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2026 Ariel Quintana France Concert Tour River Cruise
Paris & Normandy
Bienvenue, dear Singers, Family & Friends.
Welcome to your tour page and soon “La vie en rose”. Experience Paris, the “City of Lights” your way, but let us also take you along the Seine River to charming French cities and villages along the roads less traveled: Rouen, Vernon & Giverny, Caudebec & La Roche-Guyon.
Don’t just visit stunning French cathedrals and châteaus, but sing in magnificent, prime venues under the artistic direction of Dr. Ariel Quintana. Welcoming locals, tasty food and wine, fascinating monuments, and that uniquely French “je ne sais quoi” await you on this one-of-a-kind concert tour by river cruise.
Ariel Quintana Singers France Itinerary 2026
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Saturday April 11/Sunday April 12
Paris Arrival + Sightseeing
Embarkation is from 4 pm onwards at Port Grenelle in Paris.
If you’re arriving earlier, please let our team know by emailing hello@inside-europe.com so we can arrange a time for you to drop off your belongings.Detailed activities will be shared once all performances are confirmed.
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Monday, April 13
Via Vernon (Giverny) to Caudebec
Your ship will depart Paris Sunday night, ensuring you’ll arrive in Vernon in time for a confirmed afternoon visit to Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny at 3 pm.
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Tuesday, April 14
Caudebec-en-Caux for Landing Beach Excursions & Concert
The Ms Wyadelich will be docked in the charming village of Caudebec-en-Caux today for the optional excursion to the Normandy Landing Beaches and a concert in the evening.
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Wednesday, April 15
Rouen & Les Andelys
The morning will be spent in Rouen, followed by scenic cruising to Les Andelys and time there — for exploring, a local specialty tasting, and likely, another concert.
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Thursday, April 16
Paris Finale
Today’s a full day in Paris — with a visit to Notre-Dame Cathedral in the morning and the finale concert with Ensemble Berlioz this evening, followed by a night cruise through the City of Lights.
A farewell dinner is also scheduled for tonight.
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Friday, April 17
Disembarkation in Paris
Travelers can depart the MS Waydelich at any time from Port Grenelle today until 9 a.m., when it’s time to officially disembark. If you need assistance with airport transfers, the crew is happy to arrange those for you.
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Experience your Paris (or Emily’s)
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Insider Access to Concert Venues
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Incredible eats and drinks
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One-of-a-kind French experiences
Meet the MS Waydelich
Take a look at the MS Waydelich, your floating home away from home aka hotel, your white-table-cloth gourmet restaurant (for breakfast, lunch and dinner), the delicious food awaiting you, plus a look in the cabins. The majority of these photos are candids taken by our team.
What’s traveling to France like with Inside Europe?
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Bonjour, Paris!
Every morning’s a great one when you’re on vacation in France — with café au lait ☕️ and croissants 🥐 , bien sûr. See what’s on your French bucket list and then some. We can’t wait to share favorite places in the world’s number #1 travel destination that’s been one of our favorites or decades, too. destination. With Inside Europe you don’t just see major sights in the City of Lights, but you’ll also explore local neighborhoods. How about a romantic date with THE view? See spectacular sites close-up and without the crowds. We’ll open doors to hidden gems and dish up delicious French food and drinks. Each new day brings you closer to what Paris and France’s all about as you travel like a local with the locals. P.S. Guess where your river cruise is docked? Near the iconic Eiffel Tower. You’ll see it from the panorama deck, but also get close-up during your exclusive Paris by night lights tour.
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Bon Appétit, Chers Amis
Mais oui, French cuisine’s absolument délicieux! Who doesn’t love ❤️ to indulge while visiting France: Your floating hotel is also where delicious French meals are served for breakfast, lunch and dinner. France offers a never ending kaleidoscope of delicious food and drinks. Local specialties change from one charming region, sometimes even village, to the next. We are huge foodies at Inside Europe and oh the stories our hips can tell: of freshly baked crispy baguettes, never-ending cheese tastings and paired wine, bubbles or craft beer. Your chef gladly invites you to take part in a cooking demo or learn their secret to making perfect creme brulee. Make sure to come hungry to France and leave a little room for delicious souvenirs to take home.
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Bonne Nuit Seine
Why only sight-see in France, when you can also sight-sleep? When traveling by river cruise, you wake up in beautiful one-of-a-kind places. In Paris, you’ll dock close to the Eiffel Tower, in Normandy often in the heart of the charming village — and oh those countryside chateaus and stunning scenery you’ll enjoy as you cruise through Normandy. Wake up to stunning views, delicious smells, one-of-a-kind experiences that are uniquely French and exclusively yours. And that’s just the beginning…
Upper deck cabins feature French balconies, while main deck guests still enjoy a large window to look outside.
This is how we do it!
When in France…
Eat, Drink, Enjoy, Repeat!
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