Sunday, Aug 2, 1:00am

Sunday, August 2 – Daily Update

Welcome to Avignon! Explore Avignon on your own for the city’s art and culture, theatre, and museums, or sign up for one of the provided excursions. Be sure to snap photos of the captivating countryside, historic monuments, and the medieval Pont Saint-Bénézet.

Tonight, enjoy dinner at your leisure.

Reminders for Monday, August 3:

• Start your morning at your own pace with breakfast at the Panorama Dining Room. Room service is also available.
• The ship will be docked in Arles. If you wish to sign up for an excursion and have not done so already, connect with the cruise director.
• The Panorama Lounge will host an optional afternoon tea at 4 pm and the Captain’s Farewell Reception at 6:30 pm.
• Join the group for a Farewell Dinner at the Panorama Dining Room at 7 pm.

Fact of the day: Avignon was once the seat of the Catholic Church. From 1309 to 1377, seven popes lived in Avignon instead of Rome, making it one of the most influential cities in medieval Europe.