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Romantic France in Depth | River Cruise Discovery

17 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with $3500 Bonus Value Including City Stays, Onboard Beverages, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Exclusive Itinerary
  • $3500 Bonus Value
  • Sail | July 2025

Book By 31 May 2025

Set Sail on 29 July 2025

Product Code: MC-34459

Romantic France in Depth | River Cruise Discovery

17 Day Fly, Stay & River Cruise Holiday with $3500 Bonus Value Including City Stays, Onboard Beverages, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • Exclusive Itinerary
  • $3500 Bonus Value
  • Sail | July 2025

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Economy flights to Paris, returning from Lyon

Bonus 2 Night Hotel Stay to Explore Paris with Avalon Waterways with breakfast daily
Avalon Host Service in Paris
Bonus Guided City Tour that shows the iconic sites of Paris, such as the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier, and the famous Champs-Élysées.
Bonus scenic rail journey from Paris to Bordeaux to embark your river cruise
Bonus transfers to and from your scenic rail journey

7 Night Southern France river cruise from Bordeaux to explore the shores of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers famed for its legendary vineyards and wines
BONUS transfer between Bordeaux and Arles
7 Night Southern France river cruise from Arles to explore Provence and Burgundy along the Rhône and Saône Rivers
Sail in a Deluxe Riverview Stateroom

Seasonal & locally sourced A La Carte menus across flexible dining venues
Regional wine & beer with lunch & dinner + daily happy hour
Specialty onboard entertainment
BONUS Wifi onboard & prepaid gratuities
BONUS Daily on shore excursions with expert guides

BONUS Transfer from Charlon Sur Saone to Lyon Airport upon disembarkation.

Take advantage of this exclusive bonus-packed cruise deal, without breaking the bank.

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Paris, France

Welcome to Paris, the city of light and the global centre of art, fashion, gastronomy, and culture. Famed for its 19th-century architecture, Paris is home to some of the most formidable and renowned structures in the world, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Enjoy a 2 night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Bordeaux, France

Enjoy a scenic rail journey to Bordeaux.  Embark Avalon Artistry II where you will begin your 7 night exploration along the the shores of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. Enjoy an overnight onboard to explore this beautiful city.

 
Cadillac-Sur-Garonne, France

Cadillac-sur-Garonne is a charming commune known for its historical heritage, renowned vineyards and unspoiled nature. Opt to visit a local wine estate for a tasting of Sauternes, a sweet golden-yellow wine, or take a guided tour of Château de la Brède, a gothic castle built in 1306. 

 
Cussac Fort Medoc, France

Nestled in the Haut-Médoc vineyard, Cussac Fort Medoc is a wine lovers dream. Sample locally made Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines or unearth the historical heritage of Fort-Médoc, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

 
Blaye-Bourg, France

Famous for its UNESCO-listed citadel, spend the morning in the cliffside commune of Blaye. Then, sail down to Bourg, an equally charming village with an iconic citadel of it’s own. 

 
Libourne, France

Wine and wonderful views are cherished in the 12th-century fortified town of Libourne. From here, venture to the nearby medieval village of Saint-Émilion, the perfect spot for a wine tasting.  

 
Bordeaux, France

Docking at Le Verdon, gateway to the world’s finest wine-producing region, Bordeaux is brimming with medieval charm. Spend your day strolling past the sights of Old Town or head out of the city to one of the area’s famous vineyards. Spend tonight docked in port for more time ashore.

 
Arles, France

Disembark Avalon Artistry II in Bordeaux and be transferred to Arles where you will embark Avalon Poetry II to begin your discovery of the Rhône and Saône Rivers. Spend overnight docked in Arles, where you can explore this charming town.

 
Avignon, France

Welcome to Avignon. Known as ‘The City of Popes’, this enchanting town is bursting with history, music and art. Discover the monumental palace, once the seat of seven popes, and explore the cellars of Chateauneuf-eu-Pape to taste this world-famous wine.

 
Viviers, France

Welcome to Viviers, a tiny village seemingly lost in the Middle Ages. As you explore the pale stone buildings of the Romanesque Cathedral and Old Town, you’ll see how Viviers was shaped by historical Christian, Roman and medieval influences.

 
Tain - L'Hermitage

Famous for its wine and chocolate, Tain L’Hermitage is a must-visit for foodies. Nearby is Tournon, one of France’s oldest medieval cities, complete with a 16th-century castle. 

 
Lyon, France

Welcome to Lyon, where the Rhone and Saone rivers meet. As you explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, be sure to take in the countless lively cafes, monuments and the prized Place des Terreaux.

 
Tournous and Chalon-sur-Saône, France

Arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône and 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.

 
Charlon-Sur-Saone, France

Farewell Charlon-Sur-Saone today as you disembark your river cruise or ask us about our flexible flights & extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail dates:
29 July 2025

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Upgrade to a Panorama Suite with Open Air Balcony from only $2499 pp
Upgrade to High Deck  Suite with Open Air Balcony from only $2699 pp

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily.  Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry.  Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges.  These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

** Low Deposit Policy
Some cruise lines may charge a higher deposit if upgrading from an interior stateroom or adding additional benefits. Your consultant will advise at time of booking. A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.


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