Best of the Seine with Paris & Normandy (2027) - 8 days Paris to Paris

Walk in the footsteps of Claude Monet at his home and gardens in Giverny. See the lily pond, arched green bridge and vibrant flowerbeds that inspired some of his most recognisable works.

See Château Gaillard, the 12th-century fortress built by Richard the Lionheart to secure the English crown’s hold over Normandy. In the town of Les Andelys, spot traditional half-timbered buildings and views across the river valley.

Stand on the shores where Allied troops landed on D-Day and reflect on the scale and significance of 6 June 1944. With views across the Channel and markers that tell the story of the assault, Normandy Beach offers you a powerful moment of remembrance and connection to one of the most pivotal events of the 20th century.

Follow the story of D-Day through the American sector. Visit Utah and Omaha beaches, Sainte-Mère-Église and the Airborne Museum, where exhibits and original artefacts share the experience of the paratroopers who landed behind enemy lines on 6 June 1944.

Explore key sites across the Commonwealth sector, including the Canadian landing points. Visit the Juno Beach Centre, with time to see remnants of the Mulberry Harbour and learn how the landings were supported by British and Canadian forces.

Walk through the cobbled streets of Rouen’s old town with your Experience Director. See the gothic cathedral, the medieval clock tower and the square where Joan of Arc was executed. The city’s half-timbered buildings, hidden courtyards and layered history reveal Rouen’s place at the heart of Normandy life for centuries.

Join a full-day visit to Mont Saint-Michel, Normandy’s island abbey and one of France’s most striking landmarks. Cross the causeway and climb through narrow streets to explore the abbey at the top. Along the way, you’ll learn how this tidal island became a place of pilgrimage and legend.

Join a guided hike along a forested ridge trail above the Seine. You’ll follow the route through gentle countryside with wide valley views, ending at the entrance to Château de La Roche-Guyon.

Walk through the chateau carved into the cliffs above the Seine. You’ll explore rooms built into the rock, including wartime bunkers and a medieval tower with views across the valley. Afterward, spend time in the terraced gardens below, with paths that lead towards the river and stories from every century.

See firsthand why Normandy is known as "the orchard of France". Visit a family-run cider house and tour the orchards, learning how traditional methods turn hundreds of local apple varieties into fizzy, fermented cider. Then sit down to a relaxed, home-cooked meal made with seasonal ingredients grown on the farm.

Step inside Château de Malmaison, the former residence of Joséphine Bonaparte. Explore rooms restored to the Empire style, with original furniture, portraits and personal items that reflect her life with Napoleon. You’ll learn how this country estate became the political and private heart of the Bonaparte household as you walk through the gardens she designed.

Follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh on a guided walk through the village of Auvers-sur-Oise. See the Auberge Ravoux where he stayed, see the church he painted, and walk through the fields captured in his final works. Along the way, discover the landscapes and locations that shaped the final weeks of his life.

Spend the evening at a classic Parisian cabaret. Begin with dinner featuring French specialities before the lights go down and the show begins. Expect live music, dancing and the unmistakable style of a traditional Paris revue in a venue that’s all velvet, mirrors and sparkle.

Explore Montmartre in the evening, when the streets are quieter and the neighbourhood takes on a different rhythm. Wander past the cafes, studios and staircases that give the district its character, then you’ll sit down to dinner at a local bistro serving classic French dishes.

See Paris from coach and riverbank on an orientation tour with your Cruise Director. Pass major landmarks including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, Place de la Concorde, the Louvre Museum and the bridges along the Seine, as well as the two islands at the heart of the city: Île de la Cité and Île Saint-Louis.

Discover how Paris continues to evolve, from the Revolution to Haussmann’s redesign and today’s green transformation. Learn how sustainable urban planning, climate action and inclusive social initiatives are shaping the future of the city, the Seine and the lives of those who call it home. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Built for the Sun King, Louis XIV, the Palace of Versailles was the envy of every European ruler, but loathed by the French commoners, which lead to the French Revolution. Step inside the opulent world of Versailles and our Local Specialist will take you through the palace’s Hall of Mirrors and State apartments. Then, enjoy free time to wander the symmetrical, tree-lined gardens.

Walk through Le Marais with your Local Specialist and discover the flavours that define the neighbourhood. Taste treats like buttery croissants, royal chocolate, falafel and a caramelised kouign-amann. Meet the makers sharing the stories behind each bite on this cultural and culinary tour.