Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux With Swiss Alps, 3 Nights In Lake Como & 1 Night In Lucerne on Avalon Envision

Your European river cruise vacation gets even better with a captivating cruise on France’s Garonne and Dordogne Rivers. Sail through the brilliant Bordeaux region-famed for its legendary vineyards and lovely villages. Be carried away with your choice of Avalon’s included Classic, Active, and Discovery experiences-from the regal histories of castles and Chateaux to the romantic cellars where wine bouquets and bon-vivant cuisine tempt the palate. While the landscapes and lush pastoral treasures are plentiful along the shores of the Garonne and Dordogne, Avalon elevates each immersive experience for a deeper discovery of the cultural and architectural treasures that recall the rich traditions of Southwest France. From unparalleled panoramic drives to forested two-wheel excursions by bike to the delicacies of seaside Arcachon-the world is your oyster on this adventure in la belle vie of Bordeaux!
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See the World Your Way!
Here, the Possibilities are as Wide Open as the Views!
Globetrotters wanting to see the world need only cruise down its legendary rivers. For those interested in seeing more of the world, there’s Avalon Waterways. Our Suite Ships® feature one-of-a-kind Panorama SuitesSM, with the widest opening windows in river cruising, the industry’s only Open-Air BalconySM and beds facing the incredible views. Beyond our wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows is a world waiting to be explored – in a way, and at a pace that suits our cruisers. With Avalon Waterways, cruisers are invited to be choosers!
We’ve Spent Nearly a Century Planning your Vacation.
When you select a Avalon vacation, you’re choosing experience, passion, and perfection. Our dedication began almost a century ago when a young Antonio Mantegazza became inspired to share the stories of his home while using his family’s rowboat to transport lumber across beautiful Lake Lugano in Switzerland. He soon began transporting tourists instead, and what began on a spring day in 1928 blossomed into the worldwide name in travel.
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Lake Como, Italy | ||
2 | Lake Como | ||
3 | Lake Como | ||
4 | Lake Como – Lucerne, Switzerland | ||
5 | Lucerne – Swiss Alps – Basel (Embarkation) | ||
6 | Breisach, Germany. Excursion To Black Forest | ||
7 | Kehl. Excursion To Strasbourg, France | ||
8 | Mainz, Germany. Excursion To Heidelberg | ||
9 | Rüdesheim – Rhine Gorge | ||
10 | Cologne | ||
11 | Amsterdam, Holland | ||
12 | Amsterdam (Disembarkation) – Paris, France (Embarkation) | ||
13 | Vernon | ||
14 | Caudebec | ||
15 | Caudebec. Excursion To Normandy | ||
16 | Rouen | ||
17 | Conflans | ||
18 | Paris | ||
19 | Paris (Disembarkation) – Bordeaux (Embarkation) | ||
20 | Bordeaux. Excursion To Cadillac - Sur - Garonne | ||
21 | Cussac Fort Médoc | ||
22 | Blaye – Bourg | ||
23 | Libourne. Excursion To Saint - Émilion | ||
24 | Bordeaux | ||
25 | Bordeaux. Excursion To Arcachon’s Bay | ||
26 | Bordeaux (Disembarkation) |