Overview
Itinerary
Tour begins: 4:00 PM. A transfer is included from Charles de Gaulle International Airport, and Gare du Nord and Gare du Lyon train stations to the ship.
Tonight you'll meet your Tauck Director and your fellow family river cruisers at a welcome reception and dinner. Stay Seven Nights: aboard your luxurious Tauck river ship (D)
The historic city of Paris is at your feet today, literally! Two sightseeing choices today – get an overview of its famous landmark sites on a guided walking tour, viewing the Arc de Triomphe and gargoyled Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris (no inside visits on this walking tour). Or, if you wish, pedal along the Seine on a guided bicycle ride, passing by the Musée d'Orsay, the Tuileries Garden and the towering Eiffel Tower. The rest of the day is free for you and your family to experience "Paree" as you please. (B/L/D)
Originally built to be one of the main attractions at the Paris World's Fair in 1889, today the Eiffel Tower has transcended it's status as an attraction, becoming one of the most recognizable historical landmarks in the world, attracting nearly six million visitors annually. See this global icon for yourself during a morning visit before a free afternoon allows you the chance to explore Paris as you wish.
Tonight, embark your riverboat as it cruises to your next stop – Vernon. (B/L/D)
Traveling in France is a feast for the senses. In Paris you've already seen – and "hunted" for – some of the most famous art in the world at the Musée du Louvre. Today you'll hear a lot about the artist Claude Monet when you visit his pink house and painted gardens in Giverny. Dock in Les Andelys this afternoon for a choice of sightseeing – hike up to Château Gaillard and listen to stories about Richard the Lionheart, King of England, who built the fortified castle; or take a guided walking tour of the village of Les Andelys. Dinner is back onboard your riverboat as we head for Caudebec for a full day at Normandy's historic D-Day beaches. (B/L/D)
You'll feel history all around you today as you learn about the heroes of Normandy's Allied Invasion of June 6, 1944 during up close exploration of D-Day beaches. Visit D-Day sites including Pont du Hoc and Omaha Beach, plus a poignant stop at the hallowed American Cemetery.
Following lunch, the afternoon is spent exploring one of Europe's most unique museums, the D-Day Academy; here you'll have a hands-on opportunity to learn first-hand about World War II. You'll actually touch World War II artifacts, from weapons to wireless radios; put on a workable wireless headset as you climb aboard a Willys jeep or Dodge Command car for a ride between the apple trees; and sample rations that the troops ate while serving here. Drive to Caudebec late afternoon and return to the riverboat to set sail for Rouen. (B/L/D)
Wake up in Rouen, the "museum city of a hundred spires," this morning and walk off your riverboat right into the heart of history. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rouen grew up along the Seine and was an important city for the Romans, Vikings and Normans as far back as the 3rd century! It became the capital of Normandy in the 10th century and many buildings remain from its heyday in the Middle Ages. William the Conqueror used to hold court here. Richard the Lionheart left his heart here and Joan of Arc was burned at the stake here. Explore the sites today on a guided tour that takes you to Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral – painted by Claude Monet more than 30 times – Joan of Arc Square and the church where she died – you'll also embark on a photo scavenger hunt. (B/L/D)
Travel today to Louis XIV's ornate palace, the Château de Versailles, where you'll have a choice of a guided visit inside the palace or a guided bicycle ride. If you choose the palace visit, be sure to take a walk in the garden – it is just as impressive as the palace, covering 1,976 acres with some 200,000 trees, 50 fountains and 210,000+ flowers. And if you choose to explore by bicycle, you'll also visit Marie Antoinette's farm, created in the style of a miniature Norman village. Bid a fond au revoir to the River Seine at a farewell reception and dinner onboard ship tonight. (B/L/D)
Tour Ends: Paris. Disembark this morning in Paris. Transfers are included from the riverboat to Charles de Gaulle International Airport, and Gare du Nord and Gare du Lyon train stations; allow a minimum of three hours for your flight check-in. (B)
Tour begins: 4:00 PM. A transfer is included from Charles de Gaulle International Airport, and Gare du Nord and Gare du Lyon train stations to the ship.
