Join us on this delightful cruise along the Seine from Paris, through the historic heart of Normandy, and to the endless beaches of the Atlantic coast. The legendary Seine River poudly tells the tales of generations of kings and knights, endless battles and the death of the French national patron saint, Joan of Arc. It leads your shop through orchards, past historic abbeys and chateaux, fashionable coastal resorts and scenery that inspired many artisits, including the great French inpressionist Monet and Renoir.

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INCLUDED TOUR FEATURES

Sightseeing Highlights

• Rouen Guided walking tour
• Honfleur Guided walking tour. Excursion to the Alabaster Coast with stops in Etretat and Fecamp with visits to St. Trinity Monastery and Benedictine Palace
• Caudebec Guided walking city tour and excursion to Jumieges Abbey & St. Peter Church
• Les Andelys Visit to the ruins of Chateau Gaillard
• Vernon Excursion to Giverny to visit the house and gardens of Claude Monet
• Paris Guided city tour

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Dining Highlights

• On–board dining & entertainment
• Welcome onboard dinner
• All meals on board ship: breakfast, lunch and dinner (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)

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First Class Travel Highlights

8–Day (7–night) cruise in a Category 2, SG Saone Deck, outside cabin onboard the Cezanne. 7 guided shore excursions. 7 guided shore excursions. Trafalgar Cruise Manager throughout your cruise. A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.

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Airport Transfers
Free Arrival & departure airport transfers when you book a Trafalgar cruise.

Tour Duration: 9 days

• Day 1
  USA – Rouen Board your overnight flight to Rouen.



• Day 2
  Rouen This morning, follow in the footsteps of Joan of Arc on a walking tour of Old Rouen. View the Cathedral of Notre Dame with its gargoyles, towers and famous clock, and follow the narrow winding streets past the law courts to the old market square where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure to wander around this charming city. (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)



• Day 3
  Honfleur Oftern referred to as the birthplace of Impressionism, the charming market town of Honfleur is also known as the most picturesque port in France. This morning, local guides will lead an interesting walk through the streets including a visit to the town's unusal 16th century wooden church built in the shape of a ship. After lunch on board, head north for an excursion through Upper Normandy. Drive along the beautiful Alabaster Coast, renowned for its spectacular cliffs, to the fashionable resort of Etretat. On to Fecamp, home to the impressive Trinity Monastery, a treasure trove of stained glass, altarpieces, tombs, carved screens and the tabernacle containing the famous relics of the Christ's Precious Blood.



• Day 4
  Jumieges – Caudebec en Caux This morning, sail into the small town of Caudebec and visit the 15th century Gothic Cathedral in Caudebec en Caux. Then continue to the Benedictine Abbey of Jumieges and the Church of St. Peter, arguably the most beautiful ruins in France. The abbey dates back to the Carolingian Period with early example of early Norman architecture from the 10th century. Today, the majestic twin towers of this romantic ruin still stand a proud 170ft. tall. At lunchtime, continue cruising downstream towards the Atlantic coast for an overnight in Le Havre. (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)



• Day 5
  Les Andelys – Giverny This morning, head for Giverny, home to Claude Monet's beloved residence. Visit the restored home and studio of this famous impressionist painter, and wander through the spectacular gardens that have inspired many of its most famous paintings. Wander around the famous lily ponds, and across the famous Japanese bridge. Rejoin the ship in time for lunch and continue cruising down the Seine to the small village of Les Andelys. Here, visit the imposing and dramatic ruins of Chateau Gaillard, built in the 12th century by Richard the Lionhearted, when he was Duke of Normandy (note: the castle is only accessible by foot). (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)



• Day 6
  Vernon – Paris This morning is free to shop, explore further or visit the famous Louvre Museum. At lunch time, set sail down the Seine through the picturesque French countryside, arriving at the charming provincial town of Vernon, where we overnight. (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)



• Day 7
  Paris This morning, join our guided tour of Paris. See all the famous sights including the colorful Latin Quarter, the Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs–Elysees. This afternoon is at leisure. (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)



• Day 8
  Paris Arrive in Paris and transfer to your luxurious floating hotel, docked near the city center, making it easy to explore Paris on your own. This evening, meet your fellow travelers at a welcome onboard dinner. (Dinner)



• Day 9
  Paris – USA With Fond memories of your cruise transfer to the airport for your flight home. (Breakfast)

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