Entitled “The Seine: Holiday Magic,” the journey starts in Paris with guests embarking on the ms Sapphire. They will spend three nights in the capital, with two full days to explore. Parisian highlights will include strolls through renowned Christmas markets such as those in the Tuileries Garden. Here, visitors can indulge in seasonal treats like hot mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, or shop for handmade local items. Additional options in Paris feature a visit to the Cluny Museum to see medieval art or a tour of the iconic Sainte-Chapelle, famous for its breathtaking 13th-century stained glass.
The cruise continues for eight days, stopping at Rouen, Les Andelys, and Vernon. A standout experience is a private holiday gathering at the majestic Château de Bizy, still owned by a descendant of Napoleon and resplendent with holiday decorations. Additionally, an exclusive lunch and afternoon tea at the festively adorned Château Vaux-le-Vicomte will allow guests to explore its grand 100-room structure and meticulous gardens.
In Normandy, the holiday spirit flourishes at local Christmas markets, with an optional next-day excursion to the historic D-Day beaches or the Rouen Fine Arts Museum.
Tauck enhances this holiday experience aboard the ms Sapphire with festive décor, seasonal entertainment, and interactive activities led by a local artist. The cruise, offered on five dates next year, starts at $4,490 USD* per person, excluding airfare. The price encompasses all shore excursions, gratuities, onboard beverages and meals, taxes, airport transfers, and more.
CONTINUED EXPANSION ON THE RIVERS OF FRANCE This new itinerary on the River Seine marks Tauck’s first Christmas market cruise in France and its fifth overall, adding to its offerings on the Danube, Rhine, and the waterways of Belgium and Holland. Following their announcement in late October, Tauck plans to further expand its French river cruising fleet with two new riverboats destined for the Rhone and Seine rivers.
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