ANACOLUTHE, a comfortable 50 passenger first class river barge, cruises in and around Paris and through Normandy in France.

The first class ANACOLUTHE takes 50 passengers in style on the River Seine. From Normandy through the heart of Paris to the medieval village loved by the Impressionists, this cruise takes in some of the important sights of France.

Cruise Highlights


Complimentary wines are served with lunch and dinner. Bar drinks are not included.

  • Who said that “a day without wine is like a day without sunshine?”– The complimentary wines that accompany both lunch and dinner are carefully selected from the vast choice of quality French vineyards.
  • You will enjoy 22 different wines during the week on board. Your well chosen wines are served at dinner in a relaxed atmosphere. They will compliment the meal and bring about a feeling of well being and contentment which will linger as the evening unfolds and you sit and chat with friends, old and new.
  • It does not get any better than this.

 

 

Highlights of a
Week in Normandy

 

  • Cruising on the River Seine right through the heart of Paris
  • Rouen of Jean d'Arc fame and the heart of Normandy
  • Monet's gardens at Giverny
  • The opulent chateau Vaux-le-Vicomte
  • Moret-sur-Loing, the medieval village favored by the Impressionists
  • Josephine's favorite residence at Chateau de Malmaison

Eat well, rest well and even exercise well on board Anacoluthe

 

Itinerary

Anacoluthe in Normany

SATURDAY
Meet at 3:00 pm at Hotel Régina in Paris for motor coach transfer to 'Anacoluthe,' moored in Rouen. After a champagne welcome, there is time for a stroll in town before dinner on board.

SUNDAY
After a morning walking tour of Rouen's medieval center, there is time to browse in the shops before cruising upstream to Poses for overnight mooring.

MONDAY
Cruise to the little town of les Andelys, set alongside the ruins of Château Gaillard. After a delicious brunch on board 'Anacoluthe,' visit the charming city of Honfleur with its picturesque streets and harbor front.

TUESDAY
This morning's excursion is to Monet's house and gardens at Giverny. It was here that the renowned Impressionist artist lived and worked for more than 40 years. After lunch, cruise to the lovely riverside town of Chatou on the outer fringes of Paris.

WEDNESDAY
Cruise to Rueil-Malmaison to visit Château de Malmaison. Purchased for Josephine by Napoleon in 1799, it was the Empress' favorite residence. Later, there is time to shop in Rueil's exclusive boutiques before an unforgettable nighttime cruise through the heart of Paris.

THURSDAY
After a morning cruise to Melun, visit Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, a magnificent 17th-century castle with exquisite gardens. Then continue cruising to St-Mammès for an excursion to nearby Moret-sur-Loing, a charming medieval town that inspired the canvases of landscape artist Alfred Sisley. Return to 'Anacoluthe' for a gala farewell dinner this evening.

FRIDAY
After breakfast, return to Hotel Régina in Paris where your tour ends.

Note: This route is run in reverse on alternate weeks and is subject to change at any time.

'ANACOLUTHE' IN PICARDY
On departures from Mar 08 through May 17 and Oct 11 through Nov 08, 'Anacoluthe' cruises an equally interesting route in Picardy between St-Mammès and Compiègne. Contact us for details.

Floor Plan

Anacoluthe has 3 decks of living space, an observation deck on top, community rooms mid level and 25 cabins on the lower level 
Anacoluthe is a comfortable river cruiser with 25 cabins and lots of living space
including an observation deck and jacuzzi tub on the bow.

This is a super barge cruise for individuals, charters and even business meetings.