Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in French Riviera for Jazz Lovers (Northbound) 2025
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of France, exploring the stunning French Riviera, historical cities, and charming villages. From the vibrant streets of Nice to the medieval wonders of Avignon and the gastronomic delights of Lyon, this journey offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and cuisine. Enjoy guided tours, wine tastings, and live entertainment as you sail along the picturesque Rhône and Saône rivers. With luxurious accommodations and delicious meals included, this tour promises an enriching and relaxing experience through one of the most beautiful regions in the world.
Included
2 nights in Nice
7 nights onboard cruise ship
Avalon Poetry II: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
Avalon Poetry II
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Elevator
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Nice
- Nice - Arrival day
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Welcome to France. Enjoy free time to discover the beauty of the spectacular French Riviera, which stretches along France’s Mediterranean coast from Toulon to the border of Italy.
Day 2 – Day 2: Nice
- Nice
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- #ILoveNICE
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The 'Queen of the French Riviera' awaits you. Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in Nice, exploring the narrow, winding streets and baroque churches of Vieux Nice, the old city that has remained largely unchanged since the 1700s. Meals: Breakfast.
Day 3 – Day 3: Arles
- Nice
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Your Suite Ship® is ready for boarding. Join a motorcoach transfer to board your Avalon Suite Ship. Overnight: Overnight docking in Arles. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 4 – Day 4: Arles to Avignon
- Arles
- Avignon
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- Arles Amphitheatre
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A Brush with Genius. Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. Choose from a power walk in Arles, a painting workshop in the style of Vincent van Gogh, or a guided walking tour of Arles including the Roman Amphitheater. Take free time to stop in Le Café Van Gogh for a glass of wine before sailing to Avignon. Enjoy live entertainment with a Jazz Band in the evening. Overnight: Overnight docking in Avignon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5 – Day 5: Avignon
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- Pont du Gard
- Palais des Papes
- Château de Grignan
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The City of Popes in Picturesque Provence. Take a guided sightseeing tour of the fortress city of Avignon, including a visit to the Palace of the Popes. Optional excursions include a visit to the ancient Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard or a trip to the famed wine cellars of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Explore Avignon on your own, capturing photos of the captivating countryside, historic monuments, and the medieval Pont Saint-Bénézet. Enjoy onboard live entertainment in the evening. Overnight: Overnight docking in Avignon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6 – Day 6: Viviers
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World History in a Charming French Country Village. Enjoy a leisurely morning sail to Viviers. Choose between a walk up to Vivier's hilltop Cathedral with your Adventure Host or a guided walking tour of Viviers, exploring its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town with historical Christian, Roman, and medieval influences. Overnight: Evening/Overnight cruise to Tournon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 7 – Day 7: Tournon to Vienne
Day 7: Tournon to Vienne
- Espace zoologique de Saint-Martin-la-Plaine
- Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière
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A Rendezvous with Castle Views and Vineyards. Join your Adventure Host for a morning hike in Tournon or take a guided walking tour of one of France’s oldest medieval cities, including its 16th-century castle. During your sail to Vienne, enjoy jazz entertainment onboard. In Vienne, join a guided walk through the charming hill town, including the cathedral, Archaeological Gardens of Cybèle, and Roman Temple of Augustus & Livia. Enjoy free time to attend the Vienne Jazz Festival in the evening. Overnight: Overnight docking in Vienne. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 8 – Day 8: Lyon
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- Place Bellecour
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Adventures in Food and Wine in the Gastronomy Capital of France. Join a guided sightseeing tour to survey Lyon from Fourvière Hill, explore the Old Town with its medieval alleyways, and visit the lively cafés, monuments, and famed fountain of Place des Terreaux. Enjoy the strains of Gypsy Jazz in the evening. Overnight: Evening/Overnight cruise to Tournus. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 9 – Day 9: Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saône
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Wine and Cheese on the Stunning Saône. Travel into the rolling landscapes of the Mâconnais region to learn about its world-famous Chardonnay vineyards and attend a wine-tasting in the cellars of a medieval castle. Later, enjoy a delicious cheese tasting onboard. Enjoy live entertainment in the evening. Overnight: Overnight docking in Chalon-sur-Saône. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 10 – Day 10: Chalon-sur-Saône
Day 10: Chalon-sur-Saône
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Flights should not leave Lyon airport before 8 am. Meals: Breakfast.
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