11 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Paris to Paris 2027(WPHQ)

Avalon Waterways River Cruise - Paris to Paris

Active & Discovery on the Seine with 2 Nights in Saint-Malo (Mont St. Michel Visit)

Starting from $5,650
Ship(s): Avalon Tapestry II
11 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Paris to Paris 2027 - WPHQ
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River Cruise Description

With a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active & Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port. History meets happiness as you decide how to savor the castles, croissants, châteaux, and chèvre of fabulous France from Paris to Normandy.

Our wide array of Classic, Discovery, and Active excursions puts you in the driver's seat of your vacation - whether that's a bicycle seat, kayak seat, or a front row seat at a culinary or cocktail workshop where you'll learn hands-on how to master the delightful delicacies this gastronomic country is known for. This is your tour de France. No matter how you choose to journey through it, monumental discoveries and moving experiences await at every turn.

Move.
Enjoy a little get-up-and-go on your cruising vacation when you:

*Say "oui" and "whee" on a bicycle tour through the heart of Paris. 
*Paddle a kayak past the timbered houses, 12th century castles and gothic church of charming Vernon. 
*Hop on an E-bike for a leisurely tour of the impressive Château de Maisons-Lafitte.

And be moved.
Get off the beaten path and relish the world when you:

*Whip up sweet Chantilly cream with the culinary experts on the even sweeter Chantilly Castle grounds.
*Stop and smell the roses as you stroll through the home and gardens of master impressionist Claude Monet.
*Shake it up at a Benedictine cocktail workshop at the palace where the world-famous liqueur is made. 

Plus, Classic sightseeing is always available in every port along the way.

Start sooner with a one-night hotel stay in Paris and two-night in Saint-Malo! Avalon Choice sightseeing and a visit to Mont St. Michel is the perfect highlight of your stay.

Activate your senses and discover a world of wonder in all-new, entirely "you" ways on your personal, passion-packed cruise along the Seine.

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Avalon Choice

Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. There are 3 types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:

Classic
Your local expert is ready to guide you through the history and heritage of local destinations. You'll marvel at the legends, lore, and spectacular architecture of iconic and historic sites.
Discovery
We've found inspiring and interactive activities to speak to your interests — from cooking classes, to painting workshops — to immerse yourself in each culture you explore.
Active
Embark on energetic excursions to keep you in motion and on the go — from a guided jogging tour of Amsterdam, to biking, paddling, and hiking your way through scenic locales.
  • Plus independent exploration options and use of Avalon's exclusive AvalonGO APP.

River Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 PARIS, FRANCE

Bienvenue en France!
Take free time today to fall in love with the world’s most romantic city. Get inspired by its architectural icons, exquisite cuisine, chic boutiques, and priceless artistic treasures.

Day 2 PARIS–HONFLEUR–SAINT-MALO

The Seine Begins
Classic
En route to Saint-Malo, stop for a visit to Honfleur as artists have done for centuries where the Seine River begins. . Discover the captivating old harbor, medieval Old Town, and coastal beauty of this charming village.
(B)

Day 3 SAINT-MALO. EXCURSION TO MONT ST. MICHEL

The Jewel of Normandy
Classic
Enjoy a Walking Tour of the walled city of Saint Malo, famous for its long history of pirates and heroes.
Classic
On the way to Le Havre, stop in Mont Saint Michel with a visit to the Abbey, one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
(B)

Day 4 SAINT MALO–CHARTRES–PARIS (EMBARKATION)

Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Classic
En route to Paris, stop for a visit to the 12th-century Notre-Dame de Chartres, one of the world’s most famous gothic cathedrals.
Tonight, enjoy dinner on board and explore your Suite Ship®.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LA ROCHE GUYON
(B,D)

Day 5 LA ROCHE GUYON

Monet’s Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crêpes du Jour
Active
Spend a fun and active day kayaking. Join an expert guide and paddle your way through areas accessible only by water, OR:
Discovery
Delight in 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:
Discovery
Take a Guided Tour to one of France’s most remarkable castles—Château de La Roche-Guyon, perched on the picturesque chalk cliffs overlooking the village of La Roche-Guyon; during the visit, enjoy a tasting of local products.
Discovery
While sailing, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crêpes.
This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys.
LES ANDELYS
Serenity on the Seine’s Most Beautiful Riverbends
Active
Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins of Château Gaillard—historic home of King Richard the Lionheart and a masterpiece of medieval military architecture, OR:
Classic
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys—one of France’s most picturesque spots on the Seine. Visit Saint Sauveur’s Church of Le Petit Andely.
Discovery
Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the days before and after the Normandy landing of D-Day.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CAUDEBEC
(B,L,D)

Day 6 CAUDEBEC. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY

Heroic Bravery on Normandy Beaches and White Cliffs of Normandy
Discovery
Travel to Fecamp to visit the Palais Bénédictine where the world-famous Bénédictine liquor is made. Enjoy a short Self-Guided Tour followed by a cocktail workshop focused on the famous liquor. Enjoy a photo stop in Étretat to capture breathtaking views over the cliffs of the Alabaster Coast en route back to Caudebec, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Visit to the WWII landing beaches of Normandy. Take a full-day tour of significant U.S. sites, including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery, OR:
Classic
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.
Enjoy onboard live entertainment after dinner, while sailing to Rouen
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROUEN
(B,L,D)

Day 7 ROUEN

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame, and a Heroine for France
Active
Pedal your way through hundreds of years of history on this Guided Bike Tour around Rouen, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Visit to the magnificent Musée des Beaux-Arts de Rouen to marvel at masterpieces in fine art. Be awed by one of the most outstanding collections of art in France—from the works of Rubens, Monet, Degas, and countless other masters, OR:
Classic
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Rouen—home of the martyred Saint Joan of Arc—and see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
In the afternoon, you're free to explore the city on your own.
Discovery
Enjoy a fascinating presentation on art and impressionism with an onboard lecture.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ROUEN
(B,L,D)

Day 8 ROUEN

Heritage and Nature
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Classic
Join a Guided Visit to the magnificent Château de Bonnemare, a Renaissance castle amid serene natural beauty in the heart of Normandy.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CONFLANS
(B,L,D)

Day 9 CONFLANS

The Footsteps of Van Gogh and Bonaparte
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Active
This Guided E-bike Tour will take you to the Château de Maisons-Lafitte where you will enjoy a special snack, OR:
Discovery
Prepare your own Chantilly cream on the grounds of Chantilly Castle, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Tour of Auvers-sur-Oise, and walk in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh, who lived, worked, and is buried here. See the landscapes and village scenes captured in his paintings, OR:
Classic
Take a Guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison—home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine.
Enjoy an afternoon sailing to Paris.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship after dinner.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS
(B,L,D)

Day 10 PARIS

Cafés, Cathedrals, and Canvases—The City of Lights Truly Shines
Active
Hop on a bike to explore Paris like a local on this enjoyable guided tour through its sights, mesmerizing history, and incredible ambiance, OR:
Discovery
Immerse yourself on our Food and Cultural Tour of Paris where you will find out why the French food and culinary tradition has been even added to the UNESCO heritage list, OR:
Classic
Join a Guided Sightseeing, which will show you magnificent must-see sights.
This afternoon, you may stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS
(B,L,D)

Day 11 PARIS (DISEMBARKATION)

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
(B)
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