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Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon

VoyageFRAC020826.1VJourney beginsLyon, FranceJourney endsLyon, FranceDatesAugust 2-12 2026Duration11 daysShipScenic Sapphire

Retained from an earlier official catalog because it is not present in the current Scenic catalog. Absence alone is not treated as proof of cancellation.

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Itinerary at a Glance

August 2-12 2026
Day 1 | 2 August 2026LyonArrival and departure times not published

Welcome to France and the ancient city of Lyon, often called the ‘Food Capital of the World’. Lyon is surrounded by two iconic wine regions – Burgundy to the north and the Rhône Valley to the south. Upon arrival, transfer to Scenic Sapphire where your friendly crew await to welcome you on board.

Day 2 | 3 August 2026Lyon > MâconArrival and departure times not published

Spend a leisurely morning on board as you cruise towards Macon. Perhaps ask your butler to bring coffee to your suite admiring views from your Scenic Sun Lounge as the riverside scenery glides by. An idyllic base for exploring the Burgundy wine region, Mâcon is renowned for its charming old town, quaint riverside streets, and its celebrated white wines.

Day 3 | 4 August 2026VienneArrival and departure times not published

Wake up to gentle morning light as your ship glides into Vienne, a historic town nestled on the Rhône River just south of Lyon. Known for its remarkable Roman ruins and medieval charm, Vienne invites you to step ashore and discover centuries of rich heritage.

Day 4 | 5 August 2026TournonArrival and departure times not published

Arrive in the pretty town of Tournon early this morning. This hillside village is known for its terraced vineyards, enchanting castle dating back to the 10th century and quaint cobblestoned streets. Tournon is at the centre of the Northern Rhône Valley wine region, famous for producing the best Syrah in the world.

Day 5 | 6 August 2026AvignonArrival and departure times not published

Enjoy another relaxing morning on board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship as you cruise south. This could be a good time to book an indulgent massage or just relax on the Sun Deck to admire the landscapes. Dock in the ancient city of Avignon after lunch.

Day 6 | 7 August 2026AvignonArrival and departure times not published

If you’re an early riser, step out onto your balcony to watch the sun rise over the ancient rooftops of Avignon. Today you can indulge in more of the gourmet charms of the city or go further afield to discover the surrounding villages and picturesque Provence. Or enjoy a wine tasting in one of the world’s most famous appellations, Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Day 7 | 8 August 2026ArlesArrival and departure times not published

Cruise through Provence early this morning to arrive in Arles, the southernmost point of your journey and just a few kilometres from the Mediterranean Sea. Founded by Julius Ceasar more than 2,000 years ago, the city is home to the largest number of Roman ruins outside of Rome itself.

Day 8 | 9 August 2026ViviersArrival and departure times not published

Your Scenic Space-Ship will cruise north overnight, arriving in Viviers early this morning. Founded in the fifth century, the city is often described as an open-air museum. Wandering its narrow, zig-zagging lanes, you will feel as though little has changed in the past 1,600 years.

Day 9 | 10 August 2026LyonArrival and departure times not published

Spend a full day on board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship today as you cruise back towards Lyon. Admire the beautiful vistas of the Rhône River, taste more local wines over lunch or join a French cookery lesson in Scenic Culinaire.

Day 10 | 11 August 2026LyonArrival and departure times not published

Spend the final day of your wine-curated cruise in France’s culinary capital. Sitting at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, the city is home to more than 4,000 restaurants – including 20 that hold Michelin stars. Learn more about its rich history, dating back to the days of the Romans, or discover one of the region’s surrounding villages.

Day 11 | 12 August 2026LyonArrival and departure times not published

Your journey concludes this morning. Farewell your fellow guests and Scenic crew, taking with you vivid memories of France’s most famous wine regions. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. Please refer to our terms and conditions.

Schedule source status: Scenic publishes the complete day-by-day itinerary text in its official catalog, but daily arrival and departure times are not included. No times have been estimated. Daily port-call times and dock, anchor, or tender status were not published in the audited catalog. All available itinerary information is presented on DeluxeCruises.com.

A closer look at this sailing

Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon aboard Scenic Sapphire

On August 2-12 2026, Scenic Sapphire follows official voyage FRAC020826.1V from Lyon, France to Lyon, France over 11 days. Its published progression includes Lyon, Lyon > Mâcon, Vienne, Tournon, Avignon.

Discover three of France’s most famous wine regions on an indulgent 11 day river cruise. Sip your way through the legendary vineyards of Burgundy, the Rhône Valley and Provence while travelling in 5-star, all-inclusive ultra-luxury.

Scenic's official catalog provides 11 day-by-day entries for this departure but does not publish daily arrival and departure times. Those times remain explicitly unpublished here rather than being estimated.

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Scenic Sapphire August 2-12 2026: is Voyage FRAC020826.1V right for you?

