A Provençal touch on board the MS Mistral by CroisiEurope

The MS Mistral by CroisiEurope offers a lively cruise along the Rhône and Saône, blending French authenticity, refined comfort, and majestic panoramas. Measuring 110 meters in length and renovated in 2007, the MS Mistral invites its guests on a journey that is both cultural and sensory, in a warm, elegant, and vibrant atmosphere.

Unique atmospheres & interior spaces

Bright cabins and a variety of bedding options

The MS Mistral features 78 cabins spread over two decks, accommodating up to 157 to 158 privileged guests. The cabins include single, double, and triple configurations, along with an elegant suite, allowing everyone to find the perfect, quiet, and relaxing accommodation. All cabins are equipped with large panoramic windows, individual air conditioning, private bathrooms, TV, safe, and refined modern comfort.

Nautical tones & refined décor

Deep navy and golden tones define the interior spaces of the MS Mistral, paying tribute to the maritime world and the art of authentic river travel. The lounges and bar area, complete with a dance floor, are decorated, blending comfort with subtle and welcoming touches. The layout encourages friendly conversation while also allowing space for quiet, intimate, and peaceful moments. This refined atmosphere gives the ship a discreet, warm, and timeless charm.

Sun deck & outdoor relaxation areas

On the upper deck, the MS Mistral’s sun deck offers comfortable loungers and a spacious, shaded area, perfect for relaxation and quiet contemplation. It’s the ideal spot to watch the ever-changing riverbanks, soak up the warm sun, or simply breathe in the fresh open air. Between the soothing calm of the water and the natural beauty of the passing landscapes, these open-air moments become special highlights that truly enrich the journey.

Delicacies & dining elegance aboard the MS Mistral

Refined French cuisine & local flavors in the spotlight

The gastronomy aboard the MS Mistral celebrates French tradition with both authenticity and creativity. Dishes crafted by CroisiEurope’s chefs are inspired by the regions along the route, featuring local wines, fresh ingredients, and carefully prepared desserts. Each meal becomes an invitation to savor the rich and varied culinary heritage of the Rhône Valley and its surroundings. This subtle blend of local flavors and culinary expertise turns every dining experience into a true sensory journey.

Panoramic dining room & friendly atmosphere

The restaurant on the upper deck of the MS Mistral offers a bright and refined setting, with large panoramic windows that allow guests to fully enjoy the outside scenery during meals. The elegant décor and thoughtful layout make it possible to savor each dish with a view, in a friendly and harmonious atmosphere. Shared moments around the table take on a more poetic dimension here, blending culinary delights with the peaceful contemplation of the river.

Shared moments at the bar & gentle, lively evenings

After dinner, the MS Mistral’s bar lounge becomes a cozy spot for socializing and conversation. Drinks with friends, soft music, and occasional light dancing extend the day’s pleasures in a warm, intimate, and inviting atmosphere. This space encourages both relaxation and connection, creating warm, memorable moments filled with the subtle elegance unique to river cruises.

Life on board: Smooth rhythm & immersive experiences

Provençal stops & deep dives into regional history

The MS Mistral offers varied routes between Lyon, Provence, Camargue, Arles, Vienne, and Collonges-au-Mont-d’Or. Each stop warmly invites you to discover majestic castles, charming historic villages, lively local markets, rich culinary traditions, and a vibrant living cultural heritage. These stops enrich the journey with authentic, deeply memorable, and truly unique experiences rooted in the soul of the regions visited.

Relaxation & river contemplation

The MS Mistral alternates between days filled with dynamic discoveries and quiet moments on board. Sunbathing on the deck, peaceful reading in the lounge, watching the river’s changing lights, each moment offers a breath of serenity. The ship allows you to fully breathe, let your gaze glide over the riverbanks, and deeply experience the natural rhythm of the river. These suspended moments become a true pause of calm and inspiration.

Elegant entertainment & gentle French ambiance

As night falls, the MS Mistral offers carefully chosen activities: live music, themed evenings, gentle dancing, and cultural events inspired by the regions visited. The atmosphere remains warm and refined, carried by French charm and subtle conviviality that perfectly reflect the spirit of authentic travel. These elegant evenings beautifully extend the magic of the days, giving passengers memories filled with warmth, sharing, elegance, and harmony.

Memorable journeys aboard the MS Mistral by CroisiEurope

Rhône Valley & golden rivers

The MS Mistral’s routes wind along the Rhône and Saône rivers, passing through golden landscapes, lush vineyards, green hills, and charming, picturesque villages. These journeys offer spectacular and unique views, especially at sunrise or sunset, when the light beautifully transforms the surrounding banks. The calm water reflects the sky and colors, adding to the peaceful scene. Each voyage becomes a living, inspiring painting where nature and poetry gracefully intertwine.

Cultural stops & rich French heritage

Among the MS Mistral’s stops are Avignon, Arles, Lyon, and Collonges-au-Mont-d’Or. Each of these charming, lively, and historic calls is a true invitation to discover remarkable architecture, fascinating history, local traditions, regional gastronomy, and artistic heritage. These moments add an authentic and vibrant cultural dimension to the journey, where French heritage reveals itself in its richest, most varied, and inspiring forms.

Nature, light & Provençal atmosphere

Sailing along the Rhône, the Saône, or around the Camargue, the MS Mistral reveals beautiful, peaceful landscapes filled with the scents of scrubland, colorful fields, ancient trees, and sunlit hills. The changing colors throughout the day create a unique sensory show, full of deep intensity and gentle softness. The ship also offers endless panoramic views, where light always plays a key role in the deep emotion of the journey and the beauty of the moment.

Cruises elevated by Voyages Aqua Terra

Personalized advice & informed choices

With Voyages Aqua Terra, every cruise on the MS Mistral is carefully designed around your unique preferences: perfectly suited cabins, dates chosen for the ideal season, routes tailored to your personal tastes, and excursions focused on what truly inspires you, deeply and passionately. This personalized approach ensures a smooth, elegant journey that meets your expectations, leaving unforgettable, enriching, and wonderfully authentic memories behind.

Exclusive benefits & small luxuries offered

Voyages Aqua Terra offers elegant privileges to enrich your stay on the MS Mistral: priority bookings, table suggestions with panoramic views, refined private moments, unique culinary surprises, and extra personalized, thoughtful touches. These delicate attentions create a smoother, more comfortable, and exceptional journey, where every detail is designed to enhance the entire experience. Every small touch helps make your trip easy, special, and full of joy.

Rich memories & lasting feelings

Thanks to the support of Voyages Aqua Terra, every moment aboard the MS Mistral becomes a precious, meaningful, and deeply memorable memory. Between the warm Provençal spirit, the golden sunlight on the banks, the joyful friendliness of shared meals, and the peaceful calm of long, slow, quiet cruises, these lasting, sweet, and rich emotions are deeply etched in memory. They extend the unique magic of the journey far beyond the cruise itself.