A Culinary Experience in Burgundy & Provence (Northbound)

From $4,630 per person

8 days

Ship: Avalon Poetry II

Avalon Waterways

Take a wondrous journey through beautiful views of France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too! Embark your ship in Arles—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and its 1st-century Roman Amphitheater, which hosts plays and concerts to this day. On a guided tour of historical Avignon, see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes—the largest gothic fortress in the world. The city of Tournon is beautifully nestled among vineyards and you’ll go on a guided walk of this medieval treasure with plenty of Roman ruins and a fascinating 16th-century castle. Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital sits at the junction of the Rhône and Saône Rivers and is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. Visit the popular Place des Terreaux and stand in front of the famous fountain you’ve seen on postcards.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Mar. 31, 2026, Tue. - Arles
  • Day 2 - Apr. 1, 2026, Wed. - Arles
  • Day 3 - Apr. 2, 2026, Thu. - Avignon
  • Day 4 - Apr. 3, 2026, Fri. - Viviers
  • Day 5 - Apr. 4, 2026, Sat. - Tain L'Hermitage
  • Day 6 - Apr. 5, 2026, Sun. - Lyon
  • Day 7 - Apr. 6, 2026, Mon. - Tournus–Chalon-Sur-SaôNe
  • Day 8 - Apr. 7, 2026, Tue. - Chalon-Sur-SaôNe

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - March 31, 2026

Arles

Day 2 - April 01, 2026

Arles

Day 3 - April 02, 2026

Avignon

Day 4 - April 03, 2026

Viviers

Day 5 - April 04, 2026

Tain L'Hermitage

Day 6 - April 05, 2026

Lyon

Day 7 - April 06, 2026

Tournus–Chalon-Sur-SaôNe

Day 8 - April 07, 2026

Chalon-Sur-SaôNe

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