Avalon Waterways – Wine Lover’s River Cruise
November 9 to 16, 2027
Departing from Lyon and Return to Marseille, France
A River Cruise for Wine Lovers
Take a delightful river cruise, with Avalon Waterways, through France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! Take in the beautiful countryside, quaint villages, and towns, as you sail through the most captivating views of France.
A Certified Sommelier will accompany you on your French river cruise with presentations, tastings, and wine pairings along the way.
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| Date | Ports | Arrival | Departure | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2026 | Chalon-Sur-Saone, France | – | 5:00 PM | Boarding |
| Nov 9, 2027 | Tournus | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 10, 2027 | Lyon | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 11, 2027 | Lyon | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 12, 2027 | Tournon | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 13, 2027 | Viviers | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 14, 2027 | Avignon | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 15, 2027 | Arles | – | – | Docked |
| Nov 16, 2027 | Arles, France | 8:00am | – | Disembarkation |
Activities Included on Your Cruise
- Avalon Choice Excursions: Options include active (biking/hiking), discovery (cooking/painting), and classic (sightseeing) tour
- Sky Deck with Premium Lounge Chairs
- Whirlpool, Shade Awnings, Outdoor deck game area & Outside viewing deck
- Wall to Wall panoramic windows
- Virtual DJ system playing music on select nights
- Local evening entertainment on select nights
- Library with board games
- Covered Observation lounge
- Club Lounge with 24 hour self serve beverage station and snacks
Ports of Call
FRANCE
What’s Included
- Accommodations
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Beer and wine with lunch & dinner
- Complimentary Cappuccinos, lattes, tea, premium coffees and treats throughout the day
- Cocktails at Happy hour
- Sommelier lead wine tastings and pairings
- Wi-fi
- Gratuities
- Choice of classic, active or discovery excursions in each port
- Complimentary headsets for excursions
- Taxes and port fees
What’s Not Included
- Roundtrip International Flights
- Pre or post travel/hotels
- Alcohol (when not included)
- Travel Insurance
- Transfers to and from ship
- Additional Excursions
| Cabin View | Cabin Type | Price | Location |
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Panoramic Suite | $5,355 per person until July 31st After July 31st, $6,105 per person |
Sapphire Deck Aft |
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Deluxe Stateroom | $3,256 per person until July 31st After July 31st, $4,006 per person |
Lower Deck |
Non-Refundable Deposit: $250 per person
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Book by: July 31, 2026 for the best rates!
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Final Payment Due: ??
Pricing in Canadian Dollars. Based on double occupancy.(Monthly or quarterly payments can be made at no additional cost.)
Pricing in Canadian Dollars. Based on double occupancy.(Monthly or quarterly payments can be made at no additional cost.)
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