Europe’s finest river cruiser, the Napoléon combines the luxury of a hotel by Orient-Express with the friendly ambience of a country inn. Voyage along the River Rhône while reclining on deck or seated in the lavish salon, then step out into sun-drenched landscapes that inspired Cézanne and Van Gogh.

Time melts away as you gaze on unsurpassed views of the French countryside. Endless vistas of tiled roofs, historic monuments, lavender fields and olive groves are all typical of this part of Provence, a region with a sophisticated culture dating back to Roman times.

Excursions lead to the wine region of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the delightful towns of Avignon and Arles.  Visits to St Rémy, birthplace of Nostradamus, and the ancient sites of Pont du Gard and Glanum are also part of the action-packed agenda.