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Paris, Normandy & The River Seine

From £1,200 pp

Take one of the most romantic cities in the world, then add a sumptuous river cruiser as your floating home from which to sample its riches – these are just the opening notes of a cruise that will take your breath away. Following the Seine north from Paris, we’ll encounter idyllic towns and landscapes that inspired the likes of Van Gogh, Cezanne, Pissarro, and Monet, explore ancient fortifications scarred by centuries of conflict, and even venture to the Beaches of Normandy, where Europe’s last great conflict began its final act. Returning south, we’ll spend a day and night docked in the City of Light, capping off our journey with a visit to the Louvre and a night time cruise along the Seine. At every bend of the Seine you’ll find another feast for your senses; cathedrals and apple-brandy Calvados, camembert and Crusaders, chateaux and fishing villages, gardens and Gothic masterpieces. Best of all, after conquering Normandy, you will end triumphantly in the heart of enchanting Paris, with a day and night designed to show you all the highlights of this most dazzling of capitals.

What’s included On Board

  • River-view stateroom or suite of your choice, most with French balcony or drop-down panoramic windows.
  • Elegant dining with all meals included (buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner, and midnight snack).
  • Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board
  • 24-hour complimentary coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and water.
  • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner.
  • Special onboard entertainment includes lectures, cooking demonstrations, onboard music performances, and nightly music by the Amadeus Duo in the Panorama Bar.
  • Complimentary use of onboard bicycles.
  • Complimentary wifi onboard
  • Services of an experienced, multilingual Cruise Director.
  • All port taxes and local taxes.
  • Flights & transfers are available at an additional cost

A full complement of optional excursions are available and may be pre-purchased as discounted packages in advance or on an ad-hoc basis on board.

River Cruising in Europe - Global River Cruising
Day 1 - Paris, France

This afternoon, embark the vessel from 4pm, and get settled into your cabin. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail, followed by a specially prepared Welcome Dinner. Departure 8pm

Dinner

Day 2 - Conflans

Arrive in Conflans, at the confluence of the Oise and the Seine. Visit the little town of Auvers-sur-Oise, an inspiration to many of the famous Impressionist masters, including Cezanne, Pissarro and Daubigny. The most famous of these artists is Vincent van Gogh,whose final resting place is located here. Visit Auberge Ravoux, where Van Gogh painted close to 80 canvases, which are a vivid reflection of life in the village. In the afternoon,take a walk on your own to discover Conflans. Regarded as the French capital of shipping,this town is home to a 17th century castle standing within the municipal park and housing the Museum of Shipping. Take in the breathtaking view from the Park of the Priory over the Seine and the castle of Prieuré.

Optional Excursion:

Excursion to Auvers-sur-Oise

Day 2 - Conflans

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 - Rouen

This morning we reach Rouen, often called the “Ville musée” (Museum Town). If you enjoy museums, visit one of the many art, history, and antiquities museums scattered through the city. Visit the cathedral that inspired Claude Monet and the modern Church of Joan of Arc with its magnificent 16th-century stained glass windows. See the “Gros Horloge”, the astronomical clock, and the Parliament of Normandy. Also in Rouen is the “Place du Vieux Marché”, the site where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. This afternoon venture down the romantic “Abbey Trail” for a view of countless churches, castles, and abbeys.

Optional Excursions:

Rouen walking tour excursion along the “Abbey Trail”

Day 3 - Rouen

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 - Le Harve

Although the harbour of Le Havre was greatly destroyed in World War II, it was rebuilt and continues to be an important port city in Normandy. Explore the Normandy coastline with a walk along Ètretat’s cliff-top paths for a view of steep chalk rocks with impressive needle-like formations, which have inspired many well known artists. Nearby, is the city of Honfleur, where the Seine meets the Atlantic. This harbour town is regarded as a jewel on the Côte Fleurie and is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.

Optional Excursions:

Excursion to Ètretat

Excursion to Honfleur

Day 4 - Le Harve

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 - Caudebec en Caux

Today, visit some of the most important places in recent history – the Normandy landing beaches. See Ponte du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the American military cemetery in Colleville, and the remains of the artificial harbour in Arromanches. If you prefer, explore the rural you can explore the rural charms of the Normandy region. Visit the historic towns of Caen and Bayeux, following the footsteps of William the Conqueror, the Duke of Normandy, and the subsequent King of England. Discover the richness of Calvados and the famous cheese of Pont l’Évêque.

