Europe: Seine River Cruise

 
Discover the essence of France on this magnificent Adventures by Disney Seine River Cruise.
From the provincial landscape of Monet’s beloved Giverny to the historic beaches of Normandy, you’ll enjoy an exciting array of engaging entertainment and exhilarating activities in stunning destinations across the country.
 

Cruise Details

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  • Cruise Highlights

    • Normandy's Omaha Beach: Visit the beaches of Normandy and pay homage to the heroes of the D-Day invasion.
    • Cliffs of Étretat: Marvel at the chalk cliffs and natural arches of the Étretat Chalk Complex overlooking the English Channel
    • Apple Orchard Visit: Spend the afternoon touring a local apple orchard, where you'll learn about calvados, a sweet apple brandy that is a specialty of the Normandy region
    • Monet's House and Gardens: Step into a world of Monet’s inspiration
    • French Castle & Ruins: Explore the grandeur of Chateau de Bizy and other examples of French style and extravagance
    • Van Gogh Experience: Walk amongst the beauty of Auvers-sur-Oise, a source of inspiration for Vincent van Gogh and countless other artists
  • Itinerary

    Day 1: Paris

    Arrive in Paris, France
    Fly in to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) where you will be greeted by a driver who will handle your luggage and provide transportation to the ship. 

    Board the Ship and Check-in to Your Stateroom
    Check in to the AmaLyra—your home for the next 8 days and 7 nights—and settle into your stateroom.

    Welcome Dinner On Board the Ship
    Meet up with your fellow Adventurers as you toast the beginning of what promises to be an amazing adventure sailing along the beautiful Seine River through the provincial and cosmopolitan towns and cities of France.

    Paris Departure
    Begin your voyage along the Seine River with the magnificent “City of Light” lit up against the nighttime sky. 
    • Meals Included: Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 2: Les Andelys

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Morning Activity Options:

    Option A: Château Gaillard Hike
    Reward yourself with spectacular views of the Seine and the Normandy countryside after an exhilarating hike 300 feet (90 meters) above the commune of Les Andelys to the Chȃteau Gaillard, a ruined medieval castle that was constructed in AD 1196 under Richard the Lionheart.

    Option B: Château Gaillard Hike and Bike
    For those Adventurers with extra energy to burn, get the best of both worlds as you take to the hiking and biking trails. Your bike ride takes you on the trails throughout the provincial town of Les Andelys, followed by a hike where you will ascend 300 feet (90 meters) up to the medieval masterpiece Chateau Gaillard for magnificent views of Les Andelys and the Seine.

    Please note: The bike ride is not suited for a child who is 11 years old or younger. We strongly recommend that Guests be in shape, know how to ride a bike, have ridden a bike recently, and know that the bike ride will take place on a solid surface, gravel and cobblestones, through towns, along the river, near traffic, crossing streets, etc.

    Option C: Panoramic Coach Tour
    Relax in the comfort of a mini-coach as you take in the surrounding sites of the provincial town of Les Andely on this amazing guided tour. You’ll also take a photo stop with stunning views of Château Gaillard, Les Andelys and the Seine River.

    Lunch On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a delightful lunch on board the ship.

    Macaron-Making Demonstration & French Cheese Seminar & Tasting
    Stay aboard the ship and enjoy an afternoon of smooth sailing along the Seine while an AmaWaterways chef teaches you how to make macarons, the meringue-based confection that is a popular sweet French treat. Then, please your palate as you learn about—and taste—a variety of delicious French cheeses while continuing your voyage along the Seine.

    Dinner On Board the Ship
    Share a delicious meal on board the ship with your family and fellow Adventurers while swapping stories from your day in Les Andelys.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 3: Le Havre

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Full-Day Excursion: Normandy Landing Beaches
    Spend a moving and immersive day at the landing beaches of Normandy, including Omaha Beach, the site of the famed D-Day operation. Guided by historians from the local D-Day Academy, you will delve deeply into the history of World War II while traveling from site to site on authentic military vehicles from that era.

    American Cemetery Visit
    Honor the brave American soldiers who fought to defend our freedom in World War II on Normandy Beach—the site where an armada of Allied troops landed on D-Day.

    Lunch in Normandy
    Feed your appetite with a delicious lunch.

    Normandy Tour Continues
    Following lunch, proceed to Pointe du Hoc, where US Army Rangers scaled 100-foot cliffs to capture a critical German outpost on D-Day. 

