Itinerary
Day 1:Paris
Hotel:
Deluxe:
MERCURE PARIS PORTE DE VERSAILLES EXPO/MERCURE IVRY QUAI DE SEINE/MERCURE PARIS LA DEFENSE 5
Meals:
Meal: Excluded
Welcome to your tour. You will be transferred to the hotel and have some free time. In the afternoon, information about the start of your tour will be available on the boards at the hotel reception.
Day 2:Paris
Hotel:
Deluxe:
MERCURE PARIS PORTE DE VERSAILLES EXPO/MERCURE IVRY QUAI DE SEINE/MERCURE PARIS LA DEFENSE 5
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
We'll embark on a panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide. Later, we'll transfer to the charming Montmartre district, renowned for its street artists and quaint restaurants, where you can enjoy lunch. Afterward, we'll head back to the hotel, stopping at the Louvre for those who wish to stay in the city center. We suggest visiting the museum. You'll have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, you can attend an optional variety show.
Day 3:Paris
Hotel:
Deluxe:
MERCURE PARIS PORTE DE VERSAILLES EXPO/MERCURE IVRY QUAI DE SEINE/MERCURE PARIS LA DEFENSE 5
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Today we'll include a transfer to Versailles with its immense palace and beautiful gardens (admission not included). Free time in the afternoon in Paris. Your guide will offer options for a boat trip on the Seine and a visit to the Latin Quarter.
Day 4:Paris - Rouen - Arromanches - Caen(262 km)
Hotel:
Standard:
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CAEN EPRON/ZENITH CAEN
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Early departure from Paris. We'll travel towards Normandy, making a stop in Giverny to visit Monet's House and its impressive gardens (admission included); we'll learn about impressionist art, a movement centered in Normandy. The journey will continue to Rouen, Normandy's capital with its medieval streets and cathedral. Here we'll have time for a stroll and lunch. We'll continue to Arromanches, where the beaches serve as a poignant reminder of the World War II landings in France. Our final destination is Caen, where we'll enjoy some leisure time in the central district.Note: From November to April, Monet's house is closed to visitors, so there will be no stop at Giverny.
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Paris, France
Paris has been a thriving city for more than two thousand years. It is known all over the world as a city of art and romance, from its high-end cafes to the famous visage of the Eiffel Tower.
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Rouen, France
A city on the River Seine in the north of France. It is the capital of the region of Normandy. Formerly one of the largest and most prosperous cities of medieval Europe, Rouen was the seat of the Exchequer of Normandy during the Middle Ages.
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Arromanches, France
Normandy's historic D-Day landing site, is famous for its WWII Mulberry Harbour remnants. This coastal town offers museums, beaches, and poignant memorials of the 1944 Allied invasion.
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Caen, France
This coastal French commune is the largest city in Lower Normandy. The Chateau de Caen, the city's castle, is the main attraction in town, but there are also several historic abbeys that date back to the Middle Ages.
Day 5:Caen - Mont-Saint-Michel - Saint-Malo - Dinan - Rennes(252 km)
Hotel:
Deluxe:
NOVOTEL RENNES ALMA
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
First thing in the morning, we'll travel to Mont-Saint-Michel, known as "The Marvel," where you'll have time to explore the city, surrounded by the sea and the abbey. Next, in Brittany, we'll stop in Saint-Malo, whose powerful walls defend the city. Time for lunch. In the afternoon, we'll continue to Dinan, a charming Breton village where we will enjoy a crepe and a drink. We'll then make our way to Rennes, the capital of Brittany, with its fascinating and monumental historic center.
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Mont-Saint-Michel, France
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Saint-Malo, France
Saint-Malo is a walled city on the northern coast of France that dates back to the sixth century AD. Its many history buildings dating back over a millennia have made it a popular destination for tourists and vacationers.
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Dinan, France
Dinan, a charming medieval town in Brittany, France, is famed for its well-preserved half-timbered houses, cobbled streets, and 13th-century ramparts.
