European River Cruises 2024 - 2025

Europe For further details or to book call 0800 954 0912 or visit www.mercuryholidays.co.uk 13 Day 1: UK to Paris D Depart the UK on your scheduled flight to Paris. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your ship. Board your ship at 6pm and enjoy a welcome cocktail. Day 2: Paris B/L/D Explore the cultural city of Paris with a guided tour, taking in the highlights synonymous with romance and elegance. Enjoy the city’s timeless artistic treasures and architectural wonders, crowned by the iconic wrought-iron spire of the Eiffel Tower. Later on, in the afternoon enjoy some free time to explore the city at your own pace. Day 3: Paris to Vernon B/L/D Today, enjoy a tour of the Claude Monet Foundation in Giverny, where the house and gardens of the prolific artist are preserved. Later, sail towards the dramatic island castle of Mont Saint-Michel. Finish your day with an evening of onboard entertainment before you sail towards Honfleur. Day 4: Honfleur B/L/D This morning, embark on a guided tour of Honfleur before heading out on a tour of Côte Fleurie (the aptly-named ‘flowered coast’), to visit the Château du Breuil. Complete your tour with a winetasting of the highly regarded Calvados and pommeau. Day 5: Honfleur B/L/D Today is free for you to enjoy at leisure. Optional excursion to the beaches of the D-Day landings for the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Normandy is available. Day 6: Honfleur to Rouen B/L/D Spend the morning cruising and arrive in Rouen for a tour of this engaging city, where Joan of Arc met her death. The city boasts a lovingly restored medieval quarter and a Gothic cathedral. Day 7: Rouen to Les Andelys B/L/D This morning is spent cruising, relax on board before leaving for a tour of the majestic Martainville Château. End the day with a gala dinner and evening of entertainment. Day 8: Les Andelys to Paris to the UK B Cruise back to Paris this morning where you will disembark at 9am, you will then be transferred for the return flight back to the UK. < < Paris Duclair Rouen Les Andelys Honfleur Giverny •       r Air Boat Rail 8 days from £1,599 Paris, Normandy and the Seine Paris Beginning in one of the world’s most beautiful cities, set sail from Paris along the serene Seine River. Pass through some of Normandy’s most stunning communes and picture-postcard sceneries with stops at the gardens of Claude Monet, charming Honfleur and medieval Rouen. What you’ll see ● Explore the romance and beauty of Paris on a city tour ● Visit the Norman Abbey Circuit, home to over 35 abbeys ● Discover the atmospheric medieval quarter ● Visit the Claude Monet Foundation What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to France with British Airways. Regional departures available from Manchester from £90 ✔ Where you’ll stay MS Botticelli or MS Seine Princess ✔ 20 meals & drinks onboard ✔ 7 excursions MS Botticelli Departures & from prices Main Deck Upper Deck Jun 24 £1,999 £2,149 Jul 24 £1,599 £1,749 Aug 24 £1,799 £1,949 Sep 24 £1,999 £2,149 Oct 24 £1,999 £2,149 May 25 £1,899 £2,039 Jun 25 £1,849 £1,989 Jul 25 £1,799 £1,939 Aug 25 £1,849 £1,989 Sep 25 £1,899 £2,039 Oct 25 £1,899 £2,039 More dates available • Lead-in price based on 7 Jul 24 • Eurostar from London St Pancras to Gare du Nord Paris is available • Single supplements start from just £579 EXPLORE THIS RIVER CRUISE Ship information MS Botticelli 75 well appointed and spacious cabins. Amenities include a lounge and bar, a large sun deck and more. or MS Seine Princess A great standard ship, offering 67 cabins spread over two decks, with a variety of amenities to provide guests with all the comforts they need during their stay, including a lounge/bar, restaurant and sun deck.