Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
ParisIncluded Activities
- Airport transfer to Emerald Star-Ship
Optional Activities
- Explore Paris after dark
Landmarks Paris 
- Day 2
Vernon
Vernon- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Tour of Giverny Gardens and Monet's home
- Walk through Monet's house and restored gardens
- Explore Water Lilies garden that inspired Monet's paintings
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour of Giverny (approximately 5km each way from Vernon on flat, easy cycle path)
- Paint Like Monet (extra expense)
- Rouen by Night (extra expense)
Landmarks Giverny Gardens Monet's House Water Lilies Garden 
- Day 3
Rouen
RouenIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Rouen: Guided walk through medieval centre, Old Marketplace, Cathedral district, and Saint Maclou Quarter with tales of Viking history and Joan of Arc
- World War II lecture on board about Normandy's D-Day Landings
Optional Activities
- Active walk in Rouen: More energetic guided exploration through historic streets and picturesque cobbled laneways
Landmarks Notre-Dame Cathedral Old Marketplace (Vieux Marché) Saint Maclou Quarter 
- Day 4
Honfleur
Honfleur- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Historic Normandy: Allied Landing Sites - full-day war-themed tour including Normandy beaches, memorials, and museum honouring the D-Day Landings of 1944
Optional Activities
- Calvados Immersive experience (extra expense)
Landmarks Honfleur Harbour D-Day Landings Beaches Normandy D-Day Memorials 
- Day 5
Honfleur
HonfleurIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Honfleur with oyster tasting: Explore quaint streets, admire St. Catherine Church (largest wooden church in France), and savour fresh oyster tasting
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour of Honfleur: Cycle past main sights, along waterfront, and into charming cobblestone squares with guide sharing stories about the city and local life
Landmarks St. Catherine Church - Day 6
Les Andelys - La Roche Guyon
Les Andelys - La Roche GuyonIncluded Activities
- Exclusive local cider farm visit with tasting: Learn traditional cider-making methods from locally-grown apples and taste authentic local products
Optional Activities
- Hike to Château Gaillard: Guided hike up to the 12th-century medieval fortress built by Richard the Lionheart with breathtaking views across the River Seine
Landmarks Château Gaillard - Day 7
La Roche Guyon
La Roche GuyonIncluded Activities
- Visit to Château Guyon & Gardens: Explore the beautifully preserved 14th-century estate with tranquil pathways, meticulously maintained gardens, and elegant period rooms
Optional Activities
- Kayak on the Seine: Active kayaking tour along calm waters with views of the town, lush greenery, and towering limestone cliffs
- In the footsteps of Van Gogh (extra expense): Walking tour through Auvers-sur-Oise visiting Vincent Van Gogh's last residence and resting place. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 3 hours
Landmarks Château de La Roche-Guyon Vexin National Park Auvers-sur-Oise - Day 8
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Welcome drink with tour director and fellow guests
- Day 9
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided bus tour of Paris and Seine River cruise: Tour of classic Parisian highlights including Notre-Dame Cathedral and Arc de Triomphe, followed by a river cruise along the Seine with views of the Eiffel Tower and picturesque riverscapes
Optional Activities
- Explore Paris independently: Discover the French capital's exceptional heritage, arts, cuisine, and café culture at your own pace
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Notre-Dame Cathedral Arc de Triomphe - Day 10
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
