in English, play an important part in the history of Normandy, with apple orchards taking root in Roman times. While the first cider was said to have been distilled in 1553, before that the Norman apple was used in poultices, ointments and cosmetics (hence the term “pommade”). With over two thousand varieties of apples, Normandy is naturally proud of its cider and of its Calvados. Visit a local farm for a taste of fresh-pressed apple cider en route back to your riverboat. Have lunch onboard while we cruise to Vernon for a late afternoon arrival. Meals BLD
9. MONET’S HOME & GARDENS AT GIVERNY It’s awash in pink and green, adorned in wisteria, azalea and water lilies, and basked in dappled sunlight that is reminiscent of the works of its famous 43-year resident, painter Claude Monet. Giverny invites your discovery today on a morning excursion that shows you the artist’s home as he lived it and painted it. His pink stucco house gives the impression that his family of 10 still lives there; its rooms showcase his private furnishings and his collection of Japanese prints adorn walls throughout. Outside, you’ll find easels displaying works-in-progress in his garden studios, including replicas of the immense water lily paintings that hang in Paris at the Musée de l’Orangerie, and the gardens that inspired them. If perchance you are not a gardener, viewing these floral wonderlands in person might plant the seeds for you to become one! You will have time to walk pathways bordered with nasturtiums, hollyhocks, hybrid lilies or snapdragons, depending on the season’s blooms, and go through the tunnel that leads to the Water Garden and the oft-painted Japanese Bridge. You may want to pose for a photo or a quick sketch during your visit, perhaps painting your own impressionist work from it when you return home. After lunch in a local restaurant, meet your riverboat in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine as it heads
back along the Seine bound for Paris. Your last night aboard ship will be a festive affair as you are invited to celebrate at the captain’s farewell reception, followed by dinner. Meals BLD
10. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: Paris. Disembark your riverboat in Paris after breakfast this morning. Fly home anytime; a transfer from your riverboat to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport or the Gare de Lyon, Charles de Gaulle or Gare du Nord train stations is included. Allow a minimum of three hours for flight check-in. For additional hotel nights in Paris, ask at booking. Meals B
10 DAYS FROM $4,290 PLUS AIRFARE (9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 8 Dinners)
8-DAY CRUISE-ONLY FROM $3,390 PLUS AIRFARE (7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 7 Dinners)
BEGINS PARIS CRUISE PRICE PER PERSON - MS SWISS SAPPHIRE Date CAT 1 CAT 2 CAT 3 CAT 4 CAT 5 CAT 6 CAT 7
Apr 1 $4290 $4540 $4690 $5140 $5440 $6040 $6740 Apr 26 $4890 $5140 $5290 $5740 $6040 $6640 $7340 Jun 4 $5490 $5740 $5890 $6340 $6640 $7240 $7940 Jun 11 $5490 $5740 $5890 $6340 $6640 $7240 $7940 Aug 3 $4890 $5140 $5290 $5740 $6040 $6640 $7340 Aug 28 $5490 $5740 $5890 $6340 $6640 $7240 $7940 Sep 4 $5790 $6040 $6190 $6640 $6940 $7540 $8240 Sep 29 $5790 $6040 $6190 $6640 $6940 $7540 $8240 Oct 6 $5490 $5740 $5890 $6340 $6640 $7240 $7940
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 April 1, Aug 3 and Oct 6 departures. Certain restrictions apply; ask at time of booking.
Note: Single prices Category 2 and above start at 40% over the double price; please visit
tauck.com/river-cruises or inquire at time of booking for complete pricing plus up-to-the-minute space availability. Ask about 8-day cruise only pricing.
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 and drivers, as well as on all included meals.
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 for travel originating in the U.S. (subject to availability).
Please note: 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. Further, museums and attractions may be subject to closure due to state, local or religious holidays. This cruise includes a fair amount of walking.
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before or after your cruise, or about our Cruise Protection Product.
Savor a natural taste of Normandy during a delectable visit to a local farm Call your travel agent or Tauck at 877-519-1035 See page 116 for riverboat deck plans and specifications.
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