Normandy & Ile-de-France

The comfortable river cruiser ‘Anacoluthe’ begins its journey in les Andelys, magnificently set along the River Seine near the hilltop ruins of Château Gaillard. Then cruise to historic Rouen, capital of Lower Normandy, before taking in the glittering nighttime beauty of Paris, the “City of Light.” Claude Monet’s gardens at Giverny, Le Château de Malmaison, home of the notorious Josephine, and medieval Moret-sur-Loing round out this intriguing itinerary.
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Note: This route is run in reverse on alternate weeks.
Meet at 3:00 pm at Gare de Lyon in Paris for motor coach transfer to 'Anacoluthe,' moored in Rouen. After a champagne welcome, there is time for a stroll in town before dinner on board.
After a morning walking tour of Rouen's medieval center, there is time to browse in the shops before cruising upstream to Poses for overnight mooring.
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Cruise to the little town of les Andelys, set alongside the ruins of Château Gaillard. After a delicious brunch on board 'Anacoluthe,' visit the charming city of Honfleur with its picturesque streets and harbor front.
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This morning's excursion is to Monet's house and gardens at Giverny. It was here that the renowned Impressionist artist lived and worked for more than 40 years. After lunch, cruise to the lovely riverside town of Chatou on the outer fringes of Paris.
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Cruise to Rueil-Malmaison to visit Château de Malmaison. Purchased for Josephine by Napoleon in 1799, it was the Empress' favorite residence. Later, there is time to shop in Rueil's exclusive boutiques before an unforgettable nighttime cruise through the heart of Paris.
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After a morning cruise to Melun, visit Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, a magnificent 17th-century castle with exquisite gardens. Then continue cruising to St-Mammès for an excursion to nearby Moret-sur-Loing, a charming medieval town that inspired the canvases of landscape artist Alfred Sisley. Return to 'Anacoluthe' for a gala farewell dinner this evening.
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After breakfast, return to Paris where your tour ends.
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| Departure Date Departing Sundays |
Double Occupancy per person |
Single Supplement in a double cabin |
Full Barge Charter 6 nights |
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Departs from Gare de Lyon in Paris: Saturday, 3:00 pm
Bar drinks are not included in the cruise price. Children under 16 receive a 40% price reduction on charters. |
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