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France’s Finest

Resort:France’s Finest
Operator: Viking River Cruises
Destination: Europe, France
Price From: £4590.00

Overview

Explore Paris, Burgundy & Provence

Pay your respects at Normandys World War II beaches. Walk in Joan of Arcs footsteps at Rouen. Luxuriate in Pariss sophistication. Savor Lyons culinary heritage. Toast the Beaujolais vineyards. Explore Avignons Palace of the Popes. Celebrate the Provenal lifestyle. Art, cuisine, style, joie de vivreif you love everything Franais, this is for you: a 15-day journey that combines our popular Paris & the Heart of Normandy and Lyon & Provence cruises into one tour de force.

Itinerary

Day 1 Paris (Le Pecq), France

The picturesque port of Le Pecq offers easy access to timeless Paris, one of the worlds most romantic cities.

Day 2 Paris (Le Pecq), France

A Seine River port, Le Pecq lies just a short distance from the splendor of Pariss world-renowned culture, cuisine and architecture.

Day 3 Vernon, France

Vernon’s cobblestone streets are reminiscent of the Middle Ages, and some of the half-timbered houses feature magnificent wooden carvings.

Day 4 Rouen, France

Founded by the Romans, Rouen is situated amidst the chalk cliffs along the Seine and filled with half-timbered houses and exquisite Gothic architecture.

Day 5 Normandy Beaches

Normandys legendary D-Day Beaches bear witness to the heroism of the troops who landed here in World War II.

Day 6 Les Andelys, France

Set along the Seine, this small town is best known for the imposing Chteau Gaillard overlooking the village.

Day 7 Paris (Le Pecq), France

A gateway to Paris, Le Pecq is a lovely waterfront town of cobblestone streets and charming architecture.

Day 8 Paris (Le Pecq), France

The picturesque port of Le Pecq offers easy access to timeless Paris, one of the worlds most romantic cities.

Day 9 Lyon, France

France’s third largest city, Lyon straddles the Rhne and Sane Rivers.

Day 10 Lyon, France

Theres nothing like losing yourself among the cobblestone streets and riverside promenade of Old Lyon.

Day 11 Vienne, France

Surrounded by steep hills and situated between Frances Burgundy and Beaujolais regions, Vienne is the gateway to Lyons countryside.

Day 12 Tournon, France

Tournon lies secluded between the Rhne River and granite slopes of the Hermitage.

Day 13 Avignon, France

Sheltered by medieval walls, Avignons maze of narrow streets is filled with churches, museums and palaces tracing the history of this ancient, vibrant city.

Day 14 Arles, France

The site of impressive Roman ruins, Arles inspires artists with its vibrant colors and striking quality of light.

Day 15 Avignon, France

Avignons grandest edifice is the Palace of the Popes, the papal seat for 70 years in the 14th century.