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Paris to Normandy & The Final River Cruise
Experience France by sailing along the River Seine in an all inclusive, fully guided tour that culminates with you at both RWC 2023 finals!
Remaining true to our core business strategy of dedication to excellence, the Paris to Normandy River Cruise tour is no exception. From the luxurious Tapestry II vessel to the expertly crafted 8-day, 7-night itinerary, this tour is must for any fan wishing to experience the best that France has to offer in style and comfort along with the climactic Rugby World Cup finals!
Join Sportsnet® on our sixth Rugby World Cup tour, where it’s more than just the game, it’s every little experience along the journey.
River Cruise Inclusions
Accommodation
7 nights accommodation aboard the Avalon Tapestry II (subject to change)
Official Tickets
Category 4 tickets to:
• Bronze Final
• The Final
(upgrades available)
Excursions
Choice of excursions, Guided Tour, Walk Tours and Sightseeing
Transfers
• Return arrival and departure airport to hotel transfers
• Transfers throughout
Cruise Director
Professional multilingual Cruise Director throughout
Merchandise
• Official team cap
• RWC 2023 Merchandise
• Ear Piece Radio
• France Guidebook
Highlights
Experience France by sailing along the River Seine in an all inclusive, fully guided tour that culminates with you at the RWC 2023 final!
RWC 2023 BRONZE FINAL
Runner-up SF 1 v Runner-up SF 2
Stade de France, Paris Friday, 27 October 2023
RWC 2023 FINAL
Winner SF 1 v Winner SF 2
Stade de France, Paris Saturday, 28 October 2023
River Cruise Highlights
- All inclusive
- Experience France whilst sailing along the River Seine
- Captain’s Welcome Reception
- Pre-Final Gala Dinner
- The Final at Stade de France
- Visit the home of Van Gogh
River Cruise Details
Cruise Dates: 24 – 31 October, 2023
Tour Duration: 7 nights/6 days
Tour Start City: Paris
Tour Conclusion City: Paris
Cruise Itinerary
Tuesday 24 October to Tuesday 31 October 2023 - 8 Days / 7 Nights
TUESDAY 24 OCTOBER – PARIS (EMBARKATION)
On board welcome reception.
Flights into Paris must arrive by 2:30pm. Must be onboard ship by 5pm
Evening/Overnight: Cruise to Les Andelys
Port times: Depart Paris 19:00
WEDNESDAY 25 OCTOBER – LES ANDELYS
Choice of excursions: Guided Walking Tour of Les Andelys or Guided hike to the castle ruins of Chateau Gaillard
Afternoon/Overnight: Cruise to Caudebec
Port times: Arrive Les Andelys 10:00, depart 13:00. Arrive Caudebec 22:00
THURSDAY 26 OCTOBER – CAUDEBEC
Choice of excursions: Guided tour of Normandy’s WWII landing beaches including Omaha beach, Pointe de Hoc monument and American cemetery or;
“A Taste of Normandy” guided tour (see the famous Bayeux Tapestry, visit Beuvron en Auge and taste Calvados at a local distillery or;
Full Day guided tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites including British cemetery, Pegasus memorial, seaside town of Arromanches
Tonight, enjoy a special Gala Dinner on board the ship
Evening/Overnight: Cruise to Conflans
Port times: Depart Caudebec 20:00
FRIDAY 27 OCTOBER – CONFLANS
Choice of excursions: Join a Guided visit to home of van Gogh or; Enjoy a bike ride along the Seine
Coach transfer to and from Paris for the BRONZE FINAL
Overnight: Conflans
Port times: Arrive Conflans 1400
SATURDAY 28 OCTOBER – PARIS
Morning at leisure onboard as we sail into Paris Free afternoon
Coach transfer for RWC 2023 FINAL
Overnight: Paris
Port times: Depart Conflans 06:00, Arrive Paris 12:30 
SUNDAY 29 OCTOBER – VERNON
Choice of excursions: Tour of Giverny (Monet’s residence) or Guided Visit to Bizy Castle (Normandy’s Versailles) or a Nordic Walk
Evening/Overnight: Cruise to Vernon
Port times: Depart Paris 01:00, Arrive Vernon 13:00. Depart Vernon 19:00
MONDAY 30 OCTOBER – LE PECQ
Choice of excursions: Guided tour of Chateau de Malmaison (home of Napoleon) or sightseeing of Saint Germain en Laye or Guided Bike Tour
Evening/Overnight: Cruise to Paris
Port times: Arrive Le Pecq 08:00, depart 19:00. Arrive Paris 23:00
TUESDAY 31 OCTOBER – PARIS (DISEMBARKATION)
Cruise ends this morning after breakfast
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