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Grand Circle Cruise Line® the Leader in River Cruising Worldwide 1 Grand Circle Cruise Line ® 347 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210 GCCL TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE The Seine: Paris to Normandy 2021 Learn how to personalize your experience on this vacation Grand Circle Cruise Line® The Leader in River Cruising Worldwide 1 Grand Circle Cruise Line ® 347 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210 Dear Traveler, At last, the world is opening up again for curious travel lovers like you and me. Soon, you’ll once again be discovering the places you’ve dreamed of. In the meantime, the enclosed Grand Circle Cruise Line Travel Planning Guide should help you keep those dreams vividly alive. Before you start dreaming, please let me reassure you that your health and safety is our number one priority. As such, we’re requiring that all Grand Circle Cruise Line travelers, ship crew, Program Directors, and coach drivers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days prior to departure. Our new, updated health and safety protocols are described inside. The journey you’ve expressed interest in, The Seine: Paris to Normandy River Cruise Tour, will be an excellent way to resume your discoveries. It takes you into the true heart of France, thanks to our groups of 38-45 travelers. Plus, our French Program Director will reveal their country’s secret treasures as only an insider can. You can also rely on the seasoned team at our regional office in Lyon, who are ready to help 24/7 in case any unexpected circumstances arise. Throughout your explorations, you’ll meet local people and gain an intimate understanding of the regional culture. Enjoy a sweet treat and a morning of lively conversation about life in rural France when you join a family for a Home-Hosted Visit near Rouen; and as you cruise the Seine, you’ll be joined onboard by local experts for personal demonstrations of French cooking, baking, and wine- tasting, for in-depth introductions to these quintessentially French traditions. Plus, a portion of our proceeds goes toward the charitable efforts of Grand Circle Foundation: inside you’ll also see how your travel dollar helps make the world a better place. We understand that no two people are the same. That’s why more than 80% of our travelers take advantage of the freedom to personalize their experience. Join the 55% of travelers who extend their time abroad. Add the pre-trip extension to Paris, France or Loire Valley, France, post-trip extension to Brittany & Mont St. Michel, France or London, England, or a combination of these extensions to your French vacation. I hope you find this Grand Circle Travel Planning Guide helpful. If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to contact one of our Travel Counselors at 1-800-221-2610. Warm regards, Harriet R. Lewis Vice Chairman Overseas Adventure Travel P.S. For further peace of mind, please know that we are EXTENDING our Risk-Free Booking Policy through 12/31/21. Learn more at www.gct.com/riskfree-booking. 2 WHAT’S INSIDE TRIP SUMMARY It’s Included . 4 Departure Dates and Prices . 5 Deck Plans. 6 Freedom to Personalize Your Experience . 8 DETAILED DAY-TO-DAY ITINERARY . .9 ESSENTIAL TRAVEL INFORMATION . 41 Travel Documents & Entry Requirements . 43 Rigors, Vaccines & General Health . 45 Money Matters: Local Currency & Tipping Guidelines . 48 Air, Optional Tours & Staying in Touch . 53 Packing: What to Bring & Luggage Limits . 57 Climate & Average Temperatures . 63 Aboard Your Ship: Cabin Features, Dining & Services . 66 About Your Destinations: Culture, Etiquette & More. 71 Demographics & History . 84 Resources: Suggested Reading & Movies . 90 Health & Safety Measures – Vaccines Required . 94 MAP . 95 3 The Seine: Paris to Normandy France: Paris, Conflans, Vernon, Giverny, Les Andelys, Rouen, Honfleur, Normandy beaches Countries: 1 | Cities: 8 | 10 Nights Aboard Our Privately Owned 120-Passenger M/S Bizet M/S Bizet, Les Andelys, France Experience the elegance of the Seine, from Gothic cathedrals and medieval fortifications to fine French cuisine $ IT’S INCLUDED 13 days from 3395 Including international airfare International airfare, airport transfers, government taxes, fees, and airline from New York or Newark fuel surcharges, unless you choose to make your own air arrangements Travel from only $262 per day Accommodations for 10 nights aboard the M/S Bizet with wireless Internet access in all common areas and cabins, and 1 night at the Novotel Convention & Wellness Roissy CDG or similar 12 days from $2495 River Cruise Tour only 30 meals: 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners—including 1 meal in a local restaurant—plus all onboard house beer, wine, and soft drinks Travel from only $208 per day 8 included tours with personal headsets and 5 Exclusive Discovery Series events—French language lesson • Impressionists conversation • Home- Single Supplement: $ 595 Hosted Visit • Cooking demonstration • French cheese tasting MAXIMIZE YOUR Local Program Directors, a Grand Circle Cruise Line exclusive: Our DISCOVERIES & VALUE dedicated experts are with you and your group of 38-45 