French Impressionism Along the Banks of the Seine

Your journey begins as you board our ship at 6 p.m. Settle into your comfortable cabins before joining us for a welcome cocktail. The evening kicks off with an enlightening lecture on the origins, techniques, and contexts of Impressionism.

We start our day cruising to Melun. In the afternoon, we embark on a guided tour of Barbizon, a village renowned for its association with the Barbizon School art movement. Visit the Auberge Ganne, a museum that was once home to these artists. The day concludes with a delightful dinner and an evening of entertainment.

Spend the morning cruising and soaking in the serene views. In the afternoon, we visit the Musée Marmottan Monet, home to the largest collection of Monet's paintings. After the museum visit, we cruise to Mantes-la-Jolie. The day concludes with a lecture on Claude Monet, the quintessential Impressionist.

Today, we tour Monet's home and studio in Giverny, where the artist created some of his most iconic works. In the afternoon, we cruise to the historic city of Rouen. The day concludes with a cabaret-style evening of entertainment on board.

We start the day with a guided tour of Rouen, tracing the footsteps of the Impressionists. The afternoon is dedicated to a guided tour of the Norman Abbey Circuit, where we explore the ruins of Jumièges Abbey, the Church of Saint Peter, and the Abbey of Saint Wandrille. We then set sail for Honfleur. The day concludes with a lecture on the geography of Impressionism.

Today, we explore Honfleur, the cradle of Impressionism, on a walking tour. Enjoy some free time at the Eugène Boudin Museum. In the afternoon, we visit the Côte d'Albâtre, known for its stunning white cliffs and pebble beaches, and the charming seaside city of Étretat.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast onboard before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. As our journey comes to an end, we hope you leave with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of Impressionism.