Christine Potthoff

travel beCAUSE, LLC

Paris & Normandy Bound with travel beCAUSE & AmaWaterways

Apr 2, 2026 to Apr 9, 2026
France

We hope you'll join us April 2nd - 9th, 2026 aboard the AmaLyra!

travel beCAUSE will make a donation to Operation Support Our Troops-America for every stateroom booked.
 
Are you new to river cruising? 
Or, do you have questions? 
 

There are so many things included in your AmaWaterways Cruise Fare!

Spacious Staterooms
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom 
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Bottled water replenished daily
 
An Array of Amenities
  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • High-speed Internet and Wi-Fi access onboard
  • Sun-deck whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness room
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
 
Award-Winning Dining
  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • Dinner at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Daily Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
 
A World of Exploration 
  • Immersive tours in every destination 
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special interest tours
  • Each tour is led by a qualified, licensed English-speaking local guide or your Cruise Manager.
  • Personal headset for easy exploration

These components are not included in your AmaWaterways Cruise Fare:

  • Airfare
  • Ground transportation 
  • Pre or post-cruise accommodations 
  • Travel protection
  • Select onboard beverages
  • Gratuities
  • Optional shore excursions offered by travel beCAUSE
  • Massage Services & Hair Salon

Our 7-night April 2nd-9th, 2026 Paris & Normandy Wine Cruise on the AmaLyra

Paris always sizzles while Normandy beckons with its stunning coastline, incredible food and artistic beauty.
Monet’s Gardens and the charming harbor town of Honfleur, will inspire you the same way as they inspired the
great Impressionists. For inspiration of a different kind, witness the site of Joan of Arc’s historic martyrdom, or
travel to the unforgettable beaches of Normandy where Allied forces landed during WWII’s D-Day invasion. Relive
the grandeur of royalty at Château de Bizy, once referred to as “the Versailles of Normandy.” Blend a passion for
the good life with culture, art, architecture and timeless landscape in Northern France.
 
DAY   DESTINATION   ACTIVITIES
1          Paris                          EMBARKATION
2          Les Andelys          Château Gaillard tour
                                                  OR Château Gaillard hike
                                                  OR Les Andelys bike tour 
                                                  Scenic cruising
3          Le Havre                Honfleur excursion
                                                  Le Havre “UNESCO City of Architects” city tour
                                                 OR Le Havre market tasting
                                                 OR Bike tour
4          Le Havre                Full-day Normandy U.S. Landing Beaches
                                                 OR Normandy British and Canadian Landing Beaches
                                                 OR Full-day Pays d’Auges with cider and calvados tasting
                                                 Caudebec-en-Caux OR Seine Museum
5          Rouen                     Medieval Rouen walking tour
                                                 OR Rouen bike tour
                                                 OR Tastes of Normandy
                                                 Château de Bonnemare
6          Vernon                   Scenic cruising
                                                 Monet’s home and gardens in Giverny*
                                                 OR Château de Bizy tour with calvados tasting
                                                 OR Giverny bike tour*
7          Paris                         City tour & Musée du Vin
                                                 OR Paris bike tour
                                                 We overnight in Paris
8         Paris                          DISEMBARKATION
*Monet’s Gardens may be closed; therefore, an alternative tour will operate instead
In the event of water level problems on certain stretches of the river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motor coach or to alter the daily program as determined by the ship's Captain

AmaWaterways Terms & Conditions, including Cancellation Policy:

Deposit and Final Payment:
  • To confirm a river cruise or river cruise and land reservation, we require a deposit of $400 per person for Europe.  
  • $200 per person of this deposit is non-refundable.
  • Final payment is required no later than 90 days before the start date of travel.
 
Published Prices Do Not Include:
  • Airfare
  • Ground transportation 
  • Pre/post accommodations
  • Vessel fuel surcharges
  • Passport and visa fees
  • Airline baggage fees
  • Travel protection
  • Laundry
  • Additional food & beverages
  • Optional Excursions
  • Gratuities
  • Massage Services & Hair Salon
 
Cancellation Charges:
 

Available Packages

Category E - Piano Deck - Fixed Windows, 170 sq. ft.
Unavailable as of June 30, 2025

$4,149.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

 
170  square feet
Piano Deck - lowest level of the ship
2 fixed windows
Beds can be configured as 1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds upon request
Reservation Total for 2 Adults:  $8,298
  1. Includes Port Charges of $250 per person
  2. Includes group discount of $500 off per personbook by June 30th, 2025
  3. Stateroom Category availability is subject to change until a reservation is on hold or under deposit!
 
Photos are for example purposes only.  Layouts & decor may vary.

Category D - Piano Deck - Fixed Windows, 170 sq. ft.
Unavailable as of June 30, 2025

$4,448.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

AmaWaterways
 
170  square feet
Piano Deck - lowest level of the ship
2 fixed windows
Beds can be configured as 1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds upon request
Reservation Total for 2 Adults:  $8,898
  1. Includes Port Charges of $250 per person
  2. Includes group discount of $500 off per personbook by June 30th, 2025
  3. Stateroom Category availability is subject to change until a reservation is on hold or under deposit!
 
Photos are for example purposes only.  Layouts & decor may vary.

Category C - Violin & Cello Deck - French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
Unavailable as of June 30, 2025

$5,648.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

AmaWaterways
 
170  square feet
Violin & Cello Deck
French Balcony 
Beds can be configured as 1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds upon request
Reservation Total for 2 Adults:  $11,296
  1. Includes Port Charges of $250 per person
  2. Includes group discount of $500 off per personbook by June 30th, 2025
  3. Stateroom Category availability is subject to change until a reservation is on hold or under deposit!
 
Photos are for example purposes only.  Layouts & decor may vary.
 

Category B - Violin & Cello Deck - French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
Unavailable as of June 30, 2025

$5,948.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

AmaWaterways
 
170  square feet
Violin & Cello Deck
French Balcony 
Beds can be configured as 1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds upon request
Reservation Total for 2 Adults:  $11,896
  1. Includes Port Charges of $250 per person
  2. Includes group discount of $500 off per personbook by June 30th, 2025
  3. Stateroom Category availability is subject to change until a reservation is on hold or under deposit!
 
Photos are for example purposes only.  Layouts & decor may vary.

Category A - Violin Deck - French Balcony, 170 sq. ft.
Unavailable as of June 30, 2025

$6,048.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

AmaWaterways
 
170  square feet
Violin  Deck
French Balcony 
Beds can be configured as 1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds upon request
Reservation Total for 2 Adults:  $12,096
  1. Includes Port Charges of $250 per person
  2. Includes group discount of $500 off per personbook by June 30th, 2025
  3. Stateroom Category availability is subject to change until a reservation is on hold or under deposit!
 
Photos are for example purposes only.  Layouts & decor may vary.

Category A+ - Violin Deck - French Balcony, 225 sq. ft.
Unavailable as of June 30, 2025

$7,048.00
Deposit: $400.00 per person

AmaWaterways
 
225  square feet
Violin  Deck
French Balcony 
Beds can be configured as 1 Queen Bed or 2 Twin Beds upon request
Reservation Total for 2 Adults:  $14,096
  1. Includes Port Charges of $250 per person
  2. Includes group discount of $500 off per personbook by June 30th, 2025
  3. Stateroom Category availability is subject to change until a reservation is on hold or under deposit!
 
Photos are for example purposes only.  Layouts & decor may vary.