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Rennes, France
Rennes, the vibrant capital of Brittany, France, blends rich history with youthful energy. Known for its medieval half-timbered houses, grand Parlement de Bretagne, and lively student culture, it offers charming streets, dynamic festivals, and easy access to Brittanyâs scenic coast.
Day 6:Rennes - Angers - Tours - Villandry - Amboise(254 km)
Hotel:
Deluxe:
NOVOTEL AMBOISE
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Included - First course: marinated salmon carpaccio with salad
Main Course: Veal Bourguignon with Tagliatelle
Dessert: Apple tart with caramel
Drinks: Water and bread.
We'll depart for Angers. Those who wish can visit the castle that houses the largest medieval tapestry depicting the Apocalypse. Our journey will take us to the Loire Valley, arriving in Tours, the region's capital, located on the banks of the Loire River. Here, you'll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we'll visit Chateau de Villandry, renowned for its magnificent gardens and flowers, with admission to the gardens included. We'll then continue to Amboise for accommodation, a city celebrated for its enchanting medieval quarter. Dinner will be included.
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Angers, France
A city in western France, about 300 km (190 mi) southwest of Paris. Angers enjoys a rich cultural life, made possible by its universities and museums.Main sights include the Chateau d'Angers, Saint-Maurice cathedral and more.
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Tours, France
Tours is a city located in the centre-west of France. It is the administrative centre of the Indre-et-Loire department and the largest city in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France.
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Villandry, France
A commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. The Chateau de Villandry is located there.
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Amboise, France
is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. It lies on the banks of the Loire River, 17 miles (27 km) east of Tours. Today a small market town, it was once home of the French royal court. The town of Amboise is also only about 11 miles (18 km) away from the historic Chateau de Chenonceau, situated on the Cher River near the small village of Chenonceaux. Its former name was Ambacia, from the old name of the river and marsh Amasse.
Day 7:Amboise - Chenonceaux - Chambord - Paris(216 km)
Hotel:
Deluxe:
MERCURE PARIS PORTE DE VERSAILLES EXPO/MERCURE IVRY QUAI DE SEINE/MERCURE PARIS LA DEFENSE 5
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
Embark on a day of discovery in the Loire Valley. Our morning will begin with a leisurely stroll in Amboise, home to the Chateau du Clos Luce, where Leonardo da Vinci spent his last three years. Delving deeper into the Loire region, we'll explore the iconic Chateu de Chenonceau (tickets included), built like a bridge over the river. Next, we will visit Chambord, the largest castle in the Loire Valley (visit to the park included). We will then head to Paris, arriving in the evening.
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Amboise, France
is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. It lies on the banks of the Loire River, 17 miles (27 km) east of Tours. Today a small market town, it was once home of the French royal court. The town of Amboise is also only about 11 miles (18 km) away from the historic Chateau de Chenonceau, situated on the Cher River near the small village of Chenonceaux. Its former name was Ambacia, from the old name of the river and marsh Amasse.
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Chenonceaux, France
The population of permanent residents hovers about 400, as of 2012, but there is a large influx of tourists during the summer months, because the village adjoins the former royal Chateau de Chenonceau, one of the most popular tourist destinations in France.
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Chambord, France
Chambord is a town in Loir-et-Cher in France. It is famous for the royal Chateau de Chambord.
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Paris, France
Paris has been a thriving city for more than two thousand years. It is known all over the world as a city of art and romance, from its high-end cafes to the famous visage of the Eiffel Tower.
Day 8:Paris
Meals:
Breakfast: Included; Lunch: Excluded; Dinner: Excluded
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
General Services Included: Travel by bus with an English-speaking guide, basic travel insurance, and hotel accommodation including breakfast buffet.
Includes arrival transfer
City tour in: Paris
Excursion: The Palace of Versailles in Paris (entrance not included)
Experiences: Tasting a typical crepe with a drink in Dinan
Transfer: Montmartre district in Paris
Ticket admission: Monet's house and gardens in Giverny, Gardens of Villandry Palace , Chenonceau Castle , Gardens of Chambord Castle
1 Dinner Included in: Amboise
Price Excludes
Optional items
Personal expenses