Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Bordeaux
Bordeaux- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Diamond cruise ship
Optional Activities
- Join locals for wine by the water
Landmarks Bordeaux City - Day 2
Bordeaux to Libourne
Bordeaux to Libourne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise from Bordeaux to Libourne
- Guided tour of Saint-Émilion
- Visit Monolithic Church
Optional Activities
- Moonlit stroll along the river
- Visit local pubs and wine bars
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church Libourne - Day 3
Libourne to Pauillac
Libourne to Pauillac- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Libourne (morning)
- Cruise to Pauillac (afternoon)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne: guided tour exploring wool, wine, salt and wood trade history, 16th century maison de maître, 71-metre Gothic church spire
- Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion: visit famous vineyard, taste red blends with merlot and cabernet franc grapes
- Secrets of the Dordogne - Château de Vayres legends: guided tour of medieval, Renaissance and 17th century architecture, tapestries and period furnishings
- Cycling from Libourne: cycle through rolling hills and vineyard-covered slopes of Fronsac with medieval châteaux, refreshment stop with views over Libourne
- Paint and pour: art class on Sun Deck with local artist, learn watercolor painting techniques, sip local wines
Landmarks Libourne Saint-Émilion Château de Vayres Fronsac Pauillac - Day 4
Pauillac to Fort Médoc
Pauillac to Fort Médoc- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Fort Médoc
Optional Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach: travel through picturesque region with 16,000 hectares of vineyards across eight appellations, visit local winery for tasting
- Médoc wine tasting by bicycle: e-bike tour through Médoc countryside past grand aristocratic châteaux, sample finest wines at prestigious estate
- Classical Concert at Château d'Agassac (Scenic Enrich): 13th century winery, glass of wine on arrival, live classical music performance
Landmarks Pauillac Médoc Wine Region Château d'Agassac - Day 5
Fort Médoc to Cadillac
Fort Médoc to Cadillac- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Cadillac
Optional Activities
- Massage treatment
- Scenic Culinaire cooking demonstration
Landmarks Cadillac - Day 6
Cadillac to Bordeaux
Cadillac to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Bordeaux
Optional Activities
- Sauternes by coach: picturesque region tour, expert guides on botrytised grapes, fermentation and aging, guided winery tour and tasting
- Sauternes by bike: active cycling through rolling vineyards, approximately two hours including rest stops, mostly flat terrain, visit local wine estate for tour and tasting
- Roquetaillade Castle (afternoon): tour magnificent medieval fortress with 8th century origins, inhabited by same family for 700+ years
- Biking in the Loupiac wine region (afternoon): cycle lush landscapes with local guide, view Château Benauge, ride through gently rolling backroads to Sainte-Croix-du-Mont for regional views
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec (afternoon): guided tour of château history, explore artist's private apartments with his artworks
Landmarks Sauternes Wine Region Château de Roquetaillade Loupiac Wine Region Château Toulouse-Lautrec Bordeaux - Day 7
Bordeaux City
Bordeaux City- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic oyster tasting from Arcachon Bay
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux: coach and walking tour, Gothic cathedral, Place de la Bourse, Cailhau Gate, free exploration time
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux: guided cycling through historic city, cross bridges, visit Royal Gate and Palais Rohan, sample canelé custard cake
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire: shop at local food market, taste regional ingredients, return for cooking demonstration in Scenic Culinaire (not available Mondays)
- Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII: immersive walking tour, resistance, sacrifice and survival stories
- Bassins des Lumières (Scenic Enrich): former WWII submarine base, glass of Champagne on arrival, exclusive customized digital art show
Landmarks Bordeaux Cathedral Place de la Bourse Cailhau Gate Royal Gate Palais Rohan Bassins des Lumières - Day 8
Bordeaux to Bourg
Bordeaux to Bourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Bourg
Optional Activities
- Cité du Vin museum: local tram to museum, engaging interactive journey, nearly 20 themed exhibits, global wine discovery across different times and cultures
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike and sidecar: ride through historic Chatrons district, stylish Rue Notre Dame, riverside quays along Garonne, right bank vibrant Saint-Pierre
