France's inland waterways weave through some of the country's finest landscapes.

Rhône-Alpes and Provence Alpes-du-Sud are linked by one of Europe's greatest waterways - the Rhône.  This broad, handsome river, bordered by vineyards, sunflowers and fields of lavender, has inspired artists such as Van Gogh and Renoir.  The former papal city of Avignon is a riverside highlight; further south lies the Romano-gypsy city of Arles and beyond are the wetlands of Camargue.

A journey on the river cruiser Napoléon brings the delights of the mighty Rhône to life.