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Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
from $3,599
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Brilliant Bordeaux

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Bon Voyage
  • Explore Médoc wine châteaux
  • Visit Blaye Fortress
  • Stroll through Libourne’s market
  • Bike through Médoc’s vineyard
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Bordeaux / Bordeaux
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise through Bordeaux aboard S.S. Bon Voyage, exploring iconic wine regions, charming villages, and historic sites. Discover the Médoc wine route and sample world-class wines. Enjoy scenic biking through Bordeaux’s historic backstreets or guided walking tours to uncover the city’s UNESCO-listed heritage.
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Explore Paris, the legendary city of light
from $3,999
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Magical Parisian Holiday

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre
  • Explore Parisian Christmas markets
  • Tour Palace of Versailles
  • Walk medieval Rouen streets
  • Taste Bénédictine in Caudebec
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Paris / Paris
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Experience 8 days aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre from Paris to Paris. Visit Christmas markets, the Palace of Versailles, Rouen Cathedral, Normandy cider farms, and La Roche-Guyon. Enjoy private receptions, guided tours, and scenic drives through the Seine and Normandy countryside. Discover French history, culture, and seasonal traditions firsthand.
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Enjoy wine tastings at local vineyards
from $2,999
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Chateaux, Rivers & Wine

Roundtrip Bordeaux - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Explore Bordeaux baroque churches
  • Visit Libourne food market
  • Tour Bourg medieval walls
  • Experience Blaye Cognac tasting
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Bordeaux / Bordeaux
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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Experience Aquitaine's historic ports, vineyards, and farms on an 8-day Viking River Cruise. Enjoy local wines, hunt for truffles, and savor fresh oysters while exploring the region's rich agriculture and culinary traditions.
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Decorated Christmas tree and cathedral at Rouen
from $2,999
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Christmastime in Paris & Normandy

Roundtrip Paris - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Wander Paris Christmas markets
  • Navigate the Seine River
  • Tour Rouen astronomical clock
  • See Napoleon Chateau de Malmaison
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Paris / Paris
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Christmas Market Visits
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Experience an 8-day river cruise with Viking River Cruises, exploring Paris and the scenic Normandy region along the Seine. Discover historic landmarks, local customs, and delicious cuisine, while enjoying exclusive tours of iconic sites.
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The charming Honfleur old dock
from $5,519
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Active & Discovery on the Seine

Paris to Paris - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Cycle through the heart of Paris
  • Whip up sweet Chantilly cream
  • Tour Claude Monet's gardens
  • Explore the medieval quarter
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Paris' Seine River / Paris' Seine River
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Biking, Kayaking
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Embark on a 9-day Active & Discovery on the Seine cruise aboard the Avalon Tapestry II, exploring France through your choice of classic, discovery, and active excursions. Visit iconic destinations like Paris, Rouen, and the Normandy beaches while enjoying hands-on culinary workshops, guided hikes, and historical tours.
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Jardins de Luxembourg, Paris
from $7,909
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Impressions of the Seine & Paris

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaDante
  • Explore onet’s gardens in Giverny
  • Discover Château d’Ambleville
  • Visit Château de Harcourt Arboretum
  • Enjoy Normandy’s beaches
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Paris' Seine River / Paris
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Rendezvous in Paris, the world's most romantic city, before embarking on a 14-day voyage on the MS Amadante on the Seine. Admire the world-famous Eiffel Tower, marvel at Claude Monet's stunning gardens, tour Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral, and explore the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.
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Famous view of Lyon, France
from $13,890
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Spectacular South of France

Roundtrip Lyon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Tour St. Rémy & St. Paul de Mausole
  • Enjoy a concert at Palais des Papes
  • Explore Château de Cormatin
  • Explore Lyon
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Lyon / Lyon
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Cooking Classes
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Join an 11-day Scenic Sapphire cruise from Lyon through Southern France, exploring the culinary delights and vineyards of Burgundy. Enjoy exclusive experiences like cooking classes, truffle hunting, and private concerts amidst historical sites.
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Visit beautiful Mont Saint Michel in France's Normandy region
from $4,149
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Paris & Normandy

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre
  • Visit the Château de La Roche-Guyon
  • Walk through the city of Rouen
  • Experience Honfleur by foot
  • Tour Paris with expert guides
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Paris / Paris
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Hiking
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The best way to see historic buildings and the beaches of Normandy is on a river cruise from Paris through the countryside. Visit Claude Monet's house and gardens, Honfleur's harbor, and Utah Beach on Normandy. Traveling on the enchanting S.S. Joie de Vivre for eight days is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $2,084
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From the Heart of Alsace to Summits in the Swiss Alps

Roundtrip Strasbourg - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet
  • Cruise through Strasbourg beauty
  • Discover Colmar’s little Venice
  • Visit Hansi Museum Alsace
  • Ride Swiss rack railway
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Variable
Experience an exclusive 5-day MS Monet Rhine cruise from Strasbourg to Basel, exploring Alsace’s charming cities, Colmar’s streets, and the Swiss Alps’ Jungfraujoch. Enjoy guided tours, a scenic rack railway ride, authentic fondue lunch, and breathtaking Alpine panoramas on this once-in-a-lifetime cultural and natural adventure.
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The views of Paris from Notre Dame Cathedral
from $10,880
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Normandy & Gems of the Seine with London

Paris - London - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Gem
  • Explore Paris Marais district
  • Visit Les Andelys Chateau Gaillard
  • Discover Honfleur Inner Harbor
  • See Conflans Chateau de Malmaison
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Paris / London
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Join a 14-day river cruise through Normandy on the Scenic Gem, exploring historical sites like the Somme Battlefield, Claude Monet's home, and the chateau of Napoleon. Conclude your journey in Paris, and an extension to London for royal sights and a West End show.
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Total solar eclipse
from $8,720
Kids Free
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Total Solar Eclipse in the Mediterranean

Nice Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Stroll Palma de Mallorca
  • Experience solar eclipse event
  • Explore Marseille’s Old Port
  • Walk Bonifacio’s medieval streets
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Nice / Nice
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Sail aboard Le Boreal on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise featuring a rare total solar eclipse. Travel from Nice with stops in Corsica, Marseille, Barcelona, and Port-Vendres. Join astronomy experts for eclipse viewing and educational sessions.
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Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
from $14,745
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Wonders of Europe: Bordeaux to London

Bordeaux - London - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Bordeaux Place de la Bourse
  • Visit Le Palais rocky coast
  • Discover St. Malo city walls
  • Walk Poole 16th-century buildings
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Bordeaux / London
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Variable
Set sail for 12 days aboard the Scenic Eclipse II, exploring Bordeaux's stunning architecture and renowned wines. Visit beautiful locations like Belle-Ile, Saint-Malo, and Ostend before concluding your journey along the River Thames.
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