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A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound)

Uncover the cultural and historic delights of the Rhône and Saône rivers aboard an odyssey across France.

Discover architectural and historic wonders through hikes, tours and one-of-a-kind experiences, all carefully curated in our provided itinerary.

Find what you love aboard this unique river cruise and book your place today with Avalon Waterways.

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  • Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
  • Ship: Avalon Poetry II
  • Duration: 7 Nights
  • Departure: April
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A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) Cruise Prices

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Apr 06, 2027
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A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) Cruise Itinerary

Take to the shores of France and discover the mystique of the most romantic country in Europe.

Day 1

Arles

Flights into Marseille must arrive by 3 pm and guests must be on board the ship by 5 pm.

Day 2

Arles

Enjoy a power walk in Arles, a painting workshop, or a guided walking tour of Arles. Partake in a crêpes lunch onboard.

Day 3

Avignon

Embark on a guided sightseeing tour of Avignon. Consider an excursion to Pont du Gard. Live entertainment onboard.

Day 4

Viviers

Visit Viviers’ hilltop Cathedral or enjoy a guided walk.

Day 5

Tain-l’Hermitage

Join a hike in Tournon or a guided walking tour. Enjoy an onboard pastry demonstration.

Day 6

Lyon

Try a culinary walk or a guided sightseeing tour. Tonight, enjoy a unique dinner onboard. Live entertainment onboard.

Day 7

Tournus / Chalon-sur-Saône

Embark on a wine-centric excursion. Enjoy a cheese tasting onboard. Live entertainment onboard.

Day 8

Chalon-sur-Saône

Your cruise ends today. Flights should not leave Lyon airport before 8 am.

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Uncover the cultural riches of France with Crui.se

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Departure: April
VISITING: Arles Avignon Viviers Tain-l’Hermitage Lyon Tournus / Chalon-sur-Saône Chalon-sur-Saône
BENEFITS: Flights & Transfers Inc.All InclusiveDaily Excursions
FROM £ 3,339 pp
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Departure: Mar to Oct
VISITING: Chalon-sur-Saône (EMBARK) Tournus Lyon Tournon / Viviers Avignon Arles Arles (DISEMBARK)
BENEFITS: Flights & Transfers Inc.All InclusiveDaily Excursions
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Paris to Normandy

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Departure: Mar to Nov
VISITING: Paris Vernon / Les Andelys Caudebec Rouen Conflans
BENEFITS: Flights & Transfers Inc.All InclusiveDaily Excursions
FROM £ 2,250 pp

A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) Cruise Review

“I’d really recommend this cruise to anyone who’s new to cruising. I’ve been cruising a few times before now but my husband hasn’t, so we decided to take him on one as a nice surprise. He absolutely loved it and so did I. This didn’t feel like a run of the mill cruise and I had a lot of fun, my husband didn’t want to come home when it had finished!”

Laurie and Erick Starkweather, Bath, Somerset

A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) FAQ

Do optional excursions cost extra?

Yes, they do. The price of an optional excursion can vary between £50 and under to over £150 each.

How many types of suites/staterooms does the ship have?

The ship has three kinds of staterooms/suites available for you to choose from, including the Deluxe Stateroom, the Panorama Suite and the Royal Suite.

Do you cater to specific food needs?

Yes, we do. We offer vegetarian, vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fibre, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections for your mealtimes.

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