Normandy, Paris & the Seine River Cruise RIVER CRUISES & small ship
9 DAYS FROM $3745* pp dbl

 

Highlights & EXCURSIONS 7 Night Cruise - Outside Cabin- Amadeus Diamond • Paris City Tour • Full Day Historic Normandy Tour - WWII D-Day Landing Beaches incl. Omaha, Colleville Cemetery and WWII Museum • Auvers-sur-Oise Tour with Chateau D’Auvers Museum • Rouen Walking Tour • Étretat Tour - Normandy Coast & Village •Paris Extended Port Stay INCLUDES 7 Night Cruise - Outside Cabin - MS Amadeus Diamond, 20 Meals, PWD Tour/Cruise Manager, Regional Wine & Beer with Dinners, Tour Director, Motorcoach Transportation, Sightseeing per Itinerary, Baggage Handling, Hotel & Ship Transfers TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL EASY 1 2 3 4 ACTIVE
CITIES & PORTS Day 1&2 - Depart US - Overnight Flight to Europe - Arrive Paris Meet your PWD Tour Director - Transfer to your ship. Board the MS Amadeus Diamond for your 7 Night Seine River Cruise. Welcome Drink & Welcome Dinner onboard - Ship departs Paris (D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond DAY 3: Conflans Morning - Cruising - Arrive in Conflans. Afternoon - Auvers-sur-Oise Excursion (Village of Van Gogh) (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond DAY 4: Rouen Morning - Rouen Walking Tour (Museum Town). Afternoon - Explore Rouen on your own - Ship departs late afternoon (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond DAY 5: Le Havre Morning - Étretat Tour (Walk along the Normandy Coastline & scenic village). Afternoon at Leisure or Optional Excursion to Honfleur (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond DAY 6: Le Havre - Caudebec-en-Caux Full Day Tour of Historic Normandy with Lunch (WWII D-Day Landing Beaches including Omaha Beach, American Cemetery Colleville & WWII Museum) (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond Day 7 - Les Andelys - ONBOARD CRUISING ALL DAY Morning - Cruising or Optional Excursion to Monet’s House & Garden. Afternoon - Relax & Seine River Cruising. Gala Farewell Dinner Onboard (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond Day 8 - Paris Morning - Paris City Tour - Afternoon at Leisure in Paris to explore. Optional Excursion - Montmarte Walking Tour. Final Dinner Onboard in Paris - Ship Docked overnight in Paris (B,L,S & D) Overnight: Amadeus Diamond Day 9 - Paris - Flight Home Transfer to the Paris Airport for your flight home (B) Paris Paris, the “City of Light” is the world’s most visited capital. Enjoy a Paris City Tour to see the beloved landmarks that line the Seine including the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower. Also see the majestic Arc de Triomphe and ride along the Champs-Élysées. During your leisure afternoon maybe wander the historic banks of the Seine which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Conflans - Auvers-sur-Oise Visit the village of Auvers-sur-Oise, an inspiration to many of the famous Impressionist masters including Cezanne, Pissarro & Daubigny. The most famous of these artists is Vincent van Gogh. See Auberge Ravoux, where Van Gogh lived. See his final resting place & where he was inspired to create nearly 80 canvases. Experience a multimedia museum journey about the great masters at the Chateau D’Auvers featuring over 500 paintings set in motion with sound effects & period music. Rouen Enjoy a Rouen Walking Tour including a visit to the magnificent cathedral that inspired Claude Monet, and the modern Church of Joan of Arc with its wonderful 16th-century stained-glass windows. Rouen is known as Museum Town for its many museums, was important in the Roman era and Middle Ages, and features a cobblestoned pedestrian center with medieval half-timbered houses. Le Havre - Etretat A UNESCO World Heritage Site & important port, Le Havre, sits where the Seine River meets the English Channel. The harbor was destroyed in World War II and was rebuilt. Enjoy a Etretat Tour to explore the famous Normandy coastline featuring cliff-top paths for views of steep chalk rocks with impressive needlelike formations, which have inspired many well-known artists. Enjoy some leisure time in the attractive seaside village of Etretat. Historic Normandy Tour Discover Normandy on this full day tour featuring many historic landmarks. Visit Pointe du Hoc, site of a German artillery unit where the US Army climbed 100 foot cliffs. Stop at Omaha Beach, the most famous of the five code named beaches. Visit Colleville Sur Mer, an American Cemetery where over 9,000 American troops are laid to rest. Enjoy lunch before a visit to a World War II Museum to learn more about the landings, battles and liberation of this region. Les Andelys - Seine Cruising This morning stop in the little town of Les Andelys in the shadow of Chateau Gaillard, one time home to Richard the Lionheart. An amazing optional will be available to visit nearby Giverny, home to Impressionist Claude Monet, where you see Monet’s House & wander his Garden. The optional makes a photo stop at Chateau Gaillard. After a long day to Normandy, today is the perfect day to relax onboard for a half or full day & enjoy the passing Seine scenery and ship amenities. Optional 2-Night London Post Cruise Extension -
$925 pp dbl +$450 single supplement A Normandy, Paris & the Seine River Cruise offers a unique and scenic way to explore the beautiful region of Normandy in France, along with the iconic city of Paris. Starting in Paris, where you'll have the opportunity to explore famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre Museum. From Paris, you'll embark on your river cruise along the Seine River, making stops at charming towns and cities along the way. One of the highlights of this itinerary is a visit to the historic region of Normandy, where you can explore the picturesque countryside, visit the D-Day landing beaches, and experience the rich history and culture of the area. A Normandy, Paris & the Seine River Cruise combines the allure of Paris with the beauty of the Normandy region, offering a memorable and enriching experience. From the iconic landmarks of Paris to the historic sites of Normandy, this cruise promises a delightful journey through the heart of France. Day 9 - Paris - Eurostar Train - London Sightseeing Board the Eurostar Train in Paris for the 2.5 hour rail experience to London. Enjoy a London City Tour to see Kensington Palace, the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace. (B-onboard ship) Overnight - London Day 10 - London - Day at Leisure - PUB DINNER A day at leisure in London offers a chance to explore this vibrant and historic city at your own pace. Later gather for a traditional Pub Dinner. (B & D) Overnight - London Day 11 - London - Transfer to Airport - Flight Home 
Transfers to London Heathrow Airport. (B) London Optional Extension Includes: 2-Nights Hotel Accommodations - London, Eurostar Train from Paris to London, London City Tour, 3 Meals (2-B & 1-D), Tour Manager Optional 2-Night London Post Cruise Extension

