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Cruises By Distincte - Impressions of the Seine & Paris

Introduction
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7-Night Cruise With Amawaterways

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Impressions of the Seine & Paris

Discover the most renowned sites in Paris as well as sites memorialized by famous Impressionist painters along France’s Seine River. Meander through the renowned Gardens d’Acquigny and visit Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny. Indulge in Norman chocolate, cheese and cider and enhance your best self on guided bike tours through charming cities like Le Havre and Rouen. With fairytale castles, châteaux and idyllic scenery at every turn, this cruise is sure to inspire your own art – or at least conjure beautiful memories and dreams for years to come!
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Inclusions

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)

  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations

  • Desk and sitting area

  • Bottled water replenished daily

AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES

  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes

  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages

  • Internet and Wi-Fi access

  • Sun-deck whirlpool and walking track

  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon

  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar

  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances

AWARD-WINNING DINING

  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues

  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients

  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant

  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner

  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience

  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner

  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast

  • Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks

  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge

A WORLD OF EXPLORATION

  • Immersive tours in every destination

  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options

  • Bike tours and hikes

  • Special interest tours

  • Knowledgeable guides

  • Personal headset for easy exploration

  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

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Golf Options

Amawaterways offers a Golf Package for this river cruise.

Join either of our two expertly curated itineraries in Europe and play golf at four championship courses as your beautiful river cruise ship follows you wherever you go.

Courses

  • Le Golf National

  • Racing Club de France La Boulie

  • Golf PGA France du Vaudreuil

  • Golf d’Étretat

Other Inclusions

  • Concierge service, including club care

  • Luxury Mercedes transportation to and from courses

  • Lunch at each course with beer and wine

  • 1 round per golfer at each golf course

  • 1 shared golf cart per round

  • 1 range token per round

  • 1 Welcome Packet: a dozen Callaway Chrome Soft Tour golf balls per golfer, 1 pitch repair tool, 4 or 5 course guides, shoe bag

  • Club cleaning after each round

Cruise Highlights

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At a glance

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Impressions of the Seine & Paris

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Inclusions

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Golf Options

Day 1 - Paris Embarkation and Welcome

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Board Your Ship in Paris and Begin Cruise

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Embarkation in Paris

Board your ship in Paris for your Impressions of the Seine & Paris cruise.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 2 - Paris Bateaux Parisiens or Bike Tour

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Cruise the Seine or Bike Through Paris

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Bateaux Parisiens River Cruise

Experience the 'City of Light' from a unique perspective when you board a modern river boat at the Port de la Bourdonnais, located on the banks of the Seine River near the Eiffel Tower. With exterior seating and viewing platforms, your one-hour cruise will be a dream come true as you glide along the river and underneath Paris’s ornate bridges. From the boat, you will take in panoramic views of the city’s iconic buildings and monuments, including the Musee d’Orsay and the Notre Dame Cathedral.
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Paris Guided Bike Tour

Alternatively, pedal through this romantic city on a guided bike tour.
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Round at Le Golf National

2 Av. du Golf, 78280 Guyancourt, France

Golf Replaces All Excursions for the Day

Golf National offers stunning championship golf courses set against beautiful natural landscapes. As the host of the 2018 Ryder Cup, it is a landmark in the golfing world. Experience exclusive club amenities and state-of-the-art practice facilities, ensuring a memorable visit for all golf enthusiasts.

+33 1 30 43 36 00
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Lunch

Lunch is included on this day.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 3 - Mantes-La-Jolie and La Roche-Guyon Experiences

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Explore Mantes-La-Jolie, Bee Farm, and Château d'Anet

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Mantes-La-Jolie City Tour with Bee Farm Visit

Enjoy your morning in Mantes-La-Jolie, a historic center where French creatives produced musical instruments and visual art. Alternatively, go on a city tour during which you may see some of Mantes-La-Jolie’s beautiful religious structures, like the Gothic Notre Dame de Mantes, followed by a unique visit to a local bee farm.
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Château d'Anet Visit

Visit the distinctive Château d’Anet, an elegant Renaissance château built in the 16th century by King Henri II for his mistress, Diane de Poitiers.
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Scenic Cruising to La Roche-Guyon

In the afternoon, enjoy the beautiful views as you sail to La Roche-Guyon.
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Farm Visit with Cider and Cheese Tasting

Experience the world through your taste buds with a tasting tour, during which you will get a chance to try the region’s famous cider and cheese at a local farm.
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Lunch

Lunch is included on this day.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 4 - Vernon, Giverny and Gardens Excursions

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Explore Monet's Giverny and Local Gardens

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Monet’s Home and Gardens in Giverny

Experience the colorful splendor of Claude Monet’s magnificent gardens at his former home in Giverny, admiring the water lilies, Japanese bridges and graceful willow trees immortalized in his paintings.
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Giverny Guided Bike Tour

For a more active adventure, pedal through Giverny on a guided bike tour.
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Château d’Acquigny Garden Tour & Château de la Roche-Guyon

Journey to the beautiful Gardens d’Acquigny, boasting waterfalls, bridges, canals and a wide variety of trees and plant life. As part of your excursion, you will also venture within the borders of Vexin Francais Regional Nature Park to Château de la Roche-Guyon, a castle built against a cliff perched above the Seine that encompasses several centuries of architectural styles, with the ruins of its medieval tower dominating the village beneath it.

Rcf - Golf De La Boulie

Rue du Pont Colbert, 78000 Versailles, France

Golf Replaces All Excursions for the Day

Rcf - Golf De La Boulie boasts a beautifully landscaped course with challenging holes that cater to various skill levels. Set against the scenic backdrop of the French countryside, it offers a unique blend of sport and history, closely tied to the Racing Club de France. Its location near Versailles adds a cultural touch, making it a distinguished golfing destination.

