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WINE RIVER CRUISE (FRANCE)
JULY 02 TO 09, 2024
COUPLES ONLY - ALL INCLUSIVE
LYON - TAIN L'HERMITAGE / TOURNON-VIVIERS - AVIGNON - ARLES - PORT SAINT LOUIS
Rhone Wine River Cruise 2024 is a relaxed blend of luxury, sensuality, and comfort, ideal for travelers who want to see Europe in a sexy way and do it in style.
A Truly all-inclusive Cruise, your cabin, all meals & snacks, dedicated butler service, WiFi, and unlimited beverages alcoholic and non-alcoholic, elegantly appointed cabins, including beautiful Open-Air Balcony Panoramic Suites, unmatched excursions, culinary and wine pairings from the region and all-inclusive, this is the intimate cruise you’ve been waiting for.
*Erotic entertainment
*International DJ’s
*Sensual Playroom
*Sexy Theme Nights
You don’t need to leave the ship to glimpse the rolling landscapes of the French countryside.

SUITES & STATEROOMS
Deluxe Stateroom AFT
172 sq. ft.
INDIGO DECK
Features unique to this category:
Two bay windows
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
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flat Screen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked mini bar
Complimentary filtered water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Elegant, contemporary design
Large mirror in bathroom
Two windows
Full shower with glass door
Writing desk and chair
Lighted makeup mirror
Complimentary Wi-Fi
One Queen-Sized Bed or Two Twins
USB Ports
$4799.5 USD per person
More Info
All Cabins will have a one-time additional charge of $450.00 p/p; this fee will be added to the last installment to cover Port Charges, Taxes, Document Fees, Gratuities, Administration, and Security Fees.
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Deluxe Stateroom
172 sq. ft.
INDIGO DECK
Features unique to this category:
Two bay windows
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
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flat Screen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
Alarm clock
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked mini bar
Complimentary filtered water
In-room safe
Individual climate control
Elegant, contemporary design
Large mirror in bathroom
Two windows
Full shower with glass door
Writing desk and chair
Lighted makeup mirror
Complimentary Wi-Fi
One Queen-Sized Bed or Two Twins
USB Ports
More Info
All Cabins will have a one-time additional charge of $450.00 p/p; this fee will be added to the last installment to cover Port Charges, Taxes, Document Fees, Gratuities, Administration, and Security Fees.
$4999 USD per person
Panorama Suite- Sapphire Deck
Panorama Suite
200 sq. ft. SAPPHIRE DECK
Features unique to this category:
Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window measuring 11′- 50% larger than the industry standard
Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air-Balcony
Open-Air-Balcony with spacious sitting area
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
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flat Screen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked mini bar
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
More Info
All Cabins will have a one-time additional charge of $450.00 p/p; this fee will be added to the last installment to cover Port Charges, Taxes, Document Fees, Gratuities, Administration, and Security Fees.
$6249 USD per person
Panorama Suite- Royal Deck
Panorama Suite
200 sq. ft. ROYAL DECK
Features unique to this category:
Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window measuring 11′- 50% larger than the industry standard
Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air-Balcony
Open-Air-Balcony with spacious sitting area
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
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flat Screen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked mini bar
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
More Info
All Cabins will have a one-time additional charge of $450.00 p/p; this fee will be added to the last installment to cover Port Charges, Taxes, Document Fees, Gratuities, Administration, and Security Fees.
$6499 USD per person
Royal Suite
300 sq. ft.
ROYAL DECK
Features unique to this category:
Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window measuring 11′- 50% larger than the industry standard
Wall-to-wall Panoramic Window opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air-Balcony
Open-Air-Balcony with spacious sitting area
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
Hairdryer
L’Occitane bath products
Spacious 3-door closets with shelves for ample storage
Easy under-bed luggage storage
Flat Screen satellite TV with English-speaking channels & over 100 free movie options
Alarm clock
Make-up mirror
Direct-dial telephone
Bathrobes & slippers
Well-stocked mini bar
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
$14,000 USD per person
ITINERARY

Day 1 Lyon (Embarkation):Onboard welcome reception; evening guided tour of Lyon
Day 2 Lyon:Choice of culinary tour, or guided urban hike, or cooking class
Day 3 Tain l’Hermitage/Tournon-Viviers:Choice of rail-bike tour along the Gorges du Doux, or guided hike in the vineyards, or guided tour of Tournon, or tour of the Valrhona factory and museum; Lyonnaise specialties cooking demonstration; evening guided tour in Viviers
Day 4 Viviers-Avignon: In Avignon choice of guided kayak trip down the Gorges de l’Ardèche, or guided hike in the Natural Reserve of Cirque d’Estre, or guided speleological excursion with wine tasting in the caves; evening guided tour of Viviers
Day 5 Avignon: Choice of guided tour, or guided e-bike tour, or Provencal farmhouse experience
Day 6 Arles: Choice of guided tour in Arles, meeting a bullfighter, guided hike through the Hell Valley with a visit to Carrières de Lumière, or painting workshop
Day 7 Port-Saint-Louis: Choice of excursion to a local oyster farm with tasting, visit a bull ranch, or bike tour through the Camargue Regional Natural Park
Day 8 Arles (Disembarkation): Your cruise ends this morning
Whether you’re an art lover, a foodie, a history buff, or an energetic adventurer, The Rhone Wine River Cruise offers just-right included activities and excursions to suit your interests. With the array of shore inclusions, you can select the perfect experiences for your preference and pace.
Visit an oyster farm, bike through Camargue Regional Nature Park to spot flamingos, or take a painting workshop to mimic Van Gogh in Arles. Enjoy classic sightseeing with an expert Local Guide, try inspiring discovery experiences in art, cuisine, and local culture, pursue a challenge with a hike, bike ride, or kayak trip, or simply relax in a corner café. Stroll through Avignon’s papal palace or attend a wine tasting in an underground cave. Admire the lovely views of the French countryside, the architecture, and local specialties with a culinary walk or cooking class in Lyon.
With so many included choices, you’ll find the perfect way to spend your day—from a ghost tour in Viviers to a guided bike ride through the Gard region to a chocolate factory tour. Our Rhone Wine River cruise includes activities and excursions to experience the Rhône River your way and at your pace.

The Avalon Poetry II offers a delightfully intimate cruise setting, and features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that create river cruising’s only Open-Air Balcony. With a spacious 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard.
It truly is a view with a room! The Avalon Poetry II truly is poetry in motion!
SHIP AMENITIES
Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows
Skydeck with premium lounge chairs and shade awnings
Fitness Center
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Elevator
Elegant, contemporary design
Outside viewing deck
Headsets for guided shore excursions in Europe
Friendly, English-speaking crew and Cruise Director
Sightseeing with Certified Local Guides
Onboard lectures, activities & nightly entertainment

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SHIP DETAILS
Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
Ship Type: River Cruiser/Canal Boat
Line Class: River Cruise
Year Built: 2014
Year Last Refurbished: –
Capacity: 128 passengers
Decks: 4
Length: 361 ft
Outside Cabins: 64
Number of Crew: 37
DINNING

INCREDIBLE DINING CHOICES:
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavoured and infused water available throughout each day
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily a la carte breakfast with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily specials
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Al fresco lunch in the Sky Grill
Cocktails with a view on the Skydeck
Healthy Corner options including low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, and high energy choices
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan and allergy-free selections
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Happy Hour every evening including featured drink specials
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favourites
Four-course dinners with choice of appetisers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cosy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Casual dinner in the Panorama Bistro
Avalon Flex Dining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
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