Treasures of France including Normandy
Treasures of France including Normandy
$2750
Treasures of France including Normandy
8 Days Starting and ending in Paris, France
Visiting: Paris, Honfleur, Normandy, Mont-Saint-Michel, Loire Valley
Tour operator:
Tour code:
FTOFZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the "Treasures of France including Normandy" tour, where you'll explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of France. Begin in the vibrant city of Paris, taking in iconic sights like the Champs-Élysées and the Eiffel Tower. Discover the poignant history of the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches and the enchanting Mont-Saint-Michel. Wander through the charming streets of Rouen, Honfleur, and Bayeux, and marvel at the intricate Bayeux Tapestry. Experience the grandeur of the Loire Valley's châteaux, including Amboise and Chenonceau, and indulge in a unique chocolate tasting at Maison Bigot. Connect with locals over a delightful lunch at a 17th-century château and enjoy a farewell dinner in a Parisian bistro. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury air-conditioned coach, staying in cherry-picked hotels, and savoring delicious meals along the way. This cultural adventure promises a blend of history, beauty, and authentic French experiences.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Bonjour Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Evergreen Laurel
Accommodation Name: Evergreen Laurel
Meals Included: Dinner
Bienvenue! The 'City of Light' welcomes you as you prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey through France. Join your fellow travelers and Travel Director this afternoon for an orientation drive to admire the glittering cityscape of Paris – past grand boulevards and iconic sites like the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe and get to know your traveling companions over dinner this evening.
Day 2: Admire Normandy’S Colorful Honfleur And The Bayeux Tapestry Dive Into Culture
Location: Honfleur
Accommodation: Mercure Omaha Beach
Accommodation Name: Mercure Omaha Beach
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, we depart Paris and venture to the city of Rouen, the tragic site where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. We travel to the enchanting harbor town of Honfleur – its narrow lanes and colorful shopfronts have long attracted artists who have immortalized its beauty on canvas. Arriving in Bayeux, we visit the Tapestry Museum. Here you’ll Dive Into Culture and see the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting events before and during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This evening, we dine at our hotel.
Day 3: Explore The D-Day Landing Beaches
Location: Normandy
Accommodation: Mercure Omaha Beach
Accommodation Name: Mercure Omaha Beach
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we explore the poignant D-Day Landing Beaches in the company of our Local Specialist. We begin with a visit to the American Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives at Omaha Beach, imagining the mingled sense of terror and triumph felt on the fateful day when Allied forces set foot on mainland Europe. We stop for lunch in the seaside town of Arromanches, the setting for the Mulberry Harbor, once at the heart of the Normandy landings.
Day 4: Journey Through Picturesque Normandy And Brittany
Location: Mont-Saint-Michel
Accommodation: Hotel de l'Abbaye Le Tronchet.
Accommodation Name: De l'Abbaye Le Tronchet
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the Normandy countryside admiring the land of calvados before exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed bay of the Mont-Saint Michel. Our Local Specialist reveals the history of the impressive medieval Benedictine Abbey perched on the hilltop. In Brittany enjoy the afternoon your way or perhaps, discover the beauty of the port city of St. Malo with a Local Specialist on the Jewels of St. Malo Optional Experience.
Day 5: Continue To The Beautiful Loire Valley Connect With Locals Dive Into Culture
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation: Novotel Amboise
Accommodation Name: Novotel Amboise
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Journey onward through scenic countryside, stopping to Connect With Locals at a lunch with wine in a 17th-century château during a Be My Guest experience set within beautiful grounds. Later, continue to the beautiful Loire Valley, where we will spend the next two nights.
Day 6: Discover The Stunning French Châteaux
Location: Loire Valley
Accommodation: Novotel Amboise
Accommodation Name: Novotel Amboise
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, you are invited to taste hand-crafted chocolate at Maison Bigot for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience. Afterwards, we spend our day admiring the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley and join a Local Specialist for a visit to the Amboise Royal Château. It is here that King François I hosted Leonardo da Vinci, whose tomb now lies in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert adjoining the château. We continue with a visit to Château de Chenonceau, built on the Cher River. The château is often referred to as the 'Ladies Castle', due to the many women who influenced its construction and development. Today it contains priceless collections, including Renaissance furniture, tapestries and masterpieces by Rubens and Tintoretto.
Day 7: Continue To Chartres And Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Renaissance La Défense
Accommodation Name: Renaissance La Défense
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Our first stop today is the town of Chartres and its beautiful Roman Catholic cathedral, regarded as one of the most authentic and complete works of religious architecture from the early 13th century. We journey back to Paris this afternoon and spend the rest of our day in the 'City of Light'. Celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends this evening at a Farewell Dinner with local wines at a Parisian bistro.
Day 8: Farewell Paris
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
For now it's time to say a fond au revoir to France and your fellow travelers at the end of a memorable trip.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted, is included.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are included.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals are included.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are included.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing are included.
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) is included.
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Optional Experiences and free time
Optional experiences and free time are included.
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On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International round-trip airfare and associated taxes are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Dive Into Culture
- Bayeux: Explore the 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry telling the story of Norman conquests and the Battle of Hastings so many centuries ago.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a 'Be My Guest' experience at the 17th-century Chateau d'Eporce in Le Mans, where you can enjoy local wines and home-cooked specialties. Additionally, there is a 'MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®' experience at Maison Bigot in Amboise, where you can learn about chocolate making and enjoy a tasting.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi available in most countries, or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. There is also a lunch included as part of the 'Be My Guest' experience.
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What cultural sites will be visited during the tour?
The tour visits several cultural sites including the Bayeux Tapestry Museum, the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, Mont-Saint-Michel, and the Châteaux of Amboise and Chenonceau. Additionally, you will visit Chartres Cathedral and explore the city of Rouen.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, there is free time included in the itinerary, such as the afternoon in Brittany where you can explore on your own or join an optional experience in St. Malo.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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