Charter Cruise on the Seine River
Storybook harbors, Impressionist landmarks and legendary historic sites make for an unforgettable experience! Your family can celebrate French food, art, music, history and sites with mine on this chartered river cruise on the Seine, March 11-18, 2027.
As an added bonus, we will be joined by my friend and artist, Courtney Sanford of Delightful Art Co. You can have the option to get some painting tips while on board or en plein air at possible locations such as Monet's garden or the Eiffel Tower. If seeing the beauty in art inspires you (or your kids) to pick up a paintbrush, then you will not want to miss this opportunity!
Homeschooling? This trip will really enrich your students' study of art and history. And, BONUS, your high school students can even get college credit through Bryan College on this trip! Plus you will get to know other homeschooling families and make friendships that will last a lifetime. Travel was a huge part of my family's homeschool experience, and I can't wait to share that with you!
Highlights Include:
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Chateau Gaillard, fortress of Richard the Lionheart
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Honfleur, a town which inspired many Impressionist painters
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UNESCO town of Le Havre
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Normandy beaches
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Rouen, where Joan of Arc was martyred
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Bonnemare Castle
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Vernon
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Giverny, where Monet painted his famous Water Lilies
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Chateau de Malmaison
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Auvers-sur-Oise, where Van Gogh lived and painted for a time
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Cruise through Paris past Notre Dame, Musee D'Orsay and more.
The room rates include the following unless otherwise noted:
Accommodation during the cruise
All daily shore excursions during the cruise with English-speaking expert guides
All gourmet meals onboard (Early Riser Coffee and Croissants, a Rich Breakfast, a Festive Lunch, Afternoon Tea & Coffee with cake, cookies & sandwiches, and a Multi-Course-Dinner
Choice of dining options at no additional cost including the Main Dining Salon and an intimate Chef’s Table Restaurant where the Chef prepares the meal in person
Free flowing red and white wine from the local regions, beer, or soft drinks for lunch & dinner
Captain’s Welcome Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner and Captain’s Farewell Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner plus several theme-dinners
Complimentary cocktail hour offering a “Happy Hour Menu” on five evenings one hour before dinner (Captain’s Receptions on the other two evenings)
Coffee, tea, ice-water, and iced-tea are included all day. Cappuccino, latte, and espresso can be requested free of charge during all meals! Complimentary coffee & tea station 24/7
Bottled water, fluffy bathrobes and slippers are provided in each cabin
Complimentary use of fitness room and equipment
Complimentary daily wellness and fitness program with qualified fitness instructor
Complimentary use of the heated hot tub and walking track on the Sun Deck for total relaxation Complimentary use of the AMA bicycles and helmets in each port
Complimentary in-cabin movies
Unlimited Internet onboard – strictly subject to availability
Elevator on board operating between different deck levels (Please see ship fact sheet for details)
Nightly piano music; also, during Afternoon Tea & Coffee Time
Use of our Quietvox headsets is also included
Services of Ama Waterways' professional English-speaking Cruise Director
Port charges
Gratuities for the cruise director, crew members, local guides and drivers
**The prices do not include airport transfers, airline tickets or any alcohol other than what is listed above. Additional accommodations before and after the trip can be arranged, for an added cost - I am planning to book a block of rooms for those arriving a day early, for anyone who would like to stay with other families on the cruise and get to know each other before we embark.
All rooms hold two people, except for two of the B class rooms in the middle deck, which are single rooms. All upper and middle deck rooms have french balconies. Lower deck rooms have two fixed windows above the water line.
Room Costs
These are EARLY BIRD PRICES and will be increasing by $500 per room on May 27. Don't wait, reserve today!
Pricing is PER ROOM (not per person):
Upper Deck Suites have 225 sq ft
- cost is $9900 (normal cost is $16,650)
Upper Deck A rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $8270 (normal cost is $13,650)
Upper Deck B rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $8170 (normal cost is $13,450)
Upper Deck C rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $7970 (normal cost is $13,050)
Middle Deck B rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $8120
Middle Deck B single rooms have 140 sq ft
- cost is $4070
Middle Deck C rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $7920
Lower Deck D rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $6220 (normal cost is $9850)
Lower Deck E rooms have 170 sq ft
- cost is $6180 (normal cost is $9650)
You can see the deck plans here: https://www.amawaterways.com/ships/amalyra
How to join the trip:
To reserve a room, click Book Now above:
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Fill out the form for both people in the room
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Choose your room type preference from the remaining options
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Pay your deposit of $600 (+ credit card fees) with a credit card now
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Mail a check for half of the remaining balance within 14 days to:
Terra Tribe Travel
1027 S Pendleton St
Suite B # 206,
Easley, SC 29642
The non-refundable registration fee of $600 per room ($300 for the two single B rooms) is required when you submit your reservation information above. This money goes toward the total of what you owe (minus the credit card fees).
Check and Zelle payments are possible for the balance of the money owed.
The remaining balance will be due to me by September 1, 2026.
All fees paid are non refundable, as I have to pay the cruise company far in advance to secure a private charter and they do not refund any monies to me.
If the boat gets full I will accept a wait list. If you have to back out and I can fill your spot with people from the wait list, then I will be able to return your money. However if I cannot fill your spots, then I cannot refund any money.
Email me at julie.denton@fora.travel if you have any questions.