District, with its astonishing wealth of medieval and Renaissance architecture, sidewalk cafés and fashionable shops – along with a chocolate tasting. Whichever option you choose, enjoy free time to explore on your own before returning to the riverboat. Tonight is your last night aboard ship; join us for the captain’s farewell reception and dinner. Meals BLD
12. VERSAILLES AND MONTMARTRE Disembark this morning, and then it’s your choice – a day at the Palace of Versailles, or a day in Montmartre. Explore Château Versailles, the stunning palace of the Sun King, Louis XIV, with its sumptuous salons, halls, and mirrors, and legendary gardens. Alternatively, tour one of the most fascinating districts in Paris, colorful Montmartre, beloved by artists and writers, home to bohemian cafés and cabarets like the Moulin Rouge; your visit includes sightseeing aboard the famous petite “miniature train” that winds through the neighborhood. Everyone enjoys free time to spend as you please this afternoon; your luxury hotel in Versailles is a palace itself, in Belle Époque style. Meals B
13. CERNAY AND DREUX Smaller towns and villages are home to a wealth of cultural treasures, and offer you the chance to immerse in daily life. Journey to the Chevreuse Valley for a visit to Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, a restored Gothic monastery in a tranquil forest setting; the 12th-century abbey with its impressive architecture
is an enchanting retreat in a reserve known for its picturesque châteaux, villages, farms, and woodlands. You’ll also visit the medieval town of Dreux, whose magnificent Royal Chapel is the burial site for the House of Orleans. Return to Versailles, and join us tonight for the piece de resistance of your two-week journey, a farewell reception and dinner. Meals BLD
14. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: Paris. Fly home anytime. Transfer is included from Trianon Palace Versailles, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel to Charles de Gaulle Airport, Gare de Lyon station, Charles de Gaulle station and Gare du Nord. You should allow 3 hours for flight check-in at the airport. Meals B
14 DAYS FROM $6,790 PLUS AIRFARE (13 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches & 11 Dinners)
BEGINS LONDON CRUISE PRICE PER PERSON - ABOARD MS SWISS SAPPHIRE
Date CAT 1 CAT 2 CAT 3 CAT 4 CAT 5 CAT 6 CAT 7
Apr 9* $6790 $7040 $7190 $7640 $7940 $8540 $9240 Apr 18 $6990 $7240 $7390 $7840 $8140
$7290 $7540 $7690 $8140 $7290 $7540 $7690 $8140
$8440 $9040 $9740 $8440 $9040 $9740
$8740 $9440
May 18* $7790 $8040 $8190 $8640 $8940 $9540 $10,240 May 27 $7790 $8040 $8190 $8640 $8940 $9540 $10,240 Jul 17* Jul 26
Aug 25* $7590 $7840 $7990 $8440 $8740 $9340 $10,040 Sep 3
Oct 3* $7590 $7840 $7990 $8440 $8740 $9340 $10,040 Oct 12 $7290 $7540 $7690 $8140
$7790 $8040 $8190 $8640 $8940 $9540 $10,240 $8440 $9040 $9740
Special Solo Traveler Savings – No Single Supplement in Category 1: On all departures, the single price in Category 1 is the same as the double price – no single supplement, which means savings of up to 50% for solo travelers! Solo Travelers also enjoy Savings of $1000 per cabin in Category 4 and 5 on the April 9 and October 12 departures. Certain restrictions apply; ask at time of booking.
Note: *Indicates Paris to London direction. Single prices Cat 2 and above start at 40% over the double price; inquire at time of booking or visit
www.tauck.com/river-cruises for complete pricing plus up-to-the-minute space availability.
Land/cruise price per person, based on double occupancy, includes cruise fare, most meals, port charges, shore ex cur sions, applicable fuel surcharges, and gratuities to Tauck Directors, Tauck Cruise Director, ship staff, local guides & drivers, as well as on all included meals.
New for 2014: Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship now include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks.
International Airfare is additional. Call Tauck for special rates on international air, in coach or business, for travel originating in the United States (subject to availability).
Itinerary Changes – Although not expected, Tauck reserves the right to alter the sequence of ports or omit or substitute scheduled ports or attractions at any time without prior notice. South and north itineraries are similar. Museums and attractions may be subject to closure due to state, local or religious holidays. This cruise includes a fair amount of walking. Ask about additional hotel nights before or after your cruise, or about our comprehensive Cruise Protection Product.
See page 94 for riverboat deck plans & specifications. Discover the overwhelming power of the Baroque in the halls of Versailles. Call your travel agent or Tauck at 877-519-1035
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