Grand France - 15 Days

BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before November 30, 2009 to SAVE A$650 per couple (A$325 per person) off twin share cruise only rates.

Combine Paris and Normandy with Burgundy and Provence for one grand cruise

From the bridges of Paris to the beaches of Normandy and the sunny landscapes of the Mediterranean, you'll experience all of France in a manner of unsurpassed style and comfort. Sail north and explore world-famous Paris. Visit the charming towns and villages such as Honfleur and Giverny, that were so inspirational to the Impressionist artists. Be inspired as you walk the beaches of Normandy where the Allied forces landed during WWII's D-Day Invasion, and visit Rouen and the very site where Joan of Arc was martyred.

As you sail south through Burgundy and Provence from Chalon to Arles, you'll enjoy lively towns and gorgeous landscapes. Visit Lyon, center of Gallo-Roman history and culinary capital of France. Walk through the streets of Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the town immortalized by Van Gogh in over 300 of his paintings and drawings. And explore the well-preserved Medieval city of Avignon, with its spectacular Palace of the Popes. Grand France is one grand adventure offering you the very best of France.

Who will enjoy this cruise: Connoisseurs of everything French, their culinary masterpieces, their robust wines, the Eiffel Tower, quaint villages, ethereal landscapes and sun-baked vineyards, cathedrals, and sites of historic greatness. Vive la France!

Paris to Arles
  • Day 1 - Paris (embark)
  • Day 2 - Les Andelys, Rouen
  • Day 3 - Rouen (Normandy Beach)
  • Day 4 - Rouen
  • Day 5 - Caudebec (Honfleur)
  • Day 6 - Vernon (Giverny)
  • Day 7 - Paris
  • Day 8 - Paris (disembark), transfer to Chalon-sur-Saône (embark)
  • Day 9 - Chalon-sur-Saône (Beaune)
  • Day 10 - Lyon
  • Day 11 - Tournon, Tain l'Hermitage, Vivier
  • Day 12 - Viviers, Avigno
  • Day 13 - Avignon
  • Day 14 - Arles
  • Day 15 - Arles (disembark), transfer to Marseille Airport

Departure Dates:
March 21, April 4, 18, May 2, 16, 30, June 13, 27, July 11, 25, August 8, 22, September 5, 19, October 3, 17, 31

Paris to Arles
  • Day 1 - Arrive at Marseille airport, transfer to Arles (embark)
  • Day 2 - Arles, Avignon
  • Day 3 - Avignon
  • Day 4 - Viviers
  • Day 5 - Tournon/Tain l'Hermitage
  • Day 6 - Lyon
  • Day 7 - Chalon-sur-Saône (Beaune)
  • Day 8 - Chalon sur Saône (disembark), transfer to Paris (embark)
  • Day 9 - Les Andelys, Rouen
  • Day 10 vRouen (Normandy Beaches)
  • Day 11 - Rouen
  • Day 12 - Caudebec (Honfleur)
  • Day 13 - Vernon (Giverny)
  • Day 14 - Paris
  • Day 15 - Paris (disembark), transfer to the airport

Departure Dates:
April 4, 18, May 2, 16, 30, June 13, 27, July 11, 25, August 8, 22, September 5, 19, October 3, 17

Departure Dates Total Per Person Twin Share Single Supplement Option†
21 Mar $5,579 $3,099
04 Apr $5,904 $3,099
04 Apr* $5,904 $3,099
18 Apr $6,153 $3,099
18 Apr* $6,153 $3,099
02 May $6,604 $3,099
02 May* $6,604 $3,099
16 May $6,753 $3,099
16 May* $6,753 $3,099
30 May $6,753 $3,099
30 May* $6,753 $3,099
13 Jun $6,753 $3,099
13 Jun* $6,753 $3,099
27 Jun $6,253 $3,099
27 Jun* $6,253 $3,099
11 Jul $6,253 $3,099
11 Jul* $6,253 $3,099
25 Jul $6,253 $3,099
25 Jul* $6,253 $3,099
08 Aug $6,753 $3,099
08 Aug* $6,753 $3,099
22 Aug $7,004 $3,099
22 Aug* $7,004 $3,099
05 Sep $7,029 $3,099
05 Sep* $7,029 $3,099
19 Sep $7,029 $3,099
19 Sep* $7,029 $3,099
03 Oct $6,879 $3,099
03 Oct* $6,879 $3,099
17 Oct $6,253 $3,099
17 Oct* $6,253 $3,099
31 Oct $5,604 $3,099

Prices in Australian Dollars Only

* On these dates cruise operates Arles to Paris. Prices shown above include cruise in Cat. 3, Main Deck on the River Baroness and Cat. 3, Champagne Deck on the River Royale.
† Single supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing below, suite upgrade for singles price on application.
- Airfare is not included in these prices. Total price includes port charges. Please contact us for the latest deals.

To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per-person Twin Share price:
Category 2 A$650
Category 1 A$1,225
Package Includes:
  • 14-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the elegant River Baroness and the breathtaking River Royale
  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas
  • 12 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
  • State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
  • Complimentary use of bicycles
  • Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program
  • 2 Captain’s Welcome & 2 Captain’s Farewell Dinners
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment
  • 2 Signature lectures
  • An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
  • All transfers on arrival and departure days