NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES - ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS - NANTES
Discover Saint-Nazaire and see the Espadon submarine, the first French submarine to cross under ice. Escal'Atlantic takes you to the depths of the oceans during this experience. Have an unforgettable time either at the Puy du Fou or exploring majestic castles in the Loire. Top it all off with a street art tour in Angers. From its smallest to largest works created in an amazing variety of mediums, we'll jump into the eccentric landscape of the city's urban landscape.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.
In the morning, optional excursions:
- CLASSIC: tour of Saint Nazaire, a town on the sea
- FAMILLY : Escal'Atlantic and the Espadon submarine, only through reservation before your departure
In the evening, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: we'll board a local boat for a cruise on the Erdre River, one of the most beautiful in France.
This morning, join us for the optional excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Nantes and the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany.
FAMILY: Nantes, the Machines de l'Île(4), secret courtyards and covered passageways.
This afternoon, join us for the optional CLASSIC excursion proposed: The Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson, a charming medieval town.
We'll cruise towards Chalonnes-sur-Loire. Join us for the optional excursions proposed:
- CLASSIC: Guided tour of Angers, its historic districts and the famous Apocalypse tapestry(5).
- FAMILLY: Street art tour in Angers.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Join us on an offered full-day excursion:
- CLASSIC: Join us on an offered full-day excursion to discover the Castles of the Loire Valley.(6) Departure by coach towards the Château d’Azay-le-Rideau. Built on an island in the middle of the Indre River, the structure as it stands today was erected during the reign of Francis I by a wealthy financier, Gilles Berthelot, who sought to combine Italian innovations with French architectural art. Listed as a historic monument, the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau embodies all the refinement of an early French Renaissance château.
Continuation to Villandry for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a stroll through the gardens of the Château de Villandry: spread over three levels, they combine aesthetics, diversity, and harmony. Then, visit the Château de Villandry. Through its furniture, décor, and atmosphere, it stands as a living testament to French heritage. The estate of Villandry has evolved over the centuries. Acquired by Jean Le Breton, it transitioned from a medieval fortress to a residence enriched with Renaissance elements. In the 18th century, the Marquis de Castellane transformed it into a comfortable and luminous place, reflecting the art of living of the time. In the 19th century, it was saved by Joachim Carvallo and Ann Coleman, who restored it to its Renaissance state. Today, Henri Carvallo continues this legacy by combining preservation with the enhancement of the site.
OR join us on a full-day optional excursion:
- FAMILLY: Day trip to the Puy du Fou. More than just a theme park, the Puy du Fou is a series of spectacular shows with fantastic scenery and atypical pageantry recounting the thrilling adventures of the knights, soldiers, and war heroes who shaped France's history.
We'll return on board in Ancenis. Tonight's our gala dinner and evening. Our ship will start sailing towards Nantes.
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10:00 a.m. End of our services.
The cruise schedule may vary according to tides and arrival times at ports of call may be subject to change. For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.
(1) In the case of files containing multiple families, each family benefits from free admission for up to 2 children. Additional children will be charged at the prevailing rate.
Terms and conditions apply, subject to availability.
(2) Optional excursions.
(3) Subject to availability and favorable weather conditions.
(4) The Machines de l'Île are closed on Mondays, it will be replaced by the classic excursion.
(5) Site closed on January 1st, May 1st, November 1st and 11th, and December 25th.
(6) Excursions are included for adults from 17 years old and up.
Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.