Rhone/Saone River Guide & Cruises

The Rhône/Saone is a major European waterway and ideal for scenic river cruises. It starts as outflow of the Rhone Glacier in Valais, Switzerland, streaming out of the Alps, through Lake Geneva and onto France, where it meets the Saone at Lyon before eventually flowing into the Mediterannean Sea. Passing through the some of the world’s most famous wine growing regions, including the vineyards of Burgundy and the hills of Provence, with stunning lavender-filled landscapes, the Rhone boasts many ancient cities on its banks. The art and architecture of the towns along the riverbanks reflect an intriguing blend of Celtic, Roman, Greek and French historical influences.

Flowing away from its Alpine origins, the Rhone passes through Lyon, the French gastronomic capital, in the heart of the country and pivotal to the history of French cuisine and industry. Lyon boasts incredible Roman ruins, winding medieval alleyways, and impeccable examples of Renaissance architecture.

Experience the romance of the South of France, discover French history and culture, while admiring the stunning scenery as you pass charming shoreline villages and fragrant fields in bloom. A Rhone River cruise is the ideal way to relax!