Unique & Original Cruises on the Seine aboard a paddle-wheel ship

####6 DAY / 5 NIGHT CRUISE – REF. PRG_PP    NEW IN 2026
Hidden Gems along the Seine:
From Bucolic Stops to Royal Shores
####D1 | Paris

Boarding at 6:00 p.m. Introduction of the crew and welcome cocktail in the lounge. Night-time cruise through Paris(1).

####D2 | Paris • Melun • Saint-Mammès(2)

Morning cruise to Melun. Optional excursion: visit to the Château de Fontainebleau(3). This magnificent royal château in Renaissance and classical style was home to 34 kings and 2 emperors for nearly eight centuries. With its 1,500 rooms, it is one of the largest and most furnished châteaux in France. Its stunning gardens, invite you to stroll.
Return on board at Saint-Mammès.
####D3 | Saint-Mammès(2) • Corbeil-Essonnes

In the morning, optional excursion: Moret-Loinget- Orvanne, a charming village on the banks of the Seine and the Château de Rosa Bonheur. Afternoon cruise to Corbeil-Essonnes along the meanders of the Seine. Each stop, from locks to picturesque banks, tells a story and invites contemplation.
####D4 | Corbeil-Essonnes • Paris

Morning cruise to Paris. In the afternoon, optional excursions:
**CLASSIC: Île de la Cité.**Discover the cradle of Paris on foot. You will admire the majestic Notre- Dame Cathedral(4) (interiors), a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. After the devastating fire of 2019, the cathedral has regained its splendour and continues to embody the history and soul of Paris. Your visit will end at the Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in the city, offering a splendid view of the Seine and its romantic quays.

**DISCOVERY: Paris by sidecar.** Alone or with a partner, enjoy an intimate outdoor visit with a 360° view. You will discover the must-sees of the capital as well as its hidden treasures with your local driver. Overnight navigation towards La Roche-Guyon.
####D5 | La Roche-Guyon

In the morning, optional excursions:
**CLASSIC: La Roche-Guyon and its château.**Nestled between the Seine and a chalk cliff, La Roche-Guyon is one of the most beautiful villages in France.
**DISCOVERY: visit to Claude Monet’s house and gardens.** This avant-garde artist is recognized as one of the founders of the Impressionist movement. Afternoon navigation towards Paris, along the winding Seine. Arrival in Paris at night. Gala evening.
####D6 | Paris

Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

####Cruise highlights •**ONLY WITH CROISIEUROPE:**navigation aboard a paddlewheel ship

**MUST-SEES:**
• The Château de Fontainebleau(3-6),
residence of kings and emperors
• A bucolic and artistic interlude between
the streets of Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne(6)
and the unique charm of Château de Rosa Bonheur(6)
• The Île de la cité(6), dive into the heart
of Paris’ history and be amazed by the
timeless majesty of Notre-Dame de Paris
• Discover Paris like never before aboard
a vintage sidecar(6)

**FAVOURITE:**
• The Claude Monet Foundation in Giverny(6)

**FULL BOARD AND DRINKS**
**INCLUDED ON BOARD**

EXCURSIONS PACKAGE
Benefit from a 5% discount depending on the number of excursions booked before departure.
Please contact us for details.
[ See cruises here](https://acaqd.r.ag.d.sendibm3.com/mk/cl/f/sh/SMK1E8tHeFuBncLmvRbaAYRLV72b/Di1HXTQTNieB) ####Cruise highlights •**ONLY WITH CROISIEUROPE:**navigation aboard a paddlewheel ship

**MUST-SEES:**

• The Château of Fontainebleau(2-8)
• The majestic world of the Château de Versailles(4-8)
• The Château du Taillis(8)
• Rouen(8), the city of a hundred steeples
and the fascinating epic of Joan of Arc
• The charm of La Roche-Guyon(8)
• The enchanting world of Claude Monet at Giverny(8)

**FAVORITE:**
• L’île de la cité(8), immerse yourself in the heart of Parisian history and marvel at the timeless majesty of Notre- Dame de Paris

**FULL BOARD AND DRINKS**
**INCLUDED ON BOARD**

EXCURSIONS PACKAGE
Benefit from a 5% discount depending on the number of excursions booked before departure.
Please contact us for details.

####8-DAY / 7-NIGHT CRUISE • REF. PNR_PP      NEW IN 2026
The History of France, from Paris to Normandy
####D1 | Paris

Boarding at 6:00 p.m. Introduction of the crew and welcome cocktail in the lounge. Night-time cruise through Paris(1).

####D2 | Melun

Morning cruise. From the sun deck, enjoy breathtaking views of the banks and savor the river’s tranquility. In the afternoon, **optional excursion: visit to the Château de Fontainebleau(2)**and its magnificent gardens, invite you to stroll.
####D3 | Melun • Paris

Morning cruise between Melun and Paris along the meandering Seine. In the afternoon, optional excursions: **CLASSIC: Île de la Cité.**Explore on foot the cradle of Paris. Admire the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral(3) (interiors), a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. Your visit will end on the Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in the city. **DISCOVERY: Paris by sidecar.**Whether alone or with a companion, fully enjoy an intimate outdoor visit with a 360° view in the company of your local driver. With him, you’ll share knowledge and anecdotes as you criss-cross the Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain or Montmartre. Overnight navigation.
####D4 | Poissy • Mantes-La-Jolie

In the morning, **optional excursions: CLASSIC: Château de Versailles.**
**DISCOVERY: The Gardens of Versailles(4).** Afternoon cruise through the enchanting landscapes of the Seine.
####D5 | Caudebec-en-Caux • Rouen

In the morning, **optional excursions: CLASSIC: Caudebec-en-Caux and the Muséo-**
**Seine museum.DISCOVERY: Château du Taillis.** Afternoon cruise towards Rouen.
####D6 | Rouen • La Roche-Guyon

In the morning, **optional excursions: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Rouen. DISCOVERY: the Historial of Joan of Arc(6).** Afternoon cruise along typical Norman villages. Discover a rich heritage of history and culture. Upon arrival at La Roche-Guyon, admire its castle perched on a rocky spur overlooking the river.
####D7 | Rouen • La Roche-Guyon

In the morning, **optional excursions: CLASSIC: La Roche-Guyon and its castle.**
**DISCOVERY: Visit to Claude Monet’s house(7) and gardens.**Afternoon cruise towards Paris. Gala evening.
####D8 | Paris

Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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