- Visit Arcachon: walking tour of charming bayside town, unique architectural style, end near Baltard Market for free time to savour local delicacies and seafood
- Eleanor of Aquitaine - Story of the Queen who ruled France and England: immersive journey through Bordeaux's historic heart, explore most powerful woman of Middle Ages holding crowns of both England and France
Landmarks Cité du Vin Chatrons District Rue Notre Dame Saint-Pierre Arcachon Baltard Market Bourg - Day 9
Bourg
Bourg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise ship remains docked in Bourg
Optional Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum: guided walk through charming streets to main square, historic Citadel, Horse Carriage Museum
- Historic Saintes: tour of town steeped in 2,000 years of history, Arch of Germanicus (Roman past), World Heritage-listed Saint-Eutrope Basilica
- Full day excursion to Cognac: guided walking tour of fortified city renowned for finest brandy, included lunch, tour Rémy Martin estate, brandy sampling
Landmarks Bourg Citadel of Bourg Horse Carriage Museum Saintes Arch of Germanicus Saint-Eutrope Basilica Cognac Rémy Martin Estate - Day 10
Bourg to Blaye to Bordeaux
Bourg to Blaye to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Blaye
- Cruise from Blaye to Bordeaux
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye: local guide through charming town, World Heritage site, 17th-century Vauban Citadel, picturesque streets revealing historical significance and architectural treasures
- Active walking tour of Blaye: tour Citadel with local guide, learn defence system created by architect Sébastien Vauban
- Cycling along the Captain's Road: active cycling tour, named after WWI Captains who purchased homes along waterway early 20th century, pass riverside villages, ancient villa ruins, manor houses, limestone quarries
- Visit Château de La Roche Courbon: originally fortress, transformed over centuries to elegantly restored Renaissance château, family owned and inhabited, superb gardens
Landmarks Blaye Vauban Citadel Captain's Road Château de La Roche Courbon - Day 11
Bordeaux to Lyon
Bordeaux to Lyon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Included flight Bordeaux to Lyon
- Embark Scenic Sapphire
Landmarks Lyon - Day 12
Lyon to Vienne
Lyon to Vienne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Vienne
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman theatre: uncover city history once conquered by Julius Caesar, visit best-preserved Roman theatres built against steep slopes, held 10,000+ spectators
- Cycling tour of Vienne: discover city's glory days on two wheels, cycle past magnificent Roman temple, Emperor Augustus monument, ruins of district with bath houses and villas, detour to lush Ile Barlet River Island
Landmarks Vienne Roman Theatre of Vienne Vienne Pyramid Ile Barlet River Island - Day 13
Châteauneuf-du-Pape to Arles
Châteauneuf-du-Pape to Arles- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Châteauneuf-du-Pape area
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape: fertile Rhône banks with Côte du Rhône vineyards, centuries of wine production history, sample region's most celebrated wines
- Chocolate workshop: tour Chocolaterie Castelain, live chocolate-making demonstration, tasting session, signature artisanal chocolates infused with local Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine paired with regional wines and delicacies
- Bike tour along the Rhône: gentle cycling on ViaRhôna paths along beautiful Rhône riverbanks, peaceful landscape with vineyards on both sides, reach impressive Passerelle de l'Oiselay pedestrian and cycle bridge with stunning panoramic views
Landmarks Châteauneuf-du-Pape Chocolaterie Castelain ViaRhôna Passerelle de l'Oiselay Arles - Day 14
Arles to Avignon
Arles to Avignon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Avignon
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles: local guide walking tour, heart of Arles, Arènes d'Arles 20,000-seat Roman amphitheatre built 90 AD, still in use today, vibrant colours and striking light inspiring artists
- Visit Les Baux with Carrières des Lumières: journey to stunning medieval village, Carrières des Lumières former quarry now 7,000 square-metre site with immersive visual and musical installation highlighting notable artists' works
- Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill: visit local farm learning olive oil production techniques, owner shares regional life experience and traditional Provençal recipes
- Discovery of lavender - from field to perfume (late June to mid-August): visit organic farm specializing in essential oils from lavender, thyme, rosemary and herbs, learn health benefits, discover extraction process, create own natural fragrant lavender mist with organic essential oil
