June 15-23, 2026

Paris in
Springtime

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

With a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

History meets happiness as you decide how to savour the castles, croissants, châteaux, and chèvre of fabulous France from Paris to Normandy.

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

Paris to Paris

What to
Expect

The wide array of classic, discovery, and active excursions puts you in the driver’s seat of your vacation — whether that’s a bicycle seat, canoe seat, or a front-row seat at a culinary or cocktail workshop where you’ll learn hands-on how to master the delightful delicacies this gastronomic country is known for. Moving experiences await you at every turn!

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

DAY 1

Paris

Bienvenue en France!
Your day is free to explore the world’s most romantic city. Get acquainted with the City of Lights today by shopping, strolling, or using a croissant and cafe au lait to watch the world go by amid the Parisian cityscape.

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

DAY 2

Embarkation

Enjoy some free time in Paris today, before transferring to Le Havre and boarding your cruise on the Seine. Tonight, enjoy dinner on board and explore the ship. 

Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

DAY 3

Le Havre

Active Excursion: Explore the city as only a local would — by bicycle. Cycle up to the quartier Saint Francois, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Travel to Fecamp to visit the Palais Benedictine where the world-famous Benedictine liquor is made. Enjoy a short self-guided tour followed by a cocktail workshop focused on the famous liquor, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a guided tour to Le Havre and discover the modern architecture of its city center, rebuilt by Auguste Perret and part of the World Heritage of Humanity.

Overnight cruise to Caudebec.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

DAY 4

Caudebec

Discovery Excursion: Join a guided tour to get a taste of authentic tradition in the beautiful region of Normandy. Toast the day with a brandy tasting in Calvados, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a guided visit to the WWII landing beaches of Normandy. Take a full-day tour of significant U.S. sites, including Omaha Beach, the Pointe du Hoc monument, and the American Cemetery, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a full-day guided tour of the British and Canadian commemorative sites, including the British cemetery, Pegasus Memorial, the seaside town of Arromanches, the Juno Beach Center, and the Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery.

Overnight docking in Rouen.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

DAY 5

Rouen

Active Excursion: Pedal your way through hundreds of years of history on this guided bike tour around Rouen, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Join a guided visit to the magnificent Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen to marvel at masterpieces in fine art. Be awed by one of the most outstanding collections of art in France — from the works of Rubens, Monet, Degas, and countless other masters, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a guided walking tour of Rouen — home of the martyred Saint Joan of Arc — and see the medieval quarter with its 16th-century Astronomical Clock, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Overnight docking in Rouen.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.

DAY 6

Les Andelys - Vernon

Active Excursion: Join a guided hike up to the castle ruins of Chateau Gaillard — historic home of King Richard the Lionheart and a masterpiece of medieval military architecture, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Take a guided tour to one of France’s most remarkable castles — Chateau de La Roche-Guyon, perched on the picturesque chalk cliffs overlooking the village of La Roche-Guyon; during the visit, enjoy a tasting of local products, OR:

Classic Excursion: Take a guided walking tour of Les Andelys — one of France’s most picturesque spots on the Seine. Visit the Saint Sauveur’s Church of Le Petit Andely.

Discovery Excursion: While sailing to Vernon, enjoy a traditional French luncheon of authentic French crepes, followed by a pastry demonstration.

VERNON:
Active Excursion: Spend a fun and active day kayaking. Join an expert guide and paddle your way through areas accessible only by water, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Take a guided tour of Giverny, home and inspiration of the master impressionist painter Claude Monet. Walk the grounds and see Monet’s charming residence, and the flower and water gardens captured in his masterpieces, OR:

Classic Excursion: Explore the picturesque town of Vernon with a leisurely guided tour through its marvellous medieval streets on the banks of the Seine River.

Evening cruise to Conflans.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.
DAY 7

Conflans

Active Excursion: This guided E-bike tour will take you to the Chateau de Maisons-Lafitte where you will enjoy a special snack, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Travel to the Chantilly Castle where the experts of the Confrérie des Chevaliers Fouetteurs de creme Chantilly will show you how to prepare your own Chantilly cream, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a guided tour of Auvers-sur-Oise, and walk in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh, who lived, worked, and is buried here. See the landscapes and village scenes captured in his paintings, OR:
 
Classic Excursion: Take a guided tour of the opulent Chateau de Malmaison — home of Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife, Josephine.

Overnight docking in Paris.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.
DAY 8

Paris

Active Excursion: Hop on a bike to explore Paris like a local on this enjoyable guided tour through its sights, mesmerizing history, and incredible ambiance, OR:

Discovery Excursion: Immerse yourself on the Food and Cultural Tour of Paris where you will find out why the French food and culinary tradition has been even added to the UNESCO heritage list, OR:

Classic Excursion: Join a guided sightseeing which will show you magnificent must-see sights

Overnight docking in Paris.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

During your Red Orchid Paris in the Springtime, you will experience a delicious menu of culturally immersive experiences, an Avalon Active and Discovery cruise on the Seine serves up joie de vivre at every port.
DAY 9

Depart

It’s time to say goodbye to the new friends you made, you’re allowed to depart at any time. 

Meals included: Breakfast

Tour details

Pricing Includes:

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Excursions at each port
  • Taxes and port fees
  • WiFi by Starlink
  • All dining venues
  • Variety of shows and live music

Does Not include:

  • International flight
  • Roundtrip transfers (airport/hotel)
  • Meals not mentioned
  • Tips to driver and guide
  • Travel insurance (Required, must show proof)
  • Optional add-on activities
  • Souvenirs
DEPOSIT
$500 per person
(Non-refundable)
FINAL PAYMENT
March 17, 2026

SOLO ROOMS

Available!
Pricing is per person
$5,497 CAD
CAT E
$5,497 CAD
CAT D
$7,496 CAD
CAT B
$7,546 CAD
CAT A
$7,596 CAD
CAT P

Who is this trip for?

1) Are you someone who values flexibility, open-mindedness, and a positive outlook on life? Do you enjoy meeting new people and connecting with others while travelling? 

 2) If you are keen on experiencing a wide range of activities and are eager to be a better traveller by respecting different cultures and the environment, then this trip is for you. 
 3) Red Orchid Travel welcomes those who prioritize connection, adaptability, and a positive impact on the places they visit. Join us if you share these values and are ready for a fulfilling travel experience.

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