Where is the Seine River? Avalon Waterways® France River Cruises

SERENITY ON THE SEINE

Charming villages. Breathtaking scenery. Exhilarating moments. They all await on your very own tour de France. When you cruise with Avalon along the legendary Seine, you choose how to breeze through your days. A stroll through Monet’s gardens to stop and smell the roses, a walk along Normandy’s beaches to stop and pay your respects, and a promenade down Paris’ famous Champs-Elysees to stop and devour the croissants – all on the menu. From the art-lined walls of the palatial Louvre Museum to the café-lined sidewalks of Paris’ artistic enclaves, life is a cabaret or simply a table for two on an Avalon Seine River cruise.

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LA VIE EN ROSE

The Seine River springs from picturesque Burgundy, France. It flows through the heart of Paris before threading its way through the orchards and fields-a-bloom in Normandy. Cruising along these waters combines the best of urban and rural French culture, from the burlesque cabarets of Paris to the sleepy medieval towns along the shoreline, and the breathtaking scenery in between.

A TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL

Café au Lait or Chardonnay? Croissants or crêpes? However you choose to indulge in the flavors of France, you’ll find that the finesse of fine dining and delicious views are always on the menu. Treat yourself to the pleasures of local patisseries, palate-tempting cuisine, and plentiful wines that flourish beside the shores of the Seine. Novice cruisers and knowledgeable travel lovers find the promise of panoramic perfection that sweeten your days and inspire the heart on the River Seine.

C’EST MAGNIFIQUE

Enter a world of pure imagination with artistically inspired experiences in Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny or the eye-popping feast of riches at Bizy Castle – “Normandy’s Versailles.” Find quiet inspiration where Vincent Van Gogh spent his last days in Auvers-Sur-Oise or discover the dramatic opulence of Napoleon and Josephine’s Malmaison. From French masters to masterpieces of nature, the Seine paints a picture of French finesse and finery.

OOH LA LA!

If Paris is for lovers, then lovers of art, food, and style can’t help losing their hearts in the heart of this City of Light. Snap the ultimate selfie at the Eiffel Tower or sit for a portrait sketched by an artist on the streets of Montmartre. Linger in a historic café on the Champs-Élysées where legends stirred up the literary world or see can-can dancers kick up some oohs and aahs at the iconic Moulin Rouge.

BRAVERY ON THE BEACH

Follow the Seine to Le Havre and follow in the footsteps of the courageous young soldiers who pushed through fear with a brave battle against tyranny on the beaches of Normandy. Feel the honor of standing at the memorials and gravesites of thousands of Allied Forces – American and French, Canadian, and Australian – whose courage and conviction for freedom stand the test of time in the hallowed grounds above Omaha Beach.

Who Loves the Seine?

This legendary river touches the heart of every first-time traveler or smitten returning visitor with a joie de vivre that sweeps you off your feet. Vineyards and veritable culinary masterpieces; the abundance of amazing tastes and treasures from Paris to Provence; and the historic sites of heroes and heroines will leave you breathless with wonder to win the heart.

International Newbies (First Crush)

Storybook romances have nothing on the love affair we have with the serenely stunning sights along the Seine. From the romantic rues of Paris to the resplendent revelations around each bend, the vineyards and visions of French masters paint the beauty that’s in the eye of every beholder.

Perfect Pick for First Timers: Paris to Normandy

Falling in Love Again (Affairs of the Heart)

Savvy and experienced cruisers return to the charms of the Seine, along with its sister rivers of the Rhône and Saone to revisit the most mesmerizing moments, monuments, and memorable masterpieces of the canvas and countrysides.

Perfect Picks for Savvy Sightseers: Active & Discovery on the Seine

Returning the Affection (Love is Grand!)

Anchoring in picturesque ports, your Avalon Suite Ship® reveals off-the-beaten path experiences to discover – and rediscover – the Old World in new ways. Returning visitors to the Rhône never repeat the same vacation twice with something new waiting around each bend.

Perfect Picks for Returning Travelers: Grand France

IN-SEINELY BEAUTIFUL: SAIL & SEE ON THE SEINE

Rising from the wine-making region of Burgundy, the Seine River begins its journey near the town of Dijon and flows past Paris on its way to the English Channel. Its beauty has inspired the masterpieces of Monet, Renoir, and Seurat.

See. Do. Play!

There is no single way of enjoying experiences along the Seine. Like classic sightseeing to enter a world of history and art? Dream of whipping up a frothy confection in a French cooking class? Yearn for an active excursion to pedal or paddle your day away in the picturesque spots along the Seine? Avalon invites you to cruise your way with the views, vintages, and joie de vivre beyond compare on the Seine River.

Pedal through Paris

Bike through Bois de Boulogne with a song in your heart and a baguette in your backpack!

You Can Whip It

Meet the chefs of the Confrérie des Chevaliers Fouetteurs de crème in Chantilly and learn to prepare your own Chantilly Crème.

Napoléon Complex

Take a Guided tour of Château de Malmaison—the opulent home of Napoléon Bonaparte and wife Josephine.

Gogh Your Own Way

Explore picturesque Auvers-sur-Oise, and gaze across the landscapes painted by Vincent van Gogh, who lived, worked, and is buried here.

What Floats Your Boat

Explore the hidden waterways of Vernon by paddling your own canoe through lovely landscapes and shores.

Rosé-Colored Glasses

Take a French culinary tour of Paris and enjoy la vie en rose with free time to linger in a sidewalk café while sipping wine or café au lait.;

Cider House Rules

Visit the beautiful village of Beuvron en Auge and taste Calvados apple brandy at a local distillery along the Cider Route of rustically beautiful Normandy.

A Love Affair with Camembert

Follow your love of cheese on a walking tour of quaint and historic Vernon on the Normandy cheese trail – and sample luscious French pastries along the way.