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DESIGNED FOR CALM Our river voyages embody the spirit of travel For The Thinking Person™. Your ship is an award‑winning haven of Scandinavian design. It is serene, elegant and thoughtfully crafted. No children. No casinos. Just comfort, calm and room to reflect. A GENTLE PACE On board, life moves at a gentle pace. Menus celebrate regional flavours, verandas frame the passing landscape and every detail is designed to let France's story unfold naturally. With no hotel changes or daily transfers, river travel feels seamless. You settle in once and enjoy a natural, unhurried rhythm as you move effortlessly from place to place. EVERYTHING INCLUDED A Viking river voyage through France offers exceptional value. Your fare includes transportation between destinations, a river view stateroom, all meals on board, wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner and unlimited Wi‑Fi. AN EXCURSION IN EVERY PORT Each destination includes a guided experience led by knowledgeable local experts. From iconic landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe to lesser‑ known corners like the scenic town of Blaye, you will gain insight into the culture, history and daily life of each destination, often through stories you won't find in a guidebook. CLOSER TO THE PLACES THAT MATTER With exclusive docking locations that bring you to the heart of each town and city, including Paris, where you will dock just a short walk from the Eiffel Tower, Viking invites you to deepen your understanding of France. You will spend less time in transit and more time immersed in your destination, visiting places best reached by river. RECOGNISED AS THE WORLD'S BEST Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated Number One for Rivers by Condé Nast Traveller readers for five consecutive years, receiving the title of Reader's Digest Most Trusted River Cruise Operator in Australia for the second year in a row, and being named "World's Best" by Travel + Leisure. RELAXING ON THE SUN DECK IN PARIS THE RESTAURANT Contact your local Viking travel advisor, call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or visit viking.com | 9