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Nice to Lisbon & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal

Departure: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Nights: 21 nights
Departs: Nice
Returns: Lisbon
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
21
Nights
Days at Sea
1
Sea Days
Ports
13
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Nice to Lisbon & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Nice, France Embark Overnight
    View of Nice, France

    Nice is situated on the SE coast of France on the French Riviera, and is the second-largest French city on the Mediterranean coast. Monaco lies 13km to the east. Nice itself is an attraction: the rich blue-green sea, diverse shopping, splendid dining and lovely art-deco façades. Read more about Nice, France

    2 Thursday, April 2, 2026 Nice, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Nice, France

    Nice is situated on the SE coast of France on the French Riviera, and is the second-largest French city on the Mediterranean coast. Monaco lies 13km to the east. Nice itself is an attraction: the rich blue-green sea, diverse shopping, splendid dining and lovely art-deco façades. Read more about Nice, France

    3 Friday, April 3, 2026 Nice, France 4:00 PM
    View of Nice, France

    Nice is situated on the SE coast of France on the French Riviera, and is the second-largest French city on the Mediterranean coast. Monaco lies 13km to the east. Nice itself is an attraction: the rich blue-green sea, diverse shopping, splendid dining and lovely art-deco façades. Read more about Nice, France

    4 Saturday, April 4, 2026 Arles, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Arles, France

    The Rhône forks into two branches just upstream of Arles, forming the Camargue delta. It is the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory, and has more than seven times the area of Paris. Established by the Greeks in 600 BC, Arles was developed by the Romans who built a canal joining Arles to the Mediterranean Sea. Read more about Arles, France

    5 Sunday, April 5, 2026 Arles, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Arles, France

    The Rhône forks into two branches just upstream of Arles, forming the Camargue delta. It is the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory, and has more than seven times the area of Paris. Established by the Greeks in 600 BC, Arles was developed by the Romans who built a canal joining Arles to the Mediterranean Sea. Read more about Arles, France

    6 Monday, April 6, 2026 Avignon, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Avignon, France

    Avignon is a town in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in SE France, located on the Rhône River just north of its junction with the Durance River. Strategically situated high above the Rhône and encircled by medieval ramparts, Avignon's walled old town is a warren of cobbled streets, lantern-lit passageways and architectural treasures. Bathed in the extraordinarily brilliant Provencal light, this former papal enclave has long attracted artists and painters as well as those in search of a cultural change. Read more about Avignon, France

    7 Tuesday, April 7, 2026 Viviers, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Viviers, France

    The small walled city of Viviers is a town in the mountainous Rhône-Alpes region in SE France, and is located on the west bank of the Rhône River, 80 km north of Arles. Due to its sheltered location, the city has been able to keep its old world charm to this day, with important Roman remains as well as Medieval and Renaissance buildings. Indeed, the Gallo-Roman bridge, built between the 2nd and the 3rd century on the right bank of the Rhône, spans eleven arches, while the ancient city Alba la Romaine from the 1st Century is today an archaeological site covering 30 hectares of Gallic-Roman ruins and famous vineyards. Read more about Viviers, France

    8 Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Tournon, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Tournon, France

    Tournon - aka Tournon-sur-Rhône - is a town in the Rhône-Alpes region of SE France, located on the west bank of the Rhône River, 85 km south of Lyon. Tournon's main attraction is a feudal castle overlooking the town and the river. The castle, with foundations dating back to the 10th C, has a section built in the Renaissance period that today houses the town museum. Read more about Tournon, France

    9 Thursday, April 9, 2026 Vienne, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Vienne, France

    Vienne is a town in the Rhône-Alpes region in SE France, located on the north bank of the Rhône River, and 30 km south of Lyon. Vienne became a major urban centre, ideally located along the river which was at that time a major means of communication. Originally a Gaullic capital, it was transformed into a Roman colony in 47 BC under Julius Caesar. Read more about Vienne, France

    10 Friday, April 10, 2026 Lyon, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Lyon, France

    Lyon (or Lyons) is the capital of the Rhône-Alpes region in eastern France, located at the junction of the Rhône and the Saône Rivers, between Paris and Marseille. The city is known for its historical architectural landmarks at the Historic site, so that UNESCO recently listed Vieux Lyon, including the Croix-Rousse and Presqu'île areas, as a world heritage site. This is well deserved as the Gothic and Renaissance district is famous for its maze of narrow streets with quaint cathedrals, churches and buildings of historical importance that feature architecture from the 12th century to modern times. Read more about Lyon, France

    11 Saturday, April 11, 2026 Lyon - Porto
    12 Sunday, April 12, 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Pinhao, Portugal

