Seine Cruise from Paris to the Côte Fleurie
Seine Cruise from Paris to the Côte Fleurie
Seine Cruise from Paris to the Côte Fleurie
7 Days Starting and ending in France
Visiting: Paris, Melun, Mantes-la-Jolie, Rouen, Honfleur
Tour operator:
Tour code:
scpcf
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
8-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
From Paris to Honfleur, sail on the Seine and dive into the history of France. You will be seduced by Honfleur, city of painters with its picturesque streets and its old port, and discover the charm as well as the sweetness of Normandy life! Stop along the Côte Fleurie to admire one of the pearls of Calvados and Basse-Normandie with exceptional architectural beauty, memory to the time when this little corner of France benefited from the fashion of sea bathing. A complete discovery of the Seine from Paris to Normandy: see it all in just one week!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : France
Location: Paris
Accommodation: The 3-star M.S. Seine Princess River Cruise
Meals Included: No Meals
Local departure by coach or Home Connect then to Paris, where we embark our ship for our six-night cruise.
Day 2 : Paris - Melun
Location: Paris, Melun
Accommodation: The 3-star M.S. Seine Princess River Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We cruise early to Melun, arriving at lunchtime. This afternoon, join us for an included visit to the lovely gardens at Chateau de Fontainebleau. Here you can see gardens set out in the style of English landscape gardens. See the Grand Parterre designed by Le Notre and Le Vau, and the Diana Garden, formerly the Queen’s private garden.
Day 3 : Melun - Paris
Location: Melun, Paris
Accommodation: The 3-star M.S. Seine Princess River Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We cruise early from Melun to central Paris, arriving at lunchtime. This afternoon, join our optional guided excursion by coach, as we see many famous sights. Later, why not spend time exploring the city – perhaps visiting the bustling Latin Quarter or shopping along the wide, elegant boulevards. Relax with a coffee and pastry and watch the Parisians go about their business. We cruise overnight to Mantes.
Day 4 : Paris - Mantes - Rouen
Location: Paris, Mantes-la-Jolie, Rouen
Accommodation: The 3-star M.S. Seine Princess River Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our ship arrives in Mantes this morning. Join our optional excursion to the famous gardens of Versailles, originally created for Louis XIV. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the gardens, or along Versailles own Grand Canal, or why not discover the many fountains and pools, with their display of fine sculpture in the magnificent gardens from this once opulent era. (Please note that time will be limited, due to our sailing schedule.) We return onboard ship and cruise through the night to Rouen.
Day 5 : Rouen
Location: Rouen
Accommodation: The 3-star M.S. Seine Princess River Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Our ship arrives in Rouen this morning. Enjoy time at leisure - the centre of the city and its famous cathedral are a short walk from the ship. Stretched along the Seine, Rouen is Normandy’s cultural, historical, and gastronomical capital. The Gros-Horloge, or Great Clock, is one of the most emblematic monuments in the city. The Gothic belfry has housed the communal bells and clock of the city since its construction at the end of the 14th century.
Day 6 : Rouen - Honfleur
Location: Rouen, Honfleur
Accommodation: The 3-star M.S. Seine Princess River Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We cruise early, and arrive in Honfleur. Today we enjoy free time in Honfleur. The cradle of Impressionism is located at the mouth of the Seine as it flows into the English Channel. Untouched by the passage of time, this small port has retained the landmarks of its rich past, making it one of the most visited towns in France.
After returning to our ship for lunch, join our included excursion, as we drive along the Cote Fleurie to Deauville, the glamorous Normandy resort, and a symbol of elegance, prestige and sophistication. Enjoy a stroll along the famous floorboards that were built in 1923 along the beach, allowing women to enjoy the seaside without spoiling their dresses.
Day 7 : Return Home
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
Disembark early this morning and return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
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Porterage at Hotels
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will cruise for six nights on the 3-star M.S. Seine Princess, part of the CroisiEurope fleet. The ship is air-conditioned and has two decks plus a sun deck. Facilities include a bar, restaurant and lounge. All cabins have en suite facilities, T.V., hairdryer, safe and radio.
Check out our Q&As
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 6 years or above
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
Book with Confidence
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Low Deposit
Shearings requires a minimum deposit of 75 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of shearings charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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