Day 1: UK - Paris.

On arrival, transfer to the A’ROSA VIVA for embarkation. (D)

Day 2: Rouen.

You quickly lose track of time in Normandy’s capital. But you’re reminded of it again by the 600 year old “Big Clock”. This is one of the world’s oldest astronomical clocks and has just one hand. For hours. Minutes and seconds just weren’t so important back then. With this laid-back attitude in mind, the best way to while away the time here is by strolling towards the city centre past the medieval façades of the timbered-framed houses. (B,L,D)

Day 3: Rouen - Caudebec-en-Caux

Enjoy the scenery today as you cruise the Seine from Rouen to Caudebec-en-Caux. (B,L,D)

Day 4: Caudebec-en-Caux.

There are plenty of interesting excursion options here. Honfleur, an idyllic fishing town, has gorgeous little lanes and a picturesque old port quarter that has hardly changed since the 17th century. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Les Andelys.

Les Andelys enjoys a peaceful, picturesque location amid rugged limestone rocks, green fields, the river island, Hôpital Saint-Jacques and Saint-Sauveur church tower. From the ship, you can go for wonderful walks through the small town’s blossoming lanes towards the gothic abbey church and the castle complex. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Vernon.

Vernon has a few sights, such as a gothic abbey church with stunningly colourful stained-glass windows. Nevertheless, it’s almost impossible to resist the lure of excursions to nearby destinations. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Paris.

Enjoy some old Parisian charm in Montmartre, and the Jewish quarter, Marais. Alternatively, drink a café au lait in one of the city’s magical bistros or soak up some sun in one of the magnif cent parks by the Seine. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Paris - UK.

After breakfast disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your return to the UK or extend your stay in Paris. (B)

B - Breakfast. L = Lunch. D = Dinner.

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