Accommodations

hotel
  • Intercontinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu
    20 quai Jules Courmont
    69002 Lyon, France 
    Website 
    Phone: +33 (0)4 26 99 23 23  
  • Business Center
    There is no business center on property. The front desk can assist with printing needs.
  • Check-in and Check-out Times
    Check-in time is 3 pm. Check-out time is noon.
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    The hotel accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club.
  • Electricity
    The electricity is 230 volts with a frequency of 50Hz. Wall sockets take a European two-prong plug. To determine whether you need a simple power adapter or a power converter, look at the power information on your device. If there is an input range, and the range includes up to 230V and down to 50Hz, you need only an adapter. If your device shows a single voltage (like most hair dryers, electric razors and curling irons), then you will need an EU-certified converter. The hotel has power adapters and power converters available upon request.  
  • Fitness Facilities
    The hotel has a small fitness center equipped with treadmills, weight machines, and other training equipment.
  • Guest Room Amenities
    Guest room amenities include a Smart TV, coffee and tea maker, workspace, hair dryer, bathrobe, iron and ironing board, complimentary bottled water, air conditioning, and bath amenities.
  • Hotel Restaurants 
    Specific restaurant details can be viewed on the hotel website’s Dining page.
    • Epona Restaurant showcases a menu with a predominantly local flavor, featuring timeless French classics with a contemporary twist. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
    • Le Dôme Bar offers imaginative drinks, blending a strong local influence with international creativity. Signature cocktails featuring local produce and local beers.
  • Internet Connection
    All guest rooms and common areas provide complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Laundry Services
    Express dry cleaning and laundry services are available for a fee.
  • Security
    All guest rooms are equipped with in-room safes to secure your valuables.
  • Smoking Policy
    All guest rooms and public areas are non-smoking. Designated smoking areas are available.
  • Taxis and Ride-sharing Services
    The hotel recommends utilizing taxi services as rideshare services may not be available. The front desk staff can assist with pickup.
SHIP
  • Avalon Poetry II
    Chalon-sur-Saône 
    Website
  • Adventure Host 
    An experienced, English-speaking Adventure Host accompanies every cruise. The Adventure Host is available as your guide for fitness activities and active excursions.
  • ATM
    There is no ATM onboard, but some ports will have one available.
  • Cruise Director
    An experienced, English-speaking Cruise Director accompanies every cruise. The Cruise Director is available to ensure your comfort, answer questions, organize shore excursions, and help make your vacation an enjoyable and memorable event.
  • Electricity
    Onboard electricity is 220 V. Wall sockets take a European 2-prong plug. To use any small personal appliance such as an electric razor, curling iron, or electric plug-in type alarm clock, you will need an adapter to plug into the wall sockets for dual voltage appliances and a converter as well as an adapter for appliances that are not dual voltage. Converters must be EU certified. Cheap, non-certified converters may damage your appliance and are a fire hazard on the ship. Staterooms are also equipped with USB outlets which are useful for charging phones, tablets, cameras, etc.
  • Embarkation and Disembarkation 
    Embarkation ends at 5 pm. The group is departing Lyon at 1 pm and is expected to arrive at the port between 3:30-3:45 pm.
    On disembarkation day, rooms must be vacated by 9 am. Guests are welcome to stay onboard in the public areas until 3 pm.
  • Fitness Facilities
    The ship has a small fitness center with some cardio equipment and free weights.
  • Internet Connection
    Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access is available throughout the ship.
  • Laundry Services
    Laundry service is available on board for a fee. Check the price list in your stateroom. Clothes cannot be dry cleaned on board.
  • Medical Services
    Should you fall ill, please contact the ship’s reception at once. Due to the proximity to land, medical services can be called from shore when necessary.
  • Onboard Amenities
    • Sky Deck with shade awnings, lounge chairs, whirlpool and game area
    • Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows, and dance floor
    • Club Lounge with 24-hour self-service beverage station offering complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, premium coffees, and snacks
    • Covered Observation Lounge
    • The Adventure Center – your source for active gear, including bicycles, walking sticks, binoculars, daypacks, yoga mats, maps and more for active pursuits on ship and off
    • Well-stocked library with books, cards and board games
    • Complimentary headsets to hear every word of excursion commentary from your Local Guide
    • Onboard assistance is available to recommend, reserve and further personalize your cruise
  • Onboard Dining Options  
    • Captain’s welcome and farewell receptions with sparkling wine and canapés
    • Daily breakfast buffet
    • Daily lunch buffet. Choice of alternative fare at the Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather permitting) or light lunch in the Panorama Lounge
    • Daily 4-course à la carte dinner in the dining room with complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks or choice of alternative casual dinner buffet in the Panorama Bistro
    • Daily afternoon tea featuring tea, coffee, sweet treats and sandwiches
    • Complimentary room service available for Continental breakfast, lunch and dinner
    • Daily Happy Hour featuring beer, wine, cocktails, and a drink of the day
  • Security
    All guest rooms are equipped with in-room safes to secure your valuables.
  • Shipboard Account 
    The official currency on board the ship is the Euro. They use a credit system and charge everything you purchase (drinks, items from the gift shop, etc.) to your shipboard account. A day before the end of the cruise, you will receive a bill showing all charges. This bill can be settled in cash (Euro), or by credit card. American Express, MasterCard, and Visa are accepted. U.S. Dollars are also accepted as payment and are exchanged at the current bank rate.
  • Smoking Policy
    All guest rooms and public areas are non-smoking. Designated smoking areas are available.
  • Stateroom Amenities
    Staterooms include luxurious Comfort Collection Beds, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens, luxurious mattress topper, full-size closet and mirror, large bathroom featuring shower with glass door, premium L’Occitane bath products and hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, flatscreen satellite TV, wide selection of free movie channels and English-speaking TV, individual climate control, well-stocked mini-bar, USB ports, writing desk and chair, complimentary filtered water, sofa, coffee table, and an open-air balcony.