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The Ultimate French Impression
Explore Paris’s historic and cultural landmarks and view the locations immortalised by the French Impressionists in their iconic paintings of the Seine River on this AmaWaterways River Cruise.
Discover the glorious gardens at Monet’s home and the magical island monastery of Mont St. Michel aboard your Seine River Cruise.
Enjoy luxury accommodation, award-winning cuisine and idyllic scenery as you uncover the treasures of the French capital and the charming towns and villages of the beautiful Seine River valley.
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Cruise Line: AmaWaterways -
Ship: AmaDante -
Duration: 7 Nights
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Departure: May - Oct
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Impressions of the Seine & Paris River Cruise Itinerary
This 7-night cruise takes guests on a magical voyage through the heart of Paris and beyond into the picturesque and charming vistas of the Seine River valley. Visit captivating gardens, historic landmarks and iconic locations with informative guided excursions to fascinating destinations. Spend time on-board relaxing in chic, luxury accommodation with award-winning cuisine and spectacular river vistas.
Day 1
Paris
Board in Paris.
Day 2
Paris
Enjoy a guided tour around the world-famous ‘City of Light’. Explore the Latin Quarter with the stunning 400-year-old Luxembourg Gardens and the Sorbonne University. Guests who want to explore further afield can join a bike tour and take in sights like the Eiffel Tower and the Champs-Élysées with its cosmopolitan mix of shops and typical Parisian cafes.
Day 3
Mantes-La-Jolie – La Roche-Guyon
Explore the French community of Mantes-La-Jolie, a crucial port in the Middle Ages between Paris and Rouen and crammed with beautiful architecture, including the spectacular Gothic Notre Dame de Mantes. This excursion also includes a visit to a bee farm with the chance to sample and buy some unique French honey. History buffs will be keen to take the other tour to the renowned Château d’Anet, an elegant Renaissance château built in the 16th century by King Henri II for his mistress, Diane de Poitiers. The second excursion offers a choice of scenic cruising through Vexin Français Regional Nature Park to La Roche-Guyon, a bike ride to La Roche-Guyon or a local farm visit with some tempting cider, calvados and cheese on offer.
Day 4
Vernon
Explore the beautiful gardens at the home of the Impressionist painter Claude Monet in Giverny, a chance to spot the Japanese bridges and water lilies captured in some of his famous artworks. For a more energetic adventure, take a guided bike tour through Vernon or visit Château de Gaillon, a picturesque Renaissance-style castle and the beautiful stunning Gardens d’Acquigny, a must for plant lovers with a wide variety of blooms, shrubs and trees plus scenic waterfalls, canals and bridges.
Day 5
Rouen – Caudebec-En-Caux
Explore medieval Rouen on a walking tour of this picturesque and ancient French town with its imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, Medieval Quarter and Great Clock. There is also a different tour to visit Lyons-la-Forêt, built on the site of a former fortress, followed by the Château de Vascoeuil with its octagonal tower, art exhibitions and sculpture park. A third option is the “Tastes of Normandy” tour, where guests can try the local fare for which this region is famous, including chocolate, cider and cheese. Later on, relax on a scenic cruise or choose pedal power and take a bike ride from Rouen to Caudebec-en-Caux. A third alternative is a visit to another local castle, the Château d’Etelan – the first Italian Renaissance Château built in France in 1494. This has a historic chapel with original wall paintings and a guard house dating back to 1350, all set in truly picturesque surroundings.
Day 6
Caudabec-En-Caux – Le Havre
Visit Bayeux with its world-famous tapestry and explore the medieval town centre. This tour also includes a visit to Caen, which has an 11th-century castle built by William the Conqueror. A second excursion explores three sites, the 30-acre Harcourt Arboretum, home to approximately 3,000 trees, the magnificent Château du Champ de Bataille and the commune of Le Bec-Hellouin, known for its 11th-century abbey. Guests can also decide to stay on board and enjoy a scenic cruise from Caudebec-en-Caux to UNESCO-designated Le Havre. Later, there is a guided walking excursion or a bike tour.
Day 7
Le Havre
Choose a full-day excursion to the legendary Normandy beaches, including a visit to the village of Arromanches with its remnants of the floating harbour used during the Second World War. The tour includes the cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach and the artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer. Guests can also tour Juno Beach. The alternative is an excursion to the seaside town of Honfleur with its very pretty harbour, an inspiration for many Impressionist painters in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Day 8
Le Havre
Disembark at Le Havre.
Day 1
Le Havre
Board in Le Havre.
