Ever dream of wandering through Monet’s gardens… sipping wine in Burgundy… walking the same cobblestones Van Gogh painted… standing on the shores of Normandy… or ending your trip on the French Riviera with the Mediterranean sparkling right in front of you?

This August, I’m hosting something truly special — and you’re officially invited.

I’ll be sailing with Avalon Waterways on two back-to-back river cruises that glide through the heart of France. You can join me for one cruise, or go all-in and experience both, ending with extra days in the legendary French Riviera.

This is perfect for anyone who:
• wants to travel but also feel like they "know someone" on board
• wants luxury without stuffiness
• loves history, food, wine, breathtaking scenery, and easy travel
• wants an unforgettable European summer without the stress of planning a thing

Imagine waking up on a boutique river ship, stepping out onto your French Balcony, and watching mist rise over the Seine.

This first cruise takes you from Paris → Vernon → Giverny → Caudebec → Normandy Beaches → Rouen → Conflans → back to Paris.
📍 Highlights include (all from the official itinerary):
• Standing in Monet’s gardens in Giverny — yes, the water lilies.
• Walking along the hauntingly moving D-Day beaches at Normandy.
• Exploring Joan of Arc’s Rouen, medieval squares, and Gothic cathedrals.
• Visiting Van Gogh’s final home in Auvers-sur-Oise.
• Paris sightseeing your way — classic or hidden gems.

This sailing is pure romance, history, and postcard scenery every minute.

After Paris, we take a high-speed train to Dijon and board our second ship — and this is where France turns warm, golden, and magical.

This leg travels Chalon-sur-Saône → Tournus → Lyon → Tournon → Viviers → Avignon → Arles.

📍 Highlights include:
• Tasting Burgundy wines in one of the world’s most iconic wine regions.
• Exploring Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France.
• Wandering medieval villages, Roman ruins, and castles.
• Touring Avignon’s Palace of the Popes, a Gothic masterpiece.
• Visiting Arles, where Van Gogh painted masterpieces and Roman amphitheaters still stand.

This is Provence at its finest — food, wine, lavender fields, ancient history, and sunshine.

After disembarking in Arles, we head straight to the Mediterranean and spend days on the Riviera — Nice, seaside views, baroque streets, cafés, pastel sunsets.
📍 Including sightseeing in Aix-en-Provence and Nice, where you can wander the Old Town and stroll the Promenade des Anglais.

This extension is the dreamy exhale at the end of the trip — your elevated, sun-soaked reward.

• Anyone wanting a “know-someone-on-board” experience
• Couples
• Friends
• Solo travelers who want built-in community
• History lovers
• Foodies + wine lovers
• Photography enthusiasts
• Anyone needing a luxurious but EASY vacation

All pricing is based on double occupancy.
(You can absolutely bring a friend, a partner, or I can try to match you if needed!)

I’ll create the full pricing breakdown for:
• Cruise 1 only (Paris → Paris)
• Cruise 2 only (Beaune → Arles)
• The FULL Grand France experience with French Riviera stay

Just tell me which version you want.

I would love to have you travel with me.
Just message me and I’ll send the exact cabins available, pricing, and next steps.