About Rhône River Cruise — MS Lord Byron, 5 Nights
A 5 Nights 6 Days Rhône River cruise aboard the MS Lord Byron. Fly from Istanbul to Marseille with Turkish Airlines; on arrival, transfer to the port and board the ship. The ship calls at Avignon, Arles, Châteauneuf-du-Rhône and Lyon, then the itinerary continues with an overland stop in Geneva. Itinerary summary: Day 1: Istanbul – Marseille; Day 2: Avignon; Day 3: Arles; Day 4: Châteauneuf-du-Rhône; Day 5: Lyon; Day 6: Geneva – Istanbul. Cabin options: Outside Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck; Outside Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck, French Balcony; French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck, French Balcony; Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck; Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck; Upper Deck Suite Cabin, Suite Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 28 October 2026. Prices start at €1.197 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class flight ticket with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul (IST) to Marseille (MRS) // Geneva (GVA) to Istanbul (IST); airport taxes; airport transfers (on the day of boarding and disembarking); entertainment and activity package (Turkish music group, professional sports instructor); city tours of Marseille, Arles and Lyon; all-day coffee and tea station and afternoon tea treats on board.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Marseille
Flight from Istanbul to Marseille on Turkish Airlines flight TK1365; upon arrival, transfer to the port, embarkation, and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 2 — Avignon
Stop at Avignon Port. Enjoy sightseeing and free time around the Rotonde Fountain, Place des Albertas, City Hall Square, Sauveur Aix-en-Provence Cathedral and the Provence region. Overnight on board.
Day 3 — Arles
Port call at Arles. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. The ship departs the port at 14:30; overnight on board.
Day 4 — Châteauneuf-du-Rhône
The ship docks at the port of Châteauneuf-du-Rhône at 01:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions available. Overnight on board.
Day 5 — Lyon
The ship docks at the port of Lyon at 06:30. Sightseeing and free time during the day around City Hall, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, Lyon Cathedral, and Place Bellecour. Overnight on the ship.
Day 6 — Geneva – Istanbul
Free time around Geneva after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1922.
Places to Visit
Avignon
Arles
Châteauneuf-du-Rhône
Lyon
Marseille
Geneva
What’s Included
Economy class flight tickets with Turkish Airlines for Istanbul (IST) – Marseille (MRS) departure // Geneva (GVA) – Istanbul (IST) return route
Airport taxes
Airport transfers (Embarkation and disembarkation days)
Entertainment and activity package (Turkish Music Band, Professional Sports Instructor)
Marseille, Arles and Lyon city tours
All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service on board
Welcome Cocktail
Captain's Gala Cocktail, Special Gala Menu
Luggage handling service on the first and last day of the ship
Turkish-speaking guide service
Travel & Health Insurance (Valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye.)
TÜRSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
What’s Not Included
Visa fee and service charge
Ship Gratuities / Service Charge (Calculated at 14 Euros per person per night, a total of 70 Euros per person will be added to your stateroom account.)
City taxes (A total of 45 Euros per person will be collected on board by your guide)
Optional excursions
Domestic connecting flight ticket
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board
All kinds of personal expenses
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not specified in included services
Driver tips 5-10 Euro / per person (optional)
International departure fee
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Rhône River cruise with MS Lord Byron last?
Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?
Fly from Istanbul to Marseille with Turkish Airlines, transfer to the port upon arrival and board the ship; return is also by flight.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: 28 October 2026. Prices start from €1,197 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Outside Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck (base price), Outside Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck (+€100), French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck, French Balcony (+€480), French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck, French Balcony (+€550), Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck (+€630), Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck (+€700), Upper Deck Suite Cabin, Suite Cabin (+€950). The difference is per person.
What is included in the price?
Economy-class airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Marseille (MRS) outbound // Geneva (GVA) – Istanbul (IST) return route; Airport taxes; Airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); Entertainment and activity package (Turkish music group, professional sports instructor); City tours of Marseille, Arles, and Lyon; All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service on board; Welcome cocktail; Captain’s Gala Cocktail and special gala menu; Luggage handling service on the first and last days of the cruise; English-speaking guide service; Travel & Health Insurance (valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye.); TURSAB mandatory professional liability insurance.
What is not included in the price?
Visa fee and service charge; Cruise staff service charge (calculated at 14 Euro per person per night, for a total of 70 Euro per person, and added to your room account); City taxes (a total of 45 Euro per person, to be collected by your guide on board); Optional excursions; Domestic connecting flight; All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board; Any personal expenses; Admission to museums and archaeological sites not specified among the included services; Driver tips 5-10 Euro / per person (optional); International departure fee.
Is a visa required?
Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.