{"id":52501,"date":"2017-02-03T15:28:02","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T19:28:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=52501"},"modified":"2018-07-23T19:58:53","modified_gmt":"2018-07-23T23:58:53","slug":"best-french-river-cruises-2017-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2017\/02\/03\/best-french-river-cruises-2017-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best French River Cruises of 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Curious about the best French river cruises of 2017? Let <a href=\"http:\/\/www.CruiseExperts.com\">www.CruiseExperts.com<\/a> help!<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/france-river-cruises.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/france-river-cruises-400x266.avif 1x, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/france-river-cruises-400x266@2x.avif 2x\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-52503 size-medium\" title=\"france river cruises\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/france-river-cruises-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"france river cruises\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/picture><\/a><br \/>\nImagine exploring France while on a luxury cruise down the Rh\u00f4ne, Seine or Bordeaux River, with majestic architecture and scenery surrounding you and delectable cuisine at your fingertips. This and so much more is possible when you embark on one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/river-cruise\/river-cruise-vacation.php\">best French river cruises of 2017<\/a>. France is one of the top choices when it comes to river cruising, as it offers its visitor\u2019s rich history, breathtaking landscapes, jaw-dropping architecture and an unforgettable gastronomical experience. And, with so many French river cruise companies to choose from, finding the ideal vessel and itinerary for your desires is easy!<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Depending on which journey through France you choose, your experience will be distinct. For example, the Seine River is the perfect match for anyone seeking an abundance of history and art. Wine lovers or those interested in touring Roman structures are encouraged to cruise down the Rh\u00f4ne, and the Bordeaux offers a combination of wine regions and historical centers. Whichever speaks to your heart, you will be pleased to know countless <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/river-cruise\/river-cruise-search.php?s=d:23;;;;dt:8-2018\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">France river cruises<\/a> are at your fingertips. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/river-cruise\/river-cruise-vacation.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">French river cruise companies<\/a> such as Avalon River Cruises, Uniworld, Viking and Ama Waterways all sail through this magical region. Each river cruise company offers it own unique atmosphere, itineraries, amenities and special bonuses.<\/p>\n<p>If art, wine, history and extraordinary scenery spark your travel passion, let\u2019s take a look at some of the best French river cruises of 2017:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/river-cruises\/11-day-avalon-river-cruise-from-cote-dazur-to-paris-2017\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">11 Day River Cruise from Cote d\u2019Azur to Paris<\/a> \u2013 Imagine spending 11 days on the majestic Rhone River, starting your trip<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/best-french-river-cruises.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/best-french-river-cruises-400x267.avif 1x, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/best-french-river-cruises-400x267@2x.avif 2x\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-52502 size-medium\" title=\"best french river cruises\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/best-french-river-cruises-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"best french river cruises\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/picture><\/a> in the famed French Riviera. On this epic adventure, you will travel to the medieval town of Tournon, be charmed by Viviers, and experience cuisine unlike any other in Lyon, France\u2019s food capital. While in Paris, you can explore the most popular sites or make your own itinerary, exploring unique hidden treasures. Offered on two of Avalon\u2019s luxurious vessels, the Poetry II and Affinity, many French river cruises of 2017 for this tour offer $1,000 off and up to 40% off per person! And with prices starting at just $3,799, there is no reason to miss this memorable French river cruise expedition!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/river-cruises\/8-day-viking-river-cruise-from-lyon-to-avignon-2017\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Viking\u2019s 8 Day French River Cruise from Avignon to Lyon<\/a> \u2013 If picturesque landscapes and charming French country sides are calling out to you, this 8 day adventure may be just what you need. During your trip, prepare to see the stunning wine region of Beaujolais, the Gothic Cathedral of St. Maurice in Vienne, the medieval and Renaissance structures of Viviers, the famous Palace of the Popes in Avignon and more. With multiple Viking vessels to choose from and prices starting at an incredible price of just $1,799, taking part in one of the best French river cruises of the year is affordable and easy!<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/french-river-cruise-companies.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/french-river-cruise-companies-400x267.avif 1x, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/french-river-cruise-companies-400x267@2x.avif 2x\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-52504 size-medium\" title=\"best french river cruises\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/french-river-cruise-companies-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"best french river cruises\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/picture><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cs.cruisebase.com\/cs\/forms\/CruiseDetails.aspx?skin=585&amp;sno=999&amp;iid=3216995&amp;ss=4\/9\/2017\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Uniworld\u2019s 15 Day French River Cruise from Paris to Avignon<\/a> \u2013 If traveling in extravagance tops your travel list, then Uniworld\u2019s lavish vessel could be a great match. This French river cruise company offers a remarka<br \/>\nble 15 day journey on the S.S. Catherine. Port stops include the riverside town of Vernon where you will tour Monet\u2019s home in Giverny. In addition, this trip offers excursions to Normandy\u2019s landing beaches, the Palace of Versailles in Mantes-la-Jolie, multiple Paris city tours, Burgundy\u2019s wine tours and more. With 15 day ventures starting at just $5579, there\u2019s no reason not to take part in this chance of a lifetime vacation!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Want to learn more about the best French river cruises of 2017? Let the experts at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.CruiseExperts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.CruiseExperts.com<\/a> help you determine which of the French river cruise companies would work best for your personality and travel wishes. From there, you can learn about a variety of French river cruise itineraries and specials. Call us today at 1-888-804-CRUISE (2784). And, don\u2019t forget to like us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CruiseExperts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook<\/a> and join our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/innercircle.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">InnerCircle<\/a> for exclusive offers and cruise news you can use! Also, check out our new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/resource-center\/resource-center.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resource Center<\/a>, where you can receive expert knowledge from us before your next cruise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Curious about the best French river cruises of 2017? Let www.CruiseExperts.com help! Imagine exploring France while on a luxury cruise down the Rh\u00f4ne, Seine or Bordeaux River, with majestic architecture and scenery surrounding you and delectable cuisine at your fingertips. This and so much more is possible when you embark on one of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2017\/02\/03\/best-french-river-cruises-2017-2\/\" class=\"more-link\">&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  The Best French River Cruises of 2017<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":52503,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[1163,1165,1164],"class_list":["post-52501","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-river-cruises","tag-best-french-river-cruises","tag-france-river-cruises","tag-french-river-cruise-companies"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52501","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=52501"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/52501\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/52503"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=52501"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=52501"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=52501"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}