8 days | Lyon • Chalon • Arles • Lyon

This cruise takes you through the colourful landscapes of southern France and its beautiful, historical cities. The route passes through the Ardèche Gorge, Provence and the Camargue, the region with the incomparable atmosphere that inspired van Gogh to create his wonderful paintings. In the towns of Mâcon and Arles you get a real sense of why the Romans chose them as settlements. In Avignon magnificent buildings such as the Papal Palace await you.

Our precious jewel in Southern France welcomes you - guaranteeing the highest feel-good factor from the first day. The famous "Laissez faire" is everywhere on board the MS BIJOU DU RHÔNE. You can relax everywhere on-board, being in the comfortably stylish furnished cabins, the large panorama saloon or in the inviting sun deck. Naturally, the tasty kitchen along with the one or other drop of wine should not be missing during a trip through the cuisine landscapes of France, our experienced kitchen chef will ensure for that every day.

At meal times, all guest will find a place in the generously arranged panorama restaurant. Let yourself be pampered by the friendly staff. International specialities can be found in the menu, as well as dishes from kitchens of the countries along the travelling route.

Theme evenings, quiz events, bingo (depending on the programme) as well as live music ensure that there is no time for boredom on-board. Books, board and card games are also available.

nicko cruises Schiffsreisen GmbH is one of the most dynamic cruise providers in Germany. In recent years, the company has evolved from a leading river cruise provider with more than 30 years of experience into a well-known provider of small ships with destination-oriented ocean routes. With its fleet, which is as modern as it is comfortable, nicko cruises travels the world’s oceans as well as all domestic waterways and coastal sections that are in demand for tourists. In 2023, the programme includes not only 22 river ships, but also the classic ocean-going vessel VASCO DA GAMA.

With its "time to discover" philosophy, nicko cruises focuses on cruise schedules that are rich in discovery and on intensive travel experiences in the product fields river and ocean. The product features of so-called “slow cruising”, such as small ships and long anchorage times, are combined with emotional moments at nicko cruises. During the cruises, guests always have plenty of time for exploring. Thanks to the large variety of products, everyone will find just the right trip at nicko cruises, individually tailored to their needs. The ships in the fleet are all in the 4 to 5-star category according to German land hotel trade standards. Attractive inland excursions and the varied culinary offers on board round off the travel experience. nicko cruises Schiffsreisen GmbH has its company headquarters in Stuttgart, where it employs roughly 110 highly motivated members of staff.