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11-DAY PARIS TO NORMANDY WITH 3 NIGHTS IN LONDON
River cruise holiday from:
- Price on application*
Travel dates: Selected departures throughout 2027
Your Avalon Waterways holiday includes:
- 11-day holiday including a 7-night Seine River cruise and 3 nights in London
- 7 nights aboard an award-winning Avalon Suite Ship®
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in London
- High-speed train from Paris to London
- Spacious Panorama Suites with Open-Air Balcony®
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard
- Daily breakfasts during your London stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
- Services of an expert Cruise Director and local guides
- Choice of Active, Classic and Discovery excursions in selected ports
Countries visited:
- France
- United Kingdom
Itinerary highlights:
- Explore Paris, the City of Light
- Cruise the picturesque Seine River through Normandy
- Visit Vernon with a choice of Monet's Gardens at Giverny or Bizy Castle
- Choose between the Normandy Landing Beaches excursion or a Taste of Normandy experience
- Discover medieval Rouen and its magnificent Gothic Cathedral
- Visit Conflans with a choice of Auvers-sur-Oise or Malmaison
- Return to Paris for guided sightseeing of its famous landmarks
- Travel by high-speed train to London
- Enjoy three nights in London with guided city sightseeing
- See Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Piccadilly Circus
Included experiences:
- Guided sightseeing throughout France and London
- Choice of included excursions in several destinations
- Historic, cultural and culinary experiences
- Scenic cruising along the Seine River
- Luxury accommodation onboard Avalon Suite Ship®
- Premium hotel accommodation in London
Why you'll love this holiday:
- Experience two iconic European capitals in one journey
- Visit the historic D-Day Landing Beaches or discover Normandy's food and culture
- See Monet's famous gardens at Giverny
- Explore the medieval streets of Rouen
- Enjoy Paris' timeless charm before finishing in London
- Travel seamlessly by high-speed rail between France and England
- Relax in Avalon Waterways' spacious Panorama Suites with personalised service
Seasonal experiences:
- Spring departures may feature Paris in bloom and Monet's colourful gardens
- Summer departures can include Rouen Cathedral's evening light show
- Autumn departures showcase Normandy's apple harvest and cider tastings
- Seasonal themed excursions vary throughout the year
*Cruise operates on selected departures throughout the 2027 season. Pricing varies by departure date, suite category and availability. Itinerary, sightseeing and seasonal experiences are subject to change. High-speed rail, hotel accommodation and sightseeing are included as specified.
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Itineraries
Day 1
PARIS, FRANCE (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to France. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding
Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Your day is free to explore the world’s most romantic city before starting your cruise on the
Seine. Get acquainted with the City of Light today with some shopping, strolling, or with a
croissant and café au lait to watch the world go by amid the Parisian cityscape.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VERNON
Dinner
Day 2
VERNON - LES ANDELYS
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
ACTIVE EXCURSION
Take a Guided Bike Tour through the picturesque Normandy countryside from
Vernon to Giverny, ending with a visit to Monet’s enchanting gardens and home,
OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Tour of Giverny, home and inspiration of the master impressionist
painter Claude Monet. Walk the grounds and see Monet’s charming residence, and
the flower and water gardens captured in his masterpieces*, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Visit to Bizy Castle—called “Normandy’s Versailles” for its
magnificent courtyard, water garden, and stables.
DISCOVERY EXCURSION
While sailing, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crêpes,
followed by a Pastry Demonstration.
This afternoon, enjoy a beautiful cruise to the picturesque town of Les Andelys.
LES ANDELYS
Serenity on the Seine
ACTIVE EXCURSION
Join a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins of Château Gaillard—historic home of
King Richard the Lionheart**, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys—one of France’s most picturesque
spots on the Seine.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CAUDEBEC
replaced with a Guided Tour of La Roche-Guyon and its castle
** This excursion will not be operated in November
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 3
CAUDEBEC
Ancient Abbeys Along the Seine
ACTIVE EXCURSION
Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Trip along the Normandy Abbeys Route—where more than 100
medieval Benedictine and Augustine abbeys and churches were built along the Seine.
This afternoon, you may choose a Guided Optional Excursion to the old seaside town of
Honfleur.
DISCOVERY EXCURSION
Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the days before and after the Normandy landing of D-Day.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CAUDEBEC
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your cruise.
Honfleur, Jewel of Normandy
Visit the place where the Seine River begins and where artists have flocked for centuries:
Honfleur with its captivating old harbor, medieval Old Town, and coastal charm.
