Begin your European river journey in magical Paris, the “City of Light,” where you embark the MS Renoir and cruise all the way to Honfleur, a charming French harbor town immortalized by generations of artists. Stroll through Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy, then take an unforgettable excursion to the famous Normandy beaches of WWII. Visit Les Andelys, home of Château Gaillard. and explore the Château d'Auvers. Sail through charming little villages that are typical of the region. Stop at Deauville, the most glamorous coastal French city.
Highlights
Experience Paris, the Versailles Château, and the Landing Beaches
Visit the delightful Breuil Castle and get the chance to taste Calvados
Discover Vieux Bassin, one of the most charming sites in the region
Explore Saint Catherine’s Church, the largest wooden church in France
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board around 6:00 pm in Paris. Enjoy a welcome drink followed by a crew presentation and dinner on board.
Join an exclusive guided tour exploring the legendary parts of the city, such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysées. In the afternoon have some free to stroll around Paris as you wish, then go back on board and cruise through “Paris by night”.
Early in the morning, cruise to Poissy, floating past the futuristic La Défense business district which is impressive with its concrete and glass architecture. Enjoy a guided tour of the Versailles Château (available for a minimum of 35 persons otherwise this excursion is replaced by a visit to Malmaison Château), one of the most famous world heritage monuments. Return on board in Mantes-la-Jolie, continuing the cruise for Les Andelys or Vernon.
Early in the morning cruise through a landscape of broad limestone cliffs, arriving in Rouen, former capital of Normandy. Explore this historical city on a guided visit of the city.
This morning, cruise through incredible landscapes full of charming little villages that are typical of the region. Arrive in Duclair and join a guided tour on the Abbeys Trail. Departure time depends on the tides, heading for Honfleur. Enjoy an exclusive gala evening on board.
Arrive in Honfleur and explore the city in a full-day guided tour to the Landing Beaches (minimum of 30 participants). One of the big turning points of the 20th century occurred in France during the landing of the Allies in Normandy. Next morning enjoy a buffet breakfast on board and disembark around 9:00 a.m.
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Main Deck-Cat A
34 cabins (31 double, 3 single) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, and in-suite safe. Cabin size: 86 sq. ft.
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Main Deck- Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, and in-suite safe. Cabin size: 86 sq. ft.
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Main Deck- Cat C
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, and in-suite safe. Cabin size: 86 sq. ft.
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Upper Deck-Cat A
19 cabins (19 double, 1 cabin for people with reduced mobility) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, and in-suite safe. Cabin size: 86 sq. ft.
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Upper Deck-Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, and in-suite safe. Cabin size: 86 sq. ft.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
Nancy Sin
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10 hours ago
First class all the way. Enjoyed our Guide, Karla, Driver Mark so much. Personalized tour of Antigua during Easter was like a National Geographic in person. Trip of the Lifetime. Such a spiritual and magical tour. Many Thanks.
Ben Shaver
Ben Shaver, Jr.
2 days ago
Adventure Life is always an excellent choice when planning complicated, extreme, or exotic vacations or expeditions. They provide friendly professional services and advice and are enthusiastic and encouraging in helping us to prepare and thoroughly enjoy our trip. They handle all the details which greatly reduces the stress of planning a difficult trip. I'm very impressed with Adventure Life and definitely recommend them to friends and family.
Scott Trochim
4 days ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
6 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
1 week ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.