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Grand France (Southbound) on Avalon Tapestry II

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  • Deluxe Stateroom
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.*

During the Olympics and Paralympic games some venues and areas might be closed or not accessible to groups, therefore the program might be subject to change.

About Avalon Tapestry II
About Avalon Waterways
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No other fleet of river cruise ships offers you a view of the world like Avalon Suite Ships,® featuring Avalon Panorama SuitesSM. Thirty percent larger than the industry standard, they’re actually river cruising's only Open–Air Balcony® — with nothing between you and the view. While other river cruise cabins are designed with beds against a wall for a view of another wall, our Comfort Collection BedsSM actually face the view with the widest-opening, wall-to-wall, floor-to-c ...
Nov 11, 2025 through
Nov 25, 2025
Nov 7, 2025 7:00 PM
14 Nights from
$6,498.00 (USD)
Per Person
Includes discount: $1200.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
8239025
Oct 14, 2025 through
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 10, 2025 7:00 PM
14 Nights from
$7,398.00 (USD)
Per Person
Includes discount: $1200.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
8239005
Oct 28, 2025 through
Nov 11, 2025
Oct 24, 2025 7:00 PM
14 Nights from
$6,698.00 (USD)
Per Person
Includes discount: $1200.00, Intra-vacation air transfers. Arrival and destination airfare not included.
8239006
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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.