DAY 1 - Depart for England
Depart for England
DAY 2 - Arrive in London
Arrive in cosmopolitan London, and transfer to your hotel. The balance of the day is at leisure. This evening, attend an orientation meeting with your local host at approximately 6 PM, at the hotel. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: London
DAY 3 - London City Tour & Christmas Market
Discover the history, pageantry, and sights of the city with a half day tour of London. View iconic sights, including Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Westminster Abbey where the King's coronation took place, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace. Drive through fashionable Kensington with its elegant squares and parks, passing Harrods store. Your tour ends in the heart of London to explore at leisure and to discover the Christmas markets located throughout the city
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4 - Full Day in London
Today is free to explore fascinating London on your own. You may take a ride on the London Eye, visit Tate Modern, Madame Tussauds, or the British Museum. This morning, perhaps join the optional tour of the Tower of London and St. Paul's Cathedral
Optional: Tower of London & St. Paul's Cathedral (AM)
Overnight: London
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5 - Travel to Paris via the Chunnel, Cruise Embarkation
Today, transfer to the train station for your trip to Paris via the Chunnel, the 31-mile-long underwater tunnel. Upon arrival to Paris, transfer to the port for your cruise embarkation. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6 - Panoramic Tour of Paris & Christmas Market
Begin the day in Paris, with a panoramic tour, including a drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. View the iconic Eiffel Tower, Les Invalides and the Latin Quarter. Free time to explore the enchanting Christmas markets of Paris and experience the magic of the holiday season
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 - Rouen City Tour & Christmas Market
This afternoon, take a walking tour of the medieval quarter of Rouen. View the Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral that inspired Claude Monet to paint the cathedral series and the famous Le Gros -Horloge, a 16th century astronomical clock. Walk through the cobblestone streets lined with half-timbered storybook houses and view the courthouse and the Market Square where Joan of Arc was martyred. Free time to explore the Christmas market. Wander through the charming wooden chalets adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations, set against the backdrop of Rouen's iconic cathedral
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 - Vernon City Tour
Embark on a tour of Vernon, strolling through the well-preserved medieval Old Town with its half-timbered houses, and narrow cobblestone streets. Visit the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame, a stunning example of Gothic architecture. Admire its intricate façade, soaring spires, and beautiful stained-glass windows. Next, you will be treated to an organ concert*. The sounds of the organ resonate through the church, providing an unforgettable experience. Return to the ship and continue cruising in the afternoon
*The concert may be cancelled if there are religious events at the church.
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 - Full Day in Paris & Christmas Market
Spend the day at leisure, a perfect opportunity to visit the city's Christmas markets and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere. Perhaps, join the optional half day tour to Montmartre. Explore Montmartre with its bohemian vibe. View the Moulin Rouge and walk along the winding lanes to mingle with street artists selling their wares at Place du Tertre. Spectacular views of the city await you from the steps of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Afterward, enjoy a drink at a local bistro. This evening, during dinner, bid farewell to your Cruise Director
Optional: Half Day Montmartre (AM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 - Disembarkation, Louvre Museum
This morning after disembarkation, visit the incomparable Louvre, one of the world's most famous museums. Of the many exhibitions found therein, view the medieval fortress, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace, and the museum's most reputed masterpiece, Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. Afternoon is at leisure to further explore this fascinating city on your own
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11 - Full Day in Paris
Spend the day at leisure or join the optional Champagne region tour. Travel to the heart of the Champagne region, which is famous for the sparkling white wine that bears its name. Drive along the elegant Avenue de Champagne, in Epernay, home to many of the world's most celebrated Champagne houses. Visit one of the wine cellars to learn more about the champagne process and savor tastings of this expensive delight. Then, continue to Reims with its Gothic cathedral adorned with striking stained-glass windows, where many of France's kings were crowned before returning to Paris
Optional: Full Day Champagne Region (AM)
Overnight: Paris
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12 - Depart France
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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