The Seine: Paris & the Heart of Normandy

During your evening outing to the Latin Quarter, delight in a Parisian cabaret performance that features the famed Cancan dance, and find out why this kind of theater has been celebrated for so many years—in France and throughout the world. Your excursion includes dinner at the theater.

Please note: This traditional cabaret performance is intended for an adult audience, and includes some nudity. This optional tour is not available in August. The cabaret is closed on Tuesdays; this optional tour may be featured on an alternate day.

Discover Villarceaux, a sprawling, historic estate set amidst the lush environs on the edge of the town of Chaussy. The domaine consists of two châteaux, and a resplendent water garden, featuring fountains, waterfalls, and lakes as well as a variety of colorful flowers and plants. Explore the estate on a guided tour. You'll also have the opportunity to share a snack with our guides, as well as meet some locals who work at the estate, and learn about their everyday lives here. 

Stop by a local creperie in St. Malo for a glass of cider and a classic Breton crepe. Then, visit medieval Dinan and embark on a guided tour of the town, featuring its ramparts and towers. You'll learn about Dinan's history, including its strategic location on the Rance River.

Explore the picturesque cliffs of Étretat this afternoon, famed for its striking white chalk cliffs and natural rock arches along the Normandy coast, long a source of inspiration for artists such as Monet and Courbet. Begin your visit by following your Program Director on a relaxed discovery walk through the village and along the waterfront, introducing Étretat’s maritime heritage and coastal setting. Afterward, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, relax by the beach, or take in the scenery. Those looking for a more active experience may opt to walk to higher coastal viewpoints, conditions permitting.

Led by a local guide on this optional walking tour of Auvers-sur-Oise, you’ll see the final resting place of Vincent van Gogh in the quaint town that inspired much of his work. Along the way, discover the various places that inspired the famed Dutch post-impressionist who moved to the south of France in 1888, such as the Auvers Church and the artist's residence. 

Immerse yourself in the roots of the city at the Carnavalet Museum. There, with your local expert guide, experience the charm and history of Paris, where the city’s story comes to life through exquisite period rooms, fascinating artifacts, and treasures from the French Revolution to modern times. Stroll through the elegant mansions and soak in the atmosphere of centuries past. Afterward, enjoy a leisurely pause at a quintessential Parisian café, savoring champagne and delicate pastries while watching the city go by.