Gems of the Seine - Paris to Paris

Upon arrival, transfer to your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship for your 10 night all-inclusive river cruise. Tonight, enjoy a delicious welcome dinner (D)

Freechoice - Hike to King Richard the Lionheart’s Château Gaillard, or journey to Lyons la Forêt, and visit Fleury-la-Forêt Castle. Sample cider, the region’s speciality, after touring this exquisite example of 17th century architecture. Alternatively, join a walking tour of Les Andelys, or take a bicycle tour through the village set on the banks of the Seine (B,L,D)

Take in the famous sites of Rouen during a walking tour, including sites relating to Joan of Arc and the historic Rouen Cathedral. Alternatively, learn about the Viking Warlord Rollo ‘The walker’ who will host a guided walking tour through the medieval lanes of Rouen. This evening, a local patissier will come on board with a selection of their finest desserts for your dining pleasure (B,L,D)

Freechoice - Get a glimpse of what the Somme battlefields might have been like during WWI and commemorate the lives of fallen soldiers during a full-day excursion to the Australian National Memorial, containing the newly built Sir John Monash Centre, and the Victoria School in Villers-Bretonneux. Alternatively, explore the collection of Impressionistic paintings, including masterpieces by Renoir and Monet, at the Museum of Fine Arts (B,L,D)

Freechoice - Explore Honfleur, with its quaint architecture, relaxed coastal atmosphere and colourful fishing boats bobbing up and down on its waters. Alternatively, immerse yourself in the beautiful La Côte Fleurie region, a playground of the rich and famous. This evening, a fabulous local swing band performs the best of the 1920s on board

Freechoice - Walk the historic Normandy beaches, the site of the D-Day landings, before visiting the Landing Museum at Arromanches. You’ll be struck by the sombre ambience surrounding the 9,387 graves of the Normandy Cemetery. Alternatively, learn about history of a different era and visit the Bayeux Tapestry, a hand embroidered masterpiece that depicts the tales of the Norman conquest of England and dates back to the 11th century (B,L,D)

Freechoice - Visit Fécamp and its mighty palace. Or, travel to the hilltop village of Bolbec and view fabrics at the fascinating Textile Museum before visiting the Normandy Traditions Museum nearby. For the more adventurous, join a guided cycling tour to the charming village of Villequier and visit the Victor Hugo Museum (B,L,D)

Freechoice - Visit Giverny and Monet’s former residence and gardens. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can explore by bike with a self-guided cycling tour that starts in Vernon

Enrich - Château de La Roche Guyon is a sight to behold. Experience the opulence and grandeur of yesteryear as you enjoy a classical concert performed by the region’s most reputable musicians. The château dates back to medieval times and you’ll be sure to have fond memories of this special experience for a long time (B,L,D)

Freechoice - Discover the charms of Auvers-sur-Oise and see Vincent van Gogh’s room, or step inside the magnificent Chantilly Castle for a guided tour. Alternatively visit the great stables on the grounds of Chantilly, which also house a museum dedicated to the relationship between man and horse throughout time. This evening you will cruise into Paris, the ‘city of light’, and you’ll have the chance to view the beautiful illuminated skyline, and the soaring Eiffel Tower (B,L,D)

Freechoice - Shop with a Chef when you visit one of Paris’ local food markets, and enjoy exquisite tastings, or walk the city with a resident expert and hear tales that only the locals know. Alternatively, explore beyond Paris and tour the 17th century estate of Château Vauxle- Vicomte, Louis XIV’s inspiration for Versailles Palace. Alternatively, admire the extravagance and grandeur of the famous Opera Garnier (B,L,D)

Disembark the ship