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Escorted Tour Highlights
Countries Visited:
Europe, France
Cities Visited:
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Sightseeing Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Paris (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception Day 2 Paris: Choice of guided sightseeing or food tour or guided bike tour in the parkDay 3 Conflans: Choice of excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise, or excursion to Napoleon and Josephine 's Château de Malmaison, or demonstration of crem Chantilly in the Château Chantilly, or guided Maisons-Laffite e-biking tourDay 4 Vernon-Les Andelys: In Vernon choice of excursions to Giverny, or food walking tour, or guided bike tour; onboard crêpes and pastry demonstration; in Les Andelys choice of guided tour, or hike to Château Gaillard or excursion to Lyons-la-Forêt Day 5 Rouen: Choice of guided tour, see the Astronomical Clock and visit to the cathedral, or guided kayak tour; time at leisureDay 6 Caudebec. Excursions to Normandy: Choice of full day excursions to Normandy landing beaches, or “A Taste of Normandy” excursion or bike with your Adventure HostDay 7 Le Havre: Choice of Le Havre sightseeing, or visit to the Palais Bénédictine in Fécamp or guided bike tourDay 8 Le Havre (Disembarkation)-Mont St. Michel: Transfer to Mont St. Michel; guided sightseeingDay 9 Mont St. Michel-Saint-Malo: Transfer to Saint Benoît des Ondes with local products tasting; coach transfer or bike to Saint-Malo; guided sightseeingDay 10 Saint-Malo-Paris: Visit of Notre-Dame de Chartres Cathedral; transfer to ParisDay 11 Paris: Your vacation ends this morning
Overview
Title
Active & Discovery on the Seine with 1 Night in Mont St. Michel & 1 Night in Saint-Malo (Northbound)
Vacation Overview
Begin your panoramic French river cruise on the Seine with a visit to Paris—"The City of Light.” Discover the true heart of Paris on a guided walk through the sites of Paris ' rich history, or explore the city by bike or enjoy a walking food tour. Cruise to Conflans and choose between an excursion to visit Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine 's Château de Malmaison. As an alternative, you may want to join an e-bike tour to the Château de Maisons-Lafitte or learn how to prepare a Chantilly cream. In Vernon enjoy a food walking tour or experience the city by bike. Your river cruise on the Seine sails on to Les Andelys where you have plenty of choices, from a guided tour to a hike experience or a visit to Lyons-la-Forêt. 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. Alternatively, enjoy a guided kayak tour. 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. In Le Havre you can choose between a city sightseeing, a bike tour or a visit to the Palais Bénédictine in Fécamp. You 'll transfer to Mont St. Michel for a guided tour of the magnificent abbey, one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Next day bike to Saint-Malo and stop in Saint-Benoit-des-Ondes for a tasting of local products, before enjoying a city sightseeing. Next day, visit the Notre-Dame de Chartres cathedral. Your French river cruise concludes with a transfer to Paris for an overnight stay to celebrate your Seine River experience.
Year Round Offers
- Single Supplement Waived on Select River Cruises
- Save $100 per person on Groups of 5 or more
Day 1:PARIS, FRANCE (EMBARKATION) Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.Your day is free to explore the world 's most romantic city before embarking on your cruise on the Seine. 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.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS(D)Day 2:PARIS Cafés, Cathedrals, and Canvases—The City of Lights Truly Shines
ACTIVE Hop on a bike to explore Paris like a local. Coast along the banks of the Seine, and go where the Parisians, young and old, come out to play, OR:DISCOVERY Immerse yourself on our Food and Cultural Tour of Paris where you will find out why the French food and culinary tradition has been even added to the UNESCO heritage list, OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing, which will show you magnificent must-see sights.This afternoon, you may want to choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available.Alternatively, stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CONFLANS (B,L,D) Day 3:CONFLANS Walk in the Footsteps of Van Gogh and Bonaparte Join your Adventure Host for today 's special activities.
