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Paris & Seine Discovery cruise

River Cruise
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£999 pp
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An image of two ships crossing the Seine River, during the day

Experience life on the River Seine during a scenic river cruise. Visit Auvers-sur-Oise, a town that inspired famous artists and Paris, France's iconic capital city.

If you want to find out what makes a Riviera river cruise so special, this is the holiday for you. Travelling on the newly refurbished MS Jane Austen, you'll enjoy first-class service on our five-star ship as we enjoy a voyage along the Seine.

Our first stop is Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, where we’ll disembark the ship for a scenic drive through Bocage countryside to Auvers-sur-Oise, which has welcomed and inspired a host of famous artists through the centuries. And then it's back to chic Paris. The sightseeing here is endless - Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, Champs Élysées, Eiffel Tower and much more. You'll definitely tick a few things off your bucket list! In between, you can put your feet up and enjoy views of the quintessential French countryside or take advantage of our onboard facilities.

France is one of the most popular destinations in the world and our three-night river cruise is the perfect introduction. 

At a glance

  • Direct flights from a choice of UK airports with no regional supplements and transfers
  • Return Eurostar, TGV & transfers
  • 3 nights on board a five-star ship with impeccable on-board service
  • Spacious cabin with windows or French balcony
  • 2 included experiences
  • Delicious full board dining, plus Chef's Dinner
  • Free drinks package
  • Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Concierge looking after you throughout
  • Free on-board Wi-Fi
  • All port charges & airport taxes
  • 20kg+ checked luggage

Highlights

  • Take a guided tour of Auvers-sur-Oise, popular with famous artists including Cezanne, Pissarro and most notably Vincent Van Gogh, who described the little town as ‘seriously beautiful’.
  • Immerse yourself in the centre of Paris, seeing famous sites like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and Champs Élysées.
  • Enjoy relaxing cruising along the River Seine as the scenery changes from Parisian grandeur to quaint French towns.

Your itinerary

Day
1

Arrive in Paris

Our journey begins in Paris, where you'll embark on the newly refurbished MS Jane Austen.

The Seine river with Alexandre III bridge and Eiffel Tower in the background

Arrive in Paris

On arrival in Paris, we'll transfer to our ship MS Jane Austen. Fully refurbished in late 2024, this ship will be the perfect base for our short break in central France.

Our welcoming, English-speaking crew will be ready to assist you in finding your cabin. After settling in, take some time to explore the many first-class amenities of this floating boutique hotel before sitting down to your first delicious dinner in our stylish onboard restaurant.  

We’ll be moored here overnight and begin our voyage downstream in the morning.

The Seine river with Alexandre III bridge and Eiffel Tower in the background
Eiffel Tower, Paris
Day
2

Auvers-sur-Oise

This morning we enjoy leisurely sailing downstream along the Seine before our visit to captivating Auvers-sur-Oise.

Catholic Church in the small village of Auvers Sur Oise near Paris in France, Europe

Morning sailing

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as we cruise along the Seine this morning. After you've perused the breakfast buffet, we recommend heading to the panoramic lounge or sun deck where you can truly appreciate the tranquillity of sailing through France. Rounding the sweeping bends so typical of the Seine, we'll pass lush pastures, high hedgerows and a few of the quaint towns and villages that line its banks.

We will arrive in the town of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine during lunch.  
 

Auvers-sur-Oise

This afternoon we drive through the sleepy bocage countryside, a green landscape of lush pastures and high hedgerows to the captivating village of Auvers-sur-Oise, which has welcomed and inspired a host of famous artists through the centuries. Cezanne, Pissarro and most notably Vincent Van Gogh, who famously shot himself and was buried here in 1890, all drew inspiration from this picturesque spot with Van Gogh describing the little town as ‘seriously beautiful’. During a guided tour with a local expert, visit the elegant Château d'Auvers, an historic Louis XIII-style building, with all the style and ambience associated with 19th-century Impressionism where you can immerse yourself in the history of this world-renowned period. After a tour of its splendid interior, stroll the blissful gardens, admiring the perfumed blooms, manicured hedges and cooling fountains.

This evening, we'll enjoy a culinary highlight of the trip, our special Chef's Dinner. The chef serves up his signature dishes, influenced by many regions of France.
 

Included experience

Guided tour of Auvers-sur-Oise

Catholic Church in the small village of Auvers Sur Oise near Paris in France, Europe
Church Notre-Dame de l'Assomption - Auvers-sur-Oise, France
Day
3

Paris

Spend your last morning sailing, then enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris, France's iconic capital.

Morning sailing

If you're an early riser, why not stroll around Conflans before our breakfast departure towards the iconic French capital? Then, there's time to sit back and relax as we enjoy another morning of scenic sailing in the comfort of our beautiful ship.

Paris

Mooring in Paris after lunch, we'll take a guided tour of Paris in the company of a local expert. We'll see many of the outstanding monuments Paris has to offer - including the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower, the Trocadéro, the Musee D'Orsay and much more before returning to the ship for another exceptional dinner. On your last evening, you could make the most of our Superior drink package and share an included drink with your fellow explorers in the lounge. Raise a glass to an enjoyable journey on MS Jane Austen.

Included experience

Guided tour of Paris

Views of Notre-Dame from the Seine – Paris, France
Day
4

Return home

Disembark the ship after breakfast and begin your journey home.

Return home

It's time to say goodbye to the crew aboard MS Jane Austen and transfer to the airport or train station for your journey home after a memorable few days cruising along the Seine on the five-star vessel.

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Exterior of the Jane Austen cruise ship sailing

MS Jane Austen

5 stars
Built
2015
Crew
36
Passengers
140

Launched in 2015 and built to the most exacting standards, the MS Jane Austen is truly one of the finest ships of its type afloat anywhere in the world.

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Extras & upgrades

Opt for a convenient door-to-door service with transport from your home to your choice of regional airport or train station, available as an added optional with every holiday. This can be added to your booking after you've booked online by our reservations team a call, or when you're booking over the phone.

Travel connections

All transfer times listed here are approximate, and dependent on traffic. If you have a question regarding transfer times please don't hesitate to contact us. 

Airport or train stationShip locationTransfer time
Charles de Gaulle AirportParis1 hr
Gare du Nord Station 45 mins
Paris Orly Airport 40 mins
Final ship locationDeparture airport or train stationTransfer time
ParisCharles de Gaulle Airport1 hr
 Gare du Nord Station45 mins
 Paris Orly Airport40 mins

FAQs

Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of sole occupancy cabins available, at the relevant supplement. The price includes:

  • Full board during your cruise from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day  
  • Free Superior drinks package
  • Complimentary on-board tea and coffee
  • Complimentary on-board Wi-Fi (connection speeds may vary)
  • All visits and excursions as mentioned  
  • Return flights or Eurostar with regional rail options
  • Coach travel as mentioned
  • Transfers from the airport to and from the port of embarkation
  • English-speaking expert guides  
  • The services of a Riviera Travel Cruise Director and Concierge 

UK Citizens do not require a visa to enter France however must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa information visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/france/entry-requirements.

We are unable to accept responsibility if you are unable to travel because you have not complied with any passport/entry/immigration requirements. 

We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns. General information on mobility in connection with our tours can be found here.

  • Currency: Euro
  • Flight time: 2 hrs, Eurostar time: 2.5 hrs
  • Language: French
  • Time zone: GMT+1
  • Country: France

The deposit for this holiday is £350pp, then the remaining balance of the holiday is due a minimum of 101 days before you depart.

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River Cruise

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