Paris Avalon Waterways Avalon Poetry II Cruise Reviews

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Poetry II parked under a bridge at Avignon
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view from our second level cabin to the panorama balcony
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2 nights in Paris, Chaoln-sur-Saone to Arles (8 day), 2 days in Nice
"As for the tours, for the most part, were interesting and informative.They worked very well when paired with my phone, and were easy to use with the guided tours...."Read More
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2-5 Cruises

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Delightful experience

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Sovay60
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Friends were already booked on it, and so we elected to join them! I had always fancied a river cruise, as opposed to an ocean cruise, and particularly wanted to do this Saone- Rhône one. I thought it was very good value for money, as there were several excursions included, and also drinks with meals. I throughly enjoyed it, as I adore France, so I was in heaven, visiting so many beautiful ...
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Sail Date: May 2023

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


2 nights in Paris, Chaoln-sur-Saone to Arles (8 day), 2 days in Nice

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JeanDarri
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

We had done Amsterdam to Basel in 2018, and Paris-Normandy-Paris in 2019. This was our third cruise, and in our opinion, the best so far. Poetry II was immaculate and the crew and staff were friendly, competent, courteous and professional. As usual, the food was superb with excellent wine accompaniments. The daily "happy hour" is the best idea yet! We haven't decided where next year's cruise will ...
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Sail Date: April 2023

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


The nicest people and most interesting sites are on an Avalon cruise

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KateYule
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

I have cruised on Avalon before and found them to be a wonderful and relaxing way to travel. I travel as a single. Their staff is very helpful in providing information on things to see and do on your own. You meet other nice travelers from all over the world. You see sites that you would never see unless you got off the beaten bath. Many UNESCO sites that would be missed if you sailed a larger ...
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Sail Date: October 2019

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


Burgundy-Provence River Cruising

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klmooers
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

Our friends that are wine connoisseurs wanted to tour region. We wanted to see Monaco but this trip did not end up there as the brochure stated when we booked. We enjoyed all the stops and seeing so many wonderful places., especially the small, quaint little towns and unusual things like "Garden of Eden," organ concert in cathedral, wine tasting in a chateau, etc..... We also liked the ...
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Sail Date: April 2019

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


Paris to Monte Carlo

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Azzie45
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We choose Avalon because of the cabins on the boats. They are larger than most of the other river boats. The outside wall is literally glass from ceiling to floor. The glass slides so you can open your room to the river, sit in a very comfortable chair and enjoy watching the scenery as you cruise. The space that other river boats put in an outside balcony is extra space in your room and you ...
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Sail Date: April 2018


Perfect food, service, facilities, amenities, entertainment, tours

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sheddj
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

The ship was gorgeous, clean and up to date. The triple wide panorama windows gave us a fabulous view. The crew was professional and went above and beyond for our comfort. The staterooms well appointed. The food was fabulous! Our tour guides were interesting and very professional! There was food all day long, and it was beautifully prepared and served. The wine was delicious and flowing. We have ...
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Sail Date: April 2018

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


Paris to Monaco - 2017

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g6hr9gbl
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

Traveled with two other couples; found the trip fascinating, from the bullet train ride to the daily small group tours through Central and Southern French cities and towns. The river trip itself was fun and relaxing. Our cabin gave us plenty of space, and being able to open our door to the outside made it feel even more expansive. Plenty of room to store everything, and attention from the crew ...
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Sail Date: September 2017

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


Good but weather did affect our enjoyment

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Rivercruiser44
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

We chose this cruise because we went on Avalon Tranquility 2 in July and loved it so much. We booked this cruise for some late Summer sun - unfortunately we chose the wrong week for this. The two nights in Paris allowed us to make the most of a great location near the Champs Elysee. A magnificent hotel and a good room made this a great start for the holiday. The TGV ride to Dijon was also ...
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Sail Date: September 2017

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


All was wonderful with a few exceptions

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djohnston1
2-5 Cruises • Age 60s

I always do a lot of research before we take any trip. This was our second European river cruise and our first time with Avalon. I would definitely sail with them again. However the two things that were not great were the dinner menu choices and our particular cabin. (see below) The food was nicely prepared and the wait staff was terrific, but the dinner menu was lacking in good choices. We ...
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Sail Date: August 2017

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with French Balcony


South France Vacation

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turzamx
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

Every aspect of the cruise met or exceeded our expectations. Will recommend to others. Wonderful chance to see countryside. Great tour guides, small groups, reasonably priced optional excursions. Wonderful ship looks brand new with lots of storage in cabin. Cabin service was prompt. Beds were at angle that made movement in the cabin relatively easy. Food was good with the "Bistro" dinner the ...
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Sail Date: August 2017

Cabin Type: Outside Stateroom with Window


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