The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy

( 5 Star )

Visit: Nantes - Saint-Nazaire - Nantes - Ancenis - Chalonnes-Sur-Loire - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - Ancenis - Nantes

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Embark on a cruise on the Royal Loire River whose beauty is legendary. Visit Nantes and The Machines of the Isle of Nantes, a gallery that recreates the imaginary world of the famous writer Jules Verne. Discover Saint-Nazaire and admire its shipyard and the Escal' Atlantic which immerses you in the world of steamships from the beginnings of their gigantic construction to life on board. Soak up the magical castles of the Loire.

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. Departure of the ship towards Saint-Nazaire. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

In the morning, join us for the optional excursion for both packages: Tour of Saint Nazaire (This excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency. Each passenger will be asked to produce a valid passport in order to book the excursion and gain access to the shipyard.), a town on the sea. We'll visit Escal'Atlantic, a museum that explores the historic ocean liner experience, and the Saint-Nazaire shipyard, one of the largest shipyards in Europe. We'll return on board in Saint-Nazaire. Enjoy an evening of dancing. We'll spend this afternoon cruising towards Nantes. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

In the morning, we'll cruise towards Ancenis. Join us for the optional excursions proposed : CLASSIC : The Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson, a charming medieval town. DISCOVERY: Helicopter ride(1), the Loire from above (this excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency).

Join us on a full-day included excursion for both packages to discover the Castles of the Loire Valley. We'll return on board in Ancenis. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening. Our ship will start sailing towards Nantes.

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10:00 a.m. End of our services.

Inclusion

Your cruise with all meals from lunch the first day to breakfast on the final day - on board drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multilingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Exclusion

Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

Note

*Price based on double occupancy.

Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20% (On request)

The ship available for this cruise is MS Loire Princesse.

Accommodation available for Pre and Post Cruise on request.

No shore excursion on the non listed days (Rates available on request).

Valid passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

EXCLUSIVE TO CROISIEUROPE the Loire from above(1-2)
Full-day excursion to the castles of the Loire Valley: guided tours of the castles of Ussé, Azay-le-Rideau and the gardens of Villandry
The Saint-Nazaire(2) shipyard, embodiment of French pride
The wine route of the Muscadet(2) through the vineyards of the Nantes region
Cruise on board a paddle steamer

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