2027 PARIS & NORMANDY – Wine & Soulful Experiences Feat. Carissa Stephens

Jun 10 - 22, 2027

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Overview

9-night Paris and Normandy Seine river cruise with soulful Black history experiences, Normandy beaches tours, and wine-focused excursions.

Trip Details

Bio: Carissa Stephens, Our Featured Wine Host

Carissa Stephens Certified Sommelier | Wine Educator | Vintner | Co-Owner, Pur Noire Urban Wineries Carissa Stephens is a Houston native, certified sommelier, and visionary entrepreneur redefining the modern wine experience. With a background in B...

Day 1 · Thu, Jun 10 · Paris

Paris hotel check-in

Check into your Paris hotel for the beginning of your Paris & Normandy Soulful Experience Wine Cruise land package. This program includes 9 nights in total: 2 nights in Paris followed by a 7-night cruise roundtrip from Paris, France.

Day 2 · Fri, Jun 11 · Paris

Black History of Paris full-day tour

Black History of Paris full-day tour Discover centuries worth of Black history as you venture to several sites in and around Paris during this exclusive full-day tour. You will see the iconic Arc de Triomphe and the Monument to the Abolition of Sl...

Day 3 · Sat, Jun 12 · Paris

Josephine Baker Paris Tour

After checking out of your hotel, follow in Josephine Baker’s footsteps as you trace her legacy throughout Paris. Visit Théâtre des Champs Elysées, where she held many breathtaking performances, and La Coupole, an elegant restaurant the actress fr...

About Your Cruise - Seine River Cruise embarkation in Paris

Begin your Paris & Normandy Soulful Experience Wine Cruise with AmaWaterways, featuring a 7-night cruise roundtrip from Paris, France along the Seine River. Savor the sweet flavors along the Seine River as you celebrate the Black and African diasp...

Day 4 · Sun, Jun 13 · Les Andelys

Les Andelys

Arrive in Les Andelys, a charming town on the Seine River and gateway to Château Gaillard and the surrounding countryside. Uncover the history of Château Gaillard, the former stronghold of Richard the Lionheart, situated on the chalk cliffs high a...

Day 5 · Mon, Jun 14 · Le Havre

Le Havre

Dock in Le Havre, a UNESCO-designated city on the Normandy coast. During your time in Le Havre, set out on an excursion to the seaside town of Honfleur, renowned for its picturesque harbor, and for being an inspirational site for Impressionist pai...

Day 6 · Tue, Jun 15 · Normandy Beaches

Normandy Beaches and Caudebec-en-Caux

Experience the Normandy region with a variety of excursions from your ship, then later enjoy time in Caudebec-en-Caux, a riverside town on the Seine and home to the Seine Museum. Experience the Normandy region with a variety of excursions. For tho...

Day 7 · Wed, Jun 16 · Rouen

Rouen

Arrive in Rouen, a historic city on the Seine known for its medieval core, half-timbered houses and association with Joan of Arc. Spend the morning enjoying medieval Rouen with a choice of several excursions. Join a walking tour and see the square...

Day 8 · Thu, Jun 17 · Vernon

Vernon and Scenic Cruising

Enjoy scenic cruising around Vernon before disembarking the ship for your chosen excursion. You will have a choice of three excursions, depending on your interests. Visit Claude Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny. Art lovers will immediately reco...

Day 9 · Fri, Jun 18 · Paris

Paris

Return to Paris as your ship docks back in the city, giving you a full day to explore its landmarks and wine culture. Experience the “City of Light” with a guided tour where you will see the city’s renowned sites, including the Eiffel Tower. Then ...

Day 10 · Sat, Jun 19 · Paris

About Your Cruise - Paris Disembarkation

Disembark your river cruise ship in Paris. Bid farewell to Paris and prepare for your flight home. (B)

Reims

If you are continuing on for the post-cruise, here's the rest of your itinerary: From a Parisian Farewell to Champagne's Historic Heart - Onward to Reims Disembark in Paris and begin your journey toward Reims with a visit to the magnificient Châte...

Day 11 · Sun, Jun 20

Reims

Explore vineyards, villages, and sparkling traditions. Journey along the scenic Route du Champagne, where rolling vineyards and historic houses reveal the artistry and legacy behind the world's most celebrated sparkling wine. From Epernay to Hautv...

Day 12 · Mon, Jun 21

Chantilly

Medieval Compiègne to the splendor of Château de Chantilly Depart Reims and travel to the charming town of Compiègne, where you’ll enjoy free time to explore its 13th-century Gothic church or follow in the footsteps of Joan of Arc before her captu...

Day 13 · Tue, Jun 22

End of Our Journey

Bid farewell to France and prepare for your journey home