On this French river cruise, you’ll enjoy wine, cheese, beautiful scenery along the Seine River, and stops in charming and historical parts of France, but your adventure would not be complete without some time in Paris—one of the world’s most romantic and vibrant cities!
You can’t help but feel at home aboard an Avalon Suite Ship®. Avalon cruisers know that feeling aboard our intimate Suite Ships—not as another face in the crowd or a number on a guest list. That’s because our staff—from captain to crew to housekeeping to chefs—know the meaning of ‘You First’ when it comes to worldclass service. With a 3:1 guest-to-crew ratio, you’ll enjoy personalized VIP treatment delivered with a relaxed luxury that’s never stuffy—just home, sweet home.
With Avalon, the best parts of cruising aren’t upsold – they’re already yours. That's the Avalon difference. From the glass of wine in your hand to the Wi-Fi on your phone, from the sunrise yoga class to the storybook castle on your afternoon e-bike ride – it’s all built in. No nickel-and-diming. No surprises. With us, the best memories aren’t add-ons, they’re included.
Paris (Embarkation)
Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding
Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Your day is free to explore the world’s most romantic city before starting your cruise on the Seine. Get acquainted with the City of Light today with some shopping, strolling, or with a croissant and café au lait to watch the world go by amid the Parisian cityscape.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VERNON
Dinner Included
Les Andelys-Vernon
Monet’s Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crêpes du Jour
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
- Active Excursion
Explore Vernon's Chateau des Tourelles by foot with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Tour of Giverny, home and inspiration of the master impressionist painter Claude Monet. Walk the grounds and see Monet’s charming residence, and the flower and water gardens captured in his masterpieces*, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Visit to Bizy Castle—called “Normandy’s Versailles” for its magnificent courtyard, water garden, and stables.
- Discovery Excursion
While sailing, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crêpes, followed by a Pastry Demonstration.
This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys.
LES ANDELYS
Serenity on the Seine
- Active Excursion
Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins of Château Gaillard—historic home of King Richard the Lionheart**, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys—one of France’s most picturesque spots on the Seine.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CAUDEBEC
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
Caudebec
Ancient Abbeys Along the Seine
- Active Excursion
Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Trip along the Normandy Abbeys Route—where more than 100 medieval Benedictine and Augustine abbeys and churches were built along the Seine.
This afternoon, you may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the old seaside town of Honfleur.
- Discovery Excursion
Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the days before and after the Normandy landing of D-Day.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CAUDEBEC
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
Caudebec-Excursion to Normandy
Heroic Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions
- Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour of Normandy’s WWII landing beaches, visit significant U.S. sites, including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Take a full-day Guided Tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites, including the British cemetery, Pegasus Memorial, the seaside town of Arromanches, the Juno Beach Center, and the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Tour to get a taste of authentic tradition in the beautiful region of Normandy. Toast the day with a brandy tasting in Calvados.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
EVENING CRUISE TO ROUEN
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
Rouen
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame and a Heroine for France
- Active Excursion
Take a Guided Bike Tour to discover and explore the most famous monuments and the lesser known hidden gems of Rouen on two wheels, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Rouen—site of Saint Joan of Arc’s martyrdom—and see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CONFLANS
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
Conflans
The Footsteps of Van Gogh, Bonaparte, and Louis XIV
- Active Excursion
Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the Seine with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Join a Guided Visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, home and resting place of Vincent van Gogh, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Take a Guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison*—home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine.
Perhaps, join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Palace of Versailles—home to a succession of French kings.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.AFTERNOON/EVENING CRUISE TO PARIS
*Château de Malmaison is closed the 1st Sunday of each month. On these dates, this excursion will be replaced by a visit to Château de Chantilly.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
Paris
Cafés, Cathedrals and Canvases in the City of Light
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
- Active Excursion
Experience the Seine river by foot with your Adventure Host, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Discover the ancient heart of Paris on a captivating Guided Walk featuring the Palais-Royal, Louvre pyramid, ancient sites on Île de la Cité, the Left Bank, bustling Latin Quarter, and more, OR:
- Classic Excursion
Join a Guided City Tour featuring the iconic sites of Paris, which make the City of Light the most romantic and remarkable city in the world
Stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
Paris (Disembarkation)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast Included
- Comfort Collection Beds
- Luxurious mattress toppers
- Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- European-style duvets
- Soft & firm pillows
- Extra blankets
- Choice of bed configuration
- Nightly turn-down service
- Bedside tables with reading lamps
- Premium Hairdryer
- L'Occitane bath products
- Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
- Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 50 free movie options (t)
- Alarm clock
- Make-up mirror
- Direct-dial telephone
- Bathrobes & slippers
- Well-stocked minibar
- Complimentary filtered water
- In-room safe
- Individual climate control
- Elegant, contemporary design
- Large mirror in bathroom
- Marble countertops in bathroom
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
- 6-person sitting area
- Full shower with glass door
- Writing desk and chair
- Lighted makeup mirror
- Sofa
- Coffee table
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- One Queen-Sized Bed or Two Twins
- USB Ports
$4,451 per person
At 172 square feet, Avalon's Deluxe Staterooms are more spacious than the river cruise average (typically 150 square feet or less). Though compact in footprint, they're big on thoughtful design, smart storage, and inviting comfort.
Non-opening windows that are slightly above the waterline, offering river views.
$6,350 per person
The 200-square-foot Panorama Suites on the Avalon Tapestry II (Royal and Sapphire decks) feature wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that open 7 feet wide to create an "Open-Air Balcony". These suites are designed for scenic cruising, with beds positioned to face the window, offering 30% more space than the industry standard.
Airfare for this sailing date has not been released as of yet. Airfare doe get released about 330 days in advance, so when it does become available if you would like us to check airfare we would be more than happy to do so. ai
Looking to extend your stay or arrive early into Paris? Or maybe you want to cross another European City of your list? We would be more than happy to extend your trip and customize to your liking.
We offer our clients a complete Travel Protection Plan at an affordable rate. Your trip investment is considerable and valuable. Make sure to protect yourself and your investment by adding Travel Protection to every booking.
- Amazing memories await with a CanaryTravel! Group travel allows you to make new friends while exploring beautiful destinations together 🥰. Sharing experiences, inside jokes and memorable moments with your travel companions makes the trip all the more special.
- We have a dedicated agent that also travels with the group to help make a for seamless vacation and to help with any bumps that may pop up along the way.
*Deposit is based on two people in a stateroom and is non-refundable.. Please note that valid US Passport books will be required to travel and must be valid for at least 6 months post travel. Airfare is not included and will be additional. Once airfare is released we will reach out and be more than happy to book airfare or you may book airfare on your own. Optional insurance will be additional and highly suggested. Visas will be required for travel in 2027, we will send the necessary information once this is released.*
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Initial Deposit is a non-refundable $500 per stateroom*
Final Payment due May 19, 2027.