Notes: London Extension must be booked at time of deposit. Passengers must wheel own luggage onto train.  Due to group air policies outbound air could be different schedule than the group for London extension passengers. Based on 20 passenger minimum.

Normandy, Paris & the Seine River Cruise
Booking Discounts Savings* UP TO $400 per couple/$200 per person
2024 Departure Dates

OCTOBER 29 2024

Category E

Hayden

Deck

$3745

Category D

Hayden

Deck

$4045

Category C

Strauss

Deck

$4545

Category B

Strauss

Deck

$4745

Category A

Mozart

Deck

$4945

Suite

Mozart

Deck

$5445

ACCOMMODATIONS 7 Nights - MS Amadeus Diamond (B - Breakfast • L - Lunch • D - Dinner Onboard w/ Regional Wines / S - Snacks Onboard afternoon and/or evening)
Single Room Supplement + Cat D & E – Haydn Deck single supplement +$1400 • Cat C & B - Strauss Deck single supplement +$1800 • 
Cat A - Mozart Deck single supplement +$2200 • Suite - Mozart Deck single supplement +$2600 No Triple **Rates are Land only, per person double * Booking Discount Details - Make your Final Payment by check & receive $400 per couple/$200 per person savings on Air Inclusive Bookings. Land Only/Own Air Bookings receive $200 per couple/$100 per person savings.  Call for Roundtrip Air Package Rates and details

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MS AMADEUS Diamond The MS AMADEUS Diamond offers a luxurious and enriching way to explore the beautiful waterways of France. With its comfortable accommodations, onboard amenities, cultural experiences, and attentive service, this river cruise ship promises a delightful and memorable journey through France's scenic rivers. The crew of the MS Amadeus Diamond is known for providing excellent service and hospitality. They are dedicated to ensuring that passengers have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout the cruise. The staff is friendly, professional, and attentive to passengers' needs, creating a welcoming and warm atmosphere onboard. The MS Amadeus Diamond offers spacious and elegantly designed cabins and suites. The cabins are equipped with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs, en-suite bathrooms, and comfortable beds. Some cabins may also have French balconies or panoramic windows to enjoy the scenic views along the river.

The Ship - MS Amadeus Diamond

The 144-passenger MS Amadeus Diamond has been a highlight of the fleet since 2009, and is the new jewel of the French waterways after its complete renovation in 2019. The refresh upgraded both the interior of the ship and the ship’s technology.  The Diamond travels exclusively along the Seine and allows guests to experience the charm of northern France in an unforgettable way.  The extensive Restaurant and the Panorama Bar offer divine views of the passing riverscapes. The 60-staterooms & 12-suites are bright, modern and provide a wonderful private space to enjoy your river cruise.  The attentive English Speaking onboard service staff will see to your comfort with typical European hospitality. The beauty of river cruising is that the most interesting destinations come to you. This Diamond charter features English-only onboard commentary with inclusive sightseeing excursions balanced with choice to simply relax onboard during your leisure time or add sightseeing with optional excursions. The ship offers countless choices for your leisure time including a putting green, fitness studio, massage facilities & quiet spaces to escape with a book.

 

All Meals Included Onboard

Three meals daily are served graciously in the exquisite restaurant and feature local & international specialties. All dinners are four courses and are served with included Hand Selected Wines, Beer & Soft drinks. While dining, you have splendid views of the passing scenic landscapes through the large picture windows.  Enjoy afternoon and/or late evening snacks in the lounge based on the daily schedule.

 

Comfortable & Innovative Staterooms

After boarding, unpack once. All staterooms onboard offer excellent river views and are bright, modern and inviting giving you a space of your own with all the amenities and pleasant touches of an upscale hotel. The Mozart & Strauss Decks feature suites and staterooms with French Balconies.  Staterooms on the Haydn Deck have a fixed window.  Each stateroom is fully equipped with comfortable & modern furnishings including flat screen TV, individual heating/air conditioning controls, safe, phone, hair dryer and a private bathroom with shower.

SUITE - 236 sq ft
S

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony, mini-bar, bathrobe, ample closet space, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony, ample closet space, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.

Standard Cabin - 162 sq ft
E D

Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony, ample closet space, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.

Standard Cabin - 162 sq ft
A B C
MS Amadeus DIAMOND

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