Itinerario
Take a wondrous French river cruise along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in famous French locales, as well as off-the-beaten-path gems too! Begin your Avalon YourWay river cruise through France in Arles and discover the setting that inspired Vincent Van Gogh. See its 1st-century Roman amphitheater still used today, and attend a painting workshop in the style of Van Gogh.Cruise to Avignon and see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest Gothic fortress in the world. Continue to Viviers for a guided walk through its charming village. Nestled among vineyards and Roman ruins are the twin cities of Tournon and Tain l’Hermitage. Take a guided walk of Tournon, a medieval treasure of Roman ruins and 16th-century castle.You’ll visit Lyon, a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture, as well as France’s gastronomic capital. Lyon offers wonderful sights, including the popular Place des Terreaux with its famous fountain seen on postcards. You’ll sail to the Chardonnay wine region of Mâcon, enjoying cheese tasting on board. In Dijon, tour Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu Charity Hospital—built in 1443 and home of Van der Weyden’s “The Last Judgement.”Continue your French vacation your way with two overnights in Paris—the “City of Light.” Discover the true heart of Paris on a guided walk through the sites of the city’s rich history, or take a tour to see the iconic landmarks of the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and more. A classic French river cruise vacation—made even better your way.
Programa del tour
ARLES (EMBARQUE)
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ARLESMeals:
Dinner
ARLES
Get your daily dose of exercise through a Power Walk in Arles with your Adventure Host, OR: Activity discovery:
Attend a Painting Workshop to learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh. Create your own painting in the style of the legendary artist, OR:Activity classic:
Enjoy a Guided Walking Tour of Arles—the captivating city of the Provence region. You’ll visit the Roman Amphitheater in this visually stunning city.Take free time to stop in Le Café Van Gogh for a glass of wine, before sailing to Avignon. Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNONMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
AVIGNON
Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the fortress city of Avignon—with its ramparts encircling the city—and a visit to the amazing Palace of the Popes.Guided Optional Excursions include a visit to the ancient Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard, or a trip to the famed wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a true taste of the Rhône wine region. Explore Avignon on your own for the city’s art and culture, theatre, and museums. Be sure to snap photos of the captivating countryside, historic monuments, and the medieval Pont Saint-Bénézet. Later, enjoy onboard live entertainment. Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNONMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
VIVIERS
Walk your way up to Vivier's hilltop Cathedral with your Adventure Host, OR:Activity classic:
Explore the pale-stone buildings of Viviers on an afternoon Guided Walking Tour of this charming village. You’ll see its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town with a mix of historical Christian, Roman, and medieval influences.Overnight:
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TAIN L’HERMITAGE Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
TAIN L'HERMITAGE
Explore Tournon by foot as you follow your Adventure Host for a morning hike in this beautiful town along the Rhone, OR:Activity classic:
Take a morning Guided Walking Tour to explore Tournon—one of France’s oldest medieval cities with its 16th-century castle.In the early afternoon, cruise to Lyon. Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LYONMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
LYON
Discover Lyon's architectural district by bike with your Adventure Host, over bridges, and along the banks where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet, OR:Activity classic:
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour to survey Lyon from Fourvière Hill with its numerous churches. You’ll also explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, and the lively cafés, monuments, and famed fountain of Place des Terreaux.Spend free time riding a bike through Lyon’s town squares, over bridges, and along the banks where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet. Enjoy live entertainment while sailing to Tournus. Overnight:
