Join Nice Winery in 2027 From Paris to the Beaches of Normandy
Join Nice Winery in 2027 as we travel from Paris to the Beaches of Normandy
Wine River Cruise From Paris to Le Havre, France
October 9 – 16, 2027
Optional Pre-Cruise Land Package in Paris:
October 7 – 9, 2027
Optional Post-Cruise Tour: Four Nights; Mont St. Michel, St. Malo, Chartres
October 16 – 20, 2025
About the Cruise
Join your Wine Cruise hosts, Ryan Levy and Ian Eastveld from Nice Winery on this cruise of a lifetime! Indulge your passion for awe-inspiring architecture, timeless music, breathtaking landscapes and culinary delights on this beautifully curated wine-themed itinerary specifically designed for the AmaDante.
Itinerary
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Day 1 PARIS EMBARKATION
Board your ship in Paris for your Nice Winery cruise.
DAY 2 PARIS
Experience the “City of Light” from a unique perspective when you board a modern river boat at the Port de la Bourdonnais, located on the banks of the Seine River near the Eiffel Tower. With exterior seating and viewing platforms, your one hour cruise will be a dream come true as you glide along the river and underneath Paris’ ornate bridges. From the ship, you will take in panoramic views of the city’s iconic buildings and monuments, including the Musee d’Orsay and the Notre Dame Cathedral. Alternatively, pedal through this romantic city on a guided bike tour.
DAY 3 MANTES LA JOLIE – LA ROCHE GUYON
Enjoy your morning in Mantes-la-Jolie, a historic center where French artisans produced musical instruments and visual art. Alternatively, go on a city tour during which you may see some of Mantes-la-Jolie’s beautiful religious structures, such as the Gothic Notre Dame de Mantes, followed by a unique visit to a local bee farm. Or visit the distinctive Château d’Anet, an elegant Renaissance château built in the 16th century by King Henri II for his mistress, Diane de Poiters. In the afternoon, enjoy the beautiful views as you sail to La Roche-Guyon. Here, you can experience the world through your taste buds with a tasting tour, during which you will get a chance to try the region’s famous cider and cheese at a local farm.
DAY 4 VERNON
Experience the colorful splendor of Claude Monet’s magnificent gardens at his former home in Giverny, admiring the water lilies, Japanese bridges and graceful willow trees immortalized in his paintings. For a more active adventure, pedal through Giverny on a guided bike tour. Or journey to the beautiful Gardens d’Acquigny, boasting waterfalls, bridges, canals and a wide variety of trees and plant life. As part of your excursion, you will also venture within the borders of Vexin Français Regional Nature Park to Château de La Roche-Guyon, a castle built against a cliff perched above the Seine. The Chateau encompasses several centuries of architectural styles, with the ruins of its medieval tower dominating the village beneath it. Sample Itinerary below will change as we customize the week for our group.
DAY 5 ROUEN
Spend the morning enjoying medieval Rouen with a choice of several excursions. Join a walking tour past the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, the subject of numerous paintings by Monet, and see the square where Joan of Arc was martyred, as well as the Medieval Quarter and Great Clock. Alternatively, delve into the once “haunted” Château de Bonnemare, a 16thcentury medieval castle housing a historic cider press, a kitchen rotisserie inspired by the designs of Leonardo da Vinci, and the inspiration for a tragic love poem written by Marie de France. Or go on the “Tastes of Normandy” tour, where you’ll be treated to the delicious flavors of the region, including chocolate, macarons, Norman cheese and cider. For a more active excursion, ride through Rouen’s history filled streets by bicycle to discover sites such as the Ossuary of Saint-Maclou, the grand Gothic Rouen Cathedral, and the idyllic trails along the city’s moat and through its parks before concluding your peaceful ride back to the ship.
DAY 6 CAUDEBEC EN CAUX – LE HAVRE
Visit Bayeux, with a medieval city center and the world renowned Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the 1066 Norman invasion of England. Then followed by a visit to Caen, where one of the top historical sites is the Château de Caen, an 11 century castle built by William the Conqueror. Or instead, admire the 30-acre Harcourt Arboretum, with its nearly 3,000 trees, as well as the palatial Château du Champ de Bataille and the commune of Le Bec-Hellouin, known for its 11th century abbey. Then immerse yourself in the enchanting history of Château d’Ételan, the first Italian Renaissance château built in France in 1494, where you th may see a wonderful chapel with original wall paintings and the guard house dating back to 1350 set in an amazing landscape.
DAY 7 LE HAVRE
There are several different choices of excursions, both during the morning and afternoon, depending on your interests. You can choose between an excursion to the seaside town of Honfleur, renowned for its picturesque harbor, and for being an inspirational site for Impressionist painters. You can also choose a full-day excursion to see the historic Normandy Beaches, where you may visit such sites as the cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach, the artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer and the village of Arromanches, where the remains of the floating harbor used during the WWII landings can be seen. In the afternoon, for guests who have not joined the full-day excursion to the Normandy Beaches, you have the choice of a city tour of the UNESCO-designated Le Havre or a bike tour through Le Havre.
DAY 8 LE HAVRE
Disembark your ship in Le Havre and prepare for your return flight home.
Cruise Pricing
Currently available cabins start at $4,899 per person for double occupancy. A 20% deposit is requred to secure your selected cabin.
Contact Michelle to find out what cabins are available and secure yours today!
Optional Add-On Land Package: Pre-Cruise
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Pre-Cruise Tour: Two nights in Paris.
$1,200/person Double Occupancy $1,700/person Single Occupancy
Pre-Cruise Pricing
To add on the pre-cruise to your reservation, we require a 20% deposit per person. This is not a stand-alone option and must be added to the 2027 cruise itinerary.
Contact Michelle to find out what cabins are available and secure yours today!
Optional Add-On Land Package: Post-Cruise
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Post-Cruise Tour:
Four Nights; Mont St. Michel, St. Malo, Chartres
$2,250/person Double Occupancy $3,100/person Single Occupancy package,
To add on the post-cruise to your reservation, we require a 20% deposit per person. This is not a stand-alone option and must be added to the 2027 cruise itinerary.
Contact Michelle to find out what cabins are available and secure yours today!
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