Enjoy this exceptional 7-day adventure sailing along and exploring the magnificent landscapes of the Seine River, the second longest river in France. Be part of an exclusive guided tour to the Landing Beaches and pass through Omaha Beach, Colleville sur Mer, and the American cemetery. Join the crew of the MS Botticelli for a unique river journey that starts in the charming French harbor of Honfleur all the way to Paris, the "City of Light", and travels.
Highlights
Discover Pont l'Evêque, a charming Norman city
Journey through magnificent landscapes of steep cliffs & charming villages
Discover Jumiège & the ruins of one of the most glittering abbeys in France
Explore Paris' legendary places such as the Notre Dame & the Champs Elysées
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Passengers are welcome to board between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in Honfleur. Enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. The evening is free to do as you please. The ship remains in port overnight.
Leave by coach for Pont l'Evêque, a charming Norman city. Take a guided tour and see such sites as the gardens of the former Dominican convent. Continue your tour with a tasting of the small, square-shaped cheese that has carried the town's name since the 12th century. Return to Honfleur for a guided tour on foot. Your tour finishes with a visit to Saint Léonard Church.
Afternoon excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: leave from Honfleur by coach for an excursion along the Côte Fleurie. Pass through Trouville and Deauville and enjoy a tour of the famous Calvados distillery.
**DISCOVERY as a supplement: The Cote Fleurie, Deauville and its artist villas. Your first stop is Deauville, one of the most prestigious seaside resorts in all of France.
Continue on to the Château du Breuil.
Or full-day guided tour (lunch included) to the Landing Beaches (only as a pre-booked tour and a minimum of 30 participants). Departure by coach to reach Pointe du Hoc, seeing Omaha Beach and Coleville-sur-Mer and its American cemetery on the way. Stop in Arromanches after lunch to watch the film “The Price of Liberty.”
Then depart on our cruise, with the departure time depending on the tides.
Today, journey through magnificent landscapes of steep cliffs with charming villages nestled below. Join an excursion for both packages: Guided tour on the Norman Abbey Circuit to see the Abbey of Saint Wandrille (exterior). Discover Jumiège and the ruins of one of the most magnificent abbeys in France, as well as the Church of Saint Peter.
Enjoy the morning cruise through broad limestone cliffs. Excursion for both packages: Guided tour of the city, including the cathedral, historic neighborhoods, and the “Place du Vieux Marché" where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. After your tour, return to the ship.
CLASSIC: a tour of the Palace of Versailles(reservation in advance is essential - see your travel agency). Closed on Monday; replaced by a visit to the Château de Malison.
**DISCOVERY as a supplement: bike tour through Versailles gardens. Visit Versailles in a whole new way: on a bicycle! This bike tour brings you to the most beautiful parts of the park and gardens.
Spend the afternoon cruising through the impressive concrete and glass buildings of the futuristic business district of La Défense. Arrive in Paris in the evening. The ship remains in port overnight.
CLASSIC: half-day guided tour exploring the legendary places in the city, such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées.
**DISCOVERY as a supplement: stroll on the banks of the Seine and over the bridges of Paris. Set out from the Quai de Grenelle for a stroll along the banks of the Seine. The banks of the Seine were added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1991.
Excursion not included in the packages: Tour Paris in a vintage 2CV. Experience true vintage style as you cruise in a comfortable and completely refurbished 2CV. It's fun, it's fabulous, and it's so French! Relax in the comfort of a refurbished 2CV while you listen to your guide tell you all about the “City of Light.”
Enjoy a free afternoon in Paris.
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Main Deck-Cat A
51 cabins (46 twins, 4 double bed cabins, 1 Suite), equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck-Cat B
6 double cabins| 1 suite
-equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck-Cat C
23 double cabins| 1 single cabin
-equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat A
24 cabins (22 twins, 1 double bed cabin, 1 cabin equipped for disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat B
3 double cabins|1 PRM
All cabins are equipped with a shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 25%, 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.
