Romantic Seine: History, Art And Culinary Delight

Your journey will begin in 'The City of Light', Paris with an optional tour including a walk along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. See the iconic Eiffel Tower, the Invalides, the Latin Quarter and the lively Opera district.

At 15.30 all aboard. We start navigation.

Welcome cocktail for all our guests! 

Today we will wake up in Vernon. You will have the whole morning to enjoy its beauty and places of interest such as Le Vieux Moulin, Collégiale Notre-Dame, Maison du Temps Jadis, Musee de Vernon and more. 

Early in the morning we will arrive at Le Havre. We invite to to join our optional tour to  Étretat. This exceptional natural site will take your breath away.

The incredible cliffs of this fishing village of 19th century inspired a lot of artists: writers, composers and painters. 

In the evening we will arrive at Caudebec in Caux.

We wake up in Caudebec-en-Caux, an old French Little town situated in the heart of Normandy. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this village, but don't forget to visit its impressive Brotonne Bridge. The church of Notre Dame is also  a must-see.

 In the afternoon we will arrive in Rouen, Normandy’s capital. A veritable museum city, Rouen (Rouen) leaves no one indifferent with its beautiful half-timbered houses, its narrow streets and its Gothic churches. During our optional tour you can see the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral and the famous Gros Horloge, a 16th century astronomical clock. Church of Saint-Etienne, Sainte-Catherine Church. 

We Will star our morning at Les Andelys, one of the most picturesque patches of the Seine. "In Andelys, between Paris and Rouen, the 12th century ruins of Château-Gaillard, the reputedly impregnable fortress of Richard the Lionheart, dominate one of the most beautiful loops of the Seine. The site is situated on a rocky spur and the access roads are rough. Access can be difficult. Please be careful when travelling. The site is not accessible to wheelchairs. State-owned listed historic monument in a protected natural area.

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After lunch on board we will arrive at La Roche Guyon   At the gateway to Normandy, on the banks of a meander of the Seine, and at the foot of the picturesque limestone escarpments, lies the village of La Roche-Guyon. Topped by the effigy of its keep, it is one of the most beautiful villages in France. The fortified keep, which haughtily dominates the Seine valley, is linked to the château by a mysterious staircase carved into the rock. The Château de La Roche-Guyon is owned by the La Rochefoucauld family and is a blend of medieval, Renaissance and classical styles.We Will make a  picture stop at Chateux Gaillard so you will be able to take unforgettable potos. 

Today will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of your Seine voyage: you’ll have the opportunity to visit Claude Monet’s famous house and garden in Giverny. It is a magnet for art and culture lovers and those of a romantic inclination – and rightly so. The verdant garden looks like a meadow of dancing flowers straight off the canvas of an impressionist painting. The highlight is the magical lily pond, which inspired many of his masterpieces, including his famous "water lilies" series of paintings.

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In the early morning you will arrive in Conflans. Embark on a visit to the picturesque town of Auvers-sur-Oise and learn about the life of Van Gogh. See the Ravoux Inn, where he spent the last months of his life. During his stay in Auvers-sur-Oise, Van Gogh was very prolific and painted more than 70 works. See the cemetery where he is laid to rest and return to the boat for lunch.

Disembarkation after breakfast. Private transfer from the port to the airport is available for an extra cost. 

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PLEASE, NOTE THAT THE PROGRAM ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE!

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