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Grand France (Southbound)

Summary:

On this France river cruise vacation, enjoy wine, cheese, beautiful views, and stops in the most charming and historical parts of France. Sail along the Seine River to the picturesque Normandy region. In Vernon, choose between two exciting guided visits—C...

Duration
15 Days
Cities
10
Next Departure
15-Apr-2025
Starting at
USD 8,360.00
USD 5,860.00
Price per day
USD 391.00

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  • Avalon
Operator
Avalon Waterways
Ship
Poetry II
Tour
Grand France (Southbound)

Summary

On this France river cruise vacation, enjoy wine, cheese, beautiful views, and stops in the most charming and historical parts of France. Sail along the Seine River to the picturesque Normandy region. In Vernon, choose between two exciting guided visits—Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny or the remarkable Bizy Castle, known as “Normandy’s Versailles.” Go on (Take) an excursion to the historic Normandy Landing Beaches, including Omaha Beach, the Point du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery. In Rouen, go on a guided walk through the medieval quarter and visit the gothic Rouen Cathedral.

Before you depart the beautiful Seine River, spend time in Paris—one of the world’s most romantic cities! Discover the true heart of Paris on a guided walk through the sites of Paris’ rich history, or take a tour showing you the iconic sites of the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and more. Disembark you ship on the Seine, and board a high-speed train for Dijon and transfer to your Suite Ship® on the Saône River. Sail to Lyon, sitting at the confluence of the Saône and Rhône Rivers, is (Explore) France’s third-largest city and a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. The city of Tournon is beautifully nestled among vineyards. You’ll go on (Enjoy) a guided walk of this medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. In historical Avignon, see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest gothic fortress in the world. Situated on the Rhône River, Arles is famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater, which hosts plays and concerts to this day.*

Map: Grand France (Southbound) (Avalon)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1.
Paris, France (Embarkation)
Day 2.
Vernon
Day 3.
Caudebec
Day 4.
Caudebec. Excursion To Normandy
Day 5.
Rouen
Day 6.
Conflans
Day 7.
Paris
Day 8.
Paris (Disembarkation)–Dijon–Beaune–Chalon-Sur-Saô...
Day 9.
Tournus
Day 10.
Lyon
Day 11.
Lyon
Day 12.
Tournon
Day 13.
Avignon
Day 14.
Arles
Day 15.
Arles (Disembarkation)

Ports of call (10): Arles, Avignon, Chalon-Sur-Saone, Dijon, Honfleur, Lyon, Marseille, Paris, Rouen, Versailles

Ship Information

Ship Name
Poetry II
Ship Type
River Cruise Ship

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Cruise...

Paris

Arrow Going To

Marseille

River CruisesThis is an Organised River Cruise: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

Tour Variations

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Next Departure: 19-Aug-2025
Starting at: USD 8,360.00

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Next Departure: 17-Aug-2025
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Next Departure: 19-Aug-2025
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Next Departure: 17-Aug-2025
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Grand France with 2 Nights in French Riviera (Southbound)

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Next Departure: 15-Apr-2025
Starting at: USD 9,019.00

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