14-night A Culinary Experience In Grand France With 2 Nights In French Riviera (Northbound) Cruise/Land Package From Nice, France

Avalon Waterways

A detailed close-up of the multi-colored tiled roofs and architectural details of the historic Hospices de Beaune, a famous landmark in the Burgundy region of France.
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Sailing Nov 8, 2026

Your 16-night Europe Cruise at a Glance

Sailings aboard Avalon Poetry II depart from Nice, France with 15 stops in ports-of-call including Tain L'Hermitage, Lyon, and Rouen. The Cruise Web can help you find the best deals and stateroom prices on the next sailing November 8, 2026.

Departure Port

Nice, France

Nice is a sun-drenched gem on the French Riviera, where seaside charm, rich culture, and Mediterranean beauty blend effortlessly. Before you depart Nice, France, we can help you plan travel and accommodations for your Europe cruise.

Destination

Europe

Stops on your Europe voyage will include Arles on day 3 and Vernon (Giverny) on day 11. We can help you with excursions and making the most of any itinerary.

Cruise Ship

Avalon Poetry II

Avalon Poetry II, built in 2014, carries 128 passengers with a crew of 37.

Avalon's Suite Ships feature the largest staterooms in river cruising, with most offering open-air balconies. We can help you maximize deals on Europe cruises aboard Avalon Poetry II or 17 of Avalon Waterways’s other ships.