Caudebec-en-Caux sits on the Seine like a Normandy secret waiting to be discovered, and it stands apart from bigger ports by offering an intimate, stroll friendly welcome, a sense of place that blends riverside charm with door to door access to legendary landscapes. Signature experiences center on the river itself: a private Seine sailing with on board tastings of regional specialties, a guided stroll along the quays and half timbered houses of Caudebec, and day trips to Rouen to admire its soaring Gothic cathedral and medieval lanes; further options embrace Etretat’s chalk cliffs and cliff top gardens, and Honfleur’s wind swept harbor that seems to have been painted for centuries. Destinations spotlight Normandy’s gems with easy to program itineraries to Rouen, Honfleur, Etretat, and Le Havre, all designed to preserve more time for markets, cider tastings, and coastal vistas. The visiting fleet brings ships built for intimacy and comfort, with generous, light filled suites, panoramic observation lounges, and well appointed decks that encourage conversation or quiet reflection alike. Onboard services emphasize a sense of place: seasonal Norman menus featuring seafood and dairy specialties, thoughtfully paired regional wines, enrichment talks about the region’s history, and a bilingual crew ready to assist with seamless embarkation, frequent shore options, and flexible dining that lets guests tailor each afternoon ashore.
