The Seine, Paris and Normandy River Cruise for Solo Travelers
Cruise through the heart of Normandy along the majestic Seine visiting historic sites that have shaped the world today.
We sail along the Seine, visiting Château Gaillard before exploring the delights of Rouen, one of Europe's finest medieval cities with its stunning cathedral. We moor in the pretty village of Caudebec with time after dinner for an evening stroll in this typical French village. Next, you'll have the choice to visit Bayeux and Arromanches - to explore the sites of the D-Day landings. Or perhaps you'll choose to explore the flavours of Normandy with visits to cider and dairy farms, complete with several opportunities to sample local produce.
We also visit picturesque Honfleur and take the short drive to Giverny, visiting Claude Monet's home and one of the world's most famous gardens. Enjoy the streets of Vernon before we continue to the City of Light, Paris. From the Arc de Triomphe to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre to the Pompidou Centre, this breathtaking city never fails to inspire no matter how many times you get the chance to visit.
At a glance
Highlights
- Glide through the typical landscapes of the Seine before discovering the story behind the remarkable Château Gaillard.
- Explore Normandy's capital, Rouen, where you'll visit the Place du Vieux-Marché, and coastal Honfleur with its picturesque old harbour.
- Choose between a thought-provoking tour of Bayeux, Arromanches and the D-Day landing beaches or a delicious tour of Normandy, with stops at local cheese and cider farms including tastings.
- Drive to Giverny to visit Monet's house and garden and explore Vernon's quaint buildings.
- Immerse yourself in the centre of Paris and all its wonderful sights, with your choice of either a panoramic coach tour or extensive walking tour.
Offers
Celebrate your trip with a free drinks package, automatically included for all river cruise bookings.
Enjoy your all-inclusive drinks package on all European river cruises from 10am until midnight. Drink as much – or as little as you like.
Free All-Inclusive Drinks Includes:
- Red, white, rosé and sparkling house wines, including non-alcoholic
- A choice of draught beers, including non-alcoholic
- A selection of soft drinks and juices
- Our cocktail and mocktail of the day
- House spirits and mixers including vodka, gin, rum, whisky, martini, sherry, brandy, port and Baileys (excluding liqueurs)
- Daily recommended wines
- Tea and coffee from the bar
Planning a trip for a club, society, or group of friends?
Groups of 8+ can book through our dedicated team.
Larger groups can enjoy a private departure, while smaller groups can join scheduled tours and cruises with like-minded guests. Take advantage of our special deals for group travelers!
Available ships
MS Jane Austen
- Built
- 2015
- Passengers
- 140
- Crew
- 36
MS Jane Austen is one of our smaller, more intimate ships – sailing through France with a relaxed, familiar feel on board.
Extras & upgrades
Why not make your Riviera vacation even better and let us look after the logistics? We’re now offering flights, transfers and additional hotel stays to our award-winning river cruises.
Whether it’s a car service pick-up from home to the airport, transfers at the destination to the ship, a night or two in a hotel before or after the trip, or all of the above, the friendly team at Riviera Travel can make it happen.
To book your river cruise, including any flights, transfers and hotels, give us a call on 754-296-5335.
Travel connections
These are the local airports and approximate transfer times (dependent on traffic).
| Airport or train station | Ship location | Transfer time |
|---|---|---|
| Charles de Gaulle Airport | Paris | 1 hr |
| Gare du Nord Station | 45 mins | |
| Paris Orly Airport | 40 mins |
FAQs
Prices are per person, based on one person in a double cabin for sole occupancy. The price includes:
- Full board during your cruise from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day (except lunch on day 4)
- Free drinks package
- Complimentary on-board tea and coffee
- Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi (connection speeds may vary)
- All visits and excursions as mentioned
- English-speaking expert guides
- The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director and Concierge
Fact File
- Currency: Euro
- Language: French
- Country: France
The deposit for this holiday is $600pp, then the remaining balance of the holiday is due a minimum of 101 days before you depart.
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