France in Full Color: From Van Gogh’s Arles 🎨 to the Vineyards of Burgundy 🍷

Each day, you can pick from Active, Discovery, or Classic excursions — so whether you’re in the mood for hiking, wine tasting, or strolling through medieval streets, the choice is yours.

🌿 Active
🚶‍♀️ Power Walk through Van Gogh’s Arles with your Adventure Host
🚴‍♂️ Bike ride through Lyon’s bridges and riverbanks
⛰ Morning hike through Tournon, one of France’s oldest medieval towns

🎨 Discovery
🖌 Paint in the style of Vincent van Gogh at a hands-on workshop
🍷 Wine tasting in a medieval castle’s cellars in the Mâconnais region
🧀 Onboard French cheese pairing led by local experts

🏛 Classic
🏟 Guided tour of Arles, including the Roman Amphitheater
👑 Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes and walled fortress city
⛪ Stroll Viviers’ Romanesque cathedral and Old Town

No matter your travel style, every day brings a new way to experience the history, flavors, and charm of southern France.

🌅 Floor-to-ceiling Open-Air Balconies in Panorama Suites
🍷 Locally inspired dining in the Panorama Bistro
🥂 Complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks with lunch/dinner
📶 Starlink Wi-Fi, fitness center, and Sky Deck whirlpool
⚓ Relaxed yet polished atmosphere — just the right balance of comfort and elegance

I’ll be on this very sailing — July 21–28, 2026 — experiencing Provence and Burgundy right alongside you. Think Roman ruins in Arles, the wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and the food capital of Lyon. If you’ve ever thought about river cruising through France, this is the perfect chance to do it… and yes, you’ll even spot me on deck with a glass of Rhône Valley wine in hand.

🛏️ Accommodations, dining, and daily excursions
💰 Gratuities (a $146 per person value, already included!)
🍷 Beer, wine, and soft drinks with meals
📶 Wi-Fi, onboard entertainment, and port charges

✈️ Airfare (available separately — ask me about options)
🚐 Airport transfers (if flights not booked with Avalon)
🛡️ Travel protection (recommended)
🎟 Optional excursions, personal expenses

💡 Exclusive group rates include gratuities ($146 pp value) + $1,500 savings already built in.

💙 Deluxe Stateroom (Cat. D, E) – 172 sq. ft. – Indigo Deck
From $3,430 per person

💎 Panorama Suite (Cat. A, B, P) – 200 sq. ft. – Sapphire & Royal Decks
From $5,229 per person

👑 Royal Suite (Cat. S) – 300 sq. ft. – Royal Deck
From $7,129 per person

All rates are per person, based on double occupancy. Port charges are included. Travel protection additional.
Space is limited and once the group block is gone, pricing reverts to Avalon’s published rates.

👉 Ready to Plan? Schedule a Call Here 👈

☀️ French Riviera Extension (Pre-Cruise)
Begin your adventure with two nights on the glittering Mediterranean coast. Soak up the sunshine, stroll seaside promenades, and enjoy the laid-back glamour of the Riviera before boarding your Avalon Suite Ship® in Arles.

❤️ Paris Extension (Post-Cruise)
End your vacation with two unforgettable nights in the City of Light. Snap photos of the Eiffel Tower, wander charming neighborhoods, and sip a café crème at a sidewalk café — the perfect finale to your French river cruise.

Travel is full of excitement—but even the best-planned vacations can hit unexpected bumps. From flight delays and lost luggage to last-minute cancellations or medical emergencies, travel protection gives you peace of mind when it matters most.

Here’s what travel protection can help with:

• Trip cancellations or interruptions
• Emergency medical coverage
• Baggage delays or loss
• Travel delays (meals, hotels, transport)
• 24/7 Travel Assistance

Bottom line? Travel protection helps safeguard your investment—and your peace of mind—so you can focus on what really matters: enjoying your trip.

🛡️ A personalized travel protection quote will be sent within 48 hours of booking and deposit payment.

I’d love to chat with you about this Avalon Waterways cruise and how it could fit your travel plans. In our call, we’ll go over the cruise, your travel style, and any extras you’d like to include — from flights to hotels to pre- and post-stays.

I work on a professional planning fee, based on how much support you’d like — whether it’s just the cruise or a fully tailored trip. I'll confirm the fee after our consult to get to know the extent of the planning we will do together.