Rouen is a city which has stirred the souls of many great writers and inspired numerous painters in the past; it is situated on the north bank of the River Seine and has been capital of Normandy since the beginning of the Christian era.
Your coach will take you from the quayside to the historic centre of Rouen, where you start a guided walking tour of the old city along narrow streets lined with more than 700 medieval timber-framed houses. The city contains a wealth of beautiful churches, towers, fountains and houses from its historic past, and its charming medieval and Renaissance centre around the Cathedral has been restored and is open to pedestrians only.
You will view the magnificent Gothic façade of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, one of the greatest shrines in all France. See the Gothic Church of Saint Maclou, with its magnificent porch and twin doors with fine carvings of biblical scenes. Nearby is the Palais de Justice (law-courts) and the city’s busy commercial centre, Rue du Gros-Horloge, lined with timber-framed old houses and a fine Renaissance arched clock-tower. The gilded clock face shows phases of the moon and the day of the week as well as the time. Old and new Rouen come together in the Place du Vieux-Marché, the market-place, and the imposing modern church dedicated to St. Joan of Arc, patron Saint of France. Close by is the spot where she was burned at the stake as a witch and a heretic in 1431.
After your guided walk, there will be approximately 60-minutes of free time for you to explore this delightful city independently. 

By coach/on foot. Min 35.
Please note: This tour involves approximately 1¼ hours of guided walking/standing, mostly over cobblestoned streets. Walking during free time is at guests’ discretion. Flat, comfortable footwear is essential. Shopping is limited on Sundays. If open for visitors and time permits, an inside visit to the Cathedral and/or Church of Saint Maclou might be made.

You drive through Honfleur and follow the coast road along the ‘Côte Fleurie’ to reach Deauville, a fashionable resort of wide, tree-lined avenues and chic restaurants and boutiques. On arrival at the parking area you will take a short walk with your guide to one of the characteristic features of this delightful seaside town - ‘les planches’, the boardwalk created in 1923 along the sea front which allowed the ladies to enjoy the beach without dirtying their dresses. Lined by elegant buildings, it runs the length of the beach and is now an area where celebrities like to meet and enjoy being seen. There will be approximately 30-minutes free time for you to explore Deauville independently. Between the famous casino and ‘les planches’, you will see the Centre International de Deauville, a remarkable ensemble of suspended gardens, fountains and transparent façades. Deauville is sometimes known as the ‘lady of the French coast’, and it was a very stylish lady, Coco Chanel, who both launched her own career and helped give Deauville status as an upmarket seaside town when she opened a boutique selling her distinctive hats to the ladies of Edwardian society. It is also considered the birthplace of the Impressionist and Romantic art movements. With its lavish yachting marina, horse racing, thriving nightlife and casino an inspiration for Ian Fleming’s ‘Casino Royale’, Deauville maintains its reputation as a playground of the European élite, a status it has enjoyed since Napoleon III’s half-brother came here in the mid-19th century.
You then transfer to Honfleur where the best way to explore is on foot during a guided walk. You will see the Governor’s House, ‘La Lieutenance’, the ancient gateway to the town, as well as the 17th century Old Dock and nearby a remarkable monument to this fishing town’s seafaring traditions - the wooden St. Catherine’s Church (Église Sainte-Catherine), built by naval craftsmen and whose vaulted roof resembles a ship’s upturned hull. There will be some free time to discover craft and souvenir shops and local artists’ galleries. At the end of the tour you may either return to the ship by coach or, if you prefer, stay in town and make your own way back to the port using the shuttle service.

By coach/on foot. Min 35.
Please note: This tour involves approximately 30-minutes of walking/standing in Deauville followed by free time and approximately 1 hour of guided walking/standing in Honfleur, some of which is over cobblestones, followed by free time. Flat, comfortable footwear is recommended. Shopping in Deauville is limited when the tour operates early in the morning, on Mondays out of the main tourist season and on Sundays.
 

