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131 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent D A Y 1 P A R I S , F R A N C E Arrive in Paris and embark your ship docked in the heart of the city. After boarding, take free time to explore Paris, or join our welcome walk to stretch your legs and get oriented. D A Y 2 P A R I S , F R A N C E Enjoy a panoramic city tour, passing iconic landmarks along the Seine. Book an optional excursion to the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre. D A Y 3 L A R O C H E G U Y O N & V E R N O N , F R A N C E Take in the scenery of La Roche Guyon, one of France's most beautiful villages. In Vernon, visit the enchanting gardens and estate that inspired one of history's great painters, founder of impressionism Claude Monet. D A Y 4 R O U E N , F R A N C E Sail along the River Seine through Normandy. Enjoy a walking tour through the medieval city of Rouen including Jeanne d'Arc's Market Square and the Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral. D A Y 5 N O R M A N D Y B E A C H E S , F R A N C E Tour of the historic beaches of Normandy, followed by visits to World War II landmarks including the American Military Cemetery and Arromanches Debarkment D-Day Museum. D A Y 6 L E S A N D E L Y S , F R A N C E Enjoy a leisurely sail to the small town of Les Andelys, known for its imposing castle—Château Gaillard. After lunch, join a guided walk to this masterpiece of Middle Ages architecture. D A Y 7 L E P E C Q & P A R I S , F R A N C E Visit Château de Malmaison, where Napoleon Bonaparte spent his final days in France. Alternatively, join an optional tour to the luxurious Palace of Versailles, former home of Louis XIV. D A Y 8 P A R I S , F R A N C E After breakfast, disembark for your flight home. Alternatively, spend more time in France's romantic capital with a three-night Paris extension. A LWA Y S I N C L U DE D… Your river fare covers all of this: • 8-day voyage with river view stateroom • One complimentary shore excursion in each port of call • Visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites • All onboard meals featuring regional specialties and always available classics • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • 24-hour specialty coffees and teas • Enrichment lectures and destination performances • All port taxes and fees • All onboard gratuities and tipping • Complimentary airport transfers with Viking Air purchase • Free Wi-Fi • No credit card surcharges PA R I S , FR A N C E PA R I S & T H E H E A RT O F N O R M A N D Y 8 D A Y S P A R I S – P A R I S