Emerald Cruises & Tours has introduced an exclusive Rhône River sailing designed for Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking guests.
Departing April 3, 2027, “Emerald Culturas: Sensations of Lyon & Provence” showcases southern France, with a focus on Roman history, medieval villages, vineyards and gastronomy.
“Latin America continues to be one of our fastest-growing markets, and we are proud to introduce a sailing designed specifically with these guests in mind,” said Ken Muskat, president of Scenic Group USA & LATAM.
“Travel is at its best when guests feel connected to the destination and completely at ease throughout their journey,” added Muskat.
“By offering Spanish and Portuguese-speaking onboard support alongside Emerald Cruises’ signature service and immersive experiences, we are creating an even more welcoming and meaningful way for our Latin American guests to discover one of Europe’s most iconic river cruise itineraries,” said Flavio Policarpo, who oversees LATAM as Scenic Group’s regional sales director.
The eight-day itinerary begins in Arles before sailing through Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, Vienne and Lyon.
- Included experiences include:
- Guided walking tours and wine tastings
- An exclusive Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale
- A classical concert in Avignon, and
- Onboard tastings.
The company said in a press release that travelers can personalize their journey with EmeraldACTIVE excursions including vineyard hikes, cycling and canoeing, as well as optional DiscoverMORE experiences such as:
- Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine tastings
- Visits to the Pont du Gard, and
- Hands-on painting workshops inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
To celebrate the departure, Emerald added that it is offering special fares available only to the Latin American market. Guests can book E- and D-category suites from $2,995 per person and C-, B-, and A-category suites from $3,795 per person.
Solo travelers can enjoy a complimentary single supplement on select cabin categories for bookings made by July 31, 2026.
Available exclusively to the Latin American market, fares begin at US $2,995 per person, with a complimentary single supplement on select cabin categories for bookings made by July 31, 2026.
