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If you’re a cruiser looking for something other than the typical “tropical” or European vacation, then consider booking a cruise that departs from Nantes! This fun and unique port city is unlike any you’ve visited before. Where else can you ride a giant mechanical elephant, tour a biscuit museum, and ride a steampunk carousel reminiscent of Jules Verne’s imagination? Discover fascinating museums, iconic landmarks, shopping centers, gardens, and numerous attractions dedicated to former resident Jules Verne. Nantes is a fairly walkable city and public transportation is available in the form of tram and taxi if needed. Plus, you don’t want to miss out on the delicious local cuisine (cheese stuffed garlic bread, anyone?). If you are taking a cruise from Nantes, you might consider spending an additional night in town to ensure you get to experience the true magic of this city. A great time to visit Nantes is between April and September, when you can enjoy the most pleasant weather for exploring.
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Destinations for Cruises to Nantes
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Cruise Lines with Cruises to Nantes
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Deluxe Cruise Lines
These cruise lines fit (quality and, usually, price-wise) somewhere in between Premium and Luxury cruise lines.
A country club casual atmosphere can be expected on these lines, as can be elegant accommodations and gourmet cuisine. These cruise lines are a great option for adults looking for a upscale, yet laid back, vacation.
Unique itineraries are often available on these cruise lines, as their small-to-mid-sized ships can visit ports of call that large ones can't get to.
The pricing on Azamara Club Cruises includes select beverages and pre-paid gratuities, while the pricing of Viking Ocean Cruises includes shore excursions and select beverages.
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River Cruise Lines
Becoming more and more popular, a river cruise is an immerse and destination-focused vacation experience, on a small and luxurious vessel.
River cruises sail through the inland waterways of some of the world's most interesting vacation destinations (i.e. Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America), and provide their guests with a greater opportunity to spend time visiting more unique ports of call than a traditional cruise typically would.
Because the destination is the star of a river cruise, (typically guided) shore excursions are included at no additional charge by many River cruise lines. There are usually many interesting lectures given during the cruise, by experts on the history and culture of the region being visited.
Among the famous rivers that one may take a river cruise on are the Rhine, Mississippi, Seine, Danube, Mekong, Nile, Yangtze, Amazon and Douro.
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Luxury Cruise Lines
When the finest cruise vacation is your top priority, this is the place to start.
On a luxury cruise line, guests experience highly personalized service, a more intimate (and usually formal) onboard experience, gourmet cuisine, well-appointed accommodations, and fantastic amenities. Many of these brands have smaller ships, allowing them to reach ports of call that the larger ships can't, which results in unique itineraries.
All of these brands feature a version of all-inclusive pricing, and some of them have ships with all-suite accommodations. Although these cruise lines are usually more expensive than the rest, they also provide their guests with so much more, resulting in a fantastic value when considering all that's included.
Azamara is a deluxe cruising experience that's geared towards discerning travelers yearning to travel, in luxury, to exotic and rare vacation destinations. On an Azamara cruise you'll experience extremely high levels of service, gourmet cuisine, and fantastic accommodations. With a country club casual dress code and open dining format, this premium product is a fabulous choice for many travelers. Special amenities that all guests booked on an Azamara cruise benefit from include pre-paid gratuities, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas. Select standard spirits, international beers and wines are also included (available in the bars during regular opening hours, and not through room service). Guests that are booked in a suite get complimentary specialty dining included!
Sail along some of the most beautiful rivers in Europe and explore some of the most fascinating destinations on a CroisiEurope river cruise. Experience some of Europe’s most historical sites and finest culinary masterpieces aboard an intimate CroisiEurope cruise ship while receiving top-notch service from the staff. Whether you want to relax on a soothing river tour or go on a fascinating land excursion, make a reservation with CroisiEurope, one of the most affordable and ecological-friendly family-owned river cruise lines in the world.
Formed in 2002 by luxury cruise industry veterans Joe Watters and Frank Del Rio, Oceania Cruises is one of the the world’s leading deluxe cruise lines. The finest cuisine at sea, award-winning itineraries and outstanding value define Oceania Cruises’ five-star product and have positioned the company as the cruise line of choice for travelers seeking a truly refined and casually elegant travel experience.
The five small to mid-size ships in Regent Seven Seas' award-winning six-star fleet include: the intimate all-suite 490-guest Seven Seas Navigator; as well as the all-suite, all balcony 700-guest sister ships, Seven Seas Mariner and Seven Seas Voyager, the recently introduced Seven Seas Explorer and upcoming ship Seven Seas Splendor. Regardless of which ship you choose, you're going to be on a luxurious vessel that's staffed with an ultra-attentive staff and gourmet all-inclusive setup, in which gratuities as well as select wines and spirits are included.
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Things to do near Nantes
These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Nantes, along with a brief description:
♦ Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Located on the site of former shipyards, the Machines of the Isle of Nantes is an artistic creation meant to represent the wonder of imagination and fantasy. Among the exhibits are The Great Elephant (a giant mechanical elephant that you can ride on), the Marine Worlds Carousel (an interactive, three-story carousel designed to represent the ocean), the Heron Tree (a giant climbing tree), and the Machine Gallery (where you can learn about how the machinery works). This is a wonderful family activity, and it can also be enjoyed by couples, friends, and groups of all kinds.
♦ Passage Pommeraye
It’s easy to shop until you drop in Nantes. Passage Pommeraye is a narrow glass-covered passageway where you can browse multiple levels of boutiques and storefronts. Discover an eclectic array of items for sale, such as shoes, housewares, and more. Even if you don’t plan on shopping, Passage Pommeraye is still worth a visit to admire its beautiful architecture. Many describe walking through this area as a way to step back in time and take in some of the city’s history.
♦ Chateau de Goulaine
Having once served as a castle, this stunning chateau is now an icon of French architecture and grandeur. When visiting Chateau de Goulaine, you can explore its beautiful courtyard and gardens, as well as tour the LU Biscuit Museum. Guided tours of the castle will provide you with local insights and stories before sampling some palate-pleasing wine and biscuits!
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