Christmastime in Paris & Normandy – Winter Scenes and Parisian Delights
Fly from London and up to 10 regional airports at no extra cost
Discover the renowned sights of Paris, France’s twinkling “City of Light,” and sail through seasonal landscapes of Normandy. Admire scenes of fairy-tale villages and call at Rouen, the region’s vibrant cultural capital. Meander along the winding Seine River, passing elegant residences and charming riverside cafés, returning to Paris to explore its iconic treasures, from the illuminated Eiffel Tower to the elegant Champs Élysées, and more.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1 – Paris, France
Admire iconic landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, or browse the Louvre.
Day 2 – Paris, France
Sip on a coffee at a Parisian café and mingle with locals over an evening cocktail.
Day 3 – Paris, France
Take an evening illumination sail along the Seine to better explore the “City of Light.”
Scenic Sailing: Seine River – Sail through Normandy, relax, and admire vistas of rolling fields.
Day 4 – Rouen, France
See the Gothic Rouen Cathedral and the Gros-Horloge Astronomical Clock amid half-timbered houses.
Day 5 – Rouen, France
Stroll the streets of Rouen and admire architectural gems amid a warren of winding streets.
Day 6 – Paris (Le Pecq), France
Wander through the lively Latin Quarter or explore the quaint streets of charming Montmartre.
Scenic Sailing: Seine River – Admire elegant riverside residences as you sail along a picturesque, winding waterway.
Day 7 – Paris, France
Admire the grand shop window displays along the Avenue des Champs-Élysées.
Day 8 – Paris, France
Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.
More Features, Services & Excursions Included
- Return flights from London and selected regional airports
- One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- All onboard meals, featuring regional specialties & always available classics
- Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
- Port taxes & fees
- Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
- Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Enrichment lectures & destination performances
- Onboard gratuities
Your Stateroom Includes
- River-view stateroom
- Bottled water replenished daily
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- 40″ or 42″ flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system (Movies On Demand, CNBC, CNN, FOX & more)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.
