Compare Paris, Provence & the French Riviera by Great Value Vacations vs Cruise on the Marne Canal from Paris to Epernay (port-to-port cruise) by CroisiEurope
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| Duration | 8 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 3,248 | $ 2,005 |
| Price Per Day | $ 406 | $ 286 |
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| Trip Style | Self-guided tour | River cruise |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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Start your adventure in Paris, including a tour along the River Seine that brings you to museums, landmarks and monuments. Take the rail to Aix-en-Provence, the home of Cezanne and a haven for artists and intellectuals. Take in the art and beauty of Aix-en-Provence, wander through stunning lavender fields and find inspiration in the city's oldest cafe. Next is your final destination, Nice. Explore stunning beaches, beautiful French architecture, and step into a glamorous lifestyle while taking a tour through Monaco, a rich gambling streak in Monte Carlo, and a sophisticated medieval atmosphere in Eze. |
From Paris to Epernay, cruise on the majestic Marne canal lined with cities full of character. You will discover charming and timeless Paris and its famous monuments, but also Reims, the City of Art and History, home to many UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Notre-Dame Cathedral. Do not miss out on Hautvillers and its beautiful surrounding vineyards. |
Day 1 Welcome to Paris!
Arrive in the magical city of Paris where you'll be transferred to your hotel to check in. Spend your first day relaxing, sipping French wine and taking a stroll. With quaint cafes on every corner and endless shopping opportunities, a moment of boredom in this city is a rare thing. A unique world within a world, the Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen is the worlds largest and most famous flea market; it is 150 years old. Wandering through its labyrinthine alleys and stalls offers all treasures for any want or need.
Day 2 Paris
Rise and shine in the city of lights. Today you hop aboard the Paris Seinorama Tour to see famous landmarks and amazing monuments.
Day 3 Paris
Make the most of your last day in Paris by visiting the museums and sights. Wander through the Louvre, take a ride on the Metro, and make sure you take a selfie under the Arc de Triomphe. Shop through the Marais, the best shopping neighborhood in Paris, and stop in at one of the several exquisite cafes decorating the area.
Day 4 Paris - Aix-en-Provence
Check into your next hotel after a ride on the rail from Paris to Aix-en-Provence. You may want to take the time to visit a famous brasserie, Le Deux Garcons, which has served coffee to everyone from Paul Cezanne to Emile Zola. A place for artists and intellectuals, let the atmosphere of the city's oldest cafe inspire you.
Day 5 Aix-en-Provence
Enjoy the splendors of Aix-en-Provence! Do some people watching in the town hall square with its 16th-century clock tower, explore the opulence and Renaissance wealth of the Archbishop's place, or fall in love with the cloisters at St. Sauveur Cathedral. You may want to explore the Atelier de Cézanne, the artist's last studio, which has been perfectly preserved to feel as though he just stepped out. You can also visit the Musee Granet, where you'll find an overabundance of masterpieces ranging from paintings to sculptures and even archaeological finds.
Day 6 Aix-en-Provence - Nice
Take one more ride on the rail and check in at your hotel in Nice. Kick off the last leg of your trip with a party! With tons of clubs along the beach and a thriving nightlife, music and drinks may be the way to go.
Day 7 Nice
Today enjoy a full-day tour of glamorous Monte Carlo and more!
Day 8 Depart France
Pack your souvenirs, check out of your hotel and take your transfer to Nice Airport. Return home with memories fresh in your mind and photos to show all.
Day 1 PARIS
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.
Day 2 PARIS - LAGNY-SUR-MARNE
We'll set out on an excursion through the major sites of the capital: the Place de la République, the main boulevards, the Opera, the Place de la Madeleine, Place Vendôme and the Louvre. Join us on an original walk along the prettiest covered arcades in Paris, allowing you to travel back through time and history around the Palais Royal. We'll return on board and start cruising towards Lagny-sur-Marne.
Day 3 LAGNY-SUR-MARNE - ISLES-LES-MELDEUSES - SAINT-JEAN-LESDEUX- JUMEAUX
This morning will be spent cruising to Isles-les-Meldeuses. This afternoon, join us on a tour of the charming town of Meaux, from the Cathedral to the Bishops' Palace, passing the Gallo-Roman ramparts and the magnificent Bossuet Garden, traditionally believed to be an early work of Le Nôtre. We'll discover and taste the Brie de Meaux cheese, hailed as "the King of Cheeses”. During this visit, the ship continues cruising to Saint-Jean-Les-Deux-Jumeaux where we will return on board.
Day 4 SAINT-JEAN-LES-DEUX-JUMEAUX - CHÂTEAU-THIERRY
This morning will be spent cruising, passing Champigny and Drachy, through the heart of the Seine-et-Marne countryside and its Champagne vines. In the afternoon, we'll arrive in Château-Thierry and set off for an excursion with an educational falconry performance (1). We'll get the chance to discover an art that has been classified as Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Afterwards, we'll return on board.
Day 5 CHÂTEAU-THIERRY - DORMANS
We'll start sailing towards Dormans. This afternoon, join us on an excursion along the famous Champagne route. We'll start off with a guided tour of the village of Hautvillers. This picturesque village is located in the Montagne de Reims Regional Natural Park and is best explored on foot. We'll continue our visit to a prominent champagne house, with a tasting*.
Day 6 DORMANS - EPERNAY
This morning will be spent sailing towards Epernay. This afternoon, we'll set off by coach for our excursion to Reims, known as the "City of Coronations”. We'll take part in a guided tour of the historic center as well as a guided visit of the cathedral, which receives about one million visitors annually. We'll return on board. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
Day 7 EPERNAY - Paris(2)
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Possible transfer by coach to Paris(2). End of our services.
