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Climb aboard the Avalon Poetry II for an eight-day sailing down the Rhône River – from Arles to Lyon.
Enjoy a unique blend of excursions, featuring Avalon exclusives and a range of optional adventures to help you make the most of your getaway.
Recline in comfort – enjoying modern amenities, ample storage and the attention of a dedicated crew with Avalon Waterways.
From Arles to Lyon, this itinerary conducts you North through France on the adventure of a lifetime. From kayaking and hiking, to wine tastings and painting workshops – there’s sure to be something for everyone on this trip.
Arrive to France to begin your river cruise.
Bike through Camargue Natural Park, visit an oyster farm on the Camargue National Park guided tour or pay a visit to a traditional black bull ranch.
Spend your morning exploring on a guided hike, attend a painting workshop on the techniques of Vincent Van Gogh or join a guided sightseeing tour of Arles.
Your afternoon is free to explore as you please.
Join an E-Bike ride through Gard region, visit an authentic Provencal farmhouse or enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Avignon.
You may also choose from optional excursions to either the wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape for a wine tasting or a kayak ride through Pont du Gard.
Enjoy a guided kayak trip in Gorges de l’Ardèche, hike through the Natural Reserve of Cirque d’Estre or take part in an underground wine tasting. You’ll also join us on a nighttime guided tour of Viviers.
Join a guided excursion by rail-bike along the descent of the Gorges du Doux, hike though vineyards, tour the Valrhona Chocolate Factory Museum or take a guided sightseeing tour of Tournon. Back on board, enjoy a cooking demonstration on how to prepare a Lyonnaise treat.
Enjoy guided urban hiking through Lyon’s secret passageways or embark on a guided culinary walk.
This afternoon, you may wish to embark on an optional guided tour through private and public terraces for panoramic views of Lyon.
Disembark from your ship after breakfast this morning and begin your journey home.
Visit some of Europe’s most treasured cities on your Active & Discovery on the Rhône (Northbound) River Cruise
Continue sailing North down the Rhône
Yes. The Avalon Poetry II allows you access to a wifi connection in locations throughout the ship.
An ‘E-bike’ is an Electronic Bike. Meaning that your bike will have a motor to assist with pedalling.
This itinerary offers a blend of Classic, Active and Discovery excursions. You’ll also be able to choose from optional activities, on-board lectures and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace.