European River Cruises 2024-2026

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 80 th 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 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’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 ✔ 8 excursions MS Botticelli Departures & from prices Main Deck Upper Deck Sep & Oct 2024 £1,999 £2,149 May 2025 £1,949 £2,089 Jun 2025 £1,899 £2,039 Jul 2025 £1,849 £1,989 Aug 2025 £1,899 £2,039 Sep & Oct 2025 £1,929 £2,069 May 2026 £1,999 £2,139 Jun 2026 £1,969 £2,109 Jul 2026 £1,899 £2,039 Aug 2026 £1,969 £2,109 Sep & Oct 2026 £1,999 £2,139 Dates are available throughout each month • Lead-in price based on 3 Jul 2025 • 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. What you’ll see ● Explore Paris on a city tour and witness the iconic wrought-iron spire of the Eiffel Tower ● Enjoy a tour of Cote Fleurie to visit Chateau du Breuil and delight in a wine tasting ● Discover the atmospheric medieval quarter of Rouen ● Tour Claude Monet’ house and gardens with a visit to the Claude Monet Foundation