Truly an all inclusive trip with excellent guides at all locations! Loved the fact that an excursion was planned practically on arrival from the airport. Also enjoyed the fact that there were less than 200 passengers on board; no line up to board tour buses, at breakfast, etc. Cabins, while smaller than on larger cruise ships I've travelled on, we're extremely comfortable. The food was good as was the overall service. Shore excursions included in the cost is a much appreciated perk - it's nice to let the experts make some of the decisions for you. Insights shared by the excellent staff also most welcome. My personal highlight was the visit to Monet's garden in Giverny. Since it was late October, I was pleasantly surprised. Imagine what it must look like in the spring! The visit to the Normandy beaches was awe inspiring (and we were fortunate enough to to have a gentlemen who had actually landed on one of those beaches join our group). Thank you Viking. I'll be back to sail with you!