ACTIVE This Guided E-bike Tour will take you to the Château de Maisons-Lafitte where you will enjoy a special snack, OR:DISCOVERY Travel to the Chantilly Castle on your own where the experts of the Confrérie des Chevaliers Fouetteurs de crème Chantilly will show you how to prepare your own Chantilly cream, OR: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 Josephine.Enjoy an afternoon sailing to Vernon. This evening, enjoy onboard live entertainment after dinner.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VERNON(B,L,D)Day 4:VERNON Monet 's Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crêpes du Jour
ACTIVE Enjoy a scenic Guide Bike Tour from Vernon to the picturesque Giverny, OR:DISCOVERY Enjoy and learn all about the Normandy cheese trail and traditional French pastries during this Guided Walking Tour, OR: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.DISCOVERY While sailing, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crêpes, followed by a Pastry Demonstration.This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys.
LES ANDELYSSerenity on the Seine 's Most Beautiful Riverbends
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 architecture, OR:DISCOVERY Visit one of'most beautiful villages of France' situated in a beautiful forested setting in Normandy. Afterwards discover the legends of the haunted Abbey de Mortemere and the fountain of singles, OR: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.Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROUEN (B,L,D)Day 5:ROUEN The Cathedral of Notre-Dame, and a Heroine for France
ACTIVE Spend a fun and active day kayaking. Join an expert guide and paddle your way through areas accessible only by water, OR: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. In the afternoon, you're free to explore the city on your own or to join one of our Optional Excursions.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN ROUEN (B,L,D)Day 6:CAUDEBEC. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY Heroic Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions
ACTIVE Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR: DISCOVERY 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 distillery, OR: 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.OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LE HAVRE (B,L,D)Day 7:LE HAVRE 20th Century Architecture and White Cliffs of Normandy Visit the Adventure Center for today 's activities with your Adventure Host.
ACTIVE Explore the city as only a local would: by bicycle. Cycle up to the quartier Saint François, OR: DISCOVERY Travel to FECAMP to visit the Palais Benedectine where the world famous Benedectine liquor is made. Enjoy a short Self-Guided Tour followed by a cocktail workshop focused around the famous liquor, OR: 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 Humanity. This afternoon, you may want to choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LE HAVRE(B,L,D)Day 8:LE HAVRE (DISEMBARKATION)-MONT ST. MICHEL Bid farewell to your ship 's crew and take a transfer to Mont St. Michel.
CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour to discover Mont St. Michel and its abbey, one of the first UNESCO World Heritage Sites.(B,D)Day 9:MONT ST. MICHEL The magical island at high tide
DISCOVERY Travel to Saint Benoît des Ondes for a delicious taste of local products.ACTIVE Enjoy a Bike Ride to coastal village of Saint-Benoît-des-Ondes.SAINT-MALOBetween piracy and granite walls
CLASSIC Enjoy a Walking Tour of the walled city of Saint Malo famous for his long history of piracy.(B)Day 10:SAINT-MALO-PARISCLASSIC While travelling to Paris, stop for a visit of the 12th-century Notre-Dame de Chartres, one of the world 's most famous gothic cathedrals.Spend your free time strolling through the Champs-Élysées for café au lait and croissants, see the exhibits at the Louvre, visit Montmartre 's Basilica of the Sacré Cœur.
(B)Day 11:PARIS Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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.
Avalon Waterways
Hotels:
Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel
Paris, France
Enjoying an unbeatable location next to the iconic Eiffel Tower, this 456-room sleek, modern hotel offers free Wi-Fi internet access throughout and has a California-inspired Brasserie with open kitchen and stylish wine bar. Other amenities include a large gym on the 9th floor with panoramic rooftop vistas.
Rating: Superior First-Class
Relais Saint Michel
Le Mont St Michel, France
Modern Hotel with Norman-style wood furnishings; outstanding views; situated 1 mile from village & Mont-St-Michel.
Rating: First-Class
Oceania Hotel St. Malo
St.Malo, France
This modern hotel faces the sea and is close to the Sillon Beach and St. Malo Marina.
Guest rooms are air-conditioned and have free Wi-Fi and coffee machines.
Amenities include a terrace bar with panoramic sea-views, a lounge bar serving cocktails and drinks, as well as a fitness room and a hot tub.
Rating: First-Class
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.