Optional Excursions:

Full-day excursion to the D-day landing beaches of Normandy

or

Full-day excursion to “Fascinating Normandy” with lunch

Day 5 - Caudebec en Caux

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 - Les Andelys/Vernon/Poissy

Today, your vessel anchors in the little town of Les Andelys in the shadow of Chateau Gaillard, the one time home to Richard the Lionheart. Relax in town or venture farther afield to nearby Giverny, home to Impressionist Claude Monet, until his death in 1926. The beautiful surroundings and vivid flora were inspiration for some of his most famous works. Return to the ship in Vernon for lunch. Round off your Normandy experience with a visit to the spectacular Palace of Versailles. Originally a small hunting lodge, the palace was extended to its current size by the “Sun King” Louis XIV. and is now one of Europe’s largest palaces. Onboard, the Captain’s Gala Dinner is a wonderful finish to a fantastic day.

Optional Excursions:

Excursion to Chateau Gaillard and Giverny

Excursion to the Palace of Versailles

Day 6 - Les Andelys/Vernon/Poissy

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 - Paris

In the early morning, it is once more “Bienvenue” to the French capital. Explore the sights of centra Paris, of the Eiffel Tower, and the bustling Champs-Élysées. Another interesting area to explore is quirky artists’ district of Montmartre and the Sacré-Coeur, located on the highest hill in northern Paris. On your last evening, enjoy an illuminated Paris from the ship or the streets, where you can fully see the “City of Lights” in all her glory.

Optional Excursions:

City tour of Paris

Guided walking tour of the Montmartre district

Paris by night: Illuminated cruise on the Seine

Day 7 - Paris

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 - Paris

After breakfast we bid you “adieu” and hope to see you again soon!

You will be taken to the airport for your return flight to the UK

Breakfast

Amadeus Diamond in Paris

The Amadeus Diamond is a 110-metre river cruise ship, fully refurbished for the 2019 season, offering premium travel comfort. Generous suites and cabins are located across three decks, accommodating up to 146 passengers.

Your culinary wishes will be attended to by our on-board Panorama-Restaurant, as well as by the Panorama-Bar, located above it, where you can sit back and relax in the lounge. All the on-board amenities are up to the customary high Amadeus standard, and you can enjoy lounging on the spacious Sun Deck with its Lido Bar, or you can unwind with a good book in the quiet and comfortable Amadeus Club. Regardless of what you choose to do, you will feel at home on board with us! Amadeus operate bilingual cruises (English/German), meaning that all announcements, menus and daily programme, etc. will be provided in both languages. All excursions are operated with English speaking guides.

Amadeus Diamond - French Balcony - Cat B + A Cabin

Onboard Features & Facilities

• Panorama-Restaurant • Panorama-Bar and Lounge • Amadeus-Club with Internet station • Sun Deck with Lido-Bar, lounge chairs, shade awnings, giant Chess Board and Shuffleboard and Putting Green • Fitness Room • Hair Salon, Massage Room • Gift Shop • Laundry service • Complimentary bicycles onboard • Wi-Fi available • Lift

Accommodations & Amenities

Stay in one of the elegantly appointed Classic Staterooms or Amadeus Suites, all fully refurbished for 2019, and enjoy unexpected little luxuries.

62 classic staterooms at a comfortable 161 ft², most with French balconies, and 12 spacious suites at 237 ft² which enjoy a lounge area and floor to ceiling glass doors with french balcony.

French Balcony Suites

237 ft² – Mozart (Upper) Deck

  • Floor-to- ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony
  • En-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer
  • Mini-bar
  • Ample wardrobe space
  • Choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Individual climate control
  • Direct dial telephone
  • In-room safe
Amadeus Diamond - Suite
Amadeus Diamond - French Balcony - Cat B + A Cabin

A-1 Staterooms

161.5 ft² – Mozart (Upper) Deck

  • Floor-to- ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony
  • En-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer
  • Ample closet space
  • Choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Individual climate control
  • Direct dial telephone
  • In-room safe

B-1 & B-4 Staterooms

161.5 ft² – Strauss (Middle) Deck

  • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with French balcony
  • En-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer
  • Ample closet space
  • Choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Individual climate control
  • Direct dial telephone
  • In-room safe
Amadeus Diamond - French Balcony - Cat B + A Cabin
Amadeus Diamond - Cat C - Lower Deck Cabin

C-1 & C4 Staterooms

161 ft² – Haydn (Lower) Deck

  • Panoramic windows (cannot be opened)
  • En-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer
  • Ample closet space
  • Choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Individual climate control
  • Direct dial telephone
  • In-room safe

