14-night Grand France (Northbound) Cruise From Arles, France

Avalon Waterways

A classic half-timbered house with a light roof, situated on a stone bridge over a calm river in Vernon, France, surrounded by lush green trees and foliage.
Avalon Waterways Poetry 2 river cruise ship exterior
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Sailing Jul 21, 2026 - Oct 5, 2027

Your 14-night Europe Cruise at a Glance

Sailings aboard Avalon Poetry II depart from Arles, France with 14 stops in ports-of-call including Tournus, Caudebec-en-Caux, and Conflans-Ste-Honorine. The Cruise Web can help you find the best deals and stateroom prices on any of the 13 upcoming sailings in 2026 and 2027.

Departure Port

Arles, France

Arles is home to a UNESCO World Heritage site and the artistic inspiration for many world famous artists. Before you depart Arles, France, we can help you plan travel and accommodations for your Europe cruise.

Destination

Europe

Stops on your Europe voyage will include Vernon (Giverny) on day 9 and Rouen on day 12. 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.