France Urban Exploration Cruises

Travel for 15 days from Basel to Paris aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Discover the Black Forest, sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge, and explore Amsterdam. Transfer to Paris to cruise the Seine, visiting Monet's Giverny, historic Normandy landing beaches, and Joan of Arc's Rouen before concluding in Paris.

Cruise the Romantic Rhine on a 5-day voyage between Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, and Mannheim aboard Ms Beethoven. Sail past castles, vineyards, and the Lorelei rock. Explore historic towns, visit Heidelberg, taste regional wines, and walk old city streets along one of Europe’s most scenic river routes.

Sail aboard the Avalon View on a 15-day Rhine and Rhône river cruise from Amsterdam to Arles, exploring historic European waterways and scenic vineyards. Discover iconic destinations like Cologne, Strasbourg, and Avignon while enjoying daily guided walking tours, culinary excursions, and breathtaking castle views.

Experience an 11-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Ikon, starting in Civitavecchia and exploring Portovenere and Monte Carlo. Discover vibrant local culture, quaint fishing villages, and indulge in authentic Mediterranean cuisine along the stunning coastline.

This 14-day cruise of France & Spain is a splash of cultures - spend 3 nights in Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and start on a lovely cruise through Provence onboard MS Amakristina. Then catch the TGV to Spain for 3 nights in Barcelona. Enjoy wine tasting, riding, cooking workshops, and archaeology.

Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Napoleon's residence in Portoferraio, the medieval streets of Bonifacio, and the vibrant markets of Palermo. Conclude your journey in Valletta, Malta, exploring the Grandmaster's Palace and St. John's Cathedral.

Embark on a 15-day Rhine & Rhône Revealed cruise from Arles to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon View, exploring France and Germany's stunning landscapes from Provence to the Black Forest. Visit medieval castles, sample exquisite regional wines, and cruise legendary waterways like the spectacular Rhine Gorge on this unforgettable European river cruise.

Sail a Rhine and Moselle route from Strasbourg to Mannheim on a 7-day river cruise ship aboard MS Monet. Visit Frankfurt, Cochem, Koblenz, Rüdesheim, and Heidelberg. Tour castles, walk vineyards, explore old towns, and enjoy dining, entertainment, and scenic cruising.

Embark on MS Leonard De Vinci and spend 7 days exploring the amazing cities that lie on each river including Strasbourg, Mannheim, Heidelberg, Luxembourg, Saarburg, Cochem and many more!

Sail across Strasbourg, Mainz, Rudesheim, Boppard, Koblenz, Alken and Cochem on this spectacular 5-day cruise aboard the MS Monet. Discover all the beauty and authentic European charm of this region.

Cruise through Germany and France on this 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Frankfurt aboard Emerald Sun. Walk cobblestone lanes in Colmar, explore Strasbourg by canal, visit Heidelberg Castle, and tour the fortress city of Koblenz. Enjoy bike rides, guided hikes, and regional cultural experiences along the way.

Cruise the Italian coast on this 8-day trip from Nice. Stop in Livorno, Elba, Alghero, Porto Cervo, Porto Santo Stefano, and La Spezia. Explore old towns, enjoy wine tasting in Tuscany, visit Napoleon’s home, relax on quiet beaches, and tour the Cinque Terre or Portofino. Return to Nice with lasting views, local flavors, and rich coastal charm.