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Paris and Normandy Itinerary
Day 1 - UK - Paris (France)
Fly from the UK to Paris. Meet your representative on arrival and transfer to the port to embark Joie de Vivre.
Day 2 - Les Andelys
Visit Chateau La Roche-Guyon overlooking the Seine before heading to the home and gardens of Claude Monet. Alternatively, head into the French countryside on a guided bike ride from Vernon to Giverny. On 2020 Generations program dates, there is a bike tour to Giverny. Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner this evening.
Day 3 - Rouen
In 2019, enjoy a walking tour of Rouen with stops to sample some delicacies of Normandy, including white cider and Camembert. For guests booked onto a Generations cruise, there is a tour of Rouen's Great Clock. In 2020, dock in Rouen for a choice of excursions to the poignant Normandy beaches.
Day 4 - Caudebec-en Caux
Journey through the lovely Calvados countryside to enchanting Honfleur to see why impressionist painters came to paint its beautiful scenery. Alternatively, play at Golf d’Étretat, perched on the clifftops for a memorable experience. In 2020, there is also the option to go on a bike ride to Villequiers Village. For guests on a 2019 Generations program departure, there is a visit to a tropical centre, home to exotic flora and fauna, followed by mini golf. For guests booked onto a 2020 Generations program departure, there is a tour at Naturospace and a mini-golf tournament.
Day 5 - Rouen
In 2019, visit the American airborne forces’ landing beaches at Utah and Omaha beaches with a trip to Sainte-Mère-Église, the first town in France to be liberated, and its airborne museum. Alternatively journey to the Canadian landing beaches at Juno Beach and see the exhibit at the Canadian Centre, or travel to Bayeux to view the famous 11th-century tapestry. All groups will meet up at the American Cemetery and Memorial for a special remembrance ceremony. For guests booked onto a 2019 Generations cruise, there is a visit to Omaha Beach to learn about the D-Day invasion of WWII. In 2020, enjoy a walking tour of Rouen, Normandy's medieval capital, taking in the cathedral which Monet painted, and the spot where Joan of Arc was martyred. For guests booked onto a Generations program departure, there is a tour of the clocktower in Rouen.
Day 6 - Versailles
In 2019, from Mantes-la-Jolie travel to opulent Versailles to tour the royal apartments, the magnificent Hall of Mirrors and walk the fountain-filled gardens. Another option is to visit Château de Malmaison, once home to Napoleon’s first empress, Josephine, who created world-famous gardens here. For guests booked onto a 2019 Generations cruise, there is a visit to Versailles Palace and gardens. In 2020, step into the private rooms of the Palace of Versailles, or opt to tour the Versailles Gardens and Queens Hamlet. Alternatively, enjoy a scenic bike ride along the Seine to La Butte Verte Parc. For guests booked onto a Generations program departure, there is a bike ride in Versailles Gardens or a visit to Marie Antoinette's Estate. Captain's Farewell Dinner this evening.
Day 7 - Paris
Today’s panoramic tour of Paris features all the top sights, with a stop at Luxembourg Gardens for a more intimate perspective of Parisian life. Or, "Do as the Locals Do" on an expertly tour of the lively Latin Quarter and Île de la Cité, the historic centre of Paris and the site of Notre Dame Cathedral. For those who are more active why not join the guided bicycle ride along the Seine. For guests booked onto a Generations cruise, there is a treasure hunt at Louvre Museum.
Day 8 - Paris - UK
Disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.