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Burgundy & Provence With 2 Nights In Paris & 2 Nights In Nice (Southbound) on Avalon Poetry II

Cruise, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht
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  • Avalon Poetry II
  • Panorama Lounge
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  • Dining room
  • Gym
  • Royal Suite
Take a delightful river cruise through France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! This French river cruise adventure begins in style with two overnights in Paris-one of the world’s most romantic and vibrant cities! See the landmarks of the "City of Lights", including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre Museum with its elegant glass pyramid contrasting its ancient architecture. Take in the beautiful countryside, quaint villages and towns, as you sail through the most captivating views of France. Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, founded by the Romans in 43 BC, sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers, and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. Visit the popular Place des Terreaux with its lively cafés and monuments, and stand in front of the famous fountain seen on postcards. With plenty of time to explore this historical city further, be sure to sample Beaujolais, the famous wine of the region. Beautifully nestled among vineyards, is the city of Tournon a medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle, where you’ll go on a guided walk. Continue your river cruise through France to historical Avignon and see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes-the largest Gothic fortress in the world. Enjoy your last two nights in captivating Nice on the French Riviera. Relax along the remarkably blue water of the Mediterranean Sea-a perfect ending to this once-in-a-lifetime European river cruise!

Included Features:

Day 1 Paris: Welcome to France

Day 2 Paris: Guided sightseeing

Day 3 Dijon-Beaune-Chalon-sur-Saône (Embarkation): High-speed train to Dijon; motorcoach transfer to Beaune and visit to the Hôtel-Dieu; onboard welcome reception

Day 4 Tournus: Guided walk in Tournus; onboard cheese tasting

Day 5 Lyon: Choice of guided sightseeing with picture stop on Fourvière Hill or bike with your Adventure Host; onboard lecture

Day 6 Lyon: Culinary tour

Day 7 Tournon-Viviers: Guided walk in Tournon; guided walk in Viviers, visit the Old Town and the cathedral

Day 8 Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit to the Palace of the Popes

Day 9 Arles: Choice of guided sightseeing in Arles, visit the Roman Amphitheater, or painting workshop or walk with your Adventure Host

Day 10 Arles (Disembarkation)-Nice: Travel by motorcoach to Nice

Day 11 Nice: Guided tour

Day 12 Nice: Your vacation ends this morning

About Avalon Poetry II
About Avalon Waterways
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Innovative, transformative, original. Avalon Waterways has redefined cruising by going against the current and away from the ordinary. Delivering unparalleled experiences and boundless exploration, Avalon puts you in the captain’s seat to navigate your journey, fuel your passions and steer clear of the unexpected as you cruise down the world’s most memorable and mesmerizing waterways. One step aboard our modern, luxurious Suite Ships with the grandest views in cruising and you’ll see how the tides they are a-changin’.

Welcome to a new wave in cruising. Welcome aboard Avalon Waterways.
Oct 20, 2024 through
Oct 31, 2024
Oct 16, 2024 7:00 PM
11 Nights from
$4,777.00 (USD)
Per Person
Includes discount: $750.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
Amenity Departure Dates
Culinary Collection
Oct 06, 2024 through
Oct 17, 2024
Oct 2, 2024 7:00 PM
11 Nights from
$5,077.00 (USD)
Per Person
Includes discount: $750.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
Nov 03, 2024 through
Nov 14, 2024
Oct 30, 2024 7:00 PM
11 Nights from
$5,057.00 (USD)
Per Person
Includes discount: $250.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
Amenity Departure Dates
Culinary Collection
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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.