Tonight you'll meet your Tauck Director and your fellow family river cruisers at a welcome reception and dinner. Stay Seven Nights: aboard your luxurious Tauck river ship (D)
The historic city of Paris is at your feet today, literally! Two sightseeing choices today – get an overview of its famous landmark sites on a guided walking tour, viewing the Arc de Triomphe and gargoyled Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris (no inside visits on this walking tour). Or, if you wish, pedal along the Seine on a guided bicycle ride, passing by the Musée d'Orsay, the Tuileries Garden and the towering Eiffel Tower. The rest of the day is free for you and your family to experience "Paree" as you please. (B/L/D)
Originally built to be one of the main attractions at the Paris World's Fair in 1889, today the Eiffel Tower has transcended it's status as an attraction, becoming one of the most recognizable historical landmarks in the world, attracting nearly six million visitors annually. See this global icon for yourself during a morning visit before a free afternoon allows you the chance to explore Paris as you wish.
Tonight, embark your riverboat as it cruises to your next stop – Vernon. (B/L/D)
Traveling in France is a feast for the senses. In Paris you've already seen – and "hunted" for – some of the most famous art in the world at the Musée du Louvre. Today you'll hear a lot about the artist Claude Monet when you visit his pink house and painted gardens in Giverny. Dock in Les Andelys this afternoon for a choice of sightseeing – hike up to Château Gaillard and listen to stories about Richard the Lionheart, King of England, who built the fortified castle; or take a guided walking tour of the village of Les Andelys. Dinner is back onboard your riverboat as we head for Caudebec for a full day at Normandy's historic D-Day beaches. (B/L/D)
You'll feel history all around you today as you learn about the heroes of Normandy's Allied Invasion of June 6, 1944 during up close exploration of D-Day beaches. Visit D-Day sites including Pont du Hoc and Omaha Beach, plus a poignant stop at the hallowed American Cemetery.
Following lunch, the afternoon is spent exploring one of Europe's most unique museums, the D-Day Academy; here you'll have a hands-on opportunity to learn first-hand about World War II. You'll actually touch World War II artifacts, from weapons to wireless radios; put on a workable wireless headset as you climb aboard a Willys jeep or Dodge Command car for a ride between the apple trees; and sample rations that the troops ate while serving here. Drive to Caudebec late afternoon and return to the riverboat to set sail for Rouen. (B/L/D)
Wake up in Rouen, the "museum city of a hundred spires," this morning and walk off your riverboat right into the heart of history. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Rouen grew up along the Seine and was an important city for the Romans, Vikings and Normans as far back as the 3rd century! It became the capital of Normandy in the 10th century and many buildings remain from its heyday in the Middle Ages. William the Conqueror used to hold court here. Richard the Lionheart left his heart here and Joan of Arc was burned at the stake here. Explore the sites today on a guided tour that takes you to Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral – painted by Claude Monet more than 30 times – Joan of Arc Square and the church where she died – you'll also embark on a photo scavenger hunt. (B/L/D)
Travel today to Louis XIV's ornate palace, the Château de Versailles, where you'll have a choice of a guided visit inside the palace or a guided bicycle ride. If you choose the palace visit, be sure to take a walk in the garden – it is just as impressive as the palace, covering 1,976 acres with some 200,000 trees, 50 fountains and 210,000+ flowers. And if you choose to explore by bicycle, you'll also visit Marie Antoinette's farm, created in the style of a miniature Norman village. Bid a fond au revoir to the River Seine at a farewell reception and dinner onboard ship tonight. (B/L/D)
Tour Ends: Paris. Disembark this morning in Paris. Transfers are included from the riverboat to Charles de Gaulle International Airport, and Gare du Nord and Gare du Lyon train stations; allow a minimum of three hours for your flight check-in. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Scavenger hunt in Musée du Louvre
- Poignant insights at Normandy's D-Day beaches & hands-on discoveries at the D-Day Academy
- Exploring Paris on a bicycle tour or a walking tour
- A visit inside Monet's house and painted gardens at Giverny
- A choice of experiences in the spired town of Rouen, where the spirit of Joan of Arc lives on
- An inside tour of Château de Versailles
- Guided walk through the palace gardens or exploration of the gardens and Marie Antoinette farm by bicycle
- All gratuities to Tauck Director, guides & drivers
- Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $2,051
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- all gratuities to Tauck Director, guides & drivers, service charges, admission fees, taxes & porterage
- 20 included meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners)
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
- Scavenger hunt in Musée du Louvre
- Poignant insights at Normandy's D-Day beaches & hands-on discoveries at the D-Day Academy
- Exploring Paris on a bicycle tour or a walking tour
- A visit inside Monet's house and painted gardens at Giverny
- A choice of experiences in the spired town of Rouen, where the spirit of Joan of Arc lives on
- An inside tour of Château de Versailles
- Guided walk through the palace gardens or exploration of the gardens and Marie Antoinette farm by bicycle
- All gratuities to Tauck Director, guides & drivers
- Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at AUD $2,051
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- all gratuities to Tauck Director, guides & drivers, service charges, admission fees, taxes & porterage
- 20 included meals (7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners)
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and specified internal flights. International flights not included.
