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CroisiMag - June 2024
Fellow Cruisers,
This June, we're delighted to welcome you to another edition of CroisiMag!
So, sit back and relax as we take you on a journey through the world of travel and adventure.
Book early and take advantage of exceptional discount
on our 2025 departures!
Whether you're dreaming of sailing the Mediterranean Sea, exploring Europe's picturesque rivers, embarking on an adventure to distant horizons or celebrating the festive season in a different way, we're delighted to announce that our
EARLY BOOKING offers are now available!
Book early and take advantage of these discounts!
15% OFF per person(1)
if you book your 2025 European coastal or river cruise
by September 30th, 2024
8% OFF per person(1)
if you book your 2025 Mekong or Africa cruise
by September 30th, 2024
with the code: BOOKING2025
[NEW]
History and Countryside along the Seine River in Normandy
Discover the beauty and history of Normandy on a 5-day cruise along the Seine, exploring iconic sites such as Rouen, Honfleur, and Le Havre. Enjoy Normandy's stunning landscapes, immerse yourself in history with a visit to the D-Day landing beaches, and be charmed by the authenticity of medieval towns and picturesque coastlines.
Our first port of call is Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy, renowned for its rich architectural and cultural heritage. Must-see attractions include the majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, famously painted by Monet, the iconic Gros-Horloge, and the charming cobbled streets of Old Rouen, lined with half-timbered houses.
The Place du Vieux-Marché, where Joan of Arc was martyred, and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, with its impressive collections, further enrich the experience. With its Gothic churches, lively markets, and local gastronomy, Rouen offers a truly memorable experience.
Honfleur, the pearl of Normandy's Côte Fleurie region, will charm you with its picturesque old harbor, surrounded by half-timbered houses and restaurants. As you stroll through its cobbled streets, you'll discover the Church of Sainte-Catherine, the largest wooden church in France. The Eugène Boudin Museum, dedicated to the artist who pioneered Impressionism, and the Garden of Personalities, which pays tribute to the town's notable figures, are not to be missed. With its art galleries, craft stores, and delicious local cuisine, Honfleur offers an authentic and unforgettable tourist experience.
Le Havre, a dynamic port city in Normandy, will captivate you with its modern architecture and maritime atmosphere. Rebuilt by Auguste Perret after World War II, the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don't miss the Saint-Joseph Church with its unique lantern tower, and the André Malraux Museum of Modern Art, home to a vast collection of Impressionist works.
Stroll along the Docks Vauban, a lively shopping and leisure area, and enjoy the urban beach. With its architectural heritage, museums, and green spaces, Le Havre offers a unique and contemporary tourist experience.
This year commemorates the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, a pivotal moment in the liberation of Western Europe from German occupation. The D-Day beaches in Normandy host several profoundly significant sites. They etched history on June 6, 1944, and have since become a symbol of freedom.
These remarkable sites welcome visitors year-round. During this cruise, you'll have the chance to revisit the pivotal events of the Second World War through museums and relics commemorating these historic events in Normandy.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CRUISE:
- Medieval Rouen and the Ossuary of Saint-Maclou
- The Côte Fleurie, a quintessential must
- Honfleur, the cradle of Impressionism
- Le Havre, a modern masterpiece
- The landing beaches
ROUEN - HONFLEUR - LE HAVRE - ROUEN
5-Day Cruise | Reference: ROH_PP
2024 Departures: July 28th, 29th & August 1st & 8th
[EXCLUSIVE]
Fireworks along the water
This summer, don't miss your chance to enjoy a magical fireworks display from the boats in our fleet!
Experience the July 14th ceremony from the Seine!
The quays of the Seine in Paris
New this year, we're offering you the chance to watch the festivities of Bastille Day, France's national holiday, from the Seine aboard one of our boats.
"Paris never ceases to amaze us. Just when we think we know it, another surprise is waiting for us around the corner."
Embark on a 4-day cruise to discover the French capital-eternal and romantic, unusual, creative, and modern. (Re)discover this city of sumptuous architectural and cultural heritage. Enjoy a sparkling spectacle on your first night on board, where you'll have a front-row seat to the July 14th fireworks from the sun deck.
PARIS - ITS LEGENDARY SITES - OLD MONTMARTRE
4-Day Cruise - Reference: PAB_PP
From July 14th to 17th, 2024
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Le Havre Beaches
As you embark on this cruise from Paris to Honfleur, you'll have the opportunity to watch the fireworks in Le Havre, traditionally launched from the beach. Depart from Paris for a 5-day cruise along the Seine Valley, exploring its rich heritage and fascinating history.
PARIS - POISSY - MANTES-LA-JOLIE - HONFLEUR - ROUEN - PARIS
5-Day Cruise - Reference: SEN_PP
From July 12th to 16th, 2024
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The Rhine in Flames
The Rhine will once again be set ablaze for a sparkling and unique spectacle! To experience this adventure from the front row, we're offering you an exclusive cruise to the heart of this world-famous event, taking place in August 2024. Due to the popularity of these cruises, we've added extra dates!
