--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 9ae6c09c-a9f8-4f7a-a3c0-69ab46bf070a slug: 2340371 voyage_code: FRAC160427.1 cruise_line: Scenic River Cruises ship: Scenic Sapphire departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Lyon disembarkation_port: Lyon starting_price_usd: 10145.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-07-16T04:48:44Z --- # Spectacular South of France - Lyon to Lyon > Scenic River Cruises · Scenic Sapphire · Apr 16 – 26, 2027   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Scenic River Cruises | | **Ship** | Scenic Sapphire | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Lyon | | **Disembarkation Port** | Lyon | | **Starting Price** | 10,145 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | FRAC160427.1 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: 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 2: 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 2: Tournus **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tournus is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France. ### Day 3: Chalon-Sur-Saone **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 4: Tain L’Hermitage **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Tain-l'Hermitage is a commune in the Drôme department in southeastern France. ### Day 5: Avignon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Avignon is the prefecture of the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of Southeastern France. ### Day 6: Avignon **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Avignon is the prefecture of the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of Southeastern France. ### Day 7: Arles **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Arles, Roman and Romanesque Monuments is an area containing a collection of monuments in the city centre of Arles, France, that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981. ### Day 8: 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 9: 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 10: 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 11: 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 | |------------|----------------| | Balcony | $10,145 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Standard Suite** (Code: E) Standard Suites are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings. ### Balcony Cabins **Balcony Suite** (Code: A) Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers. **Balcony Suite** (Code: B) Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers. **Single Balcony Suite** (Code: BS) Single Balcony Suites are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings. **Balcony Suite** (Code: C) Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers. **Balcony Suite** (Code: P) Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers. ### Suite Cabins **Junior Balcony Suite** (Code: BJ) These spacious Suites (250ft²), located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin, bathtub with shower above. **Royal Balcony Suite** (Code: RA) These Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (315ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom. **Junior Balcony Suite** (Code: RJ) These spacious Suites (250ft²), located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin, bathtub with shower above. **Royal Owner's Suite** (Code: RO) These Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (315ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom. **Royal Panorama Suite** (Code: RS) At 325ft², and at the rear of the Diamond Deck, enjoy panoramic views of the breathtaking passing scenery through floor to ceiling windows across two walls of the cabin. ## Ship Information ### Scenic Sapphire Sailing the beautiful waterways of France and rebuilt for the 2017 season with brand new features such as Scenic Culinaire and two new one-bedroom Royal Owner's Suites. Every Scenic French river cruise begins aboard one of the company’s custom-built Space-Ships the Scenic Sapphire or Diamond, so named for their spacious guest cabins, dining, and entertaining areas. Each of these four-deck Scenic Space-Ships includes numerous dining and sightseeing areas, as well as a lounge and bar area that offers panoramic views. Additionally, guests can soak up the rays at the top-deck swimming pool or retreat to the wellness center, which is equipped with a fitness area, beauty salon, and massage rooms. These ships are also noteworthy for their luxury suites, which are outfitted with sun lounges, 32-inch high-definition TVs, and complimentary wireless internet access. Bolstering our exquisite French fleet upon their re-launch, Scenic Sapphire and Diamond will be completely rebuilt to reflect the same level of luxury offered by our newest Scenic Space-Ships. We’ve considered everything when redesigning these much-loved vessels, seeking out the very finest materials and most innovative technologies to ensure these Space-Ships afford the very best travel experience on the majestic waterways of France. One of the main highlights of these updated vessels however, is the all-new one-bedroom Royal Owner’s Suites. A first for the Scenic Space-Ship fleet, these huge 47 square meter suites are the biggest ever offered on European waters, and boast a vast living space, perfectly proportioned bedroom, en-suite bathroom and full-length balcony — not to mention all of the exquisite luxuries for which we are so regularly applauded. Complete with all of the opulent finishing touches for which Scenic is universally celebrated, Scenic Sapphire and Diamond will be transformed upon emerging from the shipyard ahead of the 2017 season. As well as opulent design touches, each vessel will also receive a host of new features and amenities, including a vitality pool, gym, spa and, for the first time ever, a private cooking area where guests can participate in our new cookery courses, Scenic Culinaire. Couple these sumptuous design changes with our time-tested and truly exceptional service, and a river cruise aboard Scenic Sapphire and Diamond promises the journey of a lifetime. The vessels will cruise a selection of French rivers in 2017, including the Seine, Rhône and Garonne, transporting guests in complete comfort and elegance on these enchanting waterways. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 151 | | Crew | 53 | | Gross Tonnage | 2,721.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Food and Drink - **Chef’s Table Dining**: Take a culinary journey through South East Asia when dining at Chef’s Table. Exclusively for Diamond Deck guests, this experience offers an enticing 1... - **Crystal Dining**: Enjoy à la carte menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Crystal Dining. Available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises, this main restaur... - **Dining & Beverages**: You’ll find delectable all-inclusive options to suit tastes and mood. Whether you prefer a 10-course degustation fine dining experience, a relaxed res... - **Healthy Dining Options**: All menus include healthy dining options so you can personalise your meals to your preferences. For health or medical reasons, or if you’re looking to... - **In-Suite Dining**: Choose to dine in the comfort of your luxurious suite, while taking in the incredible views and enjoy included room service throughout your cruise. ### Relaxation - **Health & Wellbeing**: Maintain your fitness and healthy living with our dedicated Wellness Area. Relax with a spa treatment* or in the steam room or sauna, work out in the ... - **Salt Therapy Lounge**: This innovative lounge# is featured on most of our Space-Ships in Europe. The salt brick walls of the humidity and temperature-controlled lounge are k... - **Spa Treatments**: The wonderfully relaxing spa in the Wellness Centre will iron out your travel weariness with a wide range of treatments* curated to meet your needs. T... ### Fitness - **Fully Equipped Gym**: The gym on board is equipped to help with your exercise routine while cruising. Enjoy the use of the bikes, treadmills, cross trainers, free weights a... - **Wellness Area**: Maintain your wellness routine at our state-of-the-art gym, morning stretching classes^ with the Wellness Coach or rejuvenating spa treatments*. Exerc... ### Other - **Complimentary E-bikes**: Explore cities onshore on our complimentary e-bikes^+. Keep active and interact with locals as you explore Europe’s countryside. - **Luxurious Bathroom Amenities**: Unwind in your suite with ESPA products to nourish and nurture your skin. The formulation of natural ingredients works together to create a sensorial ... - **Our Expert Team**: Our dedicated professionals are committed to always going above and beyond to deliver an exceptional level of service. The Captain and crew, Cruise Di... ## Ports of Call ### 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... ### Tournus *Coordinates: 46.5656, 4.90841* Tournus is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France. ### Chalon-Sur-Saone *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. ### Tain L’Hermitage *Coordinates: 45.0699, 4.83917* Tain-l'Hermitage is a commune in the Drôme department in southeastern France. ### Avignon *Coordinates: 43.9493, 4.80553* Avignon is the prefecture of the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of Southeastern France. ### Arles *Coordinates: 43.6767, 4.6275* Arles, Roman and Romanesque Monuments is an area containing a collection of monuments in the city centre of Arles, France, that has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1981. ### 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. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2340371 - **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/2340371 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2340371.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2340371/ - **Primary Image:** ax6uh8qo0a8j.compat.objectstorage.us-chicago-1.oraclecloud.com/v3/static/cruise-lines/scenic-river-cruises/scenic-sapphire/ship/57194.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-16 04:48:44 UTC