Paris to Normandy

7 nights from £2,911pp departing Tuesday 31st Oct 2028

This fabulous river cruise combines time in France’s unparalleled capital of Paris with beautiful scenery along the Seine River and the picturesque and historical region of Normandy.

Embark on your adventure in Paris and sail to Vernon, where you’ll choose between two exciting guided visits—Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny or the remarkable Bizy Castle, known as “Normandy’s Versailles.” You may choose to go on an excursion to the historic Normandy Landing Beaches, including Omaha Beach, the Point du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery. In Rouen, best known ...

On this French river cruise, you’ll enjoy wine, cheese, beautiful scenery along the Seine River, and stops in charming and historical parts of France, but your adventure would not be complete without some time in Paris—one of the world’s most romantic and vibrant cities! Discover the true heart of Paris on a guided walk through the sites of Paris’ rich history, or take a tour showing you the iconic sites of this enchanting city..

A Classic Journey, Season by Season.From summer’s vibrant Parisian energy to the softer tones of spring and fall, this journey along the Seine offers something special in every season. Depending on when you sail, you can enjoy Paris in Bloom on Île Saint Louis, marvel at Rouen Cathedral’s summer light show, or explore the world of Paris Fashion Week with guided walks and onboard lectures.Changing light, riverside scenery, and a more relaxed pace bring fresh perspectives to both the City of Light and Normandy’s historic shores. Enjoy the same route, revealed through the unique lens of the season you set sail.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	31st31	OctOct	202828	Paris, France, embark on the Avalon Tapestry II
PARIS, FRANCE (EMBARKATION) Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Your day is free to explore the world’s most romantic city before starting your cruise on the Seine. Get acquainted with the City of Light today with some shopping, strolling, or with a croissant and café au lait to watch the world go by amid the Parisian cityscape. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VERNON
	1st01	NovNov	202828	Vernon, France
VERNON Monet’s Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crêpes du Jour Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host. ACTIVE Take a Guided Bike Tour through the picturesque Normandy countryside from Vernon to Giverny, ending with a visit to Monet’s enchanting gardens and home, OR: CLASSIC Take 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: CLASSIC Join a Guided Visit to Bizy Castle—called “Normandy’s Versailles” for its magnificent courtyard, water garden, and stables. DISCOVERY While sailing, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crêpes, followed by a Pastry Demonstration. This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys. LES ANDELYS Serenity on the Seine ACTIVE Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins of Château Gaillard—historic home of King Richard the Lionheart, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys—one of France’s most picturesque spots on the Seine. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CAUDEBEC Monet’s House is closed in March and November. During this period, this excursion will be replaced with a Guided Tour of La Roche-Guyon and its castle ** This excursion will not be operated in November
	2nd02	NovNov	202828	Caudebec-en-Caux, France
CAUDEBEC Ancient Abbeys Along the Seine ACTIVE Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided Trip along the Normandy Abbeys Route—where more than 100 medieval Benedictine and Augustine abbeys and churches were built along the Seine. This afternoon, you may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the old seaside town of Honfleur. DISCOVERY Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the days before and after the Normandy landing of D-Day. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CAUDEBEC
	3rd03	NovNov	202828	Caudebec-en-Caux, France
CAUDEBEC. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Normandy’s WWII landing beaches, visit 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 (until the end of May replaced with a visit to the D-Day Museum), the seaside town of Arromanches, the Juno Beach Center, and the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to get a taste of authentic tradition in the beautiful region of Normandy. Toast the day with a brandy tasting in Calvados. EVENING CRUISE TO ROUEN
	4th04	NovNov	202828	Rouen, France
ROUEN The Cathedral of Notre-Dame and a Heroine for France ACTIVE Take a Guided Bike Tour to discover and explore the most famous monuments and the lesser known hidden gems of Rouen on two wheels, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of Rouen—site of Saint Joan of Arc’s martyrdom—and see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CONFLANS
	5th05	NovNov	202828	Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, France
CONFLANS The Footsteps of Van Gogh, Bonaparte, and Louis XIV ACTIVE Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the Seine with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, home and resting place of Vincent van Gogh, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison—home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine. Perhaps, join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Palace of Versailles—home to a succession of French kings. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship. AFTERNOON/EVENING CRUISE TO PARIS Château de Malmaison is closed the 1st Sunday of each month. On these dates, this excursion will be replaced by a visit to Château de Chantilly
	6th06	NovNov	202828	Paris, France
PARIS Cafés, Cathedrals and Canvases in the City of Light Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities. ACTIVE Experience the Seine river by foot with your Adventure Host, OR: CLASSIC 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 featuring the iconic sites of Paris, which make the City of Light the most romantic and remarkable city in the world. Stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank. OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS
	7th07	NovNov	202828	Paris, France, disembark the Avalon Tapestry II
PARIS (DISEMBARKATION) Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.

