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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy (port-to-port cruise)

NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - ANCENIS - ANGERS - 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. 

Trip code : NDN_PP2

Duration : 4 days

Destination :

Travel Dates :2023

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

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • EXCLUSIVE TO CROISIEUROPE the Loire from above(2-3)
  • 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)
  • The Saint-Nazaire(3) shipyard, embodiment of French pride
  • The wine route of the Muscadet(3) through the vineyards of the Nantes region
  • Cruise on board a paddle steamer

Passengers are welcome to board our ship.

In the afternoon, take part in our optional excursion for both packages : 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 gain access to the shipyard). We'll return on board in Saint-Nazaire. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

 

We'll spend this morning cruising towards Ancenis. In the afternoon, join us for the optional excursions proposed:
CLASSIC : The Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson, a charming medieval town.
DISCOVERY: Helicopter ride(2), the Loire from above (this excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency).

We'll cruise towards Bouchemaine. Join us for the optional excursions proposed :
CLASSIC : Guided tour of Angers, its historic districts and the famous Apocalypse tapestry(4).
DISCOVERY: Tour of Brissac castle and its cellars complete with a wine-tasting session*.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Join us on a full-day included excursion for both packages 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.

DAY 5

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10:00 a.m. End of our services.

FAQ & Travel Blog

Your cruise with all meals from lunch the first day to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

CLASSIC
CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2022

Included in tour packageGuided tour of Saint NazaireThe Muscadet Region

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 317 AUD

On-board : 369 AUD

DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2022

Included in tour packageGuided tour of Saint NazaireHelicopter ride: the Loire from above

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 432 AUD

On-board : 534 AUD

CLASSIC
CLASSIC EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2023

Included in tour packageGuided tour of Saint NazaireThe Muscadet Region

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 219 AUD

On-board : 257 AUD

DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY EXCURSIONS PACKAGE - 2023

Included in tour packageGuided tour of Saint NazaireHelicopter ride: the Loire from above

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 387 AUD

On-board : 454 AUD

1 TRIPS OF DAY
PM
Helicopter ride: the Loire from above- 2023

We’ll take you to the airport in Ancenis. Upon your arrival, you’ll meet your pilot and head out for a helicopter tour of the Loire. You’ll enjoy a bird's-eye view of breathtakin

DURATION hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 284 AUD

On-board : 315 AUD

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1 TRIPS OF DAY
AM
Guided tour of Saint Nazaire- 2023

We'll begin our visit with the Escal'Atlantic, which ingeniously retraces the history of Norman and French ocean liners through a unique experience. Then we'll continue on to the Saint-Naz

DURATION hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 124 AUD

On-board : 138 AUD

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1 TRIPS OF DAY
Chateau de Brissac- 2023

We'll leave by coach for a visit to the Château de Brissac, located about nine miles from the city of Angers.Known as the tallest royal residence in France, it contains 204 rooms, monumental

DURATION 04:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 124 AUD

On-board : 138 AUD

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1 TRIPS OF DAY
PM
The Muscadet Region- 2023

We'll pass through several villages that are testimony to the strong winegrowing identity in the region. We'll travel to La Chapelle Heulin and stop at the Château Cassemichère (o

DURATION hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 107 AUD

On-board : 119 AUD

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1 TRIPS OF DAY
DAY
The Loire Valley Châteaux- 2023

We'll leave by coach for the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau. Built on a small island in the middle of the Indre River, the château as it is seen today was built under Francis I by Gilles

DURATION 11:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 0 AUD

On-board : 362 AUD

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1 TRIPS OF DAY
PM
Guided tour of Angers- 2023

Angers was the capital of the historical Anjou province and is distinguished not only by its legacy, but also by its modern nature. Angers, particularly rich during the Renaissance, was home to the Ho

DURATION 04:00 hours

PRICE PER PERSON

Pre-paid : 102 AUD

On-board : 112 AUD

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