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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Europe, France
Cities Visited:
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Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Paris: Welcome to FranceDay 2 Paris-Le Havre (Embarkation): Time at leisure in Paris; transfer to Le Havre; onboard welcome reception Day 3 Le Havre: Guided tourDay 4 Caudebec. Excursions to Normandy: Choice of full day excursions to Normandy landing beaches, or'A Taste of Normandy' excursionDay 5 Rouen: Choice of guided tour, see the Astronomical Clock and visit to the cathedral; time at leisureDay 6 Les Andelys-Vernon: Choice of guided tour, or hike to Château Gaillard in Les Andelys; crêpes tasting and pastry demonstration on board; choice of excursions to Giverny or Bizy Castle Day 7 Conflans: Choice of excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise, or excursion to Napoleon and Josephine's Château de Malmaison Day 8 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or'Heart of Paris' walking tour to see Paris-historic sights Day 9 Paris (Disembarkation): Your vacation ends this morning
Overview
Title
Reflections on the Seine (Southbound)
Vacation Overview
Your vacation in France begins with a night in Paris—“The City of Light.” You 'll board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Le Havre and enjoy guided sightseeing in the port town before embarking on your Seine River cruise. You 'll cruise to Caudebec and take an excursion to Normandy. Choose from a selection of excursions, including a tour of the WWII landing beaches at Normandy, with the memorials and monuments to the allied forces, or a “Taste of Normandy” tour to discover the farming traditions and culinary specialties of this area. Continue to Rouen for a walking tour of the village where Joan of Arc was martyred, as well as the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and Astronomical Clock. Sail on to Les Andelys for guided tours of its picturesque village, and nearby castle ruins. Continue your Seine River cruise through France to visit the home of master artist Claude Monet at the gardens of Giverny or visit magnificent Bizy Castle. Next, cruise to Conflans—home of Van Gogh and Bonaparte, to see both provincial inspirations for the artist 's paintings, and grand opulence of the emperor 's home. Your river cruise along the Seine returns to Paris. Discover the true heart of Paris on a guided walk through the sites of Paris ' rich history, or take a tour to see the iconic city landmarks of the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and more. You 'll long reflect on this remarkable cruise on the Seine River, with panoramic views and the remembrances of history, heroes, and artists brought to life.
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- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:PARIS, FRANCE Bienvenue en France! Your day is free to explore the world 's most romantic city. Get acquainted with the City of Lights today with some shopping, strolling, or with a croissant and café au lait to watch the world go by amid the Parisian cityscape.
Day 2:PARIS-LE HAVRE (EMBARKATION) Welcome to France! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.Enjoy some free time in Paris today, before transfer to Le Havre and board your cruise on the Seine. Tonight, enjoy dinner on board and explore your Suite Ship®.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LE HAVRE(B,D)Day 3:LE HAVRE Where the Seine meets the English ChannelVisit the Adventure Center for today 's activities with your Adventure Host.
CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour to Le Havre and discover the modern architecture of its city center, rebuilt by Auguste Perret and part of the World Heritage of HumanityThis afternoon, you may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the old seaside town of Honfleur. With its 16th- to 18th-century townhouses, half-timber houses, and cobbled streets, Honfleur inspired the works of master artists Monet and Boudin.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CAUDEBEC(B,L,D)Day 4:CAUDEBEC. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY Heroic Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions
CLASSIC Join a Guided Visit to the WWII landing beaches of Normandy. Take a full-day tour of significant U.S. sites, including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery, OR: CLASSIC Take a full-day Guided Tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites, including the British cemetery, Pegasus Memorial, the seaside town of Arromanches, the Juno Beach Center, and the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, OR: CLASSIC Join “A Taste of Normandy” Guided Tour for an in-depth look at this rich agricultural region. See the famous Bayeux Tapestry, visit the beautiful village of Beuvron en Auge and taste Calvados apple brandy at a local distilleryLater, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship while sailing to Rouen.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ROUEN(B,L,D)Day 5:ROUEN The Cathedral of Our Lady, and a Heroine for France
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of Rouen—home of the martyred Saint Joan of Arc—and see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and Notre-Dame Cathedral, OR:ACTIVE Take a Guided Bike Tour to discover and explore the most famous mounuments and the lesser known hidden gemso fo Rouen on two wheelsLater, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ROUEN(B,L,D)Day 6:LES ANDELYS Serenity on the Seine
CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys—one of France 's most picturesque spots on the Seine. Visit the Saint Sauveur 's Church of Le Petit Andely, OR:ACTIVE Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins of Château Gaillard—historic home of King Richard the Lionheart and a masterpiece of medieval military architectureDuring lunchtime, enjoy a beautiful cruise to Vernon.
VERNONMonet 's Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crêpes du Jour
CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of Giverny, home and inspiration of the master impressionist painter Claude Monet. Walk the grounds and see Monet 's charming residence, and the flower and water gardens captured in his masterpieces, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Visit to Bizy Castle—“Normandy 's Versailles”—with its magnificent courtyard, water garden, and stablesEVENING CRUISE TO CONFLANS(B,L,D)Day 7:CONFLANS The Footsteps of Van Gogh and Bonaparte Join your Adventure Host for today 's special activities.
CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of Auvers-sur-Oise, and walk in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh, who lived, worked, and is buried here. See the landscapes and village scenes captured in his paintings, OR: CLASSIC Take a Guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison—home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife JosephineThis afternoon, cruise to Paris.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS(B,L,D)Day 8:PARIS Cafés, Cathedrals and Canvases in the city of Lights
CLASSIC Discover the ancient heart of Paris on a captivating Guided Walk featuring the Palais-Royal, Louvre pyramid, ancient sites on Île de la Cité, the Left Bank, bustling Latin Quarter, and more, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided City Tour, that shows you the iconic sites of Paris, such as the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, Opéra Garnier, and the famous Champs-ÉlyséesStroll through Paris on your own, or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS(B,L,D)Day 9:PARIS (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
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omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
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All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability and are quoted in U.S. Dollars. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour
operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material
provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates
are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators.
Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices
on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors,
omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to
confirm availability and pricing.
