Avalon Tapestry II

Avalon Tapestry II at a glance

Avalon Tapestry II is a river cruise ship operated by Avalon Waterways, currently sailing the Seine River in Europe on itineraries of up to seven nights. She departs from Paris, France — a city that for most Australians means this cruise sits in the middle of a longer European trip. The key figures — her passenger capacity, decks, length and year of launch — are shown in the spec strip above.

Cabins on Avalon Tapestry II

Two cabin grades are available to book through Cruise1st, each sleeping two guests and suited to different budgets and preferences.

• Royal Suite S — A balcony cabin of 27.9 m², offering genuine suite proportions. At nearly 28 square metres, it provides substantially more living space than the outside cabins below, with a private balcony to watch the Seine countryside slip past.
• Deluxe Outside Cabin D — At 16.0 m², this outside cabin features two windows that bring in natural light and open river views. It is a well-considered choice for guests who want to be connected to the scenery without the suite price point.

For a full breakdown of layouts and deck positions, visit the Avalon Tapestry II cabins and deck plans page.

Where Avalon Tapestry II sails

All current sailings on Avalon Tapestry II operate on the Seine River in Europe, with Paris as the departure city. The Seine is one of France’s great waterways, carrying passengers through Normandy’s countryside and historic towns on itineraries of up to seven nights. Because all departures originate in France, every sailing requires a flight from Australia — which is worth planning for, but also an opportunity to build Paris time either side of the cruise.

The Le Havre (Paris) departures page lists every sailing available from that gateway, including routes beyond Avalon Tapestry II.

Booking Avalon Tapestry II with Cruise1st

Because all sailings depart from France, this cruise works best as the centrepiece of a longer European holiday rather than a standalone trip. Cruise1st can package the whole journey — flights from Australia, hotel nights in Paris before or after the sailing, and transfers between each element — under our Cruise1st Packages arrangement, so everything sits on one booking and one point of contact.

Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to talk through cabin grades, fare inclusions and how the trip fits together. And every booking we make is backed by our Best Price Guarantee, so you can commit with confidence that you are not paying more than you need to.

Current fares for Avalon Tapestry II on the Seine start from A$4,611pp* for departures from late 2026.

About Avalon Waterways

Avalon Tapestry II sails as part of the Avalon Waterways fleet. The Avalon Waterways page covers the full fleet and what sailing with the line is like — useful reading if you are weighing up different ships or itineraries before committing to this one.

Common questions about Avalon Tapestry II

Do I need to fly to join Avalon Tapestry II?

Yes — all current sailings depart from Paris, France, so a flight from Australia is required. Cruise1st can arrange flights, hotel nights in Paris and transfers as part of a single holiday package, which simplifies the logistics considerably.

Which cabin grade is right for me on Avalon Tapestry II?

If space and a private balcony matter most, the Royal Suite S at 27.9 m² gives you room to spread out and your own outdoor vantage point on the river. If you prefer a well-priced option with good natural light and river views, the Deluxe Outside Cabin D at 16.0 m² — with its two windows — is a practical and comfortable choice. Our Australian specialists can walk you through what each grade actually feels like day to day.

How long are the sailings on Avalon Tapestry II?

Current itineraries run for up to seven nights on the Seine River, departing from Paris. That is long enough to take in a meaningful stretch of Normandy and the surrounding countryside without requiring a major block of annual leave.

When do the current Avalon Tapestry II sailings depart?

Sailings are available departing from late September 2026 onwards. As availability on river ships tends to be limited, it is worth checking current sailings early — especially if you want a specific cabin grade or departure date.

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