Santons and Christmas traditions along the canals of Provence Following the footsteps of fortresses and authentic villages
Cruise
AVIGNON - TARASCON - ARLES - AIGUES MORTES - Avignon
Rich in symbols, emotions, and sensations, Christmas traditions in Provence bring meaning and color to the holiday. From Avignon to Aigues-Mortes, let yourself be enchanted by the magic of provincial Christmas markets. The Palace of the Popes in Avignon, an imposing Gothic fortress and a symbol of religious power in the 14th century; Les Baux-de-Provence, whose citadel overlooks natural sites of extraordinary beauty, and its santons museum with its traditional Provençal nativity scene; or Aigues-Mortes, where you can taste fougasse, a treat once reserved for the Christmas season.
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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- Discover the Christmas traditions of Provence, including santons, cozy evenings, and culinary delights
- Onboard evenings with a Christmas theme
ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
MUST SEES :
- Visit the Château de Tarascon, a fortress blending Gothic and Renaissance styles
- The Santons Museum in Les Baux-de-Provence and its traditional Provençal nativity scene
- Aigues-Mortes, a medieval city dating back to the 13th century
CroisiEurope 50th Anniversary Gala Evening: anniversary dinner followed by a dance party
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
The Santonniers Fair in Arles, exceptional for the quality of the pieces on display, tells the story of this art since 1750.
Route
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Enjoy a "Christmas traditions”-themed evening.
Morning: Included excursion – Avignon and the Palace of the Popes.
Afternoon: Sail to Tarascon.
Evening: A festive onboard event with a Christmas theme.
Morning: Included excursion – Visit the Château de Tarascon.
Return to the ship and sail toward Arles.
Afternoon: Included excursion – Les Baux-de-Provence, its Santons Museum, Arles, and the Santonniers Fair.
Evening: Onboard entertainment.
Morning: Sail toward Aigues-Mortes.
Afternoon: Included excursion – Aigues-Mortes.
Evening: Gala dinner.
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Coach transfer to Avignon. End of our services.
Dates & Prices
Choose your departure dateSTART IN 2026
Lowest all-inclusive per-person price in a double cabin for the selected cruise references and dates, excluding supplements, transportation, transfers, fees, taxes, and optional services. The final price varies depending on cabin category, deck, and selected options.
- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
- 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
- Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope
Ships
Several ships available for this cruiseFor navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary. The cruise schedule may vary according to tides and arrival times at ports of call may be subject to change.
(1) The Halles in Avignon: closed on Mondays and afternoons.
Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.
Valid information for year 2026