Deck Plans
Cabins
Category 1
- 150 sq. ft
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- Two windows, refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily, 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
- Telephone, safe and individual climate control, onboard wi-fi available
Category 2
- 183 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- Telephone, safe and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 3
- 150 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 4
- 183 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closets with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 5
- 183 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 6
- 225 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 7
- 300 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Pull-out sleeping sofa, two club chairs & coffee table, a desk and a TV credenza, Walk-in closet and dresser, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private Bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- Two floor-to-ceiling French Balconies with one sliding door that opens, Quad cabin made possible by pullout couch, Coffee maker plus mini-bar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, Breakfast room service, Iron plus ironing board, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone, safe and individual climate control
Deck Plans
Cabins
Category 1
- 150 sq. ft
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- Two windows, refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily, 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
- Telephone, safe and individual climate control, onboard wi-fi available
Category 2
- 183 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- Telephone, safe and individual climate control, Onboard wi-fi available, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 3
- 150 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 4
- 183 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closets with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 5
- 183 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 6
- 225 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Two chairs plus a desk, Built-in closet with drawers, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- One floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with one sliding door that opens, Refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily
- 32" LED TV, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom
Category 7
- 300 sq. ft.
- 2 European twin beds that can slide together
- Pull-out sleeping sofa, two club chairs & coffee table, a desk and a TV credenza, Walk-in closet and dresser, 400 thread count cotton linens\white duvets and pillows
- Private Bathroom with shower
- Molton Brown toiletries, Terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers
- Two floor-to-ceiling French Balconies with one sliding door that opens, Quad cabin made possible by pullout couch, Coffee maker plus mini-bar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily,
- 32" LED TV, Breakfast room service, Iron plus ironing board, 220v and 110v outlets in cabin and bathroom, Easy under-bed luggage storage, Telephone, safe and individual climate control
Brochure
Tauck European River Cruising (2024)
Availability
Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Cat 1 (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Cat 2 | $ 360 |
| Cat 3 | $ 580 |
| Cat 4 | $ 1,670 |
| Cat 5 | $ 2,540 |
| Cat 6 | $ 2,830 |
| Cat 7 | $ 3,550 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Upgrade prices can vary depending on the departure date & the month of travel. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Cat 1 (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Cat 2 | $ 380 |
| Cat 3 | $ 610 |
| Cat 4 | $ 1,750 |
| Cat 5 | $ 2,660 |
| Cat 6 | $ 2,960 |
| Cat 7 | $ 3,720 |
| Cat 1 (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Cat 2 | $ 380 |
| Cat 3 | $ 610 |
| Cat 4 | $ 1,750 |
| Cat 5 | $ 2,660 |
| Cat 6 | $ 2,960 |
| Cat 7 | $ 3,720 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Upgrade prices can vary depending on the departure date & the month of travel. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Tauck. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Tauck. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