- Following Vincent - Van Gogh's Arles: walking tour through sunlit streets and historic sites, trace artist's journey during 15 months in Provençal town, experience colours and atmosphere that shaped his genius
Landmarks Arles Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières des Lumières Avignon - Day 15
Avignon
Avignon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Avignon
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including Pope's Palace: guided walk through Avignon, historic city walls, Palais des Papes (home to Papacy and seat of Western Christianity 14th century), cobblestoned streets and numerous palace steps (moderate fitness required)
- Excursion to Pont Du Gard: guided tour of ancient Roman aqueduct, dating to middle of first century, engineering masterpiece designed to carry water to city of Nîmes
- Shop with a Chef & Scenic Culinaire: visit local market with Scenic chef, shop for and sample best regional ingredients, return for interactive cooking demonstration (Avignon Market closed Mondays)
- Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénanque Abbey: visit Gordes village considered one of France's most beautiful, stone buildings spiral around rock with church and castle at apex, later visit picturesque Sénanque Abbey
- Classical concert at the Palais des Papes (Scenic Enrich): exclusive gala dinner and classical concert from trio of musicians inside grandiose palace, very room Pope used to dine, immersed in classical pieces within palace walls
Landmarks Avignon Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Pont du Gard Gordes Sénanque Abbey Le Rocher des Doms - Day 16
Viviers
Viviers- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Viviers
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers (morning): local guide explore monuments and architectural treasures, Cathedral of St. Vincent first built 11th century now resplendent in 18th century Gothic style with Renaissance facade, free time to explore
- French Resistance walking tour (morning): walking tour of Viviers, stories of French Resistance against Nazi Occupation, learn local stories of heroism and daring missions
- WWII in Viviers (morning): guided walk reveal layered history and dramatic past, Rhône Valley pivotal stage in Battle of Montélimar, Allied and German forces clashed August 1944 during push to liberate southern France, learn why studied at West Point
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum (afternoon): explore mountains and medieval fortress ruins, immerse in Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica in world, original too fragile for public access, replica built kilometres away
- Côtes du Rhône Villages tasting (afternoon): guided tasting tour through Rhône Valley heart, discover rich flavours of Côtes du Rhône villages wines, warm rustic atmosphere exploring wines capturing charm and character of southern France
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence (afternoon): local guide exploration of beautiful provincial town, see mighty castle dominating town, Collegiate Church of Holy Saviour, free time at leisure
Landmarks Viviers Cathedral of St. Vincent Ardèche Nature Park Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Côtes du Rhône Villages Grignan Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour - Day 17
Tournon
Tournon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dessert buffet on board with local pastry chef creations
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon: explore town on foot, learn fascinating history, visit castle built 10th-16th centuries still dominating town, free time, option to cross France's oldest suspension bridge to neighbouring Tain l'Hermitage home to prestigious chocolatiers Valrhona
- Hiking through vineyards in Tournon: get close to nature hiking through sloping vineyards overlooking Rhône River above Tournon, learn about local wine production, taste delicious regional wines
- Biking along the Rhône: cycle picturesque banks of Rhône River past charming villages with spectacular scenery to nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Tournon Castle Tain l'Hermitage Valrhona Glun - Day 18
Lyon
Lyon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Lyon
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon: discover historic significance, traverse hidden traboules and secret passageways dating fourth century, visit Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourviève offering fabulous vantage point for views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouges: visit medieval walled village located atop hill overlooking Ain River, beautifully preserved featuring vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and market square centred around centuries-old lime tree (high fitness level recommended due to uneven surfaces and lots of walking both uphill and downhill)
