France's Finest : Avignon to Paris

Explore Paris, Normandy & Provence

Explore Avignon's Palace of the Popes and savor Lyon's culinary heritage. Toast centuries-old vineyards and luxuriate in Paris's sophistication. Walk in Joan of Arc's footsteps at Rouen. Pay your respects at Normandy's World War II beaches. Art, cuisine, style, joie de vivre-if you love everything francais, this is for you: a 15-day journey that combines our popular Lyon & Provence and Paris & the Heart of Normandy cruises into one tour de force.

Viking Inclusive Value


More features, services and excursions included

  • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
  • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
  • Port taxes & fees
  • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
  • Visits to UNESCO Sites
  • Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

    Your Stateroom Includes:

  • River-view stateroom
  • Bottled water replenished daily
  • 110/220 volt outlets
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
  • Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror
  • Premium Freyja toiletries
  • Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
  • 40" or 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
  • Telephone, safe, refrigerator
  • Individual climate control
  • *All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

    Day By Day

    Day 1 - Avignon, France


    Stroll the medieval city; see the Place de l'Horloge, Pont d'Avignon and Palace of the Popes.

    Day 2 - Arles, France


    Admire this cultural center's diverse architecture, Roman ruins and Romanesque monuments.

    Day 3 - Avignon, France


    Enjoy a taste of Provence as you sample local wines and indulge in French delicacies.

    Day 4 - Viviers, France


    Explore this charming riverside village's peaceful ambience amid its scenic mountain setting.

    Day 5 - Tournon, France


    Ride on a nostalgic railway, the Train de l'Ardeche, to take in the verdant Doux Valley.

    Day 6 - Lyon, France


    Walk through town; see the Basilica of Notre Dame and the magnificent St. Jean Cathedral.

    Day 7 - Lyon, France


    Explore the medieval province of Beaujolais, dotted with vineyards and small villages.

    Day 8 - Lyon, France


    Savor the best of French cuisine in this gastronomic capital; sample a local signature dish.

    Day 9 - Paris, France


    Admire iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, or browse the Louvre.

    Day 10 - La Roche-Guyon, France


    Take in the scenery in this traditional village and see its imposing hilltop medieval castle.

    Day 11 - Scenic Sailing: Seine River


    Sail the Seine through Normandy, relax and admire vistas of fertile fields.

    Day 12 - Normandy Beaches, France


    Visit the legendary D-Day beaches along the Normandy coast and the American Cemetery.

    Day 13 - Les Andelys, France


    Encounter the hilltop Chateau Gaillard, built in the 12th century by Richard the Lionheart.

    Day 14 - Paris (Le Pecq), France


    Admire iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, or browse the Louvre.

    Day 15 - Paris, France


    Take an evening illumination sail along the Seine to better explore the 'City of Light.'

  • Call 718 442 8000 for more information or to book today! Mention code 17874968

    Cruise Line
    Viking River Cruises
    Duration
    15 Days
    Cruise Ship
    Viking Hermod

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    DayPortArriveDepart
    Day 1Avignon  
    Day 2Arles  
    Day 3Avignon  
    Day 4Viviers  
    Day 5Tournon  
    Day 6Lyon  
    Day 7Lyon  
    Day 8Lyon  
    Day 9Paris  
    Day 10La Roche-Guyon  
    Day 11Scenic Sailing: Seine River  
    Day 12Normandy Beaches  
    Day 13Les Andelys  
    Day 14Paris  
    Day 15Paris  
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    04/02/2025$6,699.00* (USD) 
    04/16/2025$6,999.00* (USD) 
    04/30/2025$7,499.00* (USD) 
    05/14/2025$7,599.00* (USD) 
    05/28/2025$7,599.00* (USD) 
    06/11/2025$7,499.00* (USD) 
    06/25/2025$6,899.00* (USD) 
    07/09/2025$6,699.00* (USD) 
    07/23/2025$5,799.00* (USD) 
    08/06/2025$5,799.00* (USD) 
    08/20/2025$6,999.00* (USD) 
    09/03/2025$7,599.00* (USD) 
    09/17/2025$7,599.00* (USD) 
    10/01/2025$7,399.00* (USD) 
    10/15/2025$6,499.00* (USD) 
    10/29/2025$6,199.00* (USD) 
    11/12/2025$5,599.00* (USD) 
      
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