    Pinhao is nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley and is a charming village that is renowned for its stunning vineyards and scenic river views. Located along the banks of the Douro River, Pinhao is a key centre for the region's famed port wine production. The village's picturesque landscapes are dotted with terraced vineyards and historic quintas (wine estates), offering visitors a glimpse into traditional winemaking. Read more about Pinhao, Portugal

    13 Monday, April 13, 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Pinhao, Portugal

    Pinhao is nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley and is a charming village that is renowned for its stunning vineyards and scenic river views. Located along the banks of the Douro River, Pinhao is a key centre for the region's famed port wine production. The village's picturesque landscapes are dotted with terraced vineyards and historic quintas (wine estates), offering visitors a glimpse into traditional winemaking. Read more about Pinhao, Portugal

    14 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Salamanca, Spain 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Salamanca, Spain

    Salamanca, located in western Spain, is a vibrant city renowned for its stunning Renaissance architecture and prestigious university, one of the oldest in Europe. The city's historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features magnificent landmarks such as the Plaza Mayor, the Old and New Cathedrals, and the Casa de las Conchas with its distinctive shell-adorned facade. Salamanca's University, founded in 1218, adds youthful energy and academic prestige to the city. Read more about Salamanca, Spain

    15 Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Pocinho, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    16 Thursday, April 16, 2026 Regua, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Regua, Portugal

    Regua, formally known as Peso da Regua, is a charming town located in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, renowned for its viticulture and wine production. Positioned along the Douro River, Regua serves as a central hub for the port wine industry. The town boasts a rich cultural heritage with attractions like the Douro Museum, which showcases the region's wine-making history. Read more about Regua, Portugal

    17 Friday, April 17, 2026 Oporto, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Oporto, Portugal

    Located in the scenic estuary of the Douro River with swathes of vineyards clinging to the hills, Oporto - aka Porto - is Portugal's second largest metropolis, and one of Europe's most charismatic cities. The city is home to monuments by leading world architects from the past and the present, and some fantastic baroque carvings. Then there’s the world-famous sweet wine, and Ribeira - Its historical centre - that was awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO. Read more about Oporto, Portugal

    18 Saturday, April 18, 2026 Lisbon, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

    19 Sunday, April 19, 2026 Lisbon, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

    20 Monday, April 20, 2026 Lisbon, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

    21 Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Lisbon, Portugal Disembark
    View of Lisbon, Portugal

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, lies in the western Iberian Peninsula aside the Atlantic Ocean and the Tagus River. As one of the oldest cities in the world, it is rich in Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, Modern and Post-Modern constructions. The city is also crossed by historical boulevards and monuments along the main thoroughfares. Read more about Lisbon, Portugal

  • Ship

    Emerald Radiance Overview

    Emerald Radiance

    Emerald Radiance will take you to the heart of exciting destinations that line the banks of the Douro River. As your home away from home, this boutique floating hotel will provide you with luxurious surroundings, a wealth of amenities, and the unique spa-style Serenity Pool on the Sun Deck where you can enjoy the best of the Portuguese weather and watch the Douro Valley drift on by.

  • Cabins

    Emerald Radiance Cabins

    Riverview Suite

    Riverview Suite

    Riverview Suite on the Emerald Radiance Riverview Suite on the Emerald Radiance

    Cabin Types

    RA

    The brand new Riverview Suites are located at the back of the Emerald radiance ship, allowing them to boast floor-to-ceiling windows and our innovative French balcony system for endless views at any time of day. Size: 300 sq. ft

    Owner's Suite

    Owner's Suite

    Owner's Suite on the Emerald Radiance Owner's Suite on the Emerald Radiance

    Cabin Types

    SA

    Owner's One-bedroom Suites boast their very own bedroom which closes off from the rest of their cabin; a separate lounge area; and a fantastic outdoor balcony complete with the open-air system, allowing you to enjoy the views of your surroundings whatever the weather. Size: 288 sq. ft

    Panorama Suite

    Panorama Suite

    Panorama Suite on the Emerald Radiance Panorama Suite on the Emerald Radiance

    Cabin Types

    R, P, C, B, A

    They put every effort into designing staterooms and suites, selecting the most elegant décor and furnishings to create a haven for you to relax in as your sail through the most picturesque landscapes. But with the Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite, they've gone one step further and created a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. Size: 188 sq. ft

    Emerald Stateroom

    Emerald Stateroom

    Emerald Stateroom on the Emerald Radiance Emerald Stateroom on the Emerald Radiance

    Cabin Types

    F, E, D

    All Emerald Staterooms feature picture windows and the same high-quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they're bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money. Size: 153 sq. ft

  • Deck Plans

    Emerald Radiance Deck Plans

    Legend

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  • Nice to Lisbon & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal

    Cruiseline: Emerald River Cruises Ship: Emerald Radiance Departure: Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Nights: 21 nights Departs: Nice Returns: Lisbon

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