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France at its Finest from Paris to the Champagne Region (port-to-port cruise)

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Tour Description

Great Solo Traveller Prices – Premium Ship: Single Supplement from $2,570
Croisi Canal Cruise: PCE_AIPP
7 Days
 
Paris | Lagny-Sur-Marne | Isles-Les-Meldeuses | Saint-Jeanles-Deux-Jumeaux | Chateau-Thierry | Dormans | Epernay | Paris(2)
 
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.
 
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
  • Gala dinner and evening : Welcome cocktail
  • All meals included : Refined European cuisine, with table service for lunch & dinner
  • Drinks included : With meals
  • Open bar : Including Cocktails, Mocktails, Regional wines, Beer, Spirits & Soft drinks (excluding premium list)
  • Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
    • Paris, a new and original visit of the capital city
    • Meaux, with its historic and gastronomic heritage
    • The Treasure Museum of the Hotel-Dieu in Château Thierry(1)
    • Reims
    • Hautvillers, birthplace of Champagne
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Day 1: Paris

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, you will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.

Day 2: Paris – Lagny-Sur-Marne

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 an original walk along the prettiest covered arcades in Paris, allowing you to travel back through time and history around the Palais Royal. Return on board and start cruising towards Lagny-sur-Marne.

Day 3: Lagny-Sur-Marne – Isles-Les-Meldeuses – Saint-Jean-Les-Deux-Jumeaux

This morning will be spent cruising to Isles-les-Meldeuses. This afternoon, take 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. 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 you 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, there will be a visit to the Treasure Museum of the Hôtel-Dieu in Château-Thierry(1).

After strolling through the narrow streets of the old town, lined with 17th- and 18th-century townhouses, you will visit the Treasure Museum of the Hôtel-Dieu. This institution was once a place of refuge where the poor, pilgrims, elderly, and sick were welcomed. They were housed, fed, washed, and cared for by the Augustinian sisters. Today, the museum displays more than 1,300 works of art and showcases 700 years of history. The Treasure of the Hôtel-Dieu will transport you beyond time. A unique treasure in the land of Jean de La Fontaine. The visit will conclude with a guided champagne tasting. Return on foot to the boat.

(1) In the event of exceptional closures or private events, this visit will be replaced by a guided tour of Château-Thierry followed by a champagne tasting.

Day 5: Château-Thierry – Dormans

Start sailing towards Dormans. This afternoon, there will be an excursion along the famous Champagne route. Begin 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. Continue your visit to a prominent champagne house, with a tasting.

Day 6: Dormans – Epernay

This morning will be spent sailing towards Epernay. This afternoon, set off by coach for your excursion to Reims, known as the “City of Coronations”. 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. Return on board. Tonight is a gala dinner and evening.

Day 7: Epernay – Paris(2)

One last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Possible transfer by coach to Paris(2) . End of our services.

(2) Transfer on request at an additional charge.

INCLUSIONS:

  • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
  • Oonboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions mentioned in the program
  • Assistance from the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Gala dinner
  • All port fee.

EXCLUSIONS:

  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Transfer by coach from Epernay to Paris
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Personal expenses

For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.

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$ 5730pp *

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

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Variants

16/10/2025 (Premium) Ms Deborah / Main Deck - 2 Beds / Classic
$5730
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  • Main Deck - 2 Beds
  • Classic
16/10/2025 (Premium) Ms Deborah / Upper Deck Double Bed - Handicaped Cabin / Classic
$5730
  • 16/10/2025 (Premium) Ms Deborah
  • Upper Deck Double Bed - Handicaped Cabin
  • Classic
14/10/2026 (Premium) Ms Deborah / Main Deck - 2 Beds / Classic
$5950
  • 14/10/2026 (Premium) Ms Deborah
  • Main Deck - 2 Beds
  • Classic
14/10/2026 (Premium) Ms Deborah / Upper Deck Double Bed - Handicaped Cabin / Classic
$5950
  • 14/10/2026 (Premium) Ms Deborah
  • Upper Deck Double Bed - Handicaped Cabin
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