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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy
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NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES - ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS - NANTES
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.
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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- Cruise on board a paddle steamer
- EXCLUSIVE TO CROISIEUROPE the Loire from above(1)
- EXCURSIONS INCLUDED
- Full-day excursion to the castles of the Loire Valley: guided tours of the castles of Ussé, Azay-le-Rideau and the gardens of Villandry
- Wine-tasting in the cellars of the Brissac castle(3)
- Secret courtyards and covered passageways in Nantes
- The Saint-Nazaire shipyard, embodiment of French pride
- The wine route of the Muscadet through the vineyards of the Nantes region
All inclusive on board
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
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NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. The ship will sail towards Saint-Nazaire.
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SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES
This morning, join us for the CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: 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 book the excursion and gain access to the shipyard).
In the evening, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: we'll board a local boat for a cruise on the Erdre River, one of the most beautiful in France.
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NANTES - ANCENIS
This morning, join us for the excursions proposed :
CLASSIC : Guided tour of Nantes and the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany.
DISCOVERY: Nantes, the Machines de l'Île(2), secret courtyards and covered passageways.
This afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed :
CLASSIC : The Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson, a charming medieval town.
DISCOVERY: Helicopter ride(1), the Loire from above (this excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency).
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ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - Angers
We'll cruise towards Chalonnes-sur-Loire. Join us for the excursions proposed:
- CLASSIC: Guided tour of Angers, its historic districts and the famous Apocalypse tapestry(4).
- DISCOVERY: Tour of Brissac castle(3) and its cellars complete with a wine-tasting session.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
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CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS
Join us on a offered full-day excursion to 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.
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NANTES
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10:00 a.m. End of our services.
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- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
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Several ships available for this cruiseShore Excursions
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The cruise schedule may vary according to tides and arrival times at ports of call may be subject to change. For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.
(1) Subject to availability and favorable weather conditions.
(2) The Machines de l'Île are closed on Mondays, it will be replaced by the classic excursion.
(4) The Brissac castle is closed on Tuesdays, it will be replaced by the Serrant Castle.
(4) Site closed on January 1st, May 1st, November 1st and 11th, and December 25th.
Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.