Avalon Poetry II
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Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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17 Night Grand France with 3 Nights in London (Northbound) Cruise and Land Tour from Arles

Ship: Avalon Poetry II
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 from Arles, France
Ended: Friday, Jun 12, 2026
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, May 26, 2026 departure of the Avalon Poetry II. If Avalon Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Tuesday - May 26, 2026
Arles, France
Arles, France
Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship is ready for boarding. Flights into Marseille must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be onboard ship by 5 pm. (Dinner)
Day 2 - Wednesday - May 27, 2026
Arles, France
Arles, France
Inspiring Sights and Avant-Garde Lights. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. Take free time to stop in Le Cafe Van Gogh for a glass of wine, before sailing to Avignon. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Thursday - May 28, 2026
Avignon, France
Avignon, France
The City of Popes in Picturesque Provence. Later, enjoy live onboard entertainment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Friday - May 29, 2026
Viviers, France
Viviers, France
World History in a Charming French Country Village. Enjoy a leisurely morning sail to Viviers. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Saturday - May 30, 2026
Tain L'Hermitage, France
Tain L'Hermitage, France
A Rendezvous with Castle Views and Vineyards. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. In the early afternoon cruise to Lyon. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Sunday - May 31, 2026
Lyon, France
Lyon, France
Adventures in Food and Wine in the Gastronomy Capital of France. Enjoy live entertainment while sailing to Tournus. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Monday - Jun 1, 2026
Tournus, France
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Wine and Cheese on the Stunning Saone. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon cruising along the majestic Saone River. Enjoy live entertainment onboard this evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Tuesday - Jun 2, 2026
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Chalon-sur-Saone, France
Cruise Ends
Bus Travel
Beaune, France
Bus Travel
Dijon, France
High-Speed Train Travel
Cruise Begins
Paris, France
Drive to Beaune and this afternoon, take a high-speed train from Dijon to Paris to board your Suite Ship. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 9 - Wednesday - Jun 3, 2026
Vernon, France
Vernon, France
Les Andelys, France
Monet's Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crepes du Jour. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys. LES ANDELYS: Serenity on the Seine. Please note: Monet's House is closed in March and November. During this period this excursion will be replaced with a Guided Tour of La Roche-Guyon and its castle. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Thursday - Jun 4, 2026
Caudebec-en-Caux , France
Caudebec-en-Caux , France
Ancient Abbeys Along the Seine. This afternoon, you may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the old seaside town of Honfleur. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Friday - Jun 5, 2026
Caudebec-en-Caux , France
Caudebec-en-Caux , France
Bus Travel
D-Day Beaches, France
Bus Travel
Caudebec-en-Caux , France
Heroic Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Saturday - Jun 6, 2026
Rouen, France
Rouen, France
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame, and a Heroine for France. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Sunday - Jun 7, 2026
Conflans, France
Conflans, France
The Footsteps of Van Gogh, Bonaparte, and Louis XIV. Perhaps, join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Palace of Versailles-home to a succession of French kings. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Monday - Jun 8, 2026
Paris, France
Paris, France
Cafes, Cathedrals, and Canvases in the City of Light. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. Stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary cafe on the Left Bank. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Tuesday - Jun 9, 2026
Paris, France
Paris, France
Cruise Ends
Eurostar Train Travel
Chunnel, United Kingdom
Eurostar Train Travel
London, United Kingdom
Say goodbye to the Avalon portion of your vacation after breakfast. An included transfer delivers you to the train station. Travel to London by high-speed Eurostar train (standard class). (Breakfast)
Day 16 - Wednesday - Jun 10, 2026
London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
England's Exciting Capital. (Breakfast)
Day 17 - Thursday - Jun 11, 2026
London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Free Time on the Thames. 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 for a tour of the magnificent State Apartments. 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. There are so many possibilities to make your stay unforgettable. (Breakfast)
Day 18 - Friday - Jun 12, 2026
London, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Jun 2, 2026(Tuesday) 9 Night Burgundy and Provence with 2 Nights in Paris (Southbound) and Land Tour
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Jun 2, 2026(Tuesday) 9 Night Burgundy and Provence with 2 Nights in Paris (Southbound) and Land Tour
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Jun 2, 2026(Tuesday) 11 Night Burgundy and Provence with 2 Nights in Paris and 2 Nights in French Riviera (Southbound) and Land Tour
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Jun 2, 2026(Tuesday) 11 Night Burgundy and Provence with 2 Nights in Paris and 2 Nights in French Riviera (Southbound) and Land Tour
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Jun 2, 2026(Tuesday) 7 Night Burgundy and Provence
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