C-SNG Staterooms

107.5 ft² – Haydn (Lower) Deck

  • Panoramic windows (cannot be opened)
  • En-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer
  • Ample closet space
  • Single bed
  • Flat-screen television
  • Individual climate control
  • Direct dial telephone
  • In-room safe
Amadeus Diamond - Cat C-SNG - Lower Deck Single Cabin
DepartShipEmbarkFrom  
Apr 10Amadeus DiamondParis£2510Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1397 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1640 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2005 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2205 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2510  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£2910  
Apr 24Amadeus DiamondParis£2588Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1631 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1918 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2344 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2588  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2944  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3423  
May 29Amadeus DiamondParis£2770Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2092 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2405 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2770  
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2997  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3553  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3831  
Jun 12Amadeus DiamondParis£2770Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2092 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2405 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2770  
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2997  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3553  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3831  
Jul 17Amadeus DiamondParis£2640Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1997 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2292 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2640  
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2849  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3388  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3649  
Aug 14Amadeus DiamondParis£2770Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2092 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2405 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2770  
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2997  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3553  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3831  
Sep 18Amadeus DiamondParis£2770Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2092 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2405 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2770  
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2997  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3553  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3831  
Oct 2Amadeus DiamondParis£2770Cabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsAols Was £2092 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2405 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed Windows  
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2770  
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2997  
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3553  
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3831  
DepartShipEmbarkFrom  
Apr 9Amadeus DiamondParis£120015% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1200 Was £1411 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£1407 Was £1655 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1411 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2020 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2220 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2524 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£2494 Was £2933 
Apr 16Amadeus DiamondParis£122215% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1222 Was £1437 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1690 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1437 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2063 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£1932 Was £2272 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2198 Was £2585 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£2545 Was £2994 
Apr 23Amadeus DiamondParis£300415% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1681 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1977 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1681 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2420 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2663 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £3037 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3004 Was £3533 
Apr 30Amadeus DiamondParis£142915% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1429 Was £1681 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1977 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1681 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2057 Was £2420 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2264 Was £2663 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2582 Was £3037 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3004 Was £3533 
May 14Amadeus DiamondParis£173215% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1732 Was £2037 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£1991 Was £2342 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2037 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2287 Was £2690 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2471 Was £2907 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2937 Was £3455 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3166 Was £3724 
May 28Amadeus DiamondParisPlease Call15% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French BalconySold Was £3950 
Jun 11Amadeus DiamondParis£242715% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2619 Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French BalconySold Was £3950 
Jun 18Amadeus DiamondParis£183615% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1836 Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2619 Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3114 Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3358 Was £3950 
Jul 23Amadeus DiamondParis£250115% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2063 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2359 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2063 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2716 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2501 Was £2942 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2967 Was £3490 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3196 Was £3759 
Aug 13Amadeus DiamondParis£175415% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1754 Was £2063 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£2006 Was £2359 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2063 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2309 Was £2716 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2501 Was £2942 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£2967 Was £3490 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3196 Was £3759 
Aug 20Amadeus DiamondParis£183615% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1836 Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£2102 Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3114 Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3358 Was £3950 
Aug 27Amadeus DiamondParis£183615% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1836 Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2619 Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3114 Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3358 Was £3950 
Sep 17Amadeus DiamondParis£210215% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£2102 Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2619 Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3114 Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3358 Was £3950 
Sep 24Amadeus DiamondParis£183615% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1836 Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£2102 Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2619 Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3358 Was £3950 
Oct 1Amadeus DiamondParis£183615% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed Windows£1836 Was £2159 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed Windows£2102 Was £2472 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £2159 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French Balcony£2427 Was £2855 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French Balcony£2619 Was £3081 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French Balcony£3114 Was £3663 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£3358 Was £3950 
Oct 29Amadeus DiamondParis£234615% Early Booking DiscountCabin Upgrades
Lower DeckC-4161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1333 
Lower DeckC-1161 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1568 
Lower DeckSingle108 ft², Fixed WindowsSold Was £1333 
Middle DeckB-4161 ft², French BalconySold Was £1907 
Middle DeckB-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2098 
Upper DeckA-1161 ft², French BalconySold Was £2385 
Upper DeckSuite237 ft², French Balcony£2346 Was £2759 


Why Choose This Cruise?

A round-trip from Paris works very well with direct Eurostar services from London. Austrian family hospitality makes cruising a relaxed affair. Excursions can be added ad hoc to allow more independent exploration and free time for you. A European facing, luxury cruising experience with English the language onboard. One of our favourite river cruise lines and the one all the others have learnt from.

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