Avalon Waterways operates several Seine River cruises, including a nine-day excursion from Paris to Paris that travels to Normandy's landing beaches. Stops along the way include charming, provincial towns such as Vernon and Rouen. There are alternative sightseeing tours to nearby points of interest during these stops. French balconies and sliding glass doors are available in most staterooms with all meals are served on-board for the duration.
Avalon Waterways
5301 S. Federal Circle
Littleton, CO 80123
(877) 797-8791
avalonwaterways.com
Viking River Cruises sets sail on the Seine toward Normandy. Securing a berth aboard this all-inclusive river cruise means not having to change hotels every night or two. With scenic and prominent stops along the way, tours are included in your fare and take place in the mornings. This leaves your afternoons free for exploring on your own. Outside cabins have large windows and rooms on the upper decks allow the window to slide open.
Viking River Cruises
5700 Canoga Ave, Suite 200
200 Woodland Hills, CA 91367
(818) 227-1234
vikingrivers.com/
Pick up on an opportunity day or night to view the highlights of Paris by boarding one of the 24 boats owned by Bateaux Parisienes, a subsidiary of Sodexo. The visitor can embark on a one-hour sightseeing cruise or a more formal two-and-a-half-hour "City of Lights" dinner cruise. More time on the Seine can be easily arranged on a private charter for you and your guests. Catch the trip near the Eiffel Tower and view the well-known sights of Paris, such as Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the sister Statue of Liberty, through panoramic windows.
Bateaux Parisiens
Port de la Bourdonnais
75007 Paris. France
(33) 01 76 64 14 45
bateauxparisiens.com
Seine River excursion cruises embarking near Notre-Dame are operated with four boats owned by Vedettes du Ponf-Neuf. The cruise duration is one hour with an on-board recorded multi-language tour. The tour describes a vast area along the river and takes in the significant and historic architecture of Paris. A snack bar is on board serving drinks and refreshments.
Les Vedettes du Pont-Neuf
Square du Vert Galant
75001 Paris, France
(33) 01 46 33 98 38
vedettesdupontneuf.com
