Highlights of Normandy & the Seine

Your COMPLIMENTARY Private UK Chauffeur will transfer you to the train station in style

Board the Eurostar at London St. Pancras Train Station for your Premier Class journey to Paris, France

(other train stations and flight options are available at no extra cost)

Enjoy a delicious welcome dinner before cruising out with the beautiful city as a backdrop (D)

This morning, arrive into the charming medieval town of Conflans ★Freechoice: Discover the charms of Auvers-sur-Oise and Vincent van Gogh’s room, or visit Chantilly Castle for a guided tour. 

This afternoon, enjoy the amenities of the Scenic Gem, perhaps relax on the Sun Deck with a drink in hand and enjoy the scenery as you cruise by charming riverside villages or perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Wellness Centre (B, L, D)

This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Rouen. Take in the sites of Joan of Arc and the historic cathedral. Walk the winding medieval laneways and admire the city’s half-timbered houses (B, L, D)

★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 and whilst there, take a moment to reflect on the momentous impact of that day, as you look out from your hilltop position above Omaha Beach. Alternatively, take the opportunity to explore Honfleur, with its quaint architecture, its relaxed coastal atmosphere and the many colourful fishing boats bobbing up and down on its waters (B, L, D)

★Freechoice: Visit Fécamp and its mighty palace. Situated in spectacular surrounds, the city’s natural setting contrasts perfectly with its architectural centrepiece, the Benedictine Palace. Or, travel through picturesque landscapes that were once dotted with over 100 abbeys. Along the way, you will visit some of the incredible abbeys still standing and operating throughout this magnificent region (B, L, D)

★Freechoice: Visit Giverny and Monet’s former residence and gardens. You will be blown away by the beauty of the landscape as you walk the paths exploding with colour and life. Or, if you’re feeling more adventurous, you can explore by bike, with a self-guided cycling tour that starts at Vernon ★Enrich: Built into a steep rock face overlooking the mighty Seine River and the small village bearing the same name, Château de La Roche Guyon is a sight to behold. Experience the opulence and grandeur of yesteryear as you enjoy a live classical concert performed by the region’s most reputable musicians. The château dates back to medieval times and is so special that you’ll have fond memories of the experience for a very long time (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, you may wish to explore beyond Paris and tour the 17th century estate of Château Vaux-le-Vicomte, Louis XIV’s inspiration for the Palace of Versailles (B, L, D)

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the station for your return Premier Class journey to London aboard the Eurostar (B)

Your COMPLIMENTARY Private UK Chauffeur will be awaiting your arrival to transfer you home in style