Day 2
Le Havre
Choose a full-day excursion to the legendary Normandy beaches, including a visit to the village of Arromanches with its remnants of the floating harbour used during the Second World War. The tour includes the cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach and the artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer. Guests can also tour Juno Beach. The alternative is an excursion to the seaside town of Honfleur with its very pretty harbour, an inspiration for many Impressionist painters in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Day 3
Caudabec-En-Caux – Le Havre
Visit Bayeux with its world-famous tapestry and explore the medieval town centre. This tour also includes a visit to Caen, which has an 11th-century castle built by William the Conqueror. A second excursion explores three sites, the 30-acre Harcourt Arboretum, home to approximately 3,000 trees, the magnificent Château du Champ de Bataille and the commune of Le Bec-Hellouin, known for its 11th-century abbey. Guests can also decide to stay on board and enjoy a scenic cruise from Caudebec-en-Caux to UNESCO-designated Le Havre. Later, there is a guided walking excursion or a bike tour.
Day 4
Rouen – Caudebec-En-Caux
Explore medieval Rouen on a walking tour of this picturesque and ancient French town with its imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, Medieval Quarter and Great Clock. There is also a different tour to visit Lyons-la-Forêt, built on the site of a former fortress, followed by the Château de Vascoeuil with its octagonal tower, art exhibitions and sculpture park. A third option is the “Tastes of Normandy” tour, where guests can try the local fare for which this region is famous, including chocolate, cider and cheese. Later on, relax on a scenic cruise or choose pedal power and take a bike ride from Rouen to Caudebec-en-Caux. A third alternative is a visit to another local castle, the Château d’Etelan – the first Italian Renaissance Château built in France in 1494. This has a historic chapel with original wall paintings and a guard house dating back to 1350, all set in truly picturesque surroundings.
Day 5
Vernon
Explore the beautiful gardens at the home of the Impressionist painter Claude Monet in Giverny, a chance to spot the Japanese bridges and water lilies captured in some of his famous artworks. For a more energetic adventure, take a guided bike tour through Vernon or visit Château de Gaillon, a picturesque Renaissance-style castle and the beautiful stunning Gardens d’Acquigny, a must for plant lovers with a wide variety of blooms, shrubs and trees plus scenic waterfalls, canals and bridges.
Day 6
Mantes-La-Jolie – La Roche-Guyon
Explore the French community of Mantes-La-Jolie, a crucial port in the Middle Ages between Paris and Rouen and crammed with beautiful architecture, including the spectacular Gothic Notre Dame de Mantes. This excursion also includes a visit to a bee farm with the chance to sample and buy some unique French honey. History buffs will be keen to take the other tour to the renowned Château d’Anet, an elegant Renaissance château built in the 16th century by King Henri II for his mistress, Diane de Poitiers. The second excursion offers a choice of scenic cruising through Vexin Français Regional Nature Park to La Roche-Guyon, a bike ride to La Roche-Guyon or a local farm visit with some tempting cider, calvados and cheese on offer.
Day 7
Paris
Enjoy a guided tour around the world-famous ‘City of Light’. Explore the Latin Quarter with the stunning 400-year-old Luxembourg Gardens and the Sorbonne University. Guests who want to explore further afield can join a bike tour and take in sights like the Eiffel Tower and the Champs-Élysées with its cosmopolitan mix of shops and typical Parisian cafes.
Day 8
Paris
Disembark at Paris.
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Departure:
May to
Oct
VISITING: Paris Mantes-La-Jolie – La Roche-Guyon Vernon Rouen – Caudebec-En-Caux Caudabec-En-Caux – Le Havre Le Havre
FROM PER PERSON*
£
3,168
AmaWaterways Departure:
May to
Nov
VISITING: Paris Les Andelys Le Havre Le Havre / Caudebec-en-Caux Rouen Vernon
FROM PER PERSON*
£
2,237
AmaWaterways Departure:
VISITING: Bordeaux (EMBARK) Libourne Blaye Cussac Fort Médoc Cadillac Bordeaux Bordeaux (DISEMBARK)
FROM PER PERSON*
£
1,899
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Impressions of the Seine & Paris River Cruise FAQ
I have a restricted diet, is this likely to be a problem eating on-board ship?
Our gourmet chefs tailor the menus to suit our guests and to favour local fresh and seasonal produce. There is a daily choice of vegetarian and vegan dishes, and we can also accommodate restricted diets or guests with specific allergies. All the food is made with the same care and attention to detail and offers a wide selection of authentic regional dishes and international cuisine.
Is access on and around the ship easy for people with limited mobility?
Our vessels are designed to be all-inclusive, so have been meticulously planned to accommodate passengers with all types of requirements. There are a number of different options for guests with mobility issues, so discuss this with your friendly booking representative. We can recommend appropriate suites, explain how you can get around the ship, and adjust tours and excursions to meet individual requirements.
Should I have a Covid vaccination before I travel?
We always recommend that guests are up-to-date with Covid and other appropriate vaccinations. AmaWaterways follows the latest World Health Organisation guidance on Covid-19 protocols and local regulations in the areas we sail through. Talk to your friendly booking expert if you have any concerns when you make your reservation.
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