France Urban Exploration Cruises

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Walk through history across London, Portsmouth, Normandy, Saint-Malo, and Guernsey. Visit iconic World War II landmarks, museums, and memorials on this unforgettable D-Day-inspired journey aboard Douglas Mawson.

This river journey from Paris through the countryside of Normandy is the best way to uncover the region's numerous charms, historic landmarks, and Normandy beaches. This eight-day tour on the enticing Viking River Cruises visits La Roche Guyon, Giverny, Rouen, Les Andelys, and more.

Join this 8-day expedition and tour lands of fine wine & cuisine from Avignon to Lyon aboard Viking River Cruises. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes and excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy.

Cruise the Romantic Rhine on a 5-day voyage between Strasbourg, Koblenz, Rudesheim, and Mannheim aboard Ms Beethoven. Sail past castles, vineyards, and the Lorelei rock. Explore historic towns, visit Heidelberg, taste regional wines, and walk old city streets along one of Europe’s most scenic river routes.

This 14-day cruise of France & Spain is a splash of cultures - spend 3 nights in Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and start on a lovely cruise through Provence onboard MS Amakristina. Then catch the TGV to Spain for 3 nights in Barcelona. Enjoy wine tasting, riding, cooking workshops, and archaeology.

Join a 10-day European coastal cruise from Porto to London aboard Le Champlain, exploring the scenic shores of Portugal, Spain, and France. Immerse yourself in local culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks along the Atlantic shore.

Sail a Rhine and Moselle route from Strasbourg to Mannheim on a 7-day river cruise ship aboard MS Monet. Visit Frankfurt, Cochem, Koblenz, Rüdesheim, and Heidelberg. Tour castles, walk vineyards, explore old towns, and enjoy dining, entertainment, and scenic cruising.