Avalon Tapestry II

Launch Year

2015

Tonnage

2,022

Capacity

130

Cabins

Accessible

Sky Deck

Royal Deck

Sapphire Deck

Indigo Deck

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Panorama Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
B	Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft)	£4,510	£4,510
A	Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward)	£4,560	£4,560
P	Panorama Suite (Royal Deck)	£4,610	£4,610

Room Features

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium hairdryer
L'Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 50 free movie options
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary filtered water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Elegant, contemporary design
Large mirror in bathroom
Marble countertops in bathroom
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
6-person sitting area
Full shower with glass door
Writing desk and chair
Lighted makeup mirror
Sofa
Coffee table
Complimentary Wi-Fi
One Queen-Sized Bed or Two Twins
USB Ports

Royal Suite

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
S	Royal Suite	£6,010	£6,010

Room Features

Comfort Collection Beds
Luxurious mattress toppers
Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
European-style duvets
Soft & firm pillows
Extra blankets
Choice of bed configuration
Nightly turn-down service
Bedside tables with reading lamps
Premium hairdryer
L'Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flatscreen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 50 free movie options
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked minibar
Complimentary filtered water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Elegant, contemporary design
Large mirror in bathroom
Marble countertops in bathroom
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Window with Open-Air Balcony
6-person sitting area
Full shower with glass door
Writing desk and chair
Lighted makeup mirror
Sofa
Coffee table
Double sinks
Complimentary Wi-Fi
USB Ports
One King-Sized Bed or Two Twins

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Dining Room

The ship’s main venue is the Dining Room situated on the Sapphire deck. With an elegantly simple design, you can enjoy a full buffet breakfast or lunch with special options for those who wish to eat lightly, and delicious four-course dinners in the evening.

AVALON FRESH

With our exclusive Avalon Fresh menu, you can take an indulgent cruise without drifting from your healthy habits. From energizing juices at breakfast to artfully crafted salads at lunch to high-protein plates at dinner, Avalon Fresh options—including vegetarian and vegan specialties—are available at every meal so you can guiltlessly partake in creative cuisine without sacrificing great taste.

Room Service

Room service is available for Continental breakfast & beverages.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Observation Lounge

The Observation Lounge on the Royal Deck, gives guests a prime view to enjoy the premium spirits.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

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Holiday Summary

	7 nights cruising on the Seine
	Beer, wine & soft drinks at lunch & dinner
	One complimentary shore excursion In every port
	Free Wi-Fi Included
	Exclusive special events
	Speciality wine pairing meal @ Panorama Bistro
	Bikes for passenger use
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£2,911pp
E	Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Forward)	£2,911pp
D	Avalon Deluxe Stateroom (Indigo Deck Aft)	£2,911pp

