Grand France with 3 Nights in London for Jazz Lovers (Northbound)

Welcome to France! Your adventure begins in the vibrant city of Marseille. Please ensure your flight arrives by 3 pm and board your Suite Ship by 5 pm. Settle in and prepare for an exciting journey as we set sail for Arles, where we'll dock overnight.

Start your day with a power walk in Arles, attend a painting workshop, or join a guided walking tour to explore the city's Roman Amphitheater. Enjoy some free time at Le Café Van Gogh before we sail to Avignon. In the evening, unwind with live jazz entertainment on board.

Enjoy a day at your leisure. Relax on board, explore the local area, or take part in optional activities. The choice is yours!

Spend a leisurely morning sailing to Viviers. Choose between a guided walk to the hilltop cathedral or a guided walking tour of the charming village. Marvel at the mix of historical Christian, Roman, and medieval influences before we cruise to Tournon for the night.

Explore Tournon on foot or join a guided walking tour to discover the city's 16th-century castle and Roman ruins. Enjoy jazz entertainment on board as we sail to Vienne. In the evening, attend the renowned Vienne Jazz Festival or explore the local bars and pubs.

Join a guided sightseeing tour of Lyon, exploring Fourvière Hill, the Old Town, and the lively Place des Terreaux. In the evening, enjoy the strains of Gypsy Jazz before we cruise to Tournus for the night.

Travel to the Mâconnais region, famous for its Chardonnay vineyards. Attend a wine tasting in the cellars of a medieval castle. Later, enjoy a cheese tasting on board as we sail to Chalon-sur-Saône for the night.

Visit the Hôtel-Dieu Charity Hospital in Beaune, a stunning example of French architecture. In the afternoon, take a high-speed train from Dijon to Paris, where you'll board your Suite Ship. We'll then cruise to Vernon for the night.

Explore Vernon's Chateau des Tourelles or take a guided tour of Giverny, the home of Claude Monet. Alternatively, visit Bizy Castle. Enjoy a traditional French luncheon and pastry demonstration on board as we cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys. Here, you can hike to the ruins of Château Gaillard or join a guided walking tour. We'll then cruise to Caudebec for the night.

Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the river or take a guided trip along the Normandy Abbeys Route, home to over 100 medieval Benedictine and Augustine abbeys and churches. In the afternoon, you may choose to visit the old seaside town of Honfleur. We'll dock in Caudebec for the night.

Join a guided tour of Normandy's WWII landing beaches or take a full-day guided tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites. Alternatively, join 'A Taste of Normandy' guided tour for an in-depth look at this rich agricultural region. In the evening, enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Rouen.

Take a guided bike tour or a guided walking tour of Rouen, home of the martyred Joan of Arc. Marvel at the city's 16th-century Astronomical Clock and the stunning Notre-Dame Cathedral. We'll then cruise to Conflans for the night.

Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the Seine or join a guided visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, the home and resting place of Vincent van Gogh. Alternatively, take a guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison, home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine. We'll then cruise to Paris for the night.

Experience the Seine river by foot or discover the ancient heart of Paris on a captivating guided walk. Alternatively, join a guided city tour that shows you the iconic sites of Paris, such as the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier, and the famous Champs-Élysées. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure in the city of light.

Bid farewell to your Avalon portion of your vacation after breakfast. An included transfer delivers you to the train station. Travel to London by high-speed Eurostar train. Welcome to England's exciting capital!

Enjoy a morning guided sightseeing tour including all of London's famous landmarks. Drive past the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall's mounted horseguards, the Prime Minister's Downing Street, Buckingham Palace, and Piccadilly Circus. Then, visit St. Paul's Cathedral, an iconic feature of London's skyline.

Enjoy a free day to explore this spectacular city at your own pace. You could take a flight on the London Eye for fantastic views over the city, or visit Windsor Castle. In the evening, see one of the dozens of celebrated West End shows, or enjoy dinner at a traditional London pub, followed by a relaxing nighttime cruise on the Thames River.

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. We hope you enjoyed your journey through France and England and look forward to welcoming you back on your next adventure.