Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
Optional Activities
- Explore Paris after dark at your leisure
Landmarks Eiffel Tower 
- Day 2
Vernon
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)
Included Activities
- In the footsteps of Claude Monet: Guided tour of Giverny Gardens and Monet's home
- Welcome dinner on board
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour of Giverny: Self-guided bicycle ride from Vernon (approximately 5km each way) to Giverny on a flat, easy cycle path, followed by a visit to Monet's house and garden
Landmarks Giverny Gardens Monet's House 
- Day 3
Rouen
Included 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
Included Activities
- Historic Normandy: Allied Landing Sites: Full-day experience with D-Day Landings beaches, memorials, and museum visits
Optional Activities
- Normandy's Maritime Past: From Vikings to La Mora (extra expense): Tour of maritime heritage culminating in visit to historic replica of William the Conqueror's flagship. Activity Level: Moderate, Duration: 2 hours
Landmarks D-Day Landings Beaches 
- Day 5
Honfleur
Included 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
Included 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
Included 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
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Welcome drink with tour director and fellow guests
- Day 9
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
- Meals
- Breakfast