4h 0m
Price Range: $$
Day 4
CAUDEBEC. EXCURSION TO NORMANDY
Bravery on Normandy Beaches and French Farming Traditions
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Tour of Normandy’s WWII landing beaches, visit significant U.S.
sites, including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc monument, and the American
Cemetery, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a full-day Guided Tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites,
including the British cemetery, Pegasus Memorial (until the end of May replaced
with a visit to the D-Day Museum), the seaside town of Arromanches, the Juno
Beach Center, and the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Tour to get a taste of authentic tradition in the beautiful region of Normandy. Toast the day with a brandy tasting in Calvados.
EVENING CRUISE TO ROUEN
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 5
ROUEN
The Cathedral of Notre-Dame and a Heroine for France
ACTIVE EXCURSION
Take a Guided Bike Tour to discover and explore the most famous monuments
and the lesser known hidden gems of Rouen on two wheels, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided Walking Tour of Rouen—site of Saint Joan of Arc’s martyrdom—and
see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and NotreDame Cathedral.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO CONFLANS
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Day 6
CONFLANS
The Footsteps of Van Gogh, Bonaparte, and Louis XIV
ACTIVE EXCURSION
Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the Seine with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided Visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, home and resting place of Vincent van
Gogh, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Take a Guided tour of the opulent Château de Malmaison*—home of Napoléon
Bonaparte and his wife Josephine.
Perhaps, join a Guided Optional Excursion to the Palace of Versailles—home to a succession
of French kings.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
AFTERNOON/EVENING CRUISE TO PARIS
* Château de Malmaison is closed the 1st Sunday of each month. On these dates, this
excursion will be replaced by a visit to Château de Chantilly
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be
available for purchase on your cruise.
Versailles, Palace of the Sun King
Spend part of your day like a French aristocrat, strolling through the halls and gardens of
Louis XIV's opulent Palace of Versailles.
5h 0m
Price Range: $$$
Day 7
PARIS
Cafés, Cathedrals and Canvases in the City of Light
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
ACTIVE EXCURSION
Experience the Seine river by foot with your Adventure Host, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Discover the ancient heart of Paris on a captivating Guided Walk featuring the
Palais-Royal, Louvre pyramid, ancient sites on Île de la Cité, the Left Bank, bustling
Latin Quarter, and more, OR:
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Join a Guided City Tour featuring the iconic sites of Paris, which make the City of
Light the most romantic and remarkable city in the world.
Stroll through Paris on your own or linger over wine in a literary café on the Left Bank.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PARIS
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore
other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be
available for purchase on your cruise.
Excursion to Montmartre
Experience Montmartre, one the of most artistic and picturesque districts in Paris.
4h 0m
Price Range: $$
Day 8
PARIS (DISEMBARKATION)-LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM
Bid adieu to your Avalon ship after breakfast. An included transfer delivers you to the train
station. Travel to London by high-speed Eurostar train (Standard class).
Breakfast
Day 9
LONDON
England’s Exciting Capital
On to London!
CLASSIC EXCURSION
Enjoy a morning Guided Sightseeing including all of London’s famous landmarks.
Drive past the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben; Westminster Abbey, where
William and Catherine, the Prince and Princess of Wales, were married;
Whitehall’s mounted horseguards; the Prime Minister’s Downing Street;
Buckingham Palace and Piccadilly Circus. Then, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral (except
on Sundays). Sir Christopher Wren’s masterpiece with its world-famous dome is an
iconic feature of London’s skyline.
Breakfast
While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore
other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be
available for purchase on your cruise.
Dinner and Theatre
Your evening includes tickets to your choice of show, and a two-course pre-theatre meal
(please note: no drinks included) at a specially chosen restaurant just a short distance…
6h 0m
Price Range: $$$
Day 10
LONDON
Free Time on the Thames
Enjoy a free day exploring this spectacular city at your own pace. Perhaps take to the sky on
the London Eye for fantastic views over the city or visit Windsor Castle for a tour of the
magnificent State Apartments. In the evening, see one of the dozens of celebrated West End
shows, or enjoy dinner at a traditional London pub, followed by a relaxing night-time cruise
on the Thames River. There are so many ways to make your stay unforgettable.
Breakfast
While we include your choice of many excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore
other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be
available for purchase on your cruise.
