Paris to Normandy

Pricing is based on departure date: 4 August 2026

Selected departure dates available in July and August 2026.

This fabulous river cruise combines time in France’s unparalleled capital of Paris with beautiful scenery along the Seine River and the picturesque and historical region of Normandy.

Embark on your adventure in Paris and sail to Vernon, where you’ll choose between two exciting guided visits—Claude Monet’s stunning gardens at Giverny or the remarkable Bizy Castle, known as “Normandy’s Versailles.” You may choose to go on an excursion to the historic Normandy Landing Beaches, including Omaha Beach, the Point du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery. In Rouen, best known as the home of Joan of Arc, you’ll go on a guided walk through the medieval quarter and visit the gothic Rouen Cathedral—once the tallest building in the world. From Conflans, go on an excursion to the quaint and inspiring town of Auvers-Sur-Oise—associated with several famous artists, including Vincent van Gogh—or visit Napoleon and Josephine’s Malmaison.

On this French river cruise, you’ll enjoy wine, cheese, beautiful scenery along the Seine River, and stops in charming and historical parts of France, but your adventure would not be complete without some time in Paris—one of the world’s most romantic and vibrant cities! Discover the true heart of Paris on a guided walk through the sites of Paris’ rich history, or take a tour showing you the iconic sites of the Louvre Museum, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, and more.

Itinerary Details

PARIS, FRANCE (EMBARKATION)

Welcome to France. 

Your day is free to explore the world’s most romantic city before starting your cruise on the Seine. Get acquainted with the City of Light today with some shopping, strolling, or with a croissant and café au lait to watch the world go by amid the Parisian cityscape.

Evening / overnight cruise to Vernon.
Meals included: Dinner

LES ANDELYS – VERNON

Monet’s Muses, Castle Courtyards, and Crêpes du Jour

Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.

ACTIVE EXCURSION
Explore Vernon’s Chateau des Tourelles by foot with your Adventure Host, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Tour of Giverny, home and inspiration of the master impressionist painter Claude Monet. Walk the grounds and see Monet’s charming residence, and the flower and water gardens captured in his masterpieces*, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Visit to Bizy Castle—called “Normandy’s Versailles” for its magnificent courtyard, water garden, and stables.

DISCOVERY EXCURSION
While sailing, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crêpes, followed by a Pastry Demonstration.

This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys.

LES ANDELYS

Serenity on the Seine

ACTIVE EXCURSION
Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins of Château Gaillard—historic home of King Richard the Lionheart**, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys—one of France’s most picturesque spots on the Seine.

Evening / overnight cruise to Caudebec.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

CAUDEBEC

Ancient Abbeys Along the Seine

ACTIVE EXCURSION
Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Trip along the Normandy Abbeys Route—where more than 100 medieval Benedictine and Augustine abbeys and churches were built along the Seine.

This afternoon, you may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the old seaside town of Honfleur.

DISCOVERY EXCURSION
Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the days before and after the Normandy landing of D-Day.

Overnight docking in Caudebec.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

CAUDEBEC – EXCURSION TO NORMANDY

Heroic Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Tour of Normandy’s WWII landing beaches, visit significant U.S. sites, including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a full-day Guided Tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites, including the British cemetery, Pegasus Memorial, the seaside town of Arromanches, the Juno Beach Center, and the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Tour to get a taste of authentic tradition in the beautiful region of Normandy. Toast the day with a brandy tasting in Calvados.

Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.

Evening cruise to Rouen.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ROUEN

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame and a Heroine for France

ACTIVE EXCURSION
Take a Guided Bike Tour to discover and explore the most famous monuments and the lesser known hidden gems of Rouen on two wheels, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Rouen—site of Saint Joan of Arc’s martyrdom—and see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Evening / overnight cruise to Conflans.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

CONFLANS

The Footsteps of Van Gogh, Bonaparte, and Louis XIV

ACTIVE EXCURSION
Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the Seine with your Adventure Host, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, home and resting place of Vincent van Gogh, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison—home of Napoléon Bonaparte and his wife Josephine.

Perhaps, join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Palace of Versailles—home to a succession of French kings.

This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.

Afternoon / evening cruise to Paris.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

PARIS

Cafés, Cathedrals and Canvases in the City of Light

ACTIVE EXCURSION
Experience the Seine river by foot with your Adventure Host, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Discover the ancient heart of Paris on a captivating Guided Walk featuring the Palais-Royal, Louvre pyramid, ancient sites on Île de la Cité, the Left Bank, bustling Latin Quarter, and more, OR:

CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided City Tour featuring the iconic sites of Paris, which make the City of Light the most romantic and remarkable city in the world.

Stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank.

Overnight docking in Paris.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

PARIS (DISEMBARKATION)

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included: Breakfast

Your Ship: Avalon Tapestry II

Paris, Les Andelys, Vernon, Caudebec-en-Caux, Rouen, Conflans, Paris.

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