Avalon Waterways Burgundy & Provence with 2 Nights in Paris, 3 Nights in Venice & 3 Nights in Rome (Northbound) (WLJ4)
16 Day River Cruise Port-Saint-Louis to Rome
Take a wondrous river cruise through beautiful France along the Rhône and Saône Rivers with guided sightseeing in the well-known French treasures and some hidden gems too!Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Port-Saint-Louis. On the Rhône River sits Arles, France—famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh and site of its 1st-century Roman Amphitheatre. On a guided tour of historical Avignon, see the 14th-century Palace of the Popes. The twin cities of Tournon and Tain l’Hermitage are beautifully nestled among vineyards. Take a guided walk of Tournon, a medieval treasure. Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, is a showcase of medieval and Renaissance architecture. No vacation in France would not be complete without a stay in Paris—one of the world’s most romantic and vibrant cities! Discover its true heart on a guided walk through the sites of Paris’ rich history, or take a tour to see the iconic sites of the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and more.Continue with your Monograms® vacation package with 3 days each in Venice and Rome. Your guided sightseeing in Venice includes St. Mark’s Square, inside visits of the Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; while in Rome visit St. Peter’s Square, and go inside the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Throughout your vacation in Italy, your Monograms Local Host® will be on hand with assistance and guidance when you need it!
Avalon Highlights & Sightseeing Day 1 Port St. Louis (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception Day 2 Arles: Choice of guided sightseeing, visit the Roman Amphitheatre, or painting workshop, or walk with your Adventure Host Day 3 Avignon: Guided sightseeing, visit Palace of the Popes Day 4 Viviers: Guided walk, visit the Old Town and the cathedral or walk with your Adventure Host Day 5 Tournon-Vienne: Choice of guided walk in Tournon or bike with your Adventure Host; choice of guided walk in Vienne or hike with your Adventure Host Day 6 Lyon: Guided sightseeing; picture stop on Fourvière Hill Day 7 Tournus–St. Jean de Losne: Cheese tasting on board Day 8 St. Jean de Losne (Disembarkation)-Beaune-Dijon-Paris: Visit the Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune; high-speed train from Dijon to Paris Day 9 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or 'Heart of Paris' walking tour to see Paris' historic sights Day 10 Paris-Venice, Italy: Flight to Venice Day 11 Venice: Guided sightseeing, visit St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs Day 12 Venice: Full day at leisure Day 13 Venice-Rome: Travel by high-speed train (first class) to Rome Day 14 Rome: Guided sightseeing, visit St. Peter's Square and Basilica, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum (if your sightseeing falls on Wednesday or Sunday when the Vatican Museums are closed, your alternate tour will include inside visits of the Pantheon, Colosseum and Roman Forum) Day 15 Rome: Full day at leisure Day 16 Rome: Your vacation ends this morning
Related Avalon Tours WLJ - Burgundy & Provence (Northbound) WLJ1 - With 2 Nights in Nice, 2 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London WLJ2 - With 2 Nights in Nice, 2 Nights in Paris, 3 Nights in Venice & 3 Nights in Rome WLJ3 - With 2 Nights in Paris & 3 in Nights London WLJ4 - With 2 Nights in Paris, 3 Nights in Venice & 3 Nights in Rome WLJE - With 2 Nights in Paris WLJQ - With 2 Nights in Nice WLJY - With 2 Nights in Nice & 2 Nights in Paris WJL - Burgundy & Provence (Southbound)
Itinerary (2023)Day 1 | PORT ST. LOUIS, FRANCE (EMBARKATION) | | Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for BoardingFlights into Marseille must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.EVENING CRUISE TO ARLES(D) | Day 2 | ARLES | | Inspiring Sights and Avant-Garde Lights Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.ACTIVE Get your daily dose of exercise through nordic walking in Arles with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY Attend a Painting Workshop to learn techniques of Vincent van Gogh. Create your own painting in the style of the legendary artist, OR:CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Walking Tour of Arles—the captivating city of the Provence region. You’ll visit the Roman Amphitheater in this visually stunning city.Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to the Carrières de Lumières (Cathedral of Images) a unique experience of art, sound, and light in the old quarries of Val d’Enfer.Take free time to stop in Le Café Van Gogh for a glass of wine, before sailing to Avignon. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNON(B,L,D) | Day 3 | AVIGNON | | The City of Popes in Picturesque Provence CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the fortress city of Avignon—with its ramparts encircling the city—and a visit to the amazing Palace of the Popes.Guided 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 for a true taste of the Rhône wine region. Explore Avignon on your own for the city’s art and culture, theatre, and museums. Be sure to snap photos of the captivating countryside, historic monuments, and the medieval Pont Saint-Bénézet. Later, enjoy onboard live entertainment. