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Montreal & Vancouver
2019 June 24, 30; July 24, 29; Aug. 28; Sept. 2
Quebec City & Calgary
2019 July 24; Aug. 28
Embark on a cruise on the Royal Loire River whose beauty is legendary. Visit Nantes and The Machines of the Isle of Nantes, a gallery that recreates the imaginary world of the famous writer Jules Verne. Discover Saint-Nazaire and admire its shipyard and the Escal'Atlantic which immerses you in the world of steamships from the beginnings of their gigantic construction to life on board. Soak up the magical castles of the Loire such as Brissac, the highest castle in France whose monumental facades rise up from its large landscaped park. Excursions in a package are not sold separately, and you must purchase your package before leaving Canada ($) :
DAY 2: Nantes
Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: we'll board a local boat for a cruise on the Erdre River, one of the most beautiful in France. Duration: 2:45
DAY 3: Saint-Nazaire - Nantes
This morning, join us on the optional excursions proposed:
Classic: Guided tour of Nantes and the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany. Duration: 4:30 hrs
Discovery: Nantes, the Machines de l'Île, secret courtyards and covered passageways. Duration: 4 hrs
In the afternoon, take part in our optional excursion for both packages: Tour of Saint Nazaire, a town on the sea. We'll visit Escal'Atlantic, a museum that explores the historic ocean liner experience, and the Saint- Nazaire shipyard, one of the largest shipyards in Europe (this excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency. Each passenger will be asked to produce a valid passport in order to gain access to the shipyard). We'll return on board in Saint-Nazaire. Enjoy an evening of dancing. Duration: 4:30 hrs
DAY 4: Saint-Nazaire - Ancenis
We'll spend this morning cruising towards Ancenis. In the afternoon, join us on the optional excursions proposed:
Classic: The Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson, a charming medieval town. Duration: 5 hrs
Discovery: Helicopter ride2, the Loire from above (this excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency). Duration: 10 min
DAY 5: Ancenis - Bouchemaine1 - Angers
We'll cruise towards Bouchemaine. Join us on the optional excursions proposed:
Classic: Guided tour of Angers, its historic districts and the famous Apocalypse tapestry. Duration: 4 hrs
Discovery: Tour of Brissac castle and its cellars complete with a wine-tasting session. Duration: 4 hrs
Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
DAY 6: Bouchemaine1 - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - Ancenis
Join us on a full-day included excursion for both packagesto discover the Castles of the Loire Valley. We'll return on board in Ancenis. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening. Our ship will start sailing towards Nantes. Duration: 11 hrs
DAY 7: Nantes
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10:00 a.m.
Additional information:
1Depending on docking availability, the stopover in Bouchemaine may be replaced by Chalonnes-sur-Loire. In this event, the order of the visits could be altered.
2Subject to availability and favorable weather conditions.