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France, Uncorked: The Rhone, the Seine & Bordeaux
Let there be no end to the breathtaking discoveries you’ll make aboard the France, Uncorked: The Rhone, the Seine & Bordeaux cruise.
From history to culture and the beauty in between, your cruise promises an experience unlike any other, bringing you to the forefront of romanticism and exhilaration.
Make lifelong friends and memories aboard this Avalon Waterways river cruise.
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Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
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Ship: Avalon Poetry II + 2 more
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Duration: 21 Nights
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Departure: Apr - Oct
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France, Uncorked: The Rhone, the Seine & Bordeaux Cruise Itinerary
Experience the unbridled beauty of France with an expansive itinerary.
Arles
Flights into Marseille must arrive by 3 pm and guests must be on board the ship by 5 pm.
Arles
Enjoy a power walk in Arles, a painting workshop, or a guided walking tour of Arles.
Avignon
Join a guided sightseeing tour of Avignon, visit Pont du Gard or the wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Live entertainment onboard.
Viviers
Walk up to Vivier’s hilltop Cathedral or join a guided walking tour of Viviers.
Tain l’Hermitage
Hike in Tournon or try a guided walking tour of Tournon.
Lyon
Embark on a guided sightseeing tour. Live entertainment onboard.
Tournus / Chalon-sur-Saône
Explore the Mâconnais region. Enjoy a cheese tasting on board. Live entertainment on board.
Chalon-sur-Saône / Beaune / Dijon / Paris
Visit the Hôtel-Dieu Charity Hospital in Beaune. Later, take a high-speed train from Dijon to Paris and board your ship.
Les Andelys / Vernon
Explore Vernon’s Chateau des Tourelles, join a guided tour of Giverny* or a guided visit to Bizy Castle. Onboard, enjoy a French luncheon and a pastry demonstration. Hike up to Château Gaillard or join a guided walking tour of Les Andelys.
*Monet’s House is closed in March and November, so this excursion will be replaced with a guided tour of La Roche-Guyon and its castle during this period.
Caudebec
Join a bike ride along the river, a guided trip along the Normandy Abbeys Route, or visit Honfleur.
Caudebec / Normandy
Try a guided tour of Normandy’s WWII landing beaches, a full-day guided tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites, or the “A Taste of Normandy” guided tour. Live entertainment on board.
Rouen
Join a guided bike tour or a guided walking tour of Rouen.
Conflans
Join a bike ride along the Seine, a guided visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, a guided tour of the Château de Malmaison*, or an excursion to the Palace of Versailles.
*Château de Malmaison is closed on the 1st Sunday of each month. On these dates, this excursion will be replaced by a visit to Château de Chantilly.
Paris
Discover the Seine river by foot, join a guided walk or a guided city tour.
Paris / Bordeaux
Travel to Bordeaux and board your ship.
Note: Ship may sail to Cadillac-sur-Garonne in the evening based on tide and water levels.
Cadillac-sur-Garonne
Try a guided tour of Château de la Brêde or a guided visit to a local château with a wine tasting. Live entertainment on board.
Note: Sailing to Cadillac-sur-Garonne pending tides and water levels. Alternative motorcoach transportation for the day’s excursions will be provided.
Cussac Fort Médoc
Join an E-bike guided tour in Bordeaux’s wine region or a guided visit to a Château.
Blaye / Bourg
Embark on a guided visit to the Citadel of Blaye or a guided tour. Consider learning how the Fine Champagne of Cognac is made. Live entertainment on board.
Libourne / Saint-Émilion
Go on a guided tour of Saint-Émilion.
Bordeaux
Try a guided walking tour of Bordeaux. Consider an excursion to Les Bassins des Lumière.
Bordeaux / Arcachon’s Bay
Enjoy a bike ride or a full-day guided tour of Arcachon’s seaside resort.
Bordeaux
Your cruise ends today.
FRANCE, UNCORKED: THE RHONE, THE SEINE & BORDEAUX CRUISE SHIPS
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France, Uncorked: The Rhone, the Seine & Bordeaux FAQ
How many locations will I get to visit during my cruise?
You’ll be stopping at and passing through a staggering 24 locations during your voyage.
Does the crew onboard speak English?
Yes, our onboard crew members do speak English.
Does each ship have an elevator?
Yes, all ships assigned to this cruise each possess an elevator.
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