Normandy is the land of picturesque half-timbered houses, lush green pastures and apple orchards, a land of rich culinary tradition based on its fine local products: butter, cream, world-famous cheeses and of course apples from which are made the brandy ‘Calvados’, the apéritif ‘Pommeau’ and delicious cider.
You leave Honfleur and drive along the Côte Fleurie to Deauville where there will be some free time to explore this fashionable resort of wide, tree-lined avenues and chic restaurants and boutiques. One of the characteristic features of this delightful seaside town is ‘les planches’, the boardwalk lined by elegant buildings which runs the length of the beach. Between the famous casino and les planches, you will see the Centre International de Deauville, a remarkable ensemble of suspended gardens, fountains and transparent façades. This area is a popular rendezvous for celebrities who like to meet and enjoy being seen in trendy venues such as the Bar du Soleil.
Leaving Deauville you drive through the Normandy countryside to the Busnel and Anée Distillery, located in the village of Cormeilles. Enjoy a guided tour of the site, starting with the small Museum where you will discover the whole process before a short film is shown retracing the fascinating Busnel Calvados history. Your guide will then take you through the yard of the Distillery surrounded by half-timbered cellars and you will view the Charante-still, which is still used today for the yearly Calvados production. See the bottling room and the aging cellars and learn about the different fabrication and distilling processes between cider and calvados and the secrets of the Cellar Master. At the end of your visit you will enjoy a special tasting of the renowned distillery products including Calvados, Pommeau and Crème de Calvados served together with delicious Normandy cheeses; Camembert; Pont Leveque; and Livarot along with classic French bread and butter and cider jelly.

By coach/on foot. Min 35/Max 90.
Please note: The drive to Deauville will take approximately 45-minutes and the drive to Cormeilles approximately 30-minutes. The return journey will take approximately 30-minutes. This tour involves approximately 2 hours of walking/standing and flat, comfortable footwear is recommended. Alcohol will not be served to guests under the age of 18. Proof of age may be required. Shopping in Deauville is limited when the tour operates early in the morning, on Mondays out of the main tourist season and on Sundays. The tour may operate in a different order.

Enjoy the magic of Bruges at Christmas with a guided walking tour followed by some free time to explore this Christmas market wonderland.
Your guide will lead you through the medieval city of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage site into the city centre. Pass the Market Place with its merchant guild houses, the Belfry Tower, Town Hall and Gothic-style Chapel of the Holy Blood (exterior views only).
Meander through the cobblestone streets passing quaint shops selling beautiful Christmas decorations, chocolate shops with enticing window displays and local cafes selling Belgium's famous hot chocolate and waffles.
After your guided walking tour, why not visit the Christmas Markets, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride or simply soak up the atmosphere in one of Europe’s most charming Christmas markets.
Re-join your guide who will lead you to the romantic ‘Lake of Love’ to board your coach for the journey back to the ship.

By coach/on foot. Min 40/Max 180.
Please note: The drive to Bruges will take approximately 30 minutes each way. The walk to/from the coach park will take approximately 15-20 minutes. The guided walking tour is approximately 1½ hours. Lunch or refreshments are not included in this tour to allow you maximum flexibility during your free time. Euros will be required for purchases. The terrain is mainly over cobblestones, therefore we recommend comfortable walking shoes. Please ensure that you are suitably attired for the weather conditions on the day.

Brussels comes alive with the winter wonders that line the streets of this beautiful city during the month of December.
On arrival your guide will lead you to the main Christmas Markets and give you some great tips on how to make the most out of your time in Brussels, your time is then free to do with as you please.         
Around 220 wooden Christmas chalets cover 1½ miles of the city’s centre selling beautiful Christmas decorations, delicious seasonal food and superb Christmas gifts. Discover the traditional Christmas tree at the Grote market or perhaps the 48-metre-high giant wheel that is overlooking the Christmas market at the Vismarkt.
After your free time, you will meet up with your guide for the walk back to your coach and the return drive to Zeebrugge.

By coach/on foot. Min 40.
Please note: The drive to Brussels is approximately 1¾ - 2¼ hours each way, depending on traffic. The walk to/from the coach park will take approximately 25-30 minutes. Lunch or refreshments are not included in this tour to allow you maximum flexibility during your free time. Euros will be required for purchases. The terrain is mainly cobblestones, therefore we recommend comfortable walking shoes. Please ensure that you are suitably attired for the weather conditions on the day.