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TOURNUSMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
TOURNUS-CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE
Travel into the rolling landscapes of the Mâconnais region to learn about its world-famous Chardonnay vineyards, the wines produced here, and to attend a wine-tasting in the cellars of a real medieval castle!Activity discovery:
Later, enjoy a delicious Cheese Tasting on board your ship.Enjoy live entertainment on board this evening. Overnight:
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CHALON-SUR-SAÔNEMeals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CHALON-SUR-SAÔNE (DESEMBARQUE)-BEAUNE-DIJON-PARIS
Visit the Hôtel-Dieu Charity Hospital in Beaune, built in 1443, today home of the Van der Weyden’s painting of the Last Judgment and one of France’s architectural highlights.Meals:
Breakfast
PARÍS
Discover the ancient heart of Paris on a captivating Guided Walk featuring the Palais-Royal, Louvre pyramid, ancient sites on Île de la Cité, the Left Bank, bustling Latin Quarter, and more, OR:Spend your free time strolling through the Champs-Élysées for café au lait and croissants, see the exhibits at the Louvre and visit Montmartre’s Basilica of the Sacré Cœur. Meals:
Breakfast
PARÍS
Breakfast
Detalles del tour
accommodation
7 noches a bordo de Avalon Poetry II
2 noches en París
Camas Comfort CollectionSM con elección de la firmeza del colchón
Ropa de cama de algodón egipcio superpeinado
Albornoces y zapatillas
Productos de baño premium L'Occitane
Amplio cuarto de baño con ducha con puerta de cristal
TV vía satélite de pantalla plana con canales de películas gratuitos
Climatización individual y caja fuerte en la habitación
Puertos USB
flights
guide
insurance
meals
Comidas a bordo preparadas por el chef con cocina regional y platos familiares favoritos
Cocina de temporada con los ingredientes locales más frescos
Opciones de cocina saludable Avalon Fresh® en todas las comidas
Amplio comedor Panorama con asientos abiertos
Desayuno bufé diario con una amplia gama de productos clásicos, opciones saludables Avalon Fresh® y especialidades diarias a la carta
Servicio de habitaciones gratuito para el desayuno continental, el almuerzo y la cena
Almuerzo buffet diario con especialidades regionales, platos clásicos, opciones saludables Avalon Fresh® y platos del chef rotativos, como estaciones de trinchado y pasta. También puedes cenar al aire libre en nuestro Sky Grill de la cubierta Sky (si el tiempo y el itinerario lo permiten) o disfrutar de un almuerzo ligero en el Panorama Lounge.
Té por la tarde con té, café y dulces
Cenas de cuatro platos con elección de aperitivos, sopas, ensaladas, entrantes y postres o queso
Deléitate con varias selecciones del menú degustación del Bistró Panorama para disfrutar de un ambiente "sentado" menos formal
Vino, cerveza o refrescos de cortesía con la comida y la cena
Horario flexible Avalon FlexDining® con opciones de menú y lugar de celebración
Opciones vegetarianas en todas las comidas, así como opciones veganas, bajas en calorías, bajas en grasas, ricas en fibra, bajas en colesterol, de alto valor energético y sin alergias.
Panorama Lounge & Bar con licores de primera calidad, asientos acogedores, ventanas panorámicas y pista de baile
Cócteles de bienvenida y despedida con vino espumoso y canapés
Nuevo en 2023: Happy Hour incluida todas las noches con cerveza de la casa, vino, cócteles y una bebida del día
Cócteles con vistas en el Sky Deck
Cafés especiales, bebidas espresso y agua aromatizada e infusionada beWell Essence disponibles durante todo el día
optional
others
Wi-Fi gratuito en todo el barco
Ventanas panorámicas en todo el barco
Diseño y decoración elegantes y contemporáneos
Cubierta Sky con bañera de hidromasaje, toldos de sombra, zona de juegos y salones premium
Sala de observación cubierta
Club Lounge con estación de autoservicio de bebidas 24 horas con capuchinos, cafés con leche, té, chocolate caliente y cafés de primera calidad gratuitos, así como golosinas durante todo el día
Ascensor
Interiores y camarotes para no fumadores
Avalon Waterways ofrece una selección de excursiones incluidas en cada puerto de escala, con algo para todos los gustos dentro de sus colecciones "Clásica", "Descubrimiento" y "Activa".
No se incluyen otras actividades y serviciostransport
Avalon Poesía II o similar
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