    Photo Stop at Les Braves Memorial
    Salute the courage of those who made the ultimate sacrifice on June 6, 1944 at this stunning memorial.

    Dinner On Board the Ship
    Share a delicious meal on board the ship with your family and fellow Adventurers while swapping stories from your adventure-filled day.

    Junior Adventurer Movie Night
    Junior Adventurers will get together for a movie night featuring a classic Disney film.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 4: Étretat and Honfleur

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Morning Activity Options:

    Option A: Time On Your Own in Honfleur
    Spend the day strolling and shopping through the picturesque coastal town of Honfleur, whose Vieux-Bassin (old harbor) has served as the inspiration for artists that include Gustave Courbet, Eugène Boudin and Claude Monet. Located where the Seine meets the English Channel, the town is home to Sainte-Catherine, the largest wooden church in France.

    Option B: Apple Orchard Visit
    Spend the day touring a local apple orchard, where you’ll learn about calvados, a sweet apple brandy that is a specialty of the Normandy region. Following the excursion, you will get a short amount of time to explore Honfleur on your own.

    Lunch at Your Leisure in Honfleur
    Discover a local spot to enjoy a delicious lunch at your leisure.

    Étretat Cliffs Hike
    Enjoy breathtaking views where you can hike on your own at the beautiful seaside commune and farming town of Étretat, known for its stunning chalk cliffs, which include 3 natural arches and a pointed formation known as the Needle, which reaches a height of 230 feet (70 meters) above the sea overlooking the English Channel.

    Time On Your Own in Étretat Village
    Explore this quaint seaside village, home to the Notre-Dame de la Garde Chapel, which was built by sailors in the 19th century. You can also visit the old market square, which features charming boutiques as well as shops that offer local cheese and apple products.

    Dinner On Board the Ship
    Tuck into another delightful meal prepared and presented by the AmaLyra chefs and kitchen staff.

    Please note: The order of the activities on this day may vary as this will be dependent on your final docking location.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 5: Rouen

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Morning Activity Options:

    Option A: Walking Tour of Rouen
    Walk in the footsteps of Vikings and Joan of Arc, as well as many others who had an affection for this ancient port city and capital of the Normandy region. You’ll explore the Jewish Quarter; see the Gothic churches, including Cathédral Notre-Dame; and walk along the cobblestoned pedestrian center that is lined with medieval half-timbered houses.

    During the tour, you’ll also treat your taste buds to a French culinary delight as you sample some of the finest cheeses and chocolates in Normandy, a region known for its dairy, as well as its small farms and confectioners.

    Option B: Tree Climbing Park
    Take to the treetops where you’ll enjoy an exciting adventure of tree climbing rope courses for all ages.

    Please note: The Tree Climbing activity is not included on Adult Exclusive departures.

    Lunch On Board the Ship
    Take a break from a morning full of adventure and get reinvigorated with a hearty lunch before you head out for an activity-filled afternoon.

    Afternoon Activity Options:

    Option A: Walking Tour of Rouen
    Walk in the footsteps of Vikings and Joan of Arc, as well as many others who had an affection for this ancient port city and capital of the Normandy region. You’ll explore the Jewish Quarter; see the Gothic churches, including Cathédral Notre-Dame; and walk along the cobblestoned pedestrian center that is lined with medieval half-timbered houses.

    During the tour, you’ll also treat your taste buds to a French culinary delight as you sample some of the finest cheeses and chocolates in Normandy, a region known for its dairy, as well as its small farms and confectioners.

    Option B: Kayaking
    Take an inspiring kayak trek, paddling through the scenic countryside of France’s Normandy region.

    Dinner On Board the Ship
    Share stories of the day’s adventures with family and friends as you eat a wonderful meal prepared by the ship’s chefs.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 6: Vernon and Giverny

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Claude Monet's House and Gardens Visit
    Journey into the stunning Giverny landscape on this visit to Claude Monet’s beautifully restored 19th-century home, where he lived from 1883 until his death in 1926. Enjoy a privately guided tour that includes the lush gardens where the famed French impressionist painter found inspiration for some of his most renowned works including Water Lilies and Wheatstacks.

    Giverny Museum of Impressionisms & Junior Adventurer Painting Activity
    Discover the works of Monet and see the influence that his art had on his contemporaries, as well as generations of artists that followed him at the Museum of Impressionisms. Junior Adventurers will create their own masterpieces in the museum’s garden.

