In an exciting new chapter for Pavlus Travel, the agency has introduced its first-ever “Cruise with Pavlus Executives” charter voyage! Guests can set sail on Tauck’s “Essence of the Seine” voyage roundtrip from Paris, France, with Pavlus’ top executives serving as hosts.
The action gets started November 5, 2025. It’s a new opportunity for loyal past guests and new-to-Pavlus travelers to socialize and “talk travel” with Craig Pavlus, founder and CEO; Shelby Steudle, president; and Michael Steudle, vice president of marketing.
During this seven-day journey, guests will have multiple days to explore Paris. Then, the 98-passenger Sapphire will sail along the Seine into the French countryside. Along the way, guests will enjoy Tauck’s tours with expert guides on visits to Rouen, Vernon and the Normandy Beaches!
(Shown above is Paris’ Eiffel Tower. It’s one attraction Tauck guests can explore during Pavlus Travel’s first-ever “Cruise with Pavlus Executives” voyage in November 2025. Photo by Tauck.)
Socialize and Talk Travel
“We’ve been asked many times to sail with our guests, and I’m pleased to announce that we’re now introducing this new effort to do just that,” says Shelby Steudle. “It’s a great way to enjoy a fabulous Tauck vacation with your friends from Pavlus Travel.”
Did you know that Pavlus is the world’s top seller of this fabulous brand? “Yes, we are. We totally love and appreciate Tauck as a high-quality, inclusive vacation choice,” says Steudle. “And we know many of our guests do as well.”
In addition, she emphasizes: “Our first-ever ‘Cruise with Pavlus Executives’ sailing is also a great opportunity for us to hear from guests about their travel experiences. Most of all, together we’ll explore Paris, Normandy and other areas of northern France as kindred souls on a wonderful river cruise vacation.”
Tauck’s Itinerary Highlights
Among the highlights of this river cruise is a Tauck-exclusive evening with dinner, musical entertainment, and a guided tour of Chateau du Taillis in Duclair, France.
In addition, guests will head out on guided visits in Rouen, where Claude Monet’s paintings bring Cathedrale Notre-Dame to life.
And at the beaches of Normandy, a local expert will share insights and tales of the historic D-Day events of June 6, 1944.
Day-to-Day – “Cruise with Pavlus Executives”
Here’s a look at the day-by-day itinerary. We’ve included B, L, D to explain which meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are included each day.
Day 1: Complimentary Pre-Cruise Stay: Guests will transfer from Paris’ Charles de Gaulle International Airport or local train stations to the riverboat. Then, they’ll have free time to explore Paris.
They’ll also stay pre-cruise for one night aboard their Tauck riverboat. It’s a great time to meet the Pavlus executives and other travelers. Meals: D
Day 2: A Day to Explore Paris: Travelers will have a full day to explore the “City of Light” followed by a welcome briefing and dinner aboard. Meals: B, D
Day 3: Sightseeing in Paris and Rouen: Guests will have more time in Paris before sailing to Rouen. There, they’ll visit Joan of Arc Square and Cathedrale Notre-Dame. And they’ll head out for that exclusive evening at Chateau du Taillis. Meals: B, L, D
More Sightseeing Highlights
Day 4: Normandy Beaches: Visit the D-Day beaches including Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the Normandy American Cemetery. Touring is guided by a local expert. Meals: B, L, D
Day 5: Vernon & Chateau de Bizy: Guests will tour Chateau de Bizy, known as the “Versailles of Normandy.” Then they’ll enjoy a cider and Calvados presentation aboard Sapphire. Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Heart of Paris: On the last full day of touring, guests can explore Le Marais, Place des Vosges, and a museum. Then the Pavlus executives will host guests for a farewell reception, chef’s signature dinner, and French jazz performance. Meals: B, L, D
Day 7: Journey Home: Guests will say goodbye to newfound friends and disembark by 9 a.m. A transfer is included to either Charles de Gaulle International Airport or a local train station. Meals: B
Act Fast to Secure a Cabin
Are you interested in traveling on this first-ever “Cruise with Pavlus Executives” voyage? Then, it’s imperative to contact your Pavlus personal travel planner immediately!
At press time, the voyage was proving exceptionally popular with past guests. Just nine cabins were still available for booking, with the rest sold out. Solo fares for Category 1, for instance, are already sold out.
That said, Category 6 and Category 7 accommodations were still available at press time with fares starting at $3,750 and $4,050, per person, double occupancy. But our view is that they won’t last long.
Stay Tuned for More “Cruise with Pavlus Executives”
“We hope our loyal clients and new ones too enjoy hearing about the new ‘Cruise with Pavlus Executives’ effort,” says Steudle. “It’s a terrific way for all of us to meet, socialize, trade travel stories and enjoy shared travel experiences.”
If this Seine River voyage is sold out by the time you contact Pavlus, “rest assured that other such initiatives are coming in the future,” emphasizes Steudle. “Let your personal travel planner know if you’d like to be contacted when the next one is offered.”
At the same time, she notes that Tauck offers many other Seine River departures. Others are coming in the future too with the current construction of new river vessels, as discussed in a recent blog.
So, use the contact information below to talk to an expert personal travel planner about Tauck’s France itineraries, accommodations, availability and pre- or post-cruise options.
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