This 11-day voyage aboard Scenic Sapphire sails Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon. Voyage FRAC020826.1V is preserved locally but was not found in the latest verified voyage-search dataset, so current availability must be reconfirmed. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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What is included and not included on Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V?

For the August 2-12 2026 Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon sailing aboard Scenic Sapphire: Scenic River publishes meals, selected beverages, butler service, gratuities, complimentary Wi-Fi and the applicable Scenic Freechoice and Scenic Enrich experiences. Transfers and land components must follow the exact itinerary, while personal services and optional experiences can cost extra. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V?

For the August 2-12 2026 Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon sailing aboard Scenic Sapphire: River-suite occupancy and primary beds vary by ship and category, and a universal current child policy is not safely verified for Scenic river cruises. The extra sleeping surface is not named by the current record, so Deluxe Cruises will obtain written sailing-specific confirmation before booking. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 2-12 2026 Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon sailing aboard Scenic Sapphire: Applicable Scenic Freechoice excursions and Scenic Enrich experiences are published as included on Scenic River voyages. Capacity, local conditions, participant rules, optional experiences and the exact itinerary still control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Scenic Sapphire for Voyage FRAC020826.1V?

For the August 2-12 2026 Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon to Lyon sailing aboard Scenic Sapphire: Complimentary Wi-Fi is published for Scenic Ocean and River cruises. Satellite or regional coverage, allowances, device rules and uninterrupted performance can vary, so the exact departure terms must be confirmed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

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What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours dress guidance

  • European river ships: smart casual is standard, with somewhat more formal dress suggested for Table La Rive; no special formal wardrobe is required.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Scenic Sapphire?
  • European river Space-Ships publish butler service for every suite, dining and lounge spaces and selected e-bikes; wellness, pools, salt therapy and cooking facilities vary by ship and route.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Scenic Sapphire have?
  • River fitness rooms, pools, e-bikes and wellness facilities vary by ship. Salt Therapy Lounges are not fleetwide, and e-bikes are route- and ship-dependent.

Exercise-space availability, deck access, operating hours, and equipment are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Scenic Sapphire guests expect?
  • European Space-Ships publish Standard, Balcony, Junior and Royal categories. Scenic Sun Lounges apply to selected balcony and suite categories rather than every room, while butler service is published for every suite.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage FRAC020826.1V before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Scenic Sapphire?
  • A current universal infant, child and childcare rule for Scenic river cruises was not verified; mark it unknown and obtain written sailing-specific confirmation.
  • A generic older passenger-ticket wording uses a different sixth-month expression, and a current universal river rule was not verified. Use the voyage contract and obtain written confirmation.

For Voyage FRAC020826.1V: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Scenic Sapphire handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Scenic at booking and when circumstances change. A guest who needs personal care or substantial assistance must travel with a capable companion.
  • River ships can have incomplete elevator coverage, narrow doors and corridors, changing gangways and coaches that cannot carry wheelchairs. Accessible rooms must be requested and confirmed before booking.
  • Scenic river ships do not carry a doctor. Crew have first-aid capability and arrange shoreside assistance at the next suitable port.
  • Guests must carry adequate medication and insurance and should never treat shipboard care as equivalent to a shoreside hospital.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Scenic Sapphire?
  • The current official FAQ pages reviewed did not expose a reliable ship-by-ship smoking-location answer.
  • Do not publish an exact indoor or outdoor smoking-area claim for Scenic ocean or river ships until the selected voyage's current official documentation or onboard plan confirms it.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V?

For flights to Tastes of the South of France – A Wine Cruise: Lyon before this Scenic Sapphire cruise and home from Lyon after Voyage FRAC020826.1V, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

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Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

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Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V, use Scenic's booking number from the Scenic confirmation and the booked guest's surname. Trip Personaliser is a booking lookup, not a password account; a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference will not replace Scenic's booking number.

  1. Step 1 — Open Manage Booking: Choose Manage Booking or Trip Personaliser from Scenic's official website.
  2. Step 2 — Enter the booking details: Enter the Scenic booking number and the guest surname. First name is optional and can be used to limit the display to one passenger.
  3. Step 3 — Open the trip: Submit the booking details and select Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V. There is no account-creation or Forgot Password step because the portal uses booking details rather than a password.
  4. Step 4 — Complete personal information: Provide the requested date of birth, address, contact, next-of-kin, passport, and applicable frequent-flyer, visa, or independent-flight details exactly as documented.
  5. Step 5 — Review released requirements: Check the Trip Personaliser for travel information, forms, and any medical or expedition requirements Scenic releases for the reservation.

If Scenic does not recognize Scenic Sapphire Voyage FRAC020826.1V, recheck the booking number and surname exactly as shown on the Scenic confirmation. Then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the booking record with Scenic.

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