This exciting art-focused cruise is the ideal way to explore scenic northern France. In Paris, a local expert guides you through Musée d'Orsay to see its incredible collection of masterpieces. Explore the Château d'Auvers for a voyage to the heart of the paintings by Cezanne, Van Gogh, and Monet. Marvel at Rouen's lovely cathedral to discover what made this a favorite subject for Monet. Also visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts André Malraux in Le Havre, admire works by artists at Montmartre's Place du Tertre, and attend special onboard art lectures from a local art expert.
8 days from Paris to Paris - October 29, 2012 Combine time in France's marvelous capital with discoveries of quaint villages along the Seine and in the picturesque Normandy region. Embark in Paris, where your vacation begins with sightseeing of some of the famous sites, including the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Then set sail and choose between a visit of Vincent van Gogh's Auvers-sur-Oise or Napoleon and Josephine's elegant Château de Malmaison. Next up: your choice of a guided visit of Claude Monet's stunning gardens at Giverny or magnificent Bizy Castle. On to Joan of Arc's historic Rouen, where you choose between an included excursion to the poignant Normandy landing beaches or a fascinating "Taste of Normandy." Continue to Les Andelys with the Château Gaillard, built by England's King Richard the Lionheart in 1196, and enjoy free time to explore this medieval town on your own. Return to Paris, where you'll disembark and conclude your exciting vacation! View Day-by-Day Itinerary
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