travelers from beginning to end to provide an insider’s knowledge and perspective OPTIONAL EXTENSION S Gratuities for local guides and motorcoach drivers all with FREE Single Supplements All port charges Paris, France Baggage handling for 1 piece of luggage per person, including tips 3 nights pre-trip from $745 Loire Valley, France 5% Frequent Traveler Credit toward your next trip 4 nights pre-trip from $995 Brittany & Mont St. Michel, France 4 nights post-trip from $995 To get a richer view of the Included Features on this trip, London, England watch our Trip Itinerary video at www.gct.com/sen2021 4 nights post-trip from $995 The Seine: Paris to Normandy 4 THE SEINE: PARIS TO NORMANDY RISK-FREE BOOKING POLICY: RESERVE WITH CONFIDENCE—NOW THROUGH 12/31/21 2021 DATES & PRICES We will waive any change fees if you transfer to another departure date for any reason—up until 24 hours prior to departure. To calculate your trip price with airfare, add deck price to air add-ons below. See details at www.gct.com/riskfree-booking. JULY; AUG 4, AUG 24; APR 17, MAY 16, 15; OCT OCT 3, CABIN CATEGORY APR 6 26 MAY 7 27 JUNE 23 14 SEPTEMBER NOV 3 NOV 12 A Soprano Deck $4095 $4395 $5095 $5195 $4695 $4195 $4395 $5395 $3295 $3095 B(Top Deck w/balcony) $3895 $4195 $4895 $4995 $4495 $3995 $4195 $5195 $3095 $2895 C Alto Deck $3695 $3995 $4695 $4795 $4295 $3795 $3995 $4995 $2895 $2695 D(Lower Deck w/window) $3295 $3595 $4295 $4395 $3895 $3495 $3695 $4595 $2695 $2495 APRIL; MAY 7; SEPTEMBER- AIR ADD-ONS NOVEMBER MAY 16, 27; JUNE-AUGUST New York, Newark $900 $1100 Baltimore, Boston $1000 $1200 Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Miami, Portland, $1100 $1300 Washington, DC Los Angeles, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa $1200 $1400 Dallas, Denver, Minneapolis, Orlando, Phoenix $1300 $1500 Additional departure cities are available. Upgrade to Business Class may be available for the international portion of your flight. Call for details. SEN2021 Prices are per person. Airfare prices include government taxes, fees, and airline fuel surcharges. Standard Terms & Conditions apply, please visit our website: www.gct.com/tc. Every effort has been made to produce this information accurately. We reserve the right to correct errors. Low-cost Single Supplement is $595 on your main trip & FREE on all extensions. For specific departure dates, current availability, and detailed pricing, visit www.gct.com/sen2021pricing SAVE UP TO 10% WITH OUR GOOD BUY PLAN SHARE YOUR LOVE OF TRAVEL The earlier you reserve your departure and pay in full, the more New travelers you refer will instantly save $100, and you’ll earn you’ll save—up to 10%—plus, you’ll lock in your price. increasing rewards—up to a FREE trip! For details, visit www.gct.com/gbd For details, visit www.gct.com/va Publication Date 1/7/21 1-800-221-2610 • www.gct.com/sen2021 5 Your Seine river ship Sail aboard our privately owned 120-passenger M/S Bizet Designed specifically for traversing the Seine River, the M/S Bizet provides a relaxing and comfortable cruising experience between Paris and Honfleur. This ship carries three groups of up to 38-45 American travelers, each accompanied by a dedicated local Program Director. Shipboard Features • Dining room with single, open seating: Enjoy fine • Sun Deck: Sit outside and enjoy the view as your ship cuisine in your ship’s dining room. navigates the Seine’s gently winding waters. • Bar & lounge: Relax with friends old and new. • English-speaking crew: Our crew is dedicated to your comfort, and all shipboard announcements are made • Complimentary beverages: Enjoy house beer and in English. house wine—as well as soft drinks—at any time of day while onboard. • Smoking/non-smoking: Smoking is not permitted indoors, but is permitted on the Sun Deck. • Complimentary wireless Internet access: Connect online in cabins and common areas. Please note: Wireless • Shipboard security: State-of-the-art, shipboard radar Internet access may be limited at certain points throughout ensures safe navigation and night and in low visibility; your River Cruise. safe docking space; onboard security staff; state-of- the-art fire safety system; and secured entryway doors. 6 M/S BIZET RESTAURANT BAR LOUNGE E RECEPTION LIBRARY SOPRANO DECK E ALTO DECK Registry: Malta International crew: 33 Number of cabins: CABIN CATEGORIES Size: 366x38 ft Entered service: 2002 60—all outside A B C D Passenger Decks: 3 Elevator: Yes capacity: 120 CABIN FEATURES • Outside cabins with a river view • Cabin sizes are approximately 160-sq.-ft. Soprano Deck cabins include a private 16-sq.-ft. balcony with table and chairs • Two stationary twin beds converted to sofas each day, and back to beds each evening • All cabins have a wardrobe and a drawer, and luggage storage space under the beds • Private bath with shower, hair dryer, shampoo, and soap • Individual heating & air conditioning controls • Flat-screen color TV & radio, including CNN, movies, and a “view from the bow” camera looking from the front of your ship • Direct-dial telephone; emergency call buttons • In-room safe Admire the scenery along the Seine from your comfortable • All non-smoking cabins cabin.
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