Impressionist Reflections Along the Seine (port-to-port cruise)
- Gala dinner and evening : Welcome cocktail
- All meals included : Refined European cuisine, with table service for lunch & dinner
- Drinks included : With meals
- Open bar : Including Cocktails, Mocktails, Regional wines, Beer, Spirits & Soft drinks (excluding premium list)
- Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
- Headsets included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
- Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- Navigation through the heart of the Normandy Seine banks
- Discovery of the most beautiful stops that inspired artists such as Monet, Renoir, Boudin, and many others
- Visits to the key sites of Impressionist art
- THE MUST-SEE SITES:
- Claude Monet’s home in Giverny, an immersion into the artist's life
- Caudebec-en-Caux and MuséoSeine, a captivating setting where art and the landscapes of the Seine nurtured the inspiration of the Impressionists
- The House of Victor Hugo, where art and nature meet
- Honfleur, the birthplace of Impressionism
- Étretat and the Alabaster Coast, an essential stop for Impressionist painters
- Rouen, a city where Impressionism comes alive at every corner
- Itinerary
- Important Information Day 1: Paris Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, you will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail. Cruise along the Seine to take in enchanting Paris by night (water level permitting). Nothing is more romantic than the French capital at sunset as the buildings and monuments light up one by one. Dinner on board and cruise through the night. Lecture on board: "Defining Impressionism, its origins, techniques, and context." Day 2: La Roche-Guyon Morning spent cruising through the enchanting landscapes of the Seine’s meanders, where picturesque villages and limestone cliffs unfold along the water. We'll pass by La Roche-Guyon, nestled in a large natural amphitheater. The Seine’s loops create an exceptional landscape immortalized by the Impressionists. On board, enjoy a tasting of Norman cheeses, emblematic of the regional terroir, renowned for their authenticity and rich flavours. This afternoon visit Claude Monet's house and garden in Giverny. This avantgarde artist is recognized as one of the creators of the Impressionist movement and made light the “main character" in his sublime landscapes. His long career and colorful works embody the transition from tradition to modernity. Between the famous artist’s studio and his “water garden," the visitor is swept away by the magic of the place, the moment, and the elements. Afternoon navigation toward Rouen. Night navigation towards Caudebec-en-Caux. An evening of entertainment onboard. Day 3: Caudebec-En-Caux
This morning you will embark on a visit to Caudebec-en-Caux and MuséoSeine (1). Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the region by visiting the charming village of Caudebec-en-Caux, located on the banks of the Seine. Start your exploration with a stroll through its picturesque streets, where traditional Normandy architecture blends with the fascinating history of the territory. Continue to MuséoSeine, which, beyond exploring the history of the river, highlights the impact of the Seine on Impressionist art. The museum reveals how this majestic river shaped the vision of many painters, notably through a selection of works and exhibitions dedicated to Impressionism. Discover scenes of daily life, plays of light, and iconic landscapes of the region, painted by these visionary artists.
This afternoon set out to visit the Abbey of Saint-Wandrille and the House of Victor Hugo (2). Begin your discovery with a guided visit to
- Price:
- $3,998