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Transfer from the ship to Luxembourg with city tour and then on to Reims
2 nights hotel in Reims at La Caserne Chanzy Hotel (or similar) and 1 night hotel in Paris at Pullman Charles de Gaulle (or similar)
Day 10: Disembark in Luxembourg. En route to Paris, you will stop at the American Cemetery and Memorial, the final resting place of General George Patton. Later, you will enjoy a walking tour through Luxembourg before transferring to Reims, where you will check into your hotel. Afterwards, join a guided tour through the city of Reims. Known as the unofficial capital of Champagne, Reims is home to the 13th-century Gothic cathedral, Notre Dame de Reims, and many impressive wine cellars. (B)
Day 11: Explore the history behind the drink of celebration as you enjoy a scenic drive on the Route du Champagne. You will see some of the famous Champagne houses such as Epernay, Hautvillers and Champagne makers at the family-run Lemaire Estate and Moet et Chandon. (B)
Day 12: Check out of your hotel in Reims. En route, you will stop in the charming town of Compiègne. Use your free time here to marvel at the town’s beautiful 13th-century Gothic church or trace the footsteps of Joan of Arc before she was captured by the English in 1430. Next, explore the Château de Chantilly, a magnificent French castle renowned for its stunning architecture, extensive art collection and beautiful gardens. The property’s Grand Château, which was demolished during the French Revolution, was meticulously rebuilt in the 1870s by Henri d'Orléans, Duke of Aumale, who transformed it into a showcase for his vast collection of masterpieces and manuscripts. After your visit, check into your hotel in Chantilly. Your AmaWaterways journey concludes this evening with a delectable three-course dinner. (B,D)
Day 13: Bid au revoir as you prepare for your journey home.
Reims, France
AmaWaterways