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Our First VIKING River Cruise in France | Lyon & Provence Review | The REAL Experience & Regret

Join me on my first Viking River Cruise in France as we sail the stunning Lyon & Provence itinerary from Avignon to Lyon aboard the Viking Longship Hermod. This is an honest, personal look at what it’s REALLY like to take a Viking River Cruise in France @VikingCruises, floating along the ancient and historic Rhône River — one of Europe’s oldest trade routes. If you’ve been researching Viking River Cruises in Europe, wondering whether the Lyon & Provence itinerary is worth it, what the atmosphere is like onboard, or how Viking compares for first-time cruisers… this video is for you. I’m sharing exactly what surprised me, what I loved, what I regret, and the little things I wish I knew before taking my very first Viking cruise. 📌WANT ME TO MATCH THE PERFECT RIVER CRUISE FOR YOU? TAKE THE QUESTIONNAIRE → https://forms.gle/eRnM5jwEah7cxVkc6 Link for AirFly for QuietVox (hands-free excursions!) https://amzn.to/4ooEJy5 🇫🇷 ITINERARY: AVIGNON → LYON We started in the fairytale town of Avignon, explored medieval walls, markets, Roman ruins, and charming villages like Viviers and Tournon, then finished in the beautiful city of Lyon — often called the “Paris of the Rhône.” 🚢 ONBOARD THE VIKING LONGSHIP HERMOD Viking makes travel through Europe seamless.. The ship features Viking’s signature Scandinavian design, panoramic windows, an Aquavit Terrace with indoor–outdoor dining, and cozy spaces like the Lounge, Sun Deck, library, and 24/7 coffee station. 🥐 DINING ON VIKING RIVER CRUISE Breakfast, lunch, and dinner feature regional dishes from Provence and classic favorites. Taste of Provence night was a highlight — plus daily fresh pastries, Austrian-style desserts, and endless cappuccinos at the coffee station. ✨ SCENIC SAILING One of the most magical parts of the journey — peaceful mornings, golden sunsets, and passing through locks while enjoying the gentle, smooth sailing. 🛏️ STATEROOM REVIEW — SWAN DECK (STANDARD ROOM) We stayed in a Swan Deck stateroom. If you’re budget-conscious, it’s a great option… but I personally missed having a balcony for fresh air.More cabin tips in the video! ⭐ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro: Our First Viking River Cruise in France 01:14 – Airport Transfers & Arrival Experience 02:07 – Embarkation & First Impressions 03:02 – Ship Tour & Favorite Spaces 07:01 – Food & Dining on Viking 08:53 - Daily Briefing 09:32 – Excursions: What to Expect 12:32 – Scenic Sailing on the Rhône 14:18 – Atmosphere Onboard 17:13 – Standard Stateroom Review (Swan Deck) 18:03 – Itinerary Highlights by Port 23:58 – Final Thoughts This video is helpful for anyone researching any Viking Longship — because the ships are nearly identical.Whether you're sailing on one of these ships, this review applies to all of them: Viking Longship Fleet:Viking Aegir | Viking Alruna | Viking Alta | Viking Alsvin | Viking Astrild | Viking Atla | Viking Atrato | Viking Baldur | Viking Buri | Viking Einar | Viking Egil | Viking Eir | Viking Elbe Princesse | Viking Elbe Princesse II | Viking Embla | Viking Emerald | Viking Europe | Viking Fjorgyn | Viking Forseti | Viking Freya | Viking Gefjon | Viking Gersemi | Viking Gullveig | Viking Gymir | Viking Heimdal | Viking Helgrim | Viking Herja | Viking Hermod | Viking Hild | Viking Hlynur | Viking Hraun | Viking Idi | Viking Ingvi | Viking Jarl | Viking Kadlin | Viking Kari | Viking Kvasir | Viking Lif | Viking Lofn | Viking Loten | Viking Mani | Viking Mimir | Viking Modi | Viking Njord | Viking Oden | Viking Osfrid | Viking Radgrid | Viking Rolf | Viking Saigon | Viking Sigrun | Viking Sigyn | Viking Skadi | Viking Skaga | Viking Skirnir | Viking Tialfi | Viking Tir | Viking Torgil | Viking Tor | Viking Ullur | Viking Vali | Viking Var | Viking Ve | Viking Vidar | Viking Vilhjalm | Viking Vingolf | Viking Vili | Viking Vjosa | Viking Vltava If you’re planning a Paris extension after your Viking River Cruise, or searching for tips on Paris travel, Paris itinerary, Eiffel Tower at night, best spots in Paris, or how to take the train from Lyon to Paris, Part 2 will guide you through it all. We visited the Eiffel Tower, walked through the Tuileries Garden, explored the Louvre, strolled along the Seine River, found cozy cafés, and soaked in those classic Paris views. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for more:• Viking River Cruise reviews• Danube, Rhine, Seine & Rhône itineraries• Travel tips• Paris travel ideas• European river cruise advice• Behind-the-scenes cruise stories #RiverCruise #VikingRiverCruises #VikingCruise #vikingrivercruise #vikingcruises #parisrivercruise #rivercruiseeurope #signaturetravelchannel #francecruise #rhoneriver #vikinghermod #VikingCruise #VikingRiverCruiseReview #FirstTimeRiverCruise #VikingRiver #europeanrivercruises As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.