Summary
This fantastic European river cruise vacation showcases France’s breathtaking views, amazing history, and legendary culture. Your adventure begins with two overnights on the French Riviera, then travel to Arles to board your Avalon Suite Ship®. You’ll sail north up the scenic Rhône and Saône Rivers to explore Arles, Avignon, delightful Viviers, medieval Tournon, France’s gastronomic capital of Lyon, and fascinating Beaune.
Take a high-speed train to Paris, and embark your second ship to begin your Seine River cruise into the picturesque Normandy region. In Vernon, choose between a guided visit of Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny or magnificent Bizy Castle. Continue to Les Andelys, home of dramatic Château Gaillard, then on to Caudebec, with your choice of an excursion to Normandy’s historic landing beaches or an interesting “Taste of Normandy” tour. Visit Joan of Arc’s historic Rouen and, in Conflans, choose between excursions to Vincent van Gogh’s Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine’s elegant Château de Malmaison. Return to Paris for guided sightseeing and take in the most famous sights of this magnificent city. Then, transfer to London for three exciting nights.
Your vacation in London includes guided sightseeing to see the must-see sights—Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Piccadilly Circus, and more, including VIP access to St. Paul’s Cathedral. The perfect end to a remarkable river cruise vacation!
Short Itinerary / Route
- Day 1
- French Riviera
- Day 2
- French Riviera
- Day 3
- French Riviera–Arles
- Day 4
- Arles
- Day 5
- Avignon
- Day 6
- Viviers
- Day 7
- Tain L'hermitage
- Day 8
- Lyon
- Day 9
- Tournus–Chalon-Sur-Saône
- Day 10
- Chalon-Sur-Saône
- Day 11
- Vernon
- Day 12
- Caudebec
- Day 13
- Caudebec. Excursions To Normandy
- Day 14
- Rouen
- Day 15
- Conflans
- Day 16
- Paris
- Day 17
- Paris
- Day 18
- London
- Day 19
- London
- Day 20
- London
Countries (2): England, France
Travel Cities (12): Arles, Avignon, Cambridge, Chalon-Sur-Saone, Dijon, Honfleur, London, Lyon, Nice, Paris, Rouen, Toulon