- Silk painting workshop: learn about history and process of silk painting, Lyon rich heritage of silk production dating back almost five centuries to Louis XI who chose city as potential base, in 19th century silk was one of city's largest industries
- Choral concert at Chapelle de la Trinite (Scenic Enrich): admire beauty of one of city's grandest Baroque buildings Trinity Chapel built 17th century, interior decadently covered in Carrara marble, exclusive to Scenic guests immersed in breath-taking acapella choir performance
Landmarks Lyon Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourviève Pérouges Chapelle de la Trinite - Day 19
Mâcon
Mâcon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Exclusive dinner prepared by Michelin-starred Chef Didier Goiffon in Crystal Dining featuring authentic regional French gastronomy)
Included Activities
- Cooperage demonstration
- Exclusive Michelin-starred dinner with Chef Didier Goiffon
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Cluny and Cluny Abbey (morning): step back to medieval town famous for Benedictine Abbey once largest Christian building in world, tour impressive town, learn history, soak up charm during free time
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin (morning): transfer by coach to historic castle built 1606, fascinating history lovingly restored, admire castle's gilded rooms, moat, water features, 10+ hectares manicured gardens on guided tour
- Truffle tasting (morning): meet local truffle farmer and hound, learn tricks and techniques of truffle farming, enjoy tasting of truffle butter plus chocolate mousse with truffles
- Tour of Tournus (morning): stroll through picturesque narrow streets lined with pastel-coloured buildings, captivating journey through Tournus' rich historical and cultural heritage, highlights include remarkable Hôtel-Dieu beautifully restored 18th century hospital, stunning Saint-Philibert Abbey dating 12th century
Landmarks Mâcon Cluny Cluny Abbey Château de Cormatin Tournus Hôtel-Dieu de Tournus Saint-Philibert Abbey - Day 20
Mâcon
Mâcon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Mâcon
Optional Activities
- Beaujolais wine region: drive through rolling hills of world-famous Beaujolais wine region, meet local vintner, discover wine production, enjoy sampling region's best wines
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration: learn story of village of Vonnas gourmet destination home to Michelin-star chef George Blanc, visit one of his famed restaurants for interactive cooking demonstration featuring classic French dishes
- Monastère Royal de Brou and Bourg-en-Bresse: guided tour of cultural treasures of Bourg-en-Bresse featuring stunning Monastère Royal de Brou, 16th century masterpiece commissioned by Margaret of Austria combining flamboyant Gothic architecture with refined Renaissance artistry, now museum showcasing centuries of Flemish and Netherlandish art
Landmarks Beaujolais Wine Region Vonnas Bourg-en-Bresse Monastère Royal de Brou - Day 21
Lyon to Paris
Lyon to Paris- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Included train journey Lyon to Paris
- Embark Scenic Gem
Landmarks Paris - Day 22
Paris to Les Andelys
Paris to Les Andelys- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Les Andelys
Optional Activities
- Hike to Château Gaillard with 'Richard the Lionheart': Medieval-themed walking tour with guide in traditional attire, uncover historical secrets of Les Andelys, venture up to Lionheart's castle Château Gaillard, wander among remnants
- Tour of Les Andelys with Château Gaillard: explore picturesque Norman town on banks of River Seine with local guide before reaching Château overlooking city
- Cider farm visit: experience Normandy's cider production embodying artisanal craftsmanship and rural charm, visit local farm see process in action, taste distinctive effervescent drink
- Renaissance-era Château Gaillon: explore extraordinary 16th-century château one of earliest Renaissance-style châteaux in France, admire remnants of lavish interior, learn importance to French history
Landmarks Les Andelys Château Gaillard Château Gaillon - Day 23
Rouen
Rouen- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Evening WWI Lecture - A day in the life of a Tommy
Optional Activities
- Rouen city tour: guided tour, Victor Hugo described as 'city of a hundred spires', visit cathedral district, old marketplace, Saint-Maclou Quarter, Medieval alleys and half-timbered houses, learn Joan of Arc story, see where put to death 1431, free time afterwards
- Guided tour of Rouen with Rollo the Viking: authentically dressed as Viking warlord Rollo the Walker famously too tall to ride horse, guide around city learning about Viking raiders who made Rouen capital, tour focuses Medieval past, free time afterwards
