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Loire river cruises in France

Cruise the Loire river on board a paddle rivership along some of France's most beautiful landscapes. Discover the Loire Valley châteaux and stroll through the famous gardens of the Villandry Château and visit the Ussé Château.


Explore Nantes for an authentic journey through one of the major cities in Brittany, and pay a visit to the Saint-Nazaire shipyard. Famous for its rich cultural, hisoric and natural heritage, a Loire Valley cruise is also ideal to discover Angers, the capital of historic Anjou, and situated along the flowered coast. Our exclusive itinerary will also take you to the heart of France's culinary heritage with a tour of the Muscadet region known for the wines of the Loire.


The MS Loire Princesse is a specially designed vessel for the river Loire, a particular waterway, an invitation to explore beautiful scenic France.


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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy

NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES - ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS - 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 such as Brissac, the highest castle in France whose monumental facades rise up from its large landscaped park.

Next departures:  10/16/2024, 10/21/2024
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6 Days
FROM$1718
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$2876
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From the Châteaux of Chambord and Chenonceau to the Loire Valley

Paris - NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES - ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS - NANTES - Paris

A taste of Paris linked with the history of France: discover the castles of the Loire between Chambord and Chenonceau before boarding the river boat for a cruise on the Royal Loire river whose beautiful landscapes are 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 such as Brissac, the highest castle in France whose monumental facades rise up from its large landscaped park.

Next departures:  04/14/2025, 07/18/2025
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7 Days
FROM$3816
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The Loire Valley, a Royal legacy

NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES - ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS - NANTES

Embark on a cruise on the Royal Loire River whose beauty is legendary. 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.

Next departures:  04/01/2025, 07/24/2025
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5 Days
FROM$2170
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Beautiful Brittany and Royal Opulence in the Loire

Nantes - Vannes - Quiberon - Carnac - Auray - Vannes - NANTES - SAINT-NAZAIRE - NANTES - ANCENIS - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - The Châteaux of the Loire Valley - ANCENIS - NANTES

Begin your vacation with an exclusive three-day trip through Brittany, a proud French region with a more-than-thousand-year-old heritage that has spread its influence across the area. From the prehistoric megaliths in Carnac to the wave-beaten coasts of the Quiberon Peninsula, set off on a journey through a stunning region shaped by humans and nature alike. Top off your Breton experience with breakfast in a local crêperie and a visit to Auray, a charming village on the Gulf of Morbihan. Then climb aboard for a cruise on the Loire, the royal river with legendary scenery.

Next departures:  04/28/2025, 06/22/2025
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8 Days
FROM$3654
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Fall Festival: The Wild, Majestic Loire River

NANTES - NANTES - CHALONNES-SUR-LOIRE - NANTES

Discover France's gentle autumn in the absolutely mesmerizing Pays de la Loire region. Discover the Royal Abbey of Fontevraud—listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site—and the fairytale-like Château d’Ussé during a full-day excursion in the Loire Valley.

Next departures:  11/08/2024
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5 Days
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