River, in Southern France, the city was at one time a provincial capital of ancient Rome. The Roman influence can still be seen to this day in its historical sites. Its semi-circular Roman theatre still stands on a hilltop. Its Amphitheatre, built between the 1st and 2nd century, and capable of accommodating over 20,000 spectators, is used today for plays, festivals and bullfights. While t... ### Day 6: Viviers **Arrives:** 05:30 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM Viviers is a small and sleepy town in south-central France, in the province of Ardeche. This medieval town has retained a lot of its original appeal. A cruise through the city will be significantly different compared to a walk. The cruise trip on the Rhine river will typically run through the evening and will wind through the cobblestone streets of the city. The city has Medieval stone houses which will quickly give you an idea of how life was back in the 15th and 16th centuries. You will also n... ### Day 7: Lyon **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Sitting in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon boasts a proud 2,000 year history. From its magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of Fourvière, to Renaissance architecture in Lyon’s old town, to the Presqu’ile peninsula, where impressive 19th century buildings house banks, cultural centres, and government buildings, alongside designer stores, independent retailers, restaurants, bars, cafes, and nightclubs. Check out the Vieux area of the cit... ### Day 8: Lyon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Sitting in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon boasts a proud 2,000 year history. From its magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of Fourvière, to Renaissance architecture in Lyon’s old town, to the Presqu’ile peninsula, where impressive 19th century buildings house banks, cultural centres, and government buildings, alongside designer stores, independent retailers, restaurants, bars, cafes, and nightclubs. Check out the Vieux area of the cit... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $3,025 | | Balcony | $3,350 | | Suite | $4,095 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Double Cabin - Emerald Deck** (Code: 2BS) 15 m² Emerald Deck Window (cannot be opened) VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) Window (cannot be opened) Beauty products from RITUALS® Flat screen TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air ... ### Balcony Cabins **Double Cabin - Ruby Deck** (Code: 2BR) 15 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Beauty products from RITUALS® Flat screen TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bath... **Double Cabin aft - Ruby Deck** (Code: 2BHR) 15 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Beauty products from RITUALS® Flat screen TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bath... ### Suite Cabins **Junior Suite - Ruby Deck** (Code: JSR) 19 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes French balcony Two single beds (set apart on request) Beauty products from RITUALS® Flat screen TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone,... ## Ship Information ### VIVA VOYAGE Come with us on an unforgettable journey with the MS VIVA VOYAGE. Already when entering this premium ship you feel: Here you can relax, you have arrived on vacation. Indulge in culinary delights in the main restaurant or in the bistro and enjoy a coffee in the spacious Panorama Lounge after dinner. Take some time out in our wellness area and relax in the sauna or steam bath. When the weather is nice, enjoy the passing scenery while playing a game of golf on the sun deck or relaxing in the whirlpool. For the more active guests, bicycles are available for individual exploration of the surrounding area. On the MS VIVA VOYAGE no wishes remain unfulfilled - enjoy your trip to the fullest. The MS VIVA VOYAGE invites 152 guests to enjoy and relax in its 76 cabins. The cabins on the Diamond and Ruby Decks all have French balconies, inviting guests to enjoy the passing scenery from the comfort of their beds. The Diamond Deck features mostly twin cabins, which are 15 m² in size, and four 19 m²size Junior Suites. The Ruby Deck also has mostly 15 m² large twin cabins and additionally two 19 m² large Junior Suites. The Emerald Deck has 15 m² large twin cabins and one 19 m² large Junior Suite, all of which have windows that cannot be opened. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat-screen TV, included mini-bar, beauty products by RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and toilet. An elevator connects the lobby with the restaurant, the Ruby and the Diamond Deck. To the Emerald Deck 6 steps lead down. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 152 | | Crew | 36 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 360.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 76 | ## Ports of Call ### Lyon *Coordinates: 45.764, 4.83566* Sitting in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, where the Rhône and Saône rivers converge, Lyon boasts a proud 2,000 year history. From its magnificent Roman Amphitheatre of Fourvière, to Renaissance architecture in Lyon’s old town, to the Presqu’ile peninsula, where impressive 19th century buildings house banks, cultural centres, and government buildings, alongside designer stores, ... ### Tournon *Coordinates: 45.0679, 4.83214* Hugging the rich landscape of the Rhône wine valleys, and not far from the rugged Doux valley, you'll find the picturesque village of Tournon, nestled on the banks of the Rhône river. Known as Tournon-sur-Rhône, this scenic town, in the Ardéche valley of the South of France, boasts an historic castle of the same name. Step inside the Castle of Tournon-sur-Rhône to find the Musée de France, d... ### Avignon *Coordinates: 43.9493, 4.80553* As you stroll the squares and cobbled streets of Avignon, in south-eastern France, you can’t help but be impressed by the architectural influence of 400 years of papal rule. From its 800 year old ramparts that tower majestically over the Rhône River, to the UNESCO listed Pope’s Palace and city centre, the area is steeped in cultural history. However, to contrast the spectacular ancient archit... ### Arles *Coordinates: 43.6767, 4.6275* If you have a love of Roman history, then Arles should be on the visiting itinerary. Situated on the Rhône River, in Southern France, the city was at one time a provincial capital of ancient Rome. The Roman influence can still be seen to this day in its historical sites. Its semi-circular Roman theatre still stands on a hilltop. Its Amphitheatre, built between the 1st and 2nd century, and capable... ### Viviers *Coordinates: 44.4803, 4.69105* Viviers is a small and sleepy town in south-central France, in the province of Ardeche. This medieval town has retained a lot of its original appeal. A cruise through the city will be significantly different compared to a walk. The cruise trip on the Rhine river will typically run through the evening and will wind through the cobblestone streets of the city. The city has Medieval stone houses whic... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2278699 - **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/2278699 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2278699.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2278699/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/viva-cruises/viva-voyage/other/77573.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 22:27:54 UTC