River Cruise Itinerary

Spend 2 nights in romantic Paris, the '''City of Light,''' followed by a 7-night roundtrip Paris cruise along the Seine river through the heart of Normandy

1. Day 1
   Thu, Oct 10, 2024

   EMBARKATION ''' PARIS, FRANCE. Board your ship in Paris for your Impressions of the Seine & Paris cruise. (D)
2. Day 2
   Fri, Oct 11, 2024

   PARIS. Experience the '''City of Light''' from a unique perspective when you board a modern river boat at the Port de la Bourdonnais, located on the banks of the Seine River near the Eiffel Tower. With exterior seating and viewing platforms, your one-hour cruise will be a dream come true as you glide along the river and underneath Paris'''s ornate bridges. From the boat, you will take in panoramic views of the city'''s iconic buildings and monuments, including the Musee d'''Orsay and the Notre Dame Cathedral. (B,L,D)
3. Day 3
   Sat, Oct 12, 2024

   MANTES-LA-JOLIE ''' LA ROCHE-GUYON, FRANCE. Watch the scenery go by as you sail to Mantes-La-Jolie, a historic center where French creatives produced musical instruments and visual art. Experience the world through your taste buds and join a tasting tour during which you'''ll get a chance to try the region'''s famous apple-based calvados, cider and cheese. Alternatively, go on a city tour during which you may see some of Mantes-La-Jolie'''s beautiful religious structures, like the Gothic Notre Dame de Mantes, followed by a unique visit to a local bee farm. Or visit the distinctive Ch''teau d'''Anet, an elegant Renaissance ch''teau built in the 16th century by King Henri II for his mistress, Diane de Poiters. (B,L,D)
4. Day 4
   Sun, Oct 13, 2024

   VERNON, FRANCE. Take in the scenery on a scenic cruise before disembarking the ship to experience the colorful splendor of Claude Monet'''s magnificent gardens at his former home in Giverny, admiring the water lilies, Japanese bridges and graceful willow trees immortalized in his paintings. For a more active adventure, pedal through Vernon on a guided bike tour. Alternatively, take a walking tour of Monet'''s home and garden, exploring the grounds of Giverny with plenty of time to smell the roses. Or journey to Ch''teau de la Roche-Guyon, a picturesque Renaissance-style castle, as well as the beautiful Gardens d'''Acquigny, boasting waterfalls, bridges, canals and a wide variety of trees and plant life. (B,L,D)
5. Day 5
   Mon, Oct 14, 2024

   ROUEN, FRANCE. Spend the morning enjoying medieval Rouen with a choice of several excursions. Join a walking tour past the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, painted numerous times by Monet, and see the square where Joan of Arc was martyred, as well as the Medieval Quarter and Great Clock. Alternatively, delve into the once '''haunted''' Ch''teau de Bonnemare, a 16th-century medieval castle housing a historic cider press, a kitchen rotisserie inspired by the designs of Leonardo da Vinci, and the inspiration for a tragic love poem written by Marie de France. Or go on the '''Tastes of Normandy''' tour, where you'''ll be treated to the delicious flavors of the region, including chocolate, macaron, Norman cheese and cider. Later in the day, cruise through Rouen'''s history-filled streets by bicycle to discover sites like the ossuary of Saint-Maclou, the grand Gothic Rouen Cathedral, and the idyllic trails along the city'''s moat and through its parks before concluding your peaceful ride back to the ship. (B,L,D)
6. Day 6
   Tue, Oct 15, 2024

   CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX, FRANCE ''' LE HAVRE, FRANCE. Visit Bayeux, with a medieval city center and the world-renowned Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the 1066 Norman invasion of England, followed by a visit to Caen, where one of the top sites is the Ch''teau de Caen, an 11th-century castle built by William the Conqueror. Or instead, admire the 30-acre Harcourt Arboretum, with its nearly 3,000 trees, as well as the palatial Ch''teau du Champ de Bataille and the commune of Le Bec-Hellouin, known for its 11th-century abbey. Later, enjoy a scenic cruise from Le Havre to Caudebec-en-Caux, where you can visit Museo Seine, a museum focusing on the history of the Seine River. Then immerse yourself in the enchanting history of Ch''teau d'''''telan, the first Italian Renaissance Ch''teau built in France in 1494, where you may see a wonderful chapel with original wall paintings and the guard house dating back to 1350 in an amazing landscape. (B,L,D)
7. Day 7
   Wed, Oct 16, 2024

   LE HAVRE. There are several different choices of excursions, both during the morning and afternoon, depending on your interests. You can choose between an excursion to the seaside town of Honfleur, renowned for its picturesque harbor, and for being an inspirational site for Impressionist painters. You can also choose a full-day excursion to see the historic Normandy Beaches, where you may visit such sites as the cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach, the artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer and the village of Arromanches, where the remains of the floating harbor used during the WWII landings can be seen. In the afternoon, you have the choice of a city tour of the UNESCO-designated Le Havre, an architectural tour of Le Havre'''s modernist postwar reconstruction, or a bike tour through Le Havre. (B,L,D)
8. Day 8
   Thu, Oct 17, 2024

   LE HAVRE ''' DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your ship in Le Havre and prepare for your return flight home. (B)

Inclusions

• SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
• 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
• Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
• Desk and sitting area
• Bottled water replenished daily
• AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
• Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
• Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
• Internet and Wi-Fi access
• Sun Deck whirlpool and walking track
• Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
• Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
• Daily entertainment including cultural performances
• AWARD-WINNING DINING
• All onboard dining in a variety of venues
• Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
• The Chef'''s Table specialty restaurant
• Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Cha''ne des R''tisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
• La Cha''ne des R''tisseurs exclusive dining experience
• Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
• Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
• Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
• A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
• Immersive tours in every destination
• Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
• Bike tours and hikes
• Special interest tours
• Knowledgeable guides
• Personal headset for easy exploration
• Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
• Land Program
• 2 nights hotel Paris at the Renaissance Paris Le Parc Trocadero Hotel (or similar)
• 3 nights hotel in St. Malo at Royal Emerald Dinard MGallery (or similar)
• 1 night hotel in Paris at the Pullman Charles de Gaulle (or similar)
• Daily Breakfast
• City tours and a variety of excursions

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