London Eye
At 135 metres, the London Eye is the world's tallest cantilevered observation wheel, with
40 kilometre panoramic views on a clear day. The gradual rotation in one of the 32 high-…
1h 45m
Price Range: $
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter
This unique walking tour takes you behind-the-scenes and showcases a huge array of
beautiful sets, costumes and props. It also reveals some closely guarded secrets, includin…
7h 30m
Price Range: $$$$
Madame Tussauds
Walk the red carpet at the legendary Madame Tussauds London and meet the world's
most famous stars from Hollywood to Bollywood, and The Royal Family to Rock Royalty.
3h 30m
Price Range: $
Churchill War Rooms
History was made in Churchill War Rooms: the underground nerve centre that allowed
Britain's leaders to plot the allied route to victory during the Second World War. Find ou…
3h 0m
Price Range: $
The London Dungeon
Delve into the blood-curdling parts of history that your teachers never wanted to tell you.
Live actors, scary rides, shows and special effects, transport you back to those black, ble…
3h 0m
Price Range: $
Sea Life London
With 17 themed zones and over 600 species of marine life, SEA LIFE London will take you
on a fascinating journey from the coastline to the depths of the ocean. Discover a magic…
3h 30m
Price Range: $
Hampton Court Palace
From Henry VIII and "Bloody" Queen Mary to the ghostly Grey Lady and the puzzling
hedge maze, you'll be positively captivated by rich history and infamous characters duri…
6h 30m
Price Range: $
Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace was once Princess Diana's home. Sir Christopher Wren lavishly
improved the original house, turning it into a palace for William III and Mary II. It…
3h 0m
Price Range: $
Stonehenge Direct
Stonehenge is the most famous prehistoric monument in the world. Come and unlock its
secrets.
7h 0m
Price Range: $$
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Visit the reconstructed Globe Theatre, opened in 1997 and dedicated to Shakespeare's
work.
4h 0m
Price Range: $
Tower Bridge Exhibition
Visit the Tower Bridge exhibition - an impressive 42 metres above the Thames, it offers
incredible views of the city and is filled with information about the iconic structure that…
4h 0m
Price Range: $
Westminster Abbey
An absolutely essential part of any visit to London, Westminster Abbey is one of the city's
most iconic buildings. Steeped in over a thousand years of history, Benedictine monks…
3h 0m
Price Range: $
Chelsea Football Club Stadium Tour and Museum
Learn about the history of the football club from its creation in 1905 to the present.
Admire the trophy cabinet on display and make sure to visit the Megastore at the end. G…
2h 0m
Price Range: $
Day 11
LONDON
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
- 11-day holiday including a 7-night Seine River cruise and 3 nights in London
- 7 nights aboard an award-winning Avalon Suite Ship®
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in London
- High-speed train from Paris to London
- Spacious Panorama Suites with Open-Air Balcony®
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner onboard
- Daily breakfasts during your London stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
- Services of an expert Cruise Director and local guides
- Choice of Active, Classic and Discovery excursions in selected ports
Countries visited:
- France
- United Kingdom
Itinerary highlights:
- Explore Paris, the City of Light
- Cruise the picturesque Seine River through Normandy
- Visit Vernon with a choice of Monet's Gardens at Giverny or Bizy Castle
- Choose between the Normandy Landing Beaches excursion or a Taste of Normandy experience
- Discover medieval Rouen and its magnificent Gothic Cathedral
- Visit Conflans with a choice of Auvers-sur-Oise or Malmaison
- Return to Paris for guided sightseeing of its famous landmarks
- Travel by high-speed train to London
- Enjoy three nights in London with guided city sightseeing
- See Big Ben, Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Piccadilly Circus
Included experiences:
- Guided sightseeing throughout France and London
- Choice of included excursions in several destinations
- Historic, cultural and culinary experiences
- Scenic cruising along the Seine River
- Luxury accommodation onboard Avalon Suite Ship®
- Premium hotel accommodation in London
Why you'll love this holiday:
- Experience two iconic European capitals in one journey
- Visit the historic D-Day Landing Beaches or discover Normandy's food and culture
- See Monet's famous gardens at Giverny
- Explore the medieval streets of Rouen
- Enjoy Paris' timeless charm before finishing in London
- Travel seamlessly by high-speed rail between France and England
- Relax in Avalon Waterways' spacious Panorama Suites with personalised service
Seasonal experiences:
- Spring departures may feature Paris in bloom and Monet's colourful gardens
- Summer departures can include Rouen Cathedral's evening light show
- Autumn departures showcase Normandy's apple harvest and cider tastings
- Seasonal themed excursions vary throughout the year
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