Cruising The Meandering Seine - Paris And The D-Day Beaches | River Cruise

Itinerary

Excursions

Your Cruising Itinerary

DAY 1: From your own doorstep your holiday begins! We head for our Channel crossing and onwards to Paris to join the MS Botticelli. After settling into your cabin join this evening’s dinner and entertainment to begin this magical French cruise. Later we set sail from Paris as we leave the bright lights behind and begin our cruise on the Seine overnight.

DAY 2: This morning we continue to cruise towards Les Andelys enjoying the magnificent view of La Roche-Guyon, one of the prettiest villages on the Seine as we gently head downstream. This afternoon we include an excursion to the Chateau de Martainville, built over 500 years ago, and housing a museum of Norman arts and traditions. We re-join our ship and begin to cruise towards Honfleur.

DAY 3: A full day exploring the famous Normandy Landing Beaches, used by the allied forces during D-Day (packed lunch included). These emotive and historical landmarks remain a pilgrimage for many to honour those that fought and changed the momentum of the war. DAY 4: This morning we cruise towards Rouen. After lunch we include a guided walking tour. The centre is only a short walk from the mooring point and soon you can indulge Rouen’s cultural and historical past and discover the beautiful Notre-Dame Cathedral. This evening enjoy a gala evening dinner as we set sail for Paris.

DAY 5: This morning we continue our cruise passing the beautifully landscaped riverbanks of the Seine before we glide into Paris early afternoon. Mooring close to the Eiffel Tower we include a panoramic guided tour of the city’s sights by coach, a fabulous way to catch all of Paris’s most legendary and iconic landmarks. This evening, our final evening on board, we cruise by moonlight through Paris for an unforgettable view of the city (water levels permitting).

DAY 6: Disembarking after breakfast we head towards Calais and our Channel crossing before returning homeward, completing your holiday with our service to your doorstep.

MS Botticelli

MS BOTTICELLI

Th MS Botticelli has 75 cabins over two decks. At 110 metres long and 11 metres wide it offers spacious public areas and comfortable cabins. The restaurant on the upper deck has large panorama windows for admiring the passing landscapes, along with the lounge/bar that also has a dance floor. The sun deck is the ideal spot for relaxing, with comfortable sun loungers and a large, shaded area.

Cabin Facilities include: > Twin beds > Shower & toilet > Satellite television > Internal use telephone > Safe > Air-conditioning > Wi-Fi > 220v electricity sockets.

FACILITIES

•   Restaurant
•   Lounge / Bar
•   Comfortable Cabins
•   TV in room
•   Free Wi-Fi

Everything Included - River Cruises

• Door to Door Service*
• All coach travel
• Return Channel crossing
• Services of CroisiEurope onboard hosts
• Cruise itinerary and sightseeing excursions as stated
• Accommodation in a twin outward facing cabin
• Full board on the ship including continental buffet breakfast, set menu lunch and dinner
• Complimentary drinks included†
• Regular entertainment

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River Cruising - On Board

LIFE ON BOARD
Step aboard to a world of comfort. Sit back and relax in one of the expansive lounges or enjoy the views and landscapes from the welcoming sun deck. The staff are dedicated to excellent service, offering attentiveness and great knowledge and speaking both English and French to add a continental flavour to your stay.

Throughout your cruise, CroisiEurope’s onboard hosts are there to help you enjoy your cruise to the maximum, answering questions, organising excursions and even providing orientation walks in some destinations. 

Inside your cabin unwind in comfort. All  cabins have shower and toilet, satellite TV, a safe and a hairdryer. Each also has air-conditioning and all are outside cabins offering your own view of the river. Upgrades are available for cabins higher on the vessel and some cabins have French balconies or private terraces. Free Wi-Fi is also available on board.

EUROPEAN FLAVOURS
Start your day at the impressive self-service buffet, offering an expansive continental breakfast that could include pastries, breads, jams, sausages and cold meats, eggs, fresh fruit and yoghurts.
Each lunch and dinner is prepared daily from local specialties, with fresh ingredients, and carefully planned with an eye on the traditions of fine French gastronomy. And what’s more, each dish is paired with excellent complimentary wines. The overall atmosphere on board is informal and casual clothing is normal, although most people like to dress up in the evening.

UNLIMITED COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS†
Complimentary drinks are part of the package during your time on board, including soft drinks, beer, house wines and most spirits. Premium brands are available to purchase from the drinks menu.  Each cruise also includes a welcome cocktail with the crew and a gala dinner evening.

Highlights

River Cruise: D-Day Beaches tour, Walking tour of Rouen, Chateau de Martainville, Guided tour of Paris, Paris by night cruise (subject to water levels), Honfleur

What is Included

What's Included:

• Door to Door Service* 
• All coach travel
• Return Channel crossing 
• Services of CroisiEurope onboard hosts
• Full board accommodation on board
• Unlimited complimentary drinks on board†
• Excursion to the D-Day Beaches
• Visit to Honfleur
• Visit to Chateau de Martainville
• Cruising the River Seine
• Walking tour of Rouen
• Guided tour of Paris

*Conditions Apply.

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