Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
ParisLandmarks Paris 
- Day 2
Conflans
ConflansIncluded Activities
- Wander the quiet streets and riverside pathway of Conflans-Saint Honorine
- Visit the beautiful ancient church in Conflans-Saint Honorine
Optional Activities
- Visit to Auvers-Sur-Oise: Travel to the village where Vincent van Gogh painted his final masterpieces, see landmarks immortalised in his works including Notre Dame de l'Assomption church, entry to Van Gogh's room (the attic he rented during his final months), and free time to wander through the village
- Chantilly Castle and gardens: Guided tour of the castle built by Henri D'Orleans, see fine art collections, explore the gardens, and enjoy free time (Note: Chantilly Castle closed Tuesdays - replaced with Versailles Palace and Garden visit)
- Active walk with Musée de la Batellerie: Guided tour of the Inland Water Transport Museum in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine
Landmarks Conflans-Saint Honorine Notre Dame de l'Assomption Auvers-Sur-Oise Chantilly Castle Versailles Palace and Garden Musée de la Batellerie - Day 3
Rouen
RouenIncluded Activities
- Evening lecture about Operation Fortitude and daily life of Honfleur's citizens during the D-Day campaign in World War II
Optional Activities
- Rouen city tour: Guided tour to see the cathedral district, old marketplace, and Saint Maclou Quarter, medieval alleys and half-timbered houses, learn about Joan of Arc and where she was put to death in 1431, with free time afterwards
- Guided tour of Rouen with 'Rollo the Viking': Authentically costumed guide dressed as the Viking warlord Rollo the Walker, tour the city learning about Viking raiders, focus on the city's medieval past with free time to explore afterwards
- In the footsteps of Joan of Arc: Captivating walking tour through Rouen exploring Joan of Arc's story, from St. Ouen Church to Old Market Square where she was martyred
Landmarks Rouen Cathedral Old Market Square Saint Maclou Quarter St. Ouen Church 
- Day 4
Honfleur
HonfleurOptional Activities
- Excursion to the Normandy Beaches including Omaha Beach (US history focused): Visit memorial at Utah Beach, tour Sainte-Mère-Église where 30 US Paratroopers landed during invasion, lunch at local restaurant, visit Normandy American Cemetery and Visitor Centre, and short stop at Omaha Beach Memorial
- Excursion to the Normandy Beaches including British Normandy Memorial (UK history focused): Visit Bayeux, first liberated town after D-Day, tour Bayeux War Cemetery and Museum of the Battle of Normandy, explore Landing Museum at Arromanches, lunch at local restaurant, visit British Normandy Memorial, Pegasus Bridge & Museum, and Ranville War Cemetery
- Excursion to the Normandy Beaches Including Juno Beach Centre (Canadian history focused): Visit Abbey d'Ardenne founded in 11th century and memorial to Canadian POWs, tour Juno Beach Centre memorial to 20,000 Canadian troops, lunch at local restaurant, visit Bény-sur-Mer Canadian cemetery, and Pegasus Bridge & Museum
- Walking tour of Honfleur: Guided walking tour showing charming Inner Harbour, Church of Sainte-Catherine, and Garden of Personalities, with free time to explore
Landmarks Honfleur Utah Beach Sainte-Mère-Église Normandy American Cemetery Omaha Beach Bayeux Bayeux War Cemetery Museum of the Battle of Normandy Landing Museum at Arromanches British Normandy Memorial Pegasus Bridge & Museum Ranville War Cemetery Abbey d'Ardenne Juno Beach Centre Bény-sur-Mer Canadian cemetery Church of Sainte-Catherine Garden of Personalities Inner Harbour - Day 5
Caudebec-en-Caux
Caudebec-en-CauxOptional Activities
- Fécamp and Benedictine Palace: Coach transfer to historic seaside town surrounded by tall cliffs, guided tour of 19th century Benedictine Palace famous for producing Benedictine liquor containing 27 plants and spices, liqueur tasting included
- Normandy Abbey Road: Guided tour exploring spiritual history of Normandy since the Middle Ages, visiting grand abbeys on the banks of the River Seine
- Cycle to Villequier with Victor Hugo Museum: Active biking tour on e-bikes along River Seine banks on flat eight-kilometre each way route, visit museum dedicated to Victor Hugo the famous French poet, playwright and novelist, return to ship
- Lillebonne tour: Walking tour discovering Roman history of Normandy with guide dressed in full armour as one of Caesar's Roman legionaries, explore the largest Roman amphitheatre in northern Europe where over 10,000 spectators watched gladiators
Landmarks Caudebec-en-Caux Notre Dame Caudebec-en-Caux Fécamp Benedictine Palace Villequier Victor Hugo Museum Lillebonne Roman Amphitheatre of Lillebonne - Day 6
Vernon - La Roche-Guyon
Vernon - La Roche-GuyonIncluded Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Château de La Roche Guyon: Short walk from ship to 16th-century château built into chalk hillside, walk through manicured orchard and vegetable gardens, admire decorative walls, ceilings and tapestries, welcome drink and classical concert featuring music by French composers
Optional Activities
- Monet's House and Garden: Journey to Giverny to tour the town and visit the home of the founder of Impressionism, see Japanese-inspired water garden with lilies that inspired his most famous works, free time to explore at your own leisure
- Self-guided cycle from Vernon to Giverny: Self-guided e-bike tour from Vernon to Giverny approximately five kilometres each way, option to visit Monet's House and Garden or explore the charming town, return to ship
Landmarks Vernon Giverny Monet's House and Garden Château de La Roche Guyon 
- Day 7
Paris
ParisOptional Activities
- Trendy Marais with a local Parisian: Guided walking tour of the Marais district with a Parisian guide, exploring the melting pot of cultures, fascinating history, opulent architecture, eclectic arts scene and high-end fashion
- Highlights of Paris city tour: Coach tour with local guide to see famous sites including the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and the 1163-built Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral (recently reopened after devastating fire in 2019)
- Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte: Coach to the Champs-Élysées and Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte located one hour's drive from Paris, credited as the founding French formal garden that inspired Versailles, explore stunning manicured hedges creating theatrical setting
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Notre Dame Cathedral Marais District Arc de Triomphe Concorde Square Champs-Élysées Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte - Day 8
Nice
NiceLandmarks Nice - Day 9
Nice
Nice- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant chosen to reflect the effortless charm and culinary excellence of the French Riviera)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Nice including Promenade des Anglais, Place Masséna, and Vieux Nice
- Included dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks Promenade des Anglais Place Masséna Vieux Nice - Day 10
Nice
NiceOptional Activities
- Excursion to Monte Carlo: City tour to see the Prince's Palace, the renowned Casino, the circuit of one of the most breathtaking Formula One races, and more
- Saint-Paul de Vence: Wander the timeless streets that inspired artists like Picasso and Chagall, explore medieval architecture, lively markets, and artistic spirit of this picturesque town
Landmarks Monte Carlo Prince's Palace Casino Monte Carlo Formula One Circuit Saint-Paul de Vence - Day 11
Nice
Nice- Meals
- Breakfast
