France: Paris, Conflans, Vernon, Giverny, Les Andelys, Rouen, Honfleur, Normandy beaches
Ship
Privately Owned, 120-passenger Ship
Includes airfare
During your trip, you will have the opportunity to join optional tours to further your discoveries—all of which are noted below. Most of these tours can only be reserved onsite with your Program Director, however due to limited space and other special requirements, some optional tours must be reserved before your departure from the U.S. If this trip has optional tours that need to be purchased in advance, they will be noted with a disclaimer below.
Day 5 | $80 per person
Day 5 | $80 per person
Led by a local guide on this optional walking tour of Auvers-sur-Oise, you’ll see the final resting place of Vincent van Gogh in the quaint town that inspired much of his work. Along the way, discover the various places that inspired the famed Dutch post-impressionist who moved to the south of France in 1888, such as the Auvers Church and the artist's residence.
Day 6 | $95 per person
Day 6 | $95 per person
Discover Villarceaux, a sprawling, historic estate set amidst the lush environs on the edge of the town of Chaussy. The domaine consists of two châteaux, and a resplendent water garden, featuring fountains, waterfalls, and lakes as well as a variety of colorful flowers and plants. Explore the estate on a guided tour, which will include opportunities to interact and share some light refreshment with some of the locals who make their living here.
Day 11 | $80 per person
Day 11 | $80 per person
Explore the picturesque cliffs of Étretat this afternoon, famed for its striking white chalk cliffs and natural rock arches along the Normandy coast, long a source of inspiration for artists such as Monet and Courbet. Begin your visit by following your Program Director on a relaxed discovery walk through the village and along the waterfront, introducing Étretat’s maritime heritage and coastal setting. Afterward, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, relax by the beach, or take in the scenery. Those looking for a more active experience may opt to walk to higher coastal viewpoints, conditions permitting.