    Please note: The painting activity at the Museum of Impressionisms is not included on Adult Exclusive departures.

    Lunch On Board the Ship
    Head back to the ship for a delightful lunch before returning to Vernon for an afternoon of adventure.

    Afternoon Activity Options:

    Option A: Château de Bizy
    Marvel at this ornate castle and its stunning gardens that showcase a true passion for elegance. Now a historic monument, the site was begun in 1740 with successive owners adding their own touches throughout the years. The grounds boast a splendid collection of fountains and an English-style vegetable garden. During this visit, enjoy exclusive lawn games and traditional entertainment at this stunning castle.

    Option B: Time On Your Own in Vernon
    Adventurers may choose to explore the quaint historical district of Vernon, located on the banks of the river Seine and home to shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as sites like the Old Mill, the Archives Tower, Tourelles Castle and the House of Long Ago.

    Option C: Bicycle Ride On Your Own in Vernon

    Enjoy a leisurely, on-your-own bike ride through the town of Vernon where you can explore the historical district, its Gothic architecture, 12th-century castles and the famous old mill.

    Dinner On Board the Ship
    Return to the ship for a lovely dinner where you can share stories of your day.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 7: Conflans

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Morning Activity Options:

    Option A: Visit Château Malmaison
    Explore this exquisite French castle and its accompanying park that was once home to Napoleon and Josephine Bonaparte, as well as the headquarters of the French government from 1800 to 1802. It now serves as a national museum.

    Option B: Visit Auvers-sur-Oise
    Get inspired on your visit to this commune in Paris’ northwest suburbs where 19th-century artists including Paul Cézanne, Camille Pissarro, Jean-Baptise-Camille Corot and, most notably, Vincent van Gogh lived and painted. The guided visit includes the final resting cemetery of both Vincent and Theo van Gogh, as well as a look inside the boarding house where Vincent last lived.

    Lunch On Board the Ship
    Head back to the ship and enjoy a lovely lunch on board.

    Scenic Sail to Paris
    Relax and soak up the scenery on a daytime sailing to Paris.

    Farewell Dinner On Board the Ship
    Say au revoir to your fellow Adventurers and newfound friends as you celebrate the conclusion of an amazing adventure-filled vacation cruising along the Seine River.

    Paris Arrival and Illuminations Cruise
    Bask in the glow of the iconic buildings of Paris lit up at night as you sail through the magnificent city.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: AmaLyra

    Day 8: Paris

    Breakfast On Board the Ship
    Enjoy a full American buffet of breakfast favorites that will energize you for the adventure-filled day ahead. 

    Transfer to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) OR Paris Escape
    Receive assistance with your luggage and transfer to your next destination—either Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or your Adventures by Disney Paris Escape.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast
AmaLyra
Year Built: 2009
Double Occupancy Capacity: 140


Cruise along the Seine for a dazzling adventure aboard the elegant AmaLyra. This river cruise ship features 71 spacious staterooms with tastefully appointed décor and either French balconies or windows. Delight in exquisite cuisine from your choice of 2 onboard restaurants, as well as tapas and light refreshments from the Main Lounge. On the Sun Deck, soak in the whirlpool, relax in a lounge chair or sip drinks from the outdoor bar. Additional amenities include unlimited Wi-Fi, a walking track, a fitness room, a sauna, a massage and hair salon, and a fleet of bicycles for onshore sightseeing. 
 
  • Ship Facts

    • Year Built: 2009
    • Double Occupancy Capacity: 140
    • Number of Decks: 4
    • Number of Crew: 45
    • Total number of staterooms: 71
    • Country of Registry: Switzerland

    Onboard Activities

    Onboard AmaLyra, take advantage of the sun-deck walking track, fitness room and fleet of complimentary bikes.
    • Observation Deck
    • Navigation Bridge
    • Bicycles
    • Whirlpool
    • Sun Deck
    • Walking Track
    • Bow Seating Area
    • Gift Shop
    • Reception
    • Massage & Hair Salon
    • Fitness Room

    Dining

    Enjoy exquisite cuisine at a variety of dining venues, like the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table. You can also order delicious tapas between meals in the Main Lounge.
    • Main Lounge & Bar
    • Main Restaurant
    • The Chef's Table Restaurant
 

Available Dates & Prices

Valid For TravelNights
Summer 20267
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Summer 2026
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