Lyon is located at the confluence of the Saone and the Rhone in the beautiful region of Rhône-Alpes. Lyon is a city steeped in history and the proximity of the city to Paris also makes it a popular stopover. The hometown of the writer Antoine de Saint-Exupery has a wealth of theaters and an opera. Furthermore, the Basilica Notre Dame de Fourviere is worth a visit. Lyons charming old town, Quartier Saint-Jean offers winding cobblestone streets, fantastic architecture as well as some unique cafes and shops.

Vienne is located approximately 40 km south of Lyon. To date, there are remains of Roman buildings in the city, such as the Temple d'Auguste et de Livie and a Roman theater.

Viviers is the capital of the Vivaris region, and is located along the banks of the Rhone. Viviers offers visitors a distinct medieval charm. The small streets of Viviers are lined with shops of many local merchants and craftsmen.The impressive Romanesque St. Vincent Cathedral is a popular tourist attraction of the area. Another nod to the history of the city is evident through the 'Pont Romain' otherwise known as the bridge of eleven arches. which crosses the Escoutay river. The location of Viviers means that visitors can benefit from a Mediterranean-style climate.

The city of Arles is situated in the south of France, 24 kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea . Many of the ancient Roman monuments that exist here are World Cultural Heritage sites.