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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy (port-to-port cruise)

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NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE(4) - ANCENIS(3) - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS(3) - NANTES

Embark on a cruise on the Royal Loire River whose beauty is legendary. Visit Nantes and The Machines of the Isle of Nantes, a gallery that recreates the imaginary world of the famous writer Jules Verne. Discover Saint-Nazaire and admire its shipyard and the Escal'Atlantic which immerses you in the world of steamships from the beginnings of their gigantic construction to life on board. Soak up the magical castles of the Loire.

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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • EXCLUSIVE TO CROISIEUROPE the Loire from above(1-2)
  • Offered : Full-day excursion to the castles of the Loire Valley: Guided tour of the castles of Azay-le-Rideau, Villandry, and its gardens.
  • The Saint-Nazaire(2) shipyard, embodiment of French pride
  • The wine route of the Muscadet(2) through the vineyards of the Nantes region
  • Cruise on board a paddle steamer
All inclusive on board

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included
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Route

Discover your itinerary day by day
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NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE(4)

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. Departure of the ship towards Saint-Nazaire. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

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D1
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SAINT-NAZAIRE(4) - NANTES

In the morning, join us for the optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Tour of Saint Nazaire (This excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency. Each passenger will be asked to produce a valid passport in order to book the excursion and gain access to the shipyard.), a town on the sea. We'll visit Escal'Atlantic, a museum that explores the historic ocean liner experience, and the Saint-Nazaire shipyard, one of the largest shipyards in Europe. We'll return on board in Saint-Nazaire. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

We'll spend this afternoon cruising towards Nantes. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

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D2
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NANTES - ANCENIS(3)

In the morning, join us for the optional excursions proposed :
- CLASSIC : The Muscadet Wine Route and Clisson, a charming medieval town.
- DISCOVERY: Helicopter ride(1), the Loire from above (this excursion must be booked in advance through your travel agency).

We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Ancenis.

Tonight is our gala evening.

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D3
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ANCENIS(3) - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - NANTES

Join us on a full-day offered excursion to discover the Castles of the Loire Valley.

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D4
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NANTES

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 10:00 a.m. End of our services.

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D5

Dates & Prices

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Classic
Edition 2026
Full dates
START IN 2026
Without transport
03/20/2026
03/24/2026
5
03/28/2026
04/01/2026
5
04/01/2026
04/05/2026
5
07/14/2026
07/18/2026
5
Special offer
1182
PP
1504
08/09/2026
08/13/2026
5
1289
PP
08/13/2026
08/17/2026
5
1614
PP
08/22/2026
08/26/2026
5
Special offer
1182
PP
1504
10/20/2026
10/24/2026
5
10/24/2026
10/28/2026
5
10/28/2026
11/01/2026
5
11/01/2026
11/05/2026
5
Special offer
967
PP
1289
11/05/2026
11/09/2026
5
Special offer
1077
PP
1399
11/14/2026
11/18/2026
5
11/23/2026
11/27/2026
5
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  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
  • 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
  • Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope

Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

Shore Excursions

No shore excursion on the non listed days
Mandatory information
FormalitiesSome administrative formalities to take into account in order to prepare your trip

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. As the Loire is a wild river, variations in water levels are anticipated. Depending on navigation conditions, some stops may be cancelled. CroisiEurope is committed to implementing the necessary solutions to ensure passenger comfort and the continuation of the sightseeing programme.

(1) Subject to availability and favorable weather conditions.

(2) Optional excursions.

(3) The stopover in Ancenis may be replaced by Nantes.

(4) The stopover in Saint-Nazaire may be replaced by Paimboeuf.

*Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.