Avalon Poetry II
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Seven Seas Suite (Forward)
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9 Night Active and Discovery on the Rhone with 2 Nights in Paris (Northbound) Cruise and Land Tour from Arles

Ship: Avalon Poetry II
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Sailed: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025 from Arles, France
Ended: Thursday, May 8, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025 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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9 Night Active and Discovery on the Rhone with 2 Nights in Paris (Northbound) Cruise and Land Tour from Arles
Day 1 - Tuesday - Apr 29, 2025
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. Evening sailing to Port-St-Louis. (Dinner)
Day 2 - Wednesday - Apr 30, 2025
Port Saint Louis du Rhone , France
Arles, France
Oysters and Flamingos in the Rhone Delta. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. Cruise to Arles to prepare for tomorrow's exciting activities. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Thursday - May 1, 2025
Arles, France
Arles, France
A Master Painter and a Matador in Provence. This afternoon, enjoy free time to shop, stroll, or just relax in a lovely park along Boulevard des Lices. Later, enjoy onboard live entertainment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Friday - May 2, 2025
Avignon, France
Avignon, France
Bike Pedals, Papal Palaces, and Perfumes in Provence. This afternoon, you may choose to join a Guided Optional Tour of the famed wine cellars of Chateauneuf-du-Pape for a wine tasting , or you may opt for a Guided Optional Excursion on a kayak through the waters at Pont du Gard-the highest of all elevated Roman aqueducts. You may choose to spend free time to explore Avignon-known as the heart of Provence. Take a leisurely stroll or a bike ride through the tree-lined streets and leafy squares within Avignon's medieval walls. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Saturday - May 3, 2025
Viviers, France
Viviers, France
River Gorge Kayaks, Underground Wines, and Ghost Stories. Sail through the soaring walls of the Bollene Lock on your way to Viviers. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Sunday - May 4, 2025
Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
Tournon-sur-Rhone, France
Chocolatiers and Railway Engineers. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Monday - May 5, 2025
Lyon, France
Lyon, France
A Festival of Colors, Aromas, and Taste. This afternoon, you might take an off-the-beaten-path Guided Optional Tour (Avalon exclusive) through private and public terraces for panoramic views of Lyon, starting on the roof of the Basilica de Fourviere. This evening, enjoy Lyon's vibrant nightlife on your own after a gala farewell dinner onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Tuesday - May 6, 2025
Lyon, France
Lyon, France
Cruise Ends
TGV Train Travel
Paris, France
This morning, say goodbye to your crew and board the TGV train to Paris. The rest of the day is free to explore the City of Lights at your leisure. Consider browsing along Paris' classic shopping avenues and literary cafes for a true Parisian experience. (Breakfast)
Day 9 - Wednesday - May 7, 2025
Paris, France
Paris, France
The City of Light. (Breakfast)
Day 10 - Thursday - May 8, 2025
Paris, France
Paris, France
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
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