Anacoluthe

See France through the eyes of the Impressionists as we glide through some of artois most storied places. A cruise on the M.S. Anacoluthe combines the comforts of a mini ocean liner with the charm of a river steamer. The elegant interior provides ample space to relax, seasoned wood tones, old world charm. Large windows give all round views of the passing scenery. The Piano Bar, the exercise room and outdoor hot tub add to the ambiance of unprecedented comfort.

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Prices
	02/22/10 05/02/10	05/03/10 10/18/10	10/25/10 11/08/10
Anacoluthe	$1,790	$1,990	$1,790

PRICE PER PERSON / BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY


Day 1
	SATURDAY St Mammes We meet at the Hotel Regina, 192 Rue de Rivoli, Paris 75001 at 15.00 (3pm) and transfer to Anacoluthe moored in the little town of St Mammes at the junction of the rivers Seine and Loing. After a champagne welcome aboard, you have time to settle into your cabin and maybe take a stroll before dinner in town or perhaps in Moret sur Loing, (3 kms with our bus), a small medieval town, once home to Alfred Sisley, the great impressionist painter..

Day 2
	SUNDAY St Mammes -Paris During breakfast, cruise to Ery. Beginning of afternoon excursion to Vaux le Vicomte, a beautiful castle built by Fouquet, the finance minister of the Sun King and the model for Versailles. There is an exceptionally well furnished interior and magnificent gardens. Return to Anacoluthe at Evry and cruise to enter Paris at dinner time. After dinner on board, enjoy an unforgettable Paris by Night Cruise.

Day 3
	MONDAY Paris - Chatou Morning coach tour of Paris. Afternoon cruise to Chatou. Visit to la Malmaison castle and walking tour in town. La Malmaison was the home of the Empress Josephine and on occasions, napoleon himself. After her divorce for the Emperor Napoleon, Josphine retired to pict-cruise in 1810. The First Counsul and the seat of the French Government in conjunction with the Tuileries also resided here from 1800 to 1802. This château is situated in one of the loveliest settings in France.

Day 4
	TUESDAY Chatou-Vernon Cruise to Mantes, arriving midday and visit to Giverny, the home and gardens of Claude Monet, the most famous of all the Impressionist painters. Discover the inspiration for his masterpiece, the Water Lilies. You will see the Japanese Bridge which appears in these paintings. The French government spends in excess of $2 million each year to keep the gardens exactly as they were before Money dies in 1926. The simplicity of his house is surprising. Return to the boat moored in Vernon in late afternoon. Take a stroll to the medieval center of this lovely town.

Day 5
	WEDNESDAY Vernon-Rouen This morning, cruise from Vernon to Les Andelys. with its famous Chateau Gaillard. After a brunch on boat, excursion to the charming city of Honfler. Walking tour of the harbour and picturesque streeets. Return to the boat gong over both the Normandie and Tancarville bridges. Rejoin the boat in Les Andelys with a welcome back tasting of cider and late afternoon cruise to Poses. Honfleur is the site of many early impressionist paintings. It was one of there favorite settings.

Day 6
	THURSDAY PARIS/ST MAMMES Morning cruise to Rouen, Capital of Normandy. In the afternoon, walking visit of the city, cathedral Norte Dame, a Gothic masterpiece made famous by Money. Then on to see the Palais de Justice, once Normandie's parliament with its medieval center and shopping. Return to the boat in late afternoon for the Gala Farewell dinner on board.

Day 7
	FRIDAY This morning, after breakfast return to the HÃ´tel Regina in Paris arriving around lunchtime.