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Paris and the Heart of Normandy Itinerary
Day 1 - UK - Paris (France)
Fly to Paris and transfer to your ship. After boarding, take free time to explore this renowned "City of Light". Please note: The Paris port authority assigned Viking a docking location in Le Pecq, a western suburb of Paris. To help maximize your time in the city centre, we are offering complimentary shuttles throughout your stay.(D)
Day 2 - Paris
After breakfast, embark on a tour of this magnificent city, with highlights including the Eiffel Tower and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. Drive past the Louvre, the Opera House and the famous Champs-Elysees. Dinner on board. (B,D)
Day 3 - Vernon - Giverny
Arrive in Vernon before breakfast. Disembark and travel to the town of Giverny to see Claude Monet's house and gardens, including the famous water garden with Japanese bridge. After lunch, spend some time in Vernon and see the Maison du Temps Jadis and the 11th-century Church of Notre Dame. Dinner on board. Monet's garden is not available before 24 Mar or after 1 November. A visit to the village of Auvers-sur-Oise will be offered instead. In 2020, you'll explore Vernon in the morning and Giverny in the afternoon. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Rouen
Enjoy scenic cruising along the Seine this morning before visiting the medieval city of Rouen where you can enjoy a walking tour with highlights including the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral and the Gros Horloge, a 16th-century astronomical clock. Also visit the courthouse where Joan of Arc was sentenced to death. Enjoy time at leisure before dining aboard or in a local cafe. The ship remains moored overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Normandy Beaches
Enjoy a full-day tour to the Normandy beaches where you will see the Gold Beach, Courseulles sur Mer and Juno Beach, before visiting World War II landmarks including the American Military Cemetery and Arromanches Debarkment D-Day Museum. Alternatively, enjoy a tour of Bayeux. See the famous tapestry before continuing along the Normandy coast and enjoying free time at Juno Beach. Have dinner and relax on board or perhaps take an evening stroll. (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Les Andelys
Visit Les Andelys where you can enjoy a guided walk to Chateau Gaillard, built by Richard the Lionheart. This stronghold was built in the 12th century and is considered the most dramatic sight along the Seine. Return to the ship for scenic cruising and dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Paris
After breakfast, disembark for a visit to Chateau de Malmaison, where Napoleon Bonaparte spent his final days in France. Along with the Tuileries, this house served as the seat of Napoleon's French government between 1800 and 1802. Alternatively, join an optional tour to the luxurious Palace of Versailles, former home of Louis XIV. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Paris - UK
After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Paris Airport for your return journey to the UK. (B)
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary. Please note travel by Eurostar is available from just £99pp