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Gastronomy of the Seine

FREE drinks package on all European river cruises

 

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Experience more with so much included

  • Discover the story behind Château Gaillard and explore Normandy's capital, Rouen
  • See the remarkable Bayeux Tapestry which tells the story of the 1066 Norman invasion in Britain before exploring Arromanches and the 'longest day' museum
  • Visit to Caudebec-en-Caux, and Claude Monet's house to see the 'Water Lillies' pond and 'Japanese Footbridge'
  • Visit a local farm and cider house to learn more about how they turn apples into an array of delicious apple-based products, including tasting
  • Guided tours to Honfleur with a tasting at the oldest Crêperie, plus Auvers-sur-Oise
  • Tour Bizy castle where you will get to know all about the ciders and cheeses of Normandy with an interactive tasting experience
 
At a Glance
Drinks package included
Direct flights from a choice of UK airports with no regional supplements and transfers
7 nights on board our five-star ship with impeccable on-board service
Delicious full board (except 1 lunch), plus Chef’s Dinner
Expert Riviera Cruise Director looking after you throughout
Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi
11 included experiences
Evening entertainment from quizzes to impressive performers
Checked Luggage
All port charges & airport taxes
 

Overview

Taste your way through the heart of Normandy on a river cruise along the majestic Seine, stopping to visit historic sites that have shaped the course of history.

With a history spanning from the Bayeux Tapestry to the D-Day landings, Normandy and the Seine offer a treasure trove of historical sites. We'll see the ruins of Château Gaillard - where Richard the Lionheart spent his final years. Then visit the home of the founder of impressionist painting, Claude Monet, and Auvers-sur-Oise - the little town that inspired Vincent Van Gogh. On our visit to Gold Beach, we'll see some of the many thought-provoking monuments and places along the Normandy coast that memorialise the largest amphibious invasion in military history.

As we travel, we'll taste everything this delicious country has to offer from the sweetest apple products at a local farm and the perfect snacks - Crêpes - in Honfleur to Norman cider and cheese at Bizy Castle. And the fun doesn't stop when we leave dry land! Our on-board restaurant will serve a fully French menu and you can enjoy a tarte tatin cooking demonstration and French brunch as we sail, as well as a Champagne reception looking out onto Caudebec.

This holiday is ideal for travellers looking for a delightful introduction to history and gastronomy along the Seine.

Your Itinerary

Price Includes

Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of sole occupancy cabins available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes: 

  • 7 nights on board in your choice of luxury cabin or suite 
  • All meals on board (except lunch on day 4), including welcome cocktails and the Chef’s Dinner 
  • Return scheduled flights from a selection of regional airports or Eurostar seat from London St Pancras International with regional rail connections available* 
  • All transfers, visits and excursions as mentioned 
  • Five-star service from an English-speaking crew and knowledgeable local guides 
  • The Services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director and Concierge    
  • Complimentary on-board tea and coffee  
  • Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi (connection speeds may vary) 

*supplements apply 

Transfer Times

All transfer times listed here are approximate, and dependant on traffic. If you have a question regarding transfer times please don't hesitate to contact us.

Airport or train station      Ship location           Transfer time     
     Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport    Conflans-Sainte-Honorine 50 mins
Gare du Nord station Conflans-Sainte-Honorine 1 hour + 15mins

Door-to-door Service

 


 

Hassle-free travel

Opt for a convenient door-to-door service with transport from your home to your choice of regional airport, available as an added optional with every holiday.

 

To purchase the door-to-door service please call our reservations team.

 

 

Useful Information

Fact File

  • Currency: Euro 
  • Flight time: 2 hrs 
  • Language: French 
  • Time zone: GMT+1 
  • Country: France 

Wi-Fi

Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for the duration of your cruise. Please note that speeds may vary.

Visa Information

Irish Citizens do not require a visa to enter Europe however must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa information visit www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/
We are unable to accept responsibility if you are unable to travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements.

Mobility

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns.

Travel Concierge


 

Travel Concierge

Looking to add on a couple of nights pre- or post-trip? Feel like flying a day earlier or from a different airport? Or want door-to-door private transfers? Personalise your holiday with Travel Concierge.

Here's how our Travel Concierge service can help:

  • Add up to two nights before you sail in the destination your river cruises starts from
  • Add up to two nights after your cruise in the destination your river cruises ends in
  • Change your departure airport (depending on flight availability) 
  • Add a stay in an airport hotel

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