We'll leave from Honfleur by coach for the beautiful Alabaster Coast, a natural heritage within the Pays de Caux and the estuary of the River Seine. We'll pass by Le Havre. The high white cliffs bordered by the beaches and stones were made famous by Impressionist paintings. As Guy de Maupassant wrote: "Nature has made these valleys; the rains of storms have ended with them in the shape of these ravines, trimming what was left of the cliff, excavating down to the sea, the bed of waters which acts as a passage for mankind.” Once in Étretat, we'll set out for a hike across the cliffs to bask in the landscapes that have been dramatically shaped by weather and erosion. Afterwards, we'll enjoy some free time to explore the city itself. At the end of our tour, we'll return to the ship by coach.
PLEASE NOTE
- Plan to wear appropriate hiking gear (hiking shoes, trekking poles, water bottle, hat, cap, sunglasses...): allow 20 minutes on foot from the coach parking lot to the cliffs (each way).
- Times are approximate.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Steep elevation to climb the cliff: 100 meters; do not suffer from vertigo when descending the stairs.
We'll leave from Honfleur by coach for the beautiful Alabaster Coast, a natural heritage within the Pays de Caux and the estuary of the River Seine. We'll pass by Le Havre. The high white cliffs bordered by the beaches and stones were made famous by Impressionist paintings. As Guy de Maupassant wrote: "Nature has made these valleys; the rains of storms have ended with them in the shape of these ravines, trimming what was left of the cliff, excavating down to the sea, the bed of waters which acts as a passage for mankind.” Once in Étretat, we'll set out for a hike across the cliffs to bask in the landscapes that have been dramatically shaped by weather and erosion. Afterwards, we'll enjoy some free time to explore the city itself. At the end of our tour, we'll return to the ship by coach.
PLEASE NOTE
- Plan to wear appropriate hiking gear (hiking shoes, trekking poles, water bottle, hat, cap, sunglasses...): allow 20 minutes on foot from the coach parking lot to the cliffs (each way).
- Times are approximate.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Steep elevation to climb the cliff: 100 meters; do not suffer from vertigo when descending the stairs.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
The Seine Valley (port-to-port cruise)
PARIS - LA ROCHE-GUYON - HONFLEUR - ROUEN - LES ANDELYS - PARIS
Sail along the Seine to discover the history, idyllic landscapes and culture that border this mythical river with its hidden secrets. In Vernon, you will discover the Claude Monet house and gardens with its famous water garden. Visit the sumptuous Martainville Château, stroll along the Côte Fleurie or vist the historical Normandy landing beaches.
The finest and most picturesque ports of call in the Seine valley (port-to-port cruise)
PARIS - LES ANDELYS - HONFLEUR - ROUEN - PARIS
Sail on the Seine and discover unusual places. Discover the magnificent white cliffs of Etretat lined with pebble beaches, offering exceptional views, inspirational to past and present artists, then go on an excursion along the Norman Abbey Circuit. They reveal an exceptional architectural heritage, in their number and artistic quality, the charm of the surrounding landscapes and the grandeur of their past. Visit Rouen: both medieval and spiritual, experience the soul of its past...
The Must-see Sights of the Seine Valley (port-to-port cruise)
PARIS - POISSY - MANTES-LA-JOLIE - HONFLEUR - ROUEN - PARIS
Embark on a cruise where heritage and history are as rich as they are exciting. Visit the iconic Palace of Versailles— France at its most luxurious! Discover the Alabaster coast, bathed by the greeny blue waters of the Channel, offering the most impressive landscapes of Normandy. Visit Rouen, a real museum city, a memorable experience with its beautiful half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and Gothic churches.