Rogue on the Rhône: A Legendary Voyage with Graham McTavish

Marseille to Paris | 6 June 2026 |14 nights EVENT VOYAGE

Storyteller Cruise by Avalon Waterways – a remarkable experience!

from $12,190* per person twin share / $17,790* solo

The Rhône River has seen conquerors, poets, and revolutionaries—but never Graham McTavish…until now!

Join the legendary actor, author and Avalon Waterways spokesperson for a once-in-a-lifetime cruise where history, adventure and storytelling collide.

Step aboard with Graham as you sip, sail, and swagger through the heart of Provence and Burgundy, tracing the footsteps of Roman emperors, artistic geniuses, and wine-loving rebels.

Expect epic tales and even better toasts, as Graham shares behind-the-scenes stories from his life on screen and page, all while you explore the medieval marvels of Avignon, the artistic echoes of Arles, the vineyard-cloaked hills of Tain L’Hermitage, and the culinary wonders of Lyon. Whether you’re raising a glass in a sun-drenched château, unraveling the secrets of ancient ruins, or sharing laughs with fellow travel lovers, this is no ordinary cruise—it’s a journey for legends!

We have packaged this cruise up with flights, transfers and wonderful pre and post cruise stays in Marseilles and Paris for a seamless, memorable and hassle free adventure.

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Inclusions

Economy class airfare from Sydney to Marseille & Paris to Sydney including all taxes and fees (Fares from other cities available on request)
Transfer from airport to hotel
2 nights Marseille accommodation at the NH Collection Marseille (or similar) with breakfast daily
Transfer from hotel to port
7 night river cruise aboard Avalon’s beautiful Poetry II from Arles to Lyon
Transfer from port to train station
Train from Lyon to Paris
Transfer from train station to hotel
2 nights Paris accommodation at the MGallery Paris Bastille Boutet (or similar) with breakfast daily
Join a guided city tour or an active guided bike tour around Paris
Transfer from hotel to the airport

Talk to our Travel Specialists about Business Class upgrades!

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The Avalon Difference

Incredible Excursions

SMALLER SHIPS – Avalon’s award-winning, best-in-class Suite Ships average just 150 guests giving you more space and attention.

BETTER BY DESIGN – Avalon’s innovative Panorama Suites feature the industry’s only open-air Balconies, creating 30% more space than the industry standard.

PERSONALISED ADVENTURES – Avalon’s Choice presents guests with a variety of “Active”, “Discovery” and “Classic” excursions. During this cruise some of your exceptional excursion options include:

Visit to local oyster farm with tasting or a bike tour through Camargue Regional Natural Park
Meeting a local bullfighter or taking a painting workshop
Avalon After Dark – Viviers: Stroll through this enchanting town and discover the legends, tales, and ghost stories’
Guided Kayak Trip in the Gorges de l’Ardèche in the spectacular canyons of this Rhône tributary or a Truffle Farm experience
Visiting a chocolate factory or an onboard cooking demonstration

Avalon Excursion Styles Avalon Ships

Special Guest

Graham McTavish is best known for his iconic roles as the fierce Dougal MacKenzie in the global phenomenon Outlander, Harrold Westerling in House of the Dragon and the cunning Sigismund Dijkstra in Netflix’s The Witcher. With a career spanning epic fantasy, historical drama, and everything in between, he’s brought unforgettable characters to life on screens around the world.

In 2020, Graham hit the road alongside Outlander co-star Sam Heughan in the hit travel documentary Men in Kilts: A Roadtrip with Sam and Graham. The duo’s real-life chemistry, humor, and curiosity captivated audiences—and led to the release of their wildly successful book, Clanlands: Whisky, Warfare, and a Scottish Adventure Like No Other, which soared to No. 1 on the New York Times Best Seller list.

History, humor and a touch of Highland spirit—don’t miss your chance to sail the Rhine with Graham McTavish!