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AVIGNON(B,L,D) | Day 4 | VIVIERS | | World History in a Charming French Country VillageEnjoy a leisurely morning sail to Viviers.ACTIVE Walk your way up to Vivier's hilltop Cathedral with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Explore the pale-stone buildings of Viviers on a late afternoon Guided Walking Tour of this charming village. You’ll see its Romanesque cathedral and Old Town with a mix of historical Christian, Roman, and medieval influences.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TOURNON(B,L,D) | Day 5 | TOURNON | | A Rendezvous with Castle Views and VineyardsJoin your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.ACTIVE Bike along the Rhone river with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Take a morning Guided Walking Tour to explore Tournon—one of France’s oldest medieval cities. See its 16th-century castle, and Roman ruins between the Rhône River and the granite slopes of the Hermitage.In the late morning, cruise to Vienne. VIENNERoman and Middle Age History ACTIVE See Vienne from atop, hike up to a viewpoint with your Adventure Host, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of Vienne and discover this charming little town surrounded by steep hills.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LYON(B,L,D) | Day 6 | LYON | | La Vie En Rose in Lyon CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour to survey Lyon from Fourvière Hill with its numerous churches. You’ll also explore the Old Town with its maze of medieval alleyways, and the lively cafés, monuments, and famed fountain of Place des Terreaux.Spend free time riding a bike through Lyon’s town squares, over bridges, and along the banks where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet. Enjoy live entertainment while sailing to Tournus. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO TOURNUS(B,L,D) | Day 7 | TOURNUS–ST. JEAN DE LOSNE | | Wine and Cheese on the Stunning Saône Consider a Guided Optional Excursion to a Chardonnay wine cellar, or to the Castle of Cormatin. Alternatively enjoy a leisurely cruising morning along the majestic Saône River on your way to St. Jean de Losne.DISCOVERY Later, enjoy a delicious Cheese Tasting on board your ship.Enjoy live entertainment on board this evening. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ST. JEAN DE LOSNE(B,L,D) | Day 8 | ST. JEAN DE LOSNE (DISEMBARKATION)–BEAUNE–DIJON–PARIS | | Drive to Beaune and take a High-Speed Train from Dijon to Paris.CLASSIC Visit the Hôtel-Dieu Charity Hospital in Beaune, built in 1443, today home of the Van der Weyden’s painting of the Last Judgment and one of France’s architectural highlights.(B) | Day 9 | PARIS | | Cafés, Cathedrals and Canvases in the city of LightCLASSIC 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 Join a Guided City Tour that shows the iconic sites of Paris, such as the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier, and the famous Champs-Élysées.Spend your free time strolling through the Champs-Élysées for café au lait and croissants, see the exhibits at the Louvre and visit Montmartre’s Basilica of the Sacré Cœur. (B) | Day 10 | PARIS–VENICE, ITALY | | Say goodbye to the Avalon portion of your vacation after breakfast and fly to Venice. Your Monograms Local Host will be on hand to help you make the most of your time. (B) | Day 11 | VENICE | | Your Guided Sightseeing in Venice includes St. Mark’s Square, inside visits of the Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs.(B) | Day 12 | VENICE | | Your Local Host has many suggestions for your day at leisure.(B) | Day 13 | VENICE–ROME | | Travel by high-speed train (first class) to Rome (B) | Day 14 | ROME | | With your included Guided Sightseeing visit St. Peter’s Square, and go inside the Basilica, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and Roman Forum (if your sightseeing falls on Wednesday or Sunday when the Vatican Museums are closed, your alternate tour will include inside visits of the Pantheon, Colosseum and Roman Forum).(B) | Day 15 | ROME | | A full day at leisure in Rome. Your Local Hosts will be on hand to help you make the most of your time. (B) | Day 16 | ROME | | Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.(B) |
Avalon Pricing Details Gateway city for arrivals is Marseille.Port charges:$196Gratuities to Local Guides & Excursion Drivers are included on Avalon portion only.Avalon offers the opportunity for solo travelers to sail with no single supplement (subject to availability).Please call for single accommodation price. Triples not available.
Avalon Notes - In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
- Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
- Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
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