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Art History: A Transatlantic Voyage on Queen Mary 2

Program No. 24970RJ
Say “ahoy” to an immersive art history adventure — experience the Louvre, Giverny and more before setting sail across the Atlantic on Queen Mary 2!
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  • A tour boat cruises down the Seine River in Paris, France, with the Eiffel Tower visible against a colorful sunset sky.
  • Map showing the route from Paris, Rouen, and Le Havre in France to New York in the United States.
  • The Queen Mary 2 luxury ocean liner sails across the Atlantic Ocean on a voyage between France and the United States.
  • The grand, arched interior of the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France, is filled with art and visitors under a vaulted glass ceiling.
  • The Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France, is seen from the Seine river at sunset with tour boats in the foreground.
  • A large, ornate golden clock hangs beneath the glass-paneled, arched ceiling of the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, France.
  • The glass pyramid of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, is pictured at sunset under a dramatic, cloudy sky and reflected in a pool.
  • A wide shot of the ornate, classical facade of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, with visitors walking in the courtyard.
  • A person walks down the modern, spiral staircase under the iconic glass pyramid of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France.
  • A gravel path leads through rows of colorful flowers and lush green plants in the Gardens of Giverny in France, with a pink house visible.
  • Purple wisteria blossoms hang over a bright green bridge crossing a pond in the Gardens of Giverny, France.
  • A green, vine-covered trellis arches over a vibrant garden filled with colorful tulips and other flowers in Giverny, France.
  • The ornate, Gothic facade of the Rouen Cathedral in France is viewed from below against a bright blue sky with wispy clouds.
  • Colorful buildings and boats are reflected in the calm water of Honfleur Harbor in France at dusk.
Art History & MuseumsOcean VoyagesAdventures Afloat Study Cruise
Length
14 days
Rating (4.8)
Activity Level
Starts at
6,999
Special Offer
Flights start at
FREE
Participant Reviews
4.8
Based on 6 Reviews
SHOWING
This participant did not give a star rating.
Barbara – Class of 2010 | Mount Kisco, NY
The land trip was exciting, very interesting. The food at each place was amazingly good. I have diet issues. Libby Chandler our wonderful guide handled my needs at every meal we had on the land trip. She was very thoughtful and thorough. An amazing leader. I wish I could travel with her again. Matt, the museum guide and lecturer was one of the best I have ever experience. We had another woman who helped Libby as needed. I can't remember her name but she was as wonderful as Libby. Unfortunately I caused myself to have an accident prior to boarding the Queen Mary. She was right there beside me and handled everything: ambulance, emergency room at hospital, food, hotel, transportation, flight home and helped me to get home.
— Review left October 3, 2025
Kathleen – Class of 2016 | Gainesville, VA
Truly an amazing experience. Extraordinary lectures led by our expert lecturer Matt were a highlight. If you are interested in art history and the Impressionists in particular , this trip is a must. Matt’s depth and breadth of knowledge were amazing. Field trips to Paris museums were a highlight. Attempting the Lourve and Musee D’Orsay in one day was too much. Only a couple of hours to spend in each. Way too rushed. We enjoyed a delightful dinner cruise on the Seine catered by Maxim’s. The hotels were comfortable and breakfasts were quite good. Some of the Dinners and lunches in France were less so, we saw a lot of roast chicken, potatoes and almost no vegetables. The time spent in Rouen, Giverny, and the charming town of Honfleur were delightful. The Giverny visit also felt rushed but the gardens were magnificent. The transatlantic crossing on the QM2 was wonderful. The ship is gorgeous, and immaculate. I loved the variety and quality of live music offered all over the ship. Afternoon tea was a treat and the food, particularly in the main dining room was quite good. The ship’s staff was very helpful. Little touches like turndown service and a chocolate treat were lovely. This trip requires a good deal of energy and the ability to traverse lots of cobbled streets, stone stairs and endure lengthy walks. Our leader in France, Libby, was excellent. She was knowledgeable and upbeat. This is an extraordinary experience and one recommend it for anyone with a keen interest in art history who wants to see iconic masterpieces.
— Review left May 28, 2025
Nancy – Class of 2012 | Burlington, Canada
If Fine Art is an interest, I can recommend the Art History adventure followed by the QM2 sailing.
— Review left May 12, 2025
Therese – Class of 2014 | Dearborn, MI
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of 19th & 20th century European art history by participating in this program. You will treasure the memories of visiting Paris museums and learning about the Masters.
— Review left May 10, 2025
Robert – Class of 2012 | Madison, WI
A memory maker. Art themed program that takes advantage of the museums and cities. An enjoyable crossing of the Atlantic on the elegant QM2. A knowledgeable and participant centered guide. A gifted art historian who offers a fresh and insightful perspective on art. Strongly recommended.
— Review left May 7, 2025
Robert – Class of 2024 | Merion Station, PA
This program gives participants a quality course in art history consisting of 30 hours of lecture by an art history Ph.D who is an excellent lecturer. In addition to lecture, the program provides hands-on experiential education in museums and visits to places where the great painters painted. One must be willing to sit and listen to three hours of lecture per day and be willing to spend a huge amount of time on one's feet in museums or in exploring towns in Normandy. The group size was too large and proved to be somewhat difficult to manage at times. In addition, there were people with disabilities who should not have undertaken such an amount of walking. But, if you really want to learn about art history, this would be an excellent opportunity
— Review left May 6, 2025