Paris & Normandy - Soulful Experience

Savor the sweet flavors of France as you journey along the Seine on this special 9-night Soulful Experience celebrating the richness of the Black and African diaspora. From the sparkling charm of Paris, the “City of Light,” to the historic shores of Normandy, immerse yourself in the region’s remarkable history, unforgettable cuisine, and artistic inspiration. All the while, connect with like-minded travelers and enjoy curated cultural moments.

Duration9 nights

RiversSeine

CountriesFrance

Duration9 nights

RiversSeine

CountriesFrance

Highlights of your Soulful Experience

Traditional Colombian dish Bandeja Paisa with fried egg, beans, rice, chorizo, and pork rind served on a rustic table setting.

Two Nights in Paris

Start your journey in the "City of Light" alongside local guides, with plenty of time for independent exploration. Your stay includes luxury accommodations, daily breakfast and more.

Josephine Baker's Paris

Walk Paris through its Black history, then follow Josephine Baker. The American-born star worked as a spy for the French Resistance and marched for civil rights.

The 320th on D-Day

Stand on the Normandy beaches where the 320th Barrage Balloon Battalion landed in June 1944. It was the only African American combat unit ashore on D-Day.

Juneteenth in France

Celebrate Juneteenth at a dinner planned by James Beard Award-winning chef Alexander Smalls. Then taste French wines with Carissa Stephens, a Certified Sommelier.

What's included with your cruise

An opened luggage on top of a bed in a stateroom

More room to breathe

Choose from suites, solo staterooms, and connecting rooms. Most include our signature twin balconies.
Daily housekeeping and turn-down service
Bathrobe, slippers and full bathroom amenities
Refillable water bottle to take with you
Onboard WiFi

A flavor for every moment

All onboard meals
The Chef's Table, specialty restaurant
Wine, beer, and soft drinks with meals
Specialty coffee and tea
Sip & Sail cocktail hour daily
All-day snacks in the Lark Lounge
Welcome cocktail reception

Adventures on your terms

Choose from up to six expert-led experiences each day
Gentle, regular and active options are available for most activities
Wellness Host with daily fitness, stretch and meditation classes on most sailings

Designed for the way you travel

A Cruise Manager who knows everything about your route and will lead your journey the whole way
Regional music and performances
Experiences for solo travelers
Onshore experiences, onboard amenities, and port charges included

Itinerary

Select Cruise Year

Select Direction

Select Optional Land Packages

View Cruise Days

Explore the daily onshore experience options available throughout your cruise.

What’s Included in Your Soulful Experience

Your Soulful Experiences itinerary is designed to immerse you in the rich history and culture of the region, with every detail thoughtfully considered to ensure a seamless journey.

Aerial close up view of the Tower of Belem in Lisbon

Two Nights in Paris

Explore the "City of Light" alongside local guides, with plenty of time for independent exploration. Your stay includes luxury accommodations, daily breakfast and more.

AmaSintra cruising through the Douro Valley surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills in Portugal

Seven-Night River Cruise on The Seine

Settle into your elegantly appointed riverview stateroom for a week-long cruise. Enjoy nightly entertainment and complimentary high-quality Wi-Fi alongside comfortable amenities.

Meals and Drinks Onboard

Savor locally inspired dining, plus special onshore meals. Enjoy complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner, plus a daily Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour to toast each evening.

Two people sitting at the top of a hill or mountain after hiking to the top

Daily Exploration and Wellness

Step on shore and join expert guided tours—whether a guided hike, city tour, or wine tasting. Back on board, embrace wellness with group fitness classes led by a dedicated Wellness Host.

Dates, Prices and Offers

Important: Dates, fares & itineraries are subject to change.

Port Charges (included in cruise price): $250 per person in 2026. $280 per person in 2027. $290 per person in 2028.

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of per person double occupancy fare; Suites 100% of per person double occupancy fare.

Single Supplement for Land: A single supplement charge will be applied to pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions. Please ask your travel advisor or call for pricing details.

Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.

Option A: Two twin beds

Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

Terms & Conditions

All rates are per person in USD, cruise-only, include port fees, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Offers apply to select sailings and new bookings only. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travelers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offers are not combinable with other promotions or discounts, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may change or end without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, and airfare are not included. Additional restrictions apply. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions at any time.

Ships

AmaDante

AmaDante invites you to experience France at a personal pace. With fewer guests on board, you’ll enjoy cozy lounges, fresh flavors from the regions you visit, and the beauty of the Seine right outside your window

Staterooms: 71

Passengers: 140

AmaDante

Staterooms: 71

Passengers: 140

Why travelers choose AmaWaterways

Paris & Normandy

“My 14-year-old son craved adventure and was mesmerized by the chalk cliffs of Les Andelys and the dungeons of Château Gaillard, the former stronghold of Richard the Lionheart.”

Amie O.

Paris & Normandy

“We had time to really take in the whole garden and the atmosphere, and you really saw what Monet would have seen when he was painting.”

Francesca H.