DAY 3, Wednesday - London City Tour
Discover the history, pageantry, and sights of the city with a half day tour of London. View Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey where the King's coronation took place, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace. Drive through fashionable Kensington with its elegant squares and parks and pass the famous Harrods store. Your tour ends in the heart of the city, where you can explore at your leisure
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3, Wednesday - London City Tour
Today is free to explore fascinating London on your own. You may take a ride on the London Eye, visit Tate Modern, Madame Tussauds, or the British Museum. This morning perhaps join the optional tour of the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral
Optional: Tower of London & St. Paul's Cathedral (AM)
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4, Thursday - Full Day in London
Today, transfer to the train station for your trip to Paris via the Chunnel, the 31-mile-long underwater tunnel. Upon arrival in Paris, transfer to the port to embark on your cruise. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Friday - Travel to Paris via the Chunnel, Cruise Embarkation
Arrive at Les Andelys and enjoy an informative presentation on Château Gaillard. Disembark and head up to Château Gaillard, built by Richard the Lionheart. Explore the grounds and admire the panoramic views of the Seine and of the charming town at the foot of the hill before returning to the ship. On board, attend a lecture on the life of Joan of Arc
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Saturday - Les Andelys
Today, join the optional full day tour to the Normandy Beaches. Immerse yourself in World War II history during this tour. View Utah Beach and then make a stop at the Ranger Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Continue east to visit Omaha Beach and the site of the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. The cemetery covers 172.5 acres and contains the graves of 9,387 American soldiers. If you choose to remain onboard, spend the day at leisure in Le Havre
Optional: Full Day Normandy Beaches
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Sunday - Le Havre
This morning, continue sailing toward Rouen, or join the optional Half Day Honfleur. Discover the historic city of Honfleur. View Vieux Bassin, the old harbor with its half-timbered houses and colorful boats, the Church of Saint-Etienne, Sainte-Catherine Church, built entirely out of wood, and the Lieutenancy, an ancient medieval fortification. Conclude the tour with a tasting of local cider and fresh crepes. After lunch on board, take a walking tour of the medieval quarter of Rouen. View the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral, which inspired Claude Monet's cathedral series, and the famous Gros Horloge, a 16th century astronomical clock. Walk through the cobblestone streets lined with half-timbered storybook houses, and view the courthouse and the Market Square where Joan of Arc was martyred
Optional: Half Day Honfleur (AM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Monday - Rouen
Arrive in Vernon this morning and disembark the ship for your excursion to Giverny, home of Claude Monet, one of the world's greatest impressionist painters. Walk through the famous gardens where he created many of his masterpieces, including the renowned Water Lilies series. In the afternoon, spend free time discovering Vernon before you set sail for Paris
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Tuesday - Vernon, Giverny
The ship docks in Conflans this morning. Embark on a tour of the quaint town of Auvers-sur-Oise and learn about Van Gogh's troubled life. View the Ravoux Inn, where he rented a room and spent the final months of his life. During his time in Auvers-sur-Oise, Van Gogh was very prolific and painted over 70 works. View the cemetery where he is buried, then return to the ship for lunch. This afternoon, perhaps join the optional tour to magnificent Versailles to witness the grandeur of French classical architecture
Optional: Palace of Versailles (PM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Wednesday - Arrive in Conflans, Auvers-Sur-Oise
Begin the day in Paris with a panoramic tour, including a drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. View the iconic Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides, the Latin Quarter, and the lively Opera district. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or choose the optional half day tour to Montmartre. Explore Montmartre with its bohemian vibe. View the Moulin Rouge and walk along the winding lanes to mingle with street artists selling their wares at Place du Tertre. Spectacular views of the city await you from the steps of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Afterward, enjoy a drink at a local bistro
Optional: Half Day Montmartre (PM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11, Thursday - Panoramic Tour of Paris
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 AM. Passengers should select flights that depart no earlier than 6 AM
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Friday - Depart France
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