Suite staterooms from		£4,510pp
P	Panorama Suite (Royal Deck)	£4,610pp
A	Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Forward)	£4,560pp
B	Panorama Suite (Sapphire Deck Aft)	£4,510pp
S	Royal Suite	£6,010pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Tue 18th Aug 202618 Aug 26	1,976	2,626
Tue 18th Aug 202618 Aug 26	2,325	2,975
Tue 18th Aug 202618 Aug 26	2,325	2,975
Tue 18th Aug 202618 Aug 26	2,325	2,975
Tue 18th Aug 202618 Aug 26	2,325	2,975
Tue 18th Aug 202618 Aug 26	2,325	2,975
Tue 25th Aug 202625 Aug 26	Please call for availability
Tue 1st Sep 202601 Sep 26	Please call for availability
Tue 8th Sep 202608 Sep 26	Please call for availability
Tue 29th Sep 202629 Sep 26	Please call for availability
Tue 6th Oct 202606 Oct 26	Please call for availability
Tue 13th Oct 202613 Oct 26	Please call for availability
Tue 20th Oct 202620 Oct 26	Please call for availability
Tue 27th Oct 202627 Oct 26	Please call for availability
Tue 3rd Nov 202603 Nov 26		2,900
Tue 17th Nov 202617 Nov 26		2,101
Tue 17th Nov 202617 Nov 26		2,400
Tue 17th Nov 202617 Nov 26		2,400
Tue 17th Nov 202617 Nov 26		2,400
Tue 17th Nov 202617 Nov 26		2,400
Tue 17th Nov 202617 Nov 26		2,400
Tue 30th Mar 202730 Mar 27	2,151	2,601
Tue 30th Mar 202730 Mar 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 30th Mar 202730 Mar 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 30th Mar 202730 Mar 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 30th Mar 202730 Mar 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 30th Mar 202730 Mar 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 6th Apr 202706 Apr 27	3,439	5,038
Tue 13th Apr 202713 Apr 27	3,415	5,014
Tue 20th Apr 202720 Apr 27	3,491	5,090
Tue 18th May 202718 May 27	4,247	5,846
Tue 25th May 202725 May 27	4,247	5,846
Tue 1st Jun 202701 Jun 27	4,167	5,766
Tue 8th Jun 202708 Jun 27	4,067	5,666
Tue 29th Jun 202729 Jun 27	Please call for availability
Tue 6th Jul 202706 Jul 27	3,015	4,614
Tue 20th Jul 202720 Jul 27	2,201	3,051
Tue 20th Jul 202720 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 20th Jul 202720 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 20th Jul 202720 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 20th Jul 202720 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 20th Jul 202720 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 27th Jul 202727 Jul 27	2,201	3,051
Tue 27th Jul 202727 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 27th Jul 202727 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 27th Jul 202727 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 27th Jul 202727 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 27th Jul 202727 Jul 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 3rd Aug 202703 Aug 27	2,201	3,051
Tue 3rd Aug 202703 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 3rd Aug 202703 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 3rd Aug 202703 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 3rd Aug 202703 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 3rd Aug 202703 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 10th Aug 202710 Aug 27	2,201	3,051
Tue 10th Aug 202710 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 10th Aug 202710 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 10th Aug 202710 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 10th Aug 202710 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 10th Aug 202710 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 17th Aug 202717 Aug 27	2,201	3,051
Tue 17th Aug 202717 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 17th Aug 202717 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 17th Aug 202717 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 17th Aug 202717 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 17th Aug 202717 Aug 27	2,600	3,450
Tue 24th Aug 202724 Aug 27	3,167	4,766
Tue 31st Aug 202731 Aug 27	3,743	5,342
Tue 7th Sep 202707 Sep 27		5,842
Tue 14th Sep 202714 Sep 27	4,043	5,642
Tue 5th Oct 202705 Oct 27	3,991	5,590
Tue 12th Oct 202712 Oct 27	3,615	5,214
Tue 19th Oct 202719 Oct 27	3,663	5,262
Tue 26th Oct 202726 Oct 27	2,151	2,601
Tue 26th Oct 202726 Oct 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 26th Oct 202726 Oct 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 26th Oct 202726 Oct 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 26th Oct 202726 Oct 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 26th Oct 202726 Oct 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 2nd Nov 202702 Nov 27	3,211	4,810
Tue 9th Nov 202709 Nov 27	2,151	2,601
Tue 9th Nov 202709 Nov 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 9th Nov 202709 Nov 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 9th Nov 202709 Nov 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 9th Nov 202709 Nov 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 9th Nov 202709 Nov 27	2,450	2,900
Tue 16th Nov 202716 Nov 27	2,283	3,882
Tue 21st Mar 202821 Mar 28	2,911	4,510
Tue 28th Mar 202828 Mar 28	3,063	4,662
Tue 4th Apr 202804 Apr 28	3,139	4,738
Tue 11th Apr 202811 Apr 28	3,515	5,114
Tue 18th Apr 202818 Apr 28	3,591	5,190
Tue 9th May 202809 May 28	3,967	5,566
Tue 16th May 202816 May 28	3,767	5,366
Tue 23rd May 202823 May 28	3,967	5,566
Tue 30th May 202830 May 28	4,067	5,666
Tue 6th Jun 202806 Jun 28	3,967	5,566
Tue 13th Jun 202813 Jun 28	3,967	5,566
Tue 4th Jul 202804 Jul 28	3,215	4,814
Tue 11th Jul 202811 Jul 28	3,215	4,814
Tue 18th Jul 202818 Jul 28	3,215	4,814
Tue 25th Jul 202825 Jul 28	3,215	4,814
Tue 1st Aug 202801 Aug 28	3,215	4,814
Tue 8th Aug 202808 Aug 28	3,215	4,814
Tue 15th Aug 202815 Aug 28	3,291	4,890
Tue 22nd Aug 202822 Aug 28	3,367	4,966
Tue 29th Aug 202829 Aug 28	3,643	5,242
Tue 5th Sep 202805 Sep 28	3,943	5,542
Tue 12th Sep 202812 Sep 28	4,043	5,642
Tue 19th Sep 202819 Sep 28	3,943	5,542
Tue 10th Oct 202810 Oct 28	3,615	5,214
Tue 17th Oct 202817 Oct 28	3,463	5,062
Tue 24th Oct 202824 Oct 28	3,111	4,710
Tue 14th Nov 202814 Nov 28	2,483	4,082