Bijou du Rhône

About nicko cruises

For more than 20 years, nicko cruises ships have been sailing the world's rivers. The fleet consists of more than 30 ships, which are divided into the ship types nicko boutique, nicko modern and nicko classic. In addition to a variety of European destinations the cruise operator also offers some exotic destinations such as Myanmar and Vietnam. The river cruises can be supplemented by various services, such as pre-bookable beverage packages or various arrival and departure options.

Bijou du Rhône

Aboard MS Bijou du Rhône you will find the famous "Laissez-faire" in the south of France! In the cosy and stylish staterooms, the spacious panoramic salon and on the sundeck, passengers can get away from everyday stress. At a length of 114 m the ship can accommodate up to 150 passengers. The atmosphere on board is typical nicko cruises - warm and familiar.

Bijou du Rhône facts

• Built in: 2001
• Length: 114.3 m
• Width: 11.4 m
• Depth: 1.5 m
• Language: German
• Currency: Euro
• Internet: Wi-Fi
• Smoking: Permitted in designated areas on the sundeck

Bijou du Rhône staterooms

The staterooms are stylishly and comfortably furnished and are equipped with a shower/WC, a hairdryer, a TV, a telephone, an adjustable air conditioning and a safe. The staterooms are approx. 15 sqm and have large panoramic windows that can be opened in the deluxe staterooms. The beds can be placed together or separately. The staterooms on the main deck are somewhat smaller and about 12 sqm in size and equipped with a folding bed and a sofa bed. The large windows cannot be opened.

Atmosphere on board of Bijou du Rhône

The atmosphere on board the Bijou de Rhône is cosy, warm and familiar. Whether you want to enjoy a quiet moment, to immerse yourself in a book, or to attend a social event on board, everything is taken care of on this ship. Various theme evenings and music programs offer plenty of variety. The clothing on board is casual, for dinner more formal clothing is desired.

Bijou du Rhône restaurant

In addition to the beautiful landscape of southern France, on board the Bijou de Rhône you will also find French delicacies and fine wines. Let yourself be pampered by the chef's tasty creations every day. In the spacious panorama restaurant, all guests can enjoy one table time together. The menu features international dishes as well as typical regional specialties.

Entertainment, sports & relaxation

For leisure, the restaurant offers theme nights and music programs. The library invites you to read a good book or instead relax on the spacious sundeck with sun loungers and a chess set.

Bijou du Rhône shore excursions

Nicko cruises offers optional shore excursions that are adapted to the respective lay time in the port. Matching your cruise, you can easily book an excursion package in which the highlights of the respective route have been put together to form a package. However, on board you can also book only certain parts of the excursion packages, as long as there are places available, and make your cruise even more individual. An audio system is available for many excursions so that you can relax and follow the instructions of your german-speaking tour guide without missing out on interesting highlights. In addition to classic excursion programs, the tour operator also often offers active bicycle excursions. Please note that the excursions can only be paid on board in cash and in Euro.

Our summary

IIf you are looking for relaxation, appreciate comfort and the beautiful landscape of the South of France, you are right on board the MS Bijou du Rhône!