2012 Jazz River CruisesLet Avalon transport you to a symphony of destinations! On our Jazz Cruise, you will attend a performance at the Jazz Festival in Vienne, an annual event on the world jazz scene. There will be lectures onboard about the history of Jazz in France, Jazz performances onboard, a visit to a local club for a concert and opportunities to explore the Jazz scene on your own in port cities.
Burgundy & Provence Jazz River Cruise
11 days from Côte d'Azur to Paris - June 24, 2012
Opportunities abound on this grand vacation to learn about France and to taste its sumptuous wines and cuisine. Your adventure begins with an overnight in the stunning Côte d'Azur on the French Riviera. Then travel to Port St. Louis in the Provence region to board your ship and sail north up the scenic Rhône and Saône Rivers. Along the way, explore Arles, Avignon, charming Viviers, medieval Tournon, Vienne, France's gastronomic capital of Lyon, as well as Mâcon, Tournus, Chalon-sur-Saône, and fascinating Beaune. Your vacation ends in Paris with two overnights, guided sightseeing, and free time to explore the remarkable "City of Light" on your own! You're sure to return home from this vacation with lots of memories and photos to share.
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Grand France Jazz River Cruise
16 days from Côte d'Azur to Paris - June 24, 2012
This fantastic cruise vacation showcases France's breathtaking scenery, amazing history, and exciting variety. Your adventure begins in the stunning Côte d'Azur on the French Riviera, then travel to Port St. Louis to board your ship and sail north up the scenic Rhône and Saône Rivers. Along the way, explore Arles, Avignon, delightful Viviers, medieval Tournon, charming Vienne, France's gastronomic capital of Lyon, as well as Mâcon, Tournus, Chalon-sur-Saône, and fascinating Beaune. In Paris, embark your second cruise ship and spend two overnights in Paris with sightseeing of some of the famous sites. Then begin your journey along the Seine River into the picturesque Normandy region. Choose between a guided excursion to Vincent van Gogh's Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine's elegant Château de Malmaison. Next up: your choice of a guided visit of Claude Monet's stunning gardens at Giverny or magnificent Bizy Castle. On to Joan of Arc's historic Rouen, where you choose between an included excursion to Normandy's historic landing beaches or an interesting "Taste of Normandy." Continue to Les Andelys, home of dramatic Château Gaillard, with free time to explore on your own. Return to Paris for the conclusion of your magnifique cruise vacation.
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