See Exciting Roman Architecture And Explore In Style On A Rhone River Cruise

Cruising by rail is a great way to enjoy a relaxed holiday and take in as many sights as possible. Incorporating rail travel into your river cruise trip means that no part of the journey need be stressful, while river cruises offer you the freedom to do as much or as little as you please. This type of travel is the ideal way to experience the river Rhone.

The river Rhone starts in Switzerland and flows through south-eastern France. Your Rhone river cruise can take you through these regions of the country, offering beautiful views and the chance to see many different exciting and picturesque towns without the stress of having to organise several trips.

Meanwhile, Europe rail is the perfect way to travel to your river cruise ship. Unlike other methods of travel, with rail tours you can simply board, relax and watch the countryside unfold. The Eurostar can take you from London to Lille, while the French TGV can whisk you to Lyon - the starting point for Rhone river cruises.

Your ship will await you in the vibrant town of Lyon. You may wish to explore a little before boarding, where you will discover a wide range of handy amenities to make your voyage as comfortable as possible.

From Lyon, the cruise commences. The first port of call is Chalon-sur-Saone, a beautiful and quaint little town rich in attractive half-timbered architecture. Those keen on recording their memories with snapshots may be interested to know that this area is also known as the birthplace of photography - something which can be explored further in the local museum.

Of course, no trip through Burgundy would be complete without a trip to a vineyard - and Chalon-sur-Saone provides the first opportunity for river cruise guests to view one. Venturing into the countryside affords views of the region’s vineyards, which is something of a must for wine-lovers.

If Chalon-sur-Saone has given you a taste for old architecture, you are likely to be pleased by the next stop-off - Macon. This town is rich medieval buildings, which includes an abbey.

Meanwhile, a little further upriver lies the Beaujolais vineyards, which are located in Trevoux. Those who alight here can enjoy not only views of the grapes growing, but also sample the fine wines they go on to produce.

If wine is not your main interest, you may prefer to explore the next destination - the Ardeche - in more detail. The area is known for its gorges and mountains, which make for a spectacular landscape and a real sense of adventure when out walking through its natural beauty.

Those hungry to see more architecture will enjoy a trip to the splendid Roman city of Arles, which boasts some of the best-preserved Roman architecture in France, including a spectacular arena.

Vincent Van Gogh also lived in Arles for several years and painted hundreds of pictures during his time there, including his ever-popular Cafe Terrace at Night.
Meanwhile, nature lovers can enjoy a trip to the river delta, which is home to some 400 species of birds - including flamingos - as well as several land-based animals.

Next comes the city of Avignon, a city full of historical sights that are sure to enthral history buffs and tourists alike. Guided tours of the city's many fortifications and historical buildings can be taken, however - as always - holidaymakers enjoying their Rhone river cruise can also explore on their own at their leisure.

Finally, before sailing back to Lille visitors may wish to discover the town of Vienne - another Roman town rich in ancient ruins. However, it also boasts glamorous 18th century buildings to make it an even more exciting and diverse location to enjoy.

Upon arrival in Lyon, holidaymakers can travel back to England via rail, giving a relaxed end to the trip as well as offering the chance to view more sights before returning home.

Rhone river cruises are the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The whole journey offers relaxation and beautiful views, while the cruise has the benefit of allowing you to explore as much or as little as you like - you can simply while away the days on the ship's sun terrace if you prefer.

By: Dipika Patel

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Cruising by rail is a great way to have a relaxed holiday. Europe rail provides the perfect mode of transport to take you to your ship, while Rhone river cruises afford the perfect way to experience the region.