- In the footsteps of Joan of Arc: captivating walking tour through Rouen discovering gripping heroic story of Joan of Arc, immerse in dramatic narrative from magnificent but haunting St. Ouen Church silent witness to faith and trials, to evocative Old Market Square site of fiery martyrdom
Landmarks Rouen Rouen Cathedral Saint-Maclou Quarter St. Ouen Church Old Market Square - Day 24
Rouen
Rouen- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dessert buffet on board with local pastry chef creations
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Somme Battlefields including Newfoundland Memorial Park: full day excursion to WWI Battle of Somme site claiming 150,000+ soldiers from Britain and Commonwealth, visit Australian National Memorial (Sir John Monash Centre), Franco-Australian Museum, Lochnagar Crater, Newfoundland Memorial Park largest areas on Western Front showing shell holes and trenches as sign of sombre past
- Excursion to Somme Battlefields including Thiepval: full day excursion same itinerary as above visiting Somme Battlefields, Australian National Memorial (Sir John Monash Centre), Franco-Australian Museum, after lunch travel to Caterpillar Valley Cemetery containing 5,500+ Commonwealth graves, visit Thiepval Memorial to Missing, Lochnagar Crater
- Claude Monet and the colours of Rouen: step into world of Claude Monet exploring city's iconic landmarks inspiring famed Impressionist artist, wander through Rouen's charming Medieval streets with guide sharing rich historical insights and captivating Monet-related anecdotes, see breathtaking Rouen Cathedral immortalized in his famous series of 30+ paintings, visit Musée des Beaux-Arts
Landmarks Somme Battlefields Sir John Monash Centre Franco-Australian Museum Lochnagar Crater Newfoundland Memorial Park Caterpillar Valley Cemetery Thiepval Memorial Rouen Cathedral Musée des Beaux-Arts - Day 25
Honfleur
Honfleur- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Honfleur: charming Inner Harbour, Church of Sainte-Catherine, Garden of Personalities, free exploration time
- French cheese presentation and tasting on board: Normandy's celebrated classics including Camembert de Normandie, Pont-l'Évêque, Neufchâtel
- Lecture on Operation Fortitude and D-Day campaign
Landmarks Honfleur Inner Harbour of Honfleur Church of Sainte-Catherine Garden of Personalities - Day 26
Honfleur
Honfleur- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Honfleur
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Normandy Beaches including Omaha Beach (US history focused): memorial at Utah Beach where 20,000+ US troops landed June 6 1944, Sainte-Mère-Église where 30 US paratroopers landed during Normandy Invasion, after lunch at local restaurant visit Normandy American Cemetery and Visitor Centre, short stop at Omaha Beach Memorial often referred 'Bloody Omaha' resulting in most casualties 2,400 paying ultimate sacrifice
- Excursion to Normandy Beaches including British Normandy Memorial (UK history focused): small town Bayeux first liberated after D-Day Landings became French capital summer 1944, visit Bayeux War Cemetery, Museum of Battle of Normandy describing chronological D-Day events detail, explore state-of-art Landing Museum at Arromanches across artificial harbour built to dispatch reinforcements, after lunch visit British Normandy Memorial, Pegasus Bridge & Museum, Ranville War Cemetery
- Excursion to Normandy Beaches including Juno Beach Centre (Canadian history focused): begin Abbey d'Ardenne founded 11th century now memorial Canadian Prisoners of War from D-Day landings, head to Juno Beach Centre memorial where 20,000 Canadian troops landed that day, after lunch visit Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery where 335 Canadian men killed in D-Day Landings and early campaign stages buried, also visit Pegasus Bridge & Museum site of important battle
- Bayeux tour: guided tour if interest sits different era history, visit Notre Dame Cathedral Bayeux built 11th-14th centuries considered masterpiece Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture, free time afterwards explore town Bayeux
Landmarks Utah Beach Sainte-Mère-Église Normandy American Cemetery Omaha Beach Bayeux Bayeux War Cemetery Museum of the Battle of Normandy Arromanches Landing Museum British Normandy Memorial Pegasus Bridge & Museum Ranville War Cemetery Abbey d'Ardenne Juno Beach Centre Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery Notre Dame Cathedral of Bayeux - Day 27
Honfleur to Caudebec-en-Caux
Honfleur to Caudebec-en-Caux- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Caudebec-en-Caux
Optional Activities
- Cycle to Villequier with Victor Hugo Museum: active biking tour to charming village Villequier, e-bike along River Seine banks following flat eight-kilometre each way route, visit museum dedicated to Victor Hugo famous French poet, playwright and novelist, return to ship
