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Grand Cruise of France

The Grand Cruise of France is a 15-night Europe cruise aboard MS Geoffrey Chaucer, operated by Riviera Travel. Departing Avignon on August 24, 2027, the voyage visits 15 ports.

Length
15 nights
Departs
Aug 24, 2027
Returns
Sep 8, 2027
Ports of call
15

Itinerary

Avignon
Avignon photo
Avignon photo
Avignon photo
Day 1 Aug 24, 2027 Avignon As you stroll the squares and cobbled streets of Avignon, in south-eastern France, you can’t help but be impressed by the architectural influence of 400 years of papal rule. From its 800 year old ramparts that tower majestically over the Rhône River, to the UNESCO listed Pope’s Palace and city centre, the area is steeped in cultural history. However, to contrast the spectacular ancient architecture, the city has a young energetic population. With many attending the University of Avignon, they add a dynamic energy to the many cafes and bistros dotted around the town squares and alleyways. Visit the three magnificent Gothic churches, the old papal mint, Collection Lambert, and the Renaissance artwork in the Musee du Petit. Wander through the Rochers des Doms gardens. Take in the spectacular view across the city skyline, and relax with a liqueur coffee and pastries, in one of the many pavement cafes. Avignon port guide Search cruises visiting Avignon

Avignon → Paris · approximate route

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 73-day span: $6,899 · range $6,899–$6,899

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Price information is not available.

Price history

60 days

○ = last available date (sold out, or no longer listed).

Show all 23 cabin grades
Name Supplier code Type
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Standard cabin - Middle Deck SMD Balcony
Standard Cabin - Upper Deck SUD Balcony
Emerald Deck - Sole Occupancy (Lower) 12 Oceanview
Emerald Deck - Sole Occupancy (With Suppl) (Lower) 13 Oceanview
Ruby Deck - Sole Occupancy (Middle) 15 Oceanview
Diamond Deck - Sole Occupancy (Upper) 9 Oceanview
Main Deck Cabin A Oceanview
Main Deck Cabin A+ Oceanview
Category A (Main Deck) - Double AD Oceanview
Lower Deck Cabin B Oceanview
Diamond Deck (Upper) - Deluxe Balcony Suite 1 Suite
Diamond Deck - Superior Suite Sole Occ (Upper) 10 Suite
Diamond Deck- Deluxe Suite Sole Occ (Upper) 11 Suite
Emerald Deck - Superior Suite (Lower) Sole Occ 14 Suite
Diamond Deck (Upper) - Superior Suite 2 Suite
Diamond Deck Suite (Upper) 3 Suite
Diamond Deck (Upper) - Stern Superior Suite 4 Suite
Ruby Deck Suite (Middle) 5 Suite
Emerald Deck Suite (Lower) 6 Suite
Ruby Deck (Middle) - Superior Suite 7 Suite
Superior Suite - Emerald Deck 8 Suite
Suite - Middle Deck SU Suite

Ship

MS Geoffrey Chaucer
Your ship MS Geoffrey Chaucer 5★ 442 GT 176 guests Built 2025 After years of painstaking research to create the most perfect vessels afloat, a new era in river cruising dawns as we introduce our brand new, state of the art, ‘all suite’ ships. Swiss operated and truly world-class, we are absolutely delighted to present the five-star MS Geoffrey Chaucer. It is extremely difficult to convey just how extraordinary this outstanding ship really is and exactly what distinguishes it from similar vessels. It would be very easy to just say ‘luxurious’ but it’s much more than that; we have deliberately avoided the current trend for a minimalist style where you could be anywhere in the world, creating instead a unique yet exquisite blend of understated taste, style and elegance at the highest level. Immediately striking is just how exceptionally spacious this new vessel is as you enter a gleaming, richly coloured marble-floored lobby flooded with natural light from a stunning atrium above. Moving inside, exceptional creativity from Europe’s finest design studio has produced a superbly balanced masterpiece of onboard style, utilising sustainable rich hardwoods, gleaming brass and polished copper, sparkling glass and intricate wrought iron. The ship is beautifully illuminated throughout – including the exterior and imaginatively furnished with harmonious colour schemes, all designed to create the serene atmosphere reflective of the golden age of cruising which time after time you tell us you adore. The restaurant rivals the finest on shore establishments taking fine dining to another level complemented by delicate European porcelain, gleaming glassware and the intuitive service in which the Swiss excel. This superb vessel carries 44 in-house trained crew members serving just 167 guests (similar size vessels may carry well over 190 passengers) giving the ratio which our experience proves is concurrent with our first class service levels. Furthermore your suite will easily exceed your expectations for not only will you enjoy the most discerning décor, so too the ship’s dimensions afford the ultimate in space and comfort - a minimum 17 square metres (183 square feet), with upgrades available to ‘Superior’ and ‘Deluxe’ accommodation. MS Geoffrey Chaucer ship guide Search cruises on MS Geoffrey Chaucer
Deck plan for Lower Deck

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