From the sophisticated City of Light to the bucolic Normandy countryside, this route follows the Seine north toward the English Channel. Beyond the glories of Paris, you'll take in Monet's Giverny, Joan of Arc's Rouen, and somber D-Day sights. Most cruises begin and end in Paris (only CroisiEurope offers one-way options), with eight-day itineraries typically going as far as Rouen before reversing course, and 11-day trips sailing on to Honfleur on the Channel. The season runs from March through December; beware of wet, chilly Atlantic weather in cooler months.
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Small Towns: With ancient stone or half-timbered houses, perky flower boxes, and intimate streets, towns such as Les Andelys, Vernon, Caudebec-en-Caux, and Conflans-Sainte-Honorine are perfect for wandering.
Rouen's Cathedral: Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral was a favorite subject of Claude Monet. With a spire that towers nearly 500 feet, it was once the world's tallest building.