- Fécamp and Bénédictine Palace: coach transfer to Fécamp historic seaside town surrounded by some of tallest cliffs in Normandy, guided tour of Bénédictine Palace 19th century architectural masterpiece famous for producing Bénédictine liquor said contain 27 plants and spices, enjoy tasting visit
- Tales of the French Resistance: set off on walking tour learn stories of French Resistance fought against Nazi Occupation of France during World War II, hear local stories of heroism and daring missions explore historic city
- Normandy Abbey Road: spiritual health and wealth important Normandy since Middle Ages, explore fascinating history with local guide on Abbey Road where many grand abbeys sit on banks of River Seine
Landmarks Caudebec-en-Caux Notre Dame Caudebec-en-Caux Villequier Victor Hugo Museum Fécamp Bénédictine Palace - Day 28
Vernon to La Roche-Guyon
Vernon to La Roche-Guyon- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Painting class on board (afternoon)
- Cruise to La Roche-Guyon
Optional Activities
- Monet's House and Garden: journey to Giverny tour town, visit home of founder of Impressionism, built by Monet, gardens comprise Japanese-inspired water garden with lilies inspiring his most famous works, free time afterwards explore at own leisure
- Self-guided cycle from Vernon to Giverny: self-guided biking tour from ship Vernon to Giverny approximately five kilometres each way, upon arrival may wish visit Monet's House and Garden or wander about charming town before returning to ship
Landmarks Vernon Giverny Monet's House and Garden La Roche-Guyon Château de La Roche-Guyon - Day 29
Conflans to Paris
Conflans to Paris- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise to Paris
Optional Activities
- Visit to Auvers-Sur-Oise: travel to village where Vincent Van Gogh painted his final masterpieces, see landmarks immortalized in his works such as famous Notre Dame de l'Assomption church, tour includes entry to Van Gogh's room attic he rented during final months sat empty since 1890, enjoy free time afterwards wander through village
- Château de Chantilly: guided tour of castle magnificent tribute to France's cultural heritage built by Henri d'Orléans son of last King of France, see fine collections amassed in lifetime, explore gardens, enjoy free time (Chantilly Castle closed Tuesdays replaced with Versailles Palace and Garden instead)
- Active walk with Musée de la Batellerie: active tour Conflans-Sainte-Honorine visit Inland Water Transport Museum, Conflans sometimes called barge capital of world located confluence Oise and Seine rivers, water played very important role residents' lives
- Château de Malmaison: historic estate once residence of Napoleon Bonaparte and first wife Josephine de Beauharnais, renowned for elegant neoclassical architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens, château reflects Josephine's refined taste and passion for botany, today houses museum showcasing furniture, artwork, personal items from Napoleonic era providing glimpse private lives one of history's most famous couples
Landmarks Conflans-Saint-Honorine Auvers-Sur-Oise Notre Dame de l'Assomption Van Gogh's Room Château de Chantilly Versailles Palace and Garden Musée de la Batellerie Château de Malmaison - Day 30
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dock in Paris
Optional Activities
- Trendy Marais with a local Parisian: guided walking tour of Marais district with Parisian guide, melting pot of cultures, fascinating history, opulent architecture, eclectic arts scene and high-end fashion, one of most diverse districts in Paris
- Highlights of Paris city tour: local guide coach tour of city to see most famous sites, Eiffel Tower to Champs Elysee, Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, view 1163-built Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral recently reopened after devastating fire 2019
- Opera Garnier: located in theatrical heart of Paris, spectacular Opera Garnier resplendent with ornately decorated rooms, grand staircases, glistening chandeliers, tour this opera house learn about magnificent building commissioned by Emperor Napoleon III
- Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte: coach to Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte located hour's drive from Paris, credited as founding French formal garden inspiration for Versailles, property laid out typical symmetrical fashion with stunning gardens creating theatrical setting
Landmarks Marais District Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysée Arc de Triomphe Concorde Square Notre Dame Cathedral Opera Garnier Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Montmartre Moulin Rouge - Day 31
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Breakfast on board
Landmarks Paris