Take advantage of the last cabins available!
Every summer, the Romantic Rhine Valley, from Bonn to Rüdesheim, becomes the scene of spectacular and dazzling fireworks displays, an enchantment that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Rhine in Flames. Embark on a magical cruise along the Rhine and its tributaries-the Neckar, Moselle, and Main. A host of lighting effects enhances the landscapes, monuments, hills, and castles along the banks of the Romantic Rhine. This event brings together the inhabitants of the villages and surrounding areas for popular festivals, wine festivals, and festive guinguettes. To crown the natural spectacle that unfolds before your eyes, fireworks will light up the sky, painting it in a thousand colors.
The sparkling reflections cast into the waters of the Rhine create a captivating, surreal, and majestic atmosphere. From the sun deck, you'll have a front-row seat to admire the cascade of sparks that enlivens the magical light show, offering one of the best vantage points to witness this enchantment.
STRASBOURG - RUDESHEIM - KOBLENZ - RUDESHEIM - MANNHEIM - STRASBOURG
5-Day Cruise - Reference: RFL_PP
From July 4th to 8th, 2024
Last cabins available!
STRASBOURG - BOPPARD - KOBLENZ - RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM - STRASBOURG
5-Day Cruise - Reference: CFL_PP
From August 9th to 13th, 2024
15% OFF per person
[NEW DEPARTURE DATES]
From the Heart of Alsace to Summits in the Swiss Alps
Following the success of our new summer itinerary, we've added three new departures in autumn, a season when the destination is decked out in a thousand colors, offering breathtaking scenery!
Discover or rediscover this exclusive novelty!
Discover the cultural, architectural, and natural treasures of Alsace and the Swiss Alps!
We invite you to join us for an unforgettable getaway experience that combines a boat trip from Strasbourg to Basel with a train ride from Lauterbrunnen to the summit of the Jungfrau! This cruise includes a complimentary escape to the vast open spaces of the Jungfrau aboard Europe's highest cogwheel train!
On this trip, immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Strasbourg, with its canals and cathedral. Explore the charming streets of Colmar and soak up the vibrant art at the Hansi Museum. After immersing yourself in the heart of Alsace, marvel at the magnificent high-mountain spectacle of ice, snow, and rock on an excursion to the Jungfraujoch. Experience breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks and sparkling glaciers, with 365 days of guaranteed snow and ice!
This cruise includes a complimentary journey to the expansive vistas of the Jungfrau aboard Europe's highest cogwheel railway!
From the Lauterbrunnen Valley, nestled in one of the most impressive Alpine valleys, to the summit of the Jungfrau, you'll discover a wealth of fascinating natural treasures: landscapes, cliffs, waterfalls, typical Swiss houses, and other wonders. The train then descends to Grindelwald at an altitude of 1,000 meters for one last breathtaking panorama before returning to Basel.
Join us for a unique experience where culture, history, and nature converge to create unforgettable memories, and where every day is filled with wonder and adventure.
STRASBOURG - BREISACH - Colmar - BASEL - Jungfraujoch - BASEL - STRASBOURG
5-Day Cruise | Reference: JUF_PP
2024 Departures: July 31st and August 13th & 15th
[HEARTWARMING CRUISE]
The Elbe and Its Hidden Gems
As the only river cruise line docking in Prague, we present you with an exclusive program to uncover the hidden treasures of Bohemia!
Located in Central Europe and renowned for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and extensive history, Bohemia is a region that has long inspired artists, writers, and musicians. It is famed for its medieval castles, picturesque towns, rolling countryside, and therapeutic thermal waters.
Embark on a cruise away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life aboard the MS Elbe Princesse II, a distinctive paddlewheel vessel that navigates the Elbe and Moldau rivers, unveiling breathtakingly bucolic and wild landscapes.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CRUISE:
- Discover the hidden treasures of Bohemia: explore authentic Bohemian towns and castles owned by great aristocratic families.
- Prague, the Golden City
- Dresden, the "Florence of the Elbe" and its Royal Palace
- Bohemian castles: Konopiste, former hunting residence of the Habsburgs and Nelahozeves
PRAGUE - SLAPY - STECHOVICE - PRAGUE - MELNIK - Dresden - PRAGUE
7-Day Cruise | Reference: PGP_PP
Take advantage of our exceptional discounts in July and August 2024
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The Cruise in pictures
Discover or rediscover this exclusive itinerary and the boat that will take you along this emblematic river!
The Elbe Princess II and paddlewheel technology
Exclusively designed for CroisiEurope, the MS Elbe Princesse II's distinctive feature on the wild Elbe River is its paddlewheels, allowing it to navigate shallow rivers with a shallow draught.
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