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Lunch

Lunch is included on this day.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 5 - Rouen Medieval Walk, Bike, and Tastes

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Discover Rouen's Medieval Sights and Flavors

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Medieval Rouen Walking Tour

Join a walking tour past the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, painted numerous times by Monet, and see the square where Joan of Arc was martyred, as well as the Medieval Quarter and Great Clock.
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Legends of Château de Bonnemare

Delve into the once 'haunted' Château de Bonnemare, a 16th-century medieval castle housing a historic cider press, a kitchen rotisserie inspired by the designs of Leonardo da Vinci, and the inspiration for a tragic love poem written by Marie de France.
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Tastes of Normandy Tour

Go on the 'Tastes of Normandy' tour, where you'll be treated to the delicious flavors of the region, including chocolate, macaron, Norman cheese and cider.
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Rouen Guided Bike Tour

Ride through Rouen’s history-filled streets by bicycle to discover sites like the ossuary of Saint-Maclou, the grand Gothic Rouen Cathedral, and the idyllic trails along the city’s moat and through its parks before concluding your peaceful ride back to the ship.
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Lunch

Lunch is included on this day.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 6 - Caudebec-en-Caux to Le Havre: Castles and Arboretums

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Explore Bayeux, Caen, and Normandy Castles

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Bayeux and Caen Tour

Visit Bayeux, with a medieval city center and the world-renowned Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the 1066 Norman invasion of England, followed by a visit to Caen, where one of the top sites is the Château de Caen, an 11th-century castle built by William the Conqueror.
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Harcourt Arboretum, Château du Champ de Bataille, and Le Bec-Hellouin

Admire the 30-acre Harcourt Arboretum, with its nearly 3,000 trees, as well as the palatial Château du Champ de Bataille and the commune of Le Bec-Hellouin, known for its 11th-century abbey.
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Château d'Ételan Visit

Immerse yourself in the enchanting history of Château d'Ételan, the first Italian Renaissance Château built in France in 1494, where you may see a wonderful chapel with original wall paintings and the guard house dating back to 1350 in an amazing landscape.

GOLF VAUDREUIL

26 Av. Marc de la Haye, 27100 Le Vaudreuil, France
GOLF VAUDREUIL offers a beautifully maintained 18-hole golf course set in stunning natural surroundings. Enjoy diverse playing challenges suitable for all skill levels, along with a pro shop for quality golf gear. The on-site restaurant provides delicious dining options, making it a great spot for both golf and relaxation.
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Lunch

Lunch is included on this day.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 7 - Le Havre Excursions and Normandy Beaches

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Explore Honfleur, Normandy Beaches, and Le Havre

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Honfleur Excursion

Excursion to the seaside town of Honfleur, renowned for its picturesque harbor and for being an inspirational site for Impressionist painters.
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Normandy Beaches Full-Day Excursion

Full-day excursion to see the historic Normandy Beaches, where you may visit such sites as the cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach, the artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer and the village of Arromanches, where the remains of the floating harbor used during the WWII landings can be seen.
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Le Havre City Tour

City tour of the UNESCO-designated Le Havre.
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Le Havre Bike Tour

Bike tour through Le Havre.

Club de golf d'Étretat

Rte du Havre, 76790 Étretat, France
At the Club de golf d'Étretat, enjoy breathtaking views of the cliffs and ocean while playing on a challenging 18-hole course that has been captivating golfers since 1908. This unique cliff-top location features signature holes that beautifully integrate the natural landscape, making every round a memorable experience.
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Lunch

Lunch is included on this day.
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Dinner

Dinner is included on this day.

Day 8 - Le Havre Disembarkation and Departure

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Disembark in Le Havre and Prepare for Departure

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Breakfast

Breakfast is included on this day.
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Disembarkation in Le Havre

Disembark your ship in Le Havre and prepare for your return flight home.
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1. Paris (Embarkation & River Cruise)

Port de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris, France

2. Mantes-La-Jolie

Mantes-La-Jolie, 78200, France

3. Château d'Anet

Château d'Anet, Place du Château, 28260 Anet, France

4. La Roche-Guyon

La Roche-Guyon, 95780, France

5. Giverny (Monet’s Home and Gardens)

84 Rue Claude Monet, 27620 Giverny, France

6. Château d’Acquigny

1 Rue Aristide Briand, 27400 Acquigny, France

7. Rouen

Rouen, 76000, France

8. Château de Bonnemare

Château de Bonnemare, 27150 Radepont, France

9. Caudebec-en-Caux

Caudebec-en-Caux, 76490 Rives-en-Seine, France

10. Bayeux

Bayeux, 14400, France

11. Caen

Caen, 14000, France

12. Harcourt Arboretum

Arboretum d'Harcourt, 13 Rue du Château, 27800 Harcourt, France

13. Château du Champ de Bataille

Château du Champ de Bataille, 27110 Le Neubourg, France

14. Le Bec-Hellouin

Le Bec-Hellouin, 27800, France

15. Château d’Ételan

Château d'Ételan, 76940 Saint-Maurice-d'Ételan, France

16. Le Havre (Disembarkation & Excursions)

Le Havre, 76600, France

17. Honfleur

Honfleur, 14600, France

18. Colleville-sur-Mer (Normandy American Cemetery)

Normandy American Cemetery, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer, France

19. Omaha Beach

Omaha Beach, 14710 Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, France

20. Longues-sur-Mer Battery

Batterie de Longues-sur-Mer, 14400 Longues-sur-Mer, France

21. Arromanches-les-Bains

Arromanches-les-Bains, 14117, France