Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
You'll arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport where a Uniworld representative meets you if you've booked a group or private transfer. From there, you'll head to the S.S. Joie de Vivre and get settled on the ship.
- Day 2
Seine Valley
This day focuses on northern France's countryside. You can either hike through scenic areas or visit the hilltop Château de La Roche-Guyon and its gardens. Then you'll go to Monet's gardens at Giverny, choosing between a bike ride through the French countryside or traveling by coach.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Château de La Roche-Guyon visit
- Let's Go: Hike on the Crests Trail
- Monet's Gardens at Giverny
- Let's Go: Bike Ride from Vernon to Giverny
Landmarks Château de La Roche-Guyon Monet's Gardens at Giverny 
- Day 3
Rouen
You'll explore Rouen, Normandy's medieval capital, where the historic quarter is remarkably well preserved. The cathedral that Monet painted many times is here, along with the site where Joan of Arc was martyred. A private concert at the cathedral is included, and you can either take a guided walking tour or visit a Camembert cheese farm.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nights Out: Private Concert at the Rouen Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Rouen Walking Tour, the Dukes of Normandy's Capital
- Camembert Cheese Farm
Landmarks Rouen Cathedral 
- Day 4
Caudebec-en-Caux
From your base in Caudebec-en-Caux on the Seine Estuary, you'll choose between two options. Walk through Honfleur, a seaside harbor town known for its painters, or try golfing at the cliffs of Étretat with its windy conditions and dramatic views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Honfleur Walking Tour
- Let's Go: Golfing in Étretat
Landmarks Honfleur Étretat Cliffs - Day 5
Normandy D-Day Beaches
You'll visit the Normandy beaches for a significant experience. Choose between the American, British and Commonwealth, or Canadian D-Day beach sites, then participate in a private memorial ceremony honoring Operation Overlord.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Normandy Beaches: Highlights of American Sites
- Normandy Beaches: Highlights of British & Commonwealth Sites
- Normandy Beaches: Highlights of Canadian Sites
- Day 6
Versailles
This exclusive excursion takes you into the private rooms of Versailles, the lavish palace built by Louis XIV. You'll see how France's rulers lived across different centuries, and this tour is included with your cruise package.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Versailles Palace Secret Apartments
Landmarks Palace of Versailles - Day 7
Paris
You'll spend time in Paris with options for how to see the city. Choose a panoramic overview of Paris or join a guided walk through two neighborhoods including the Latin Quarter, so you can explore what interests you most.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Paris City Tour
- Paris Walking Tour of the Latin Quarter
- Day 8
Paris Departure
You'll disembark the ship and prepare for home. If you booked a group or private transfer, you'll be taken to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your flight departure.
