Cruise Excursion from Rouen to Giverny Gardens
Description Summary
Highlights
- ✓Explore the picturesque Giverny Gardens
- ✓Visit Claude Monet's charming house
- ✓Experience the beauty of blooming flowers
- ✓Enjoy scenic views along the Seine River
- ✓Learn about Monet’s life and art
Description
Enjoy a memorable shore excursion from Rouen to Monet’s Giverny, where Normandy’s landscapes and Impressionist art come together. Travel comfortably with an English-speaking driver-guide, who shares insight into the Seine Valley and the artistic legacy of Claude Monet.
At Giverny, step into the artist’s world as you visit Monet’s House and Gardens, explore the vibrant flower-filled Clos Normand, and stroll through the Japanese-inspired water garden with its famous lily pond and green bridge. Limited to just 8 guests, this intimate small-group experience offers a relaxed pace, personal attention and more time to appreciate one of France’s most inspiring cultural sites.
Rouen Shore Excursion to Monet’s Giverny
Escape the city for a memorable shore excursion from Rouen to Giverny, the village where Claude Monet lived, painted and created many of his most famous works. Travel through the peaceful Seine Valley in a premium, air-conditioned vehicle while your English-speaking driver-guide introduces Normandy’s landscapes, Impressionist heritage and Monet’s remarkable artistic story.
Visit Monet’s House and Gardens
Arrive at Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny and step into the world of Impressionism. Discover Monet’s home, where he lived from 1883 until 1926, and explore the colourful Clos Normand garden, planted with seasonal flowers and carefully composed vistas. Continue to the Japanese-inspired water garden, home to the famous lily pond and green Japanese bridge that inspired Monet’s celebrated Water Lilies paintings.
An Intimate Small-Group Experience
With a maximum of 8 guests, this small-group Giverny tour offers a relaxed, personal alternative to large coach excursions. Enjoy more flexibility, individual attention and time to appreciate the gardens, the artist’s home and the peaceful village setting at your own pace.
Comfortable, Cruise-Friendly Service
Your experience includes convenient pick-up and drop-off at the Rouen cruise terminal, comfortable transport in a premium air-conditioned vehicle, and the services of an English-speaking driver or driver-guide. Your day is carefully planned to make your visit smooth, enjoyable and suitable for cruise guests.
Book Your Giverny Tickets with Confidence
For added convenience, purchase your Monet’s Gardens entrance tickets directly when booking your tour. Secure your preferred visit, avoid unnecessary planning and focus on enjoying an unforgettable journey through the art, gardens and scenery of Giverny.
Included / Excluded
- ✓Pick up and drop off at Cruise Ship Terminal
- ✓Services of English speaking driver or driver/guide
- ✓Transportation in Premium A/C vehicle
- ✓Giverny visit, including timed ticket
- ✗Meals, drinks (lunch)
- ✗Personal travel insurance and expenses
- ✗Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Claude Monet's Giverny House & Gardens Shore Excursion from Rouen
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Meet Your Driver-Guide at Rouen Cruise Terminal
Begin your Giverny shore excursion from Rouen with convenient pick-up directly at the cruise terminal. Meet your English-speaking driver-guide and travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle through the green landscapes of the Seine Valley.
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Journey Through the Seine Valley
Enjoy a scenic drive through Normandy’s peaceful countryside, following the route towards the village of Giverny. Along the way, your guide shares stories of the River Seine, Impressionist painters and the landscapes that inspired many of France’s greatest artists.
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Arrive in Monet’s Giverny
Arrive in the picturesque village of Giverny, where Claude Monet lived and painted for more than four decades. This charming Normandy setting became the artist’s greatest source of inspiration and remains one of France’s most beloved cultural destinations.
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Visit Monet’s House
Step inside Claude Monet’s House, preserved to reflect the artist’s colourful and personal world. Discover the rooms where Monet lived with his family, including his bright yellow dining room, blue kitchen and collection of Japanese prints.
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Explore the Clos Normand Garden
Stroll through the flower-filled Clos Normand, the garden directly in front of Monet’s house. Wander along pathways lined with seasonal flowers, colourful borders, climbing roses and carefully designed planting schemes that reflect Monet’s passion for colour and light.
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Discover the Water Garden
Continue to the Japanese-inspired Water Garden, home to the famous lily pond, green Japanese bridge and weeping willows. This peaceful setting inspired Monet’s celebrated Water Lilies series and remains the highlight of every visit to Giverny.
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Claude Monet's House and Gardens
Take time to browse the village, enjoy refreshments or revisit your favourite areas of the gardens. Your driver-guide remains available to help you make the most of your free time and ensure a relaxed, well-paced experience.
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Return to Rouen Cruise Terminal
Rejoin your driver-guide for a comfortable return journey to Rouen. Your excursion is planned around your ship’s schedule, allowing you to return to the cruise terminal with confidence after an inspiring day of art, gardens and Normandy scenery.
Start / End Locations
Commentary
Audio • Language: en
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This Rouen to Giverny shore excursion includes cruise-terminal pick-up and drop-off.
- This private tour is limited to 8 guests for a more personal small-group experience.
- A minimum of 2 participants is required for the tour to operate.
- Transport is provided in a premium, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide.
- The itinerary may be adapted for traffic, garden access, weather and cruise-ship schedules.
Know Before You Go
- Wear comfortable shoes for gravel paths, uneven garden walkways and village exploration.
- The gardens are especially colourful from late spring through early autumn.
- Bring a light jacket or rain layer, as Normandy weather can change quickly.
- Photography is encouraged in the gardens; indoor restrictions may apply inside Monet’s house.
- Food options are available in Giverny, but availability may vary by season and day.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| 2 participants minimum - Total price | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €1,640.00 | €1,484.00 |
| 3 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €555.00 | €502.00 |
| 4 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €420.00 | €381.00 |
| 5 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €340.00 | €309.00 |
| 6 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €290.00 | €261.00 |
| 7 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €250.00 | €226.00 |
| 8 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €220.00 | €199.00 |
Terms and Conditions
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund. No refund will be made in case you have not contacted us and the boat is unable to dock in the port of Call.
All our terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
All private shore excursions must clearly specify the name of the ship and the local port of call. Ophorus will not be held responsible if the wrong port of call has been notified during reservation process. Each customer has to check that he or she has the appropriate documents for their journey; a passport (with visa if necessary) or a valid ID card.
No refund will be granted in case of lack or loss of ID documents. Eating, drinking and smoking on board the minivans is strictly forbidden (law of September, 17th, 1977). All passengers are insured during the excursions while in the vans. The responsibility of Ophorus is limited to our insurance contract clauses.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Additional Information
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This Rouen to Giverny shore excursion is ideal for cruise guests who love Impressionist art, gardens and authentic Normandy scenery. It is especially suited to admirers of Claude Monet, couples, families with older children, photographers and travellers seeking a relaxed cultural experience beyond the city. With a small group limited to 8 guests, comfortable transport and an English-speaking driver-guide, it is perfect for those who value personal service and a smooth, unhurried visit to Monet’s House and Gardens, including the flower-filled Clos Normand, water lily pond and Japanese bridge.
Voucher Information
Please note: This tour is timed to your ship’s schedule. Your guide will meet you just outside the cruise terminal after disembarkation holding a sign with your name. In case of any last‑minute changes by the cruise line, please check your ship’s daily program and contact us as soon as possible so we can adjust timings accordingly.
Group Information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to larger groups. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
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For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: https://ophorus.com/contact-us