Jewels of France including Normandy

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Buckle up for a lively encounter with the highlights of northern France. On this 8 day love affair with the world’s most visited country, you’ll get your fill of French heritage and culture across the valleys and vineyards of northern France to its glittering capital, Paris. Discover those iconic sights and landmarks you’ve always longed to see – the Eiffel T...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Buckle up for a lively encounter with the highlights of northern France. On this 8 day love affair with the world’s most visited country, you’ll get your fill of French heritage and culture across the valleys and vineyards of northern France to its glittering capital, Paris. Discover those iconic sights and landmarks you’ve always longed to see – the Eiffel Tower, Mont-Saint-Michel, and the D-Day Landing beaches on the Normandy coast.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityParis
End CityParis

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe
  • France

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

Trip includes

    • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
    • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
    • Many meals and daily breakfasts included
    • City orientation tours
    • Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
    • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
    • Extensive variety of Choice Experiences

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Arrive Paris

Ah Paris! Audrey Hepburn described it best when she said 'Paris is always a good idea'. We’re sure you’ll agree. After checking in, hit the streets and explore the city your way, perhaps seeking out delicious French flavors at a local café. Later, meet your Travel Dir...

Day 2: Paris – Rouen – Honfleur – Le Havre

Retrace the steps of one of France’s beloved daughters, St. Joan of Arc, when you visit medieval Rouen today. Here you’ll view the city’s impressive cathedral whose towers, statues and pinnacles were favorite subjects in the paintings of French Impressionist, Claude M...

Day 3: Le Havre – D-Day Landing Beaches – Mont-Saint-Michel – Rennes

Begin your day with a moving visit to the D-Day Landing beaches and American cemetery at Omaha Beach. Today the views may be serene, but you can’t help thinking back to that summer day in 1944 when thousands of Allied soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice to reclaim Eu...

Day 4: Rennes – Saumur – Tours

Today we head into châteaux country, where elegant estates and manicured gardens dot the countryside near the Loire River as it meanders through the heart of France. You’ll soon see why this scenic area has attracted French aristocracy for centuries. Discover Saumur, ...

Day 5: Loire Valley sightseeing

All that glitters really is gold which you’ll come to discover as you explore the fairy-tale châteaux of the Loire Valley today. Your first stop is at Château d'Amboise whose art and architecture were both inspired by the Italian Renaissance. Join an optional guided t...

Day 6: Tours – Chambord – Paris

There’s another château in store this morning as you begin your return journey to Paris. We’ve saved the biggest for last and you’ll be dazzled by the views of the grand Château de Chambord and its surrounding forest. Imagine royal hunting parties combing the woods fo...

Day 7: Paris sightseeing and free time

This morning enjoy a sightseeing tour of Paris with your Travel Director, taking in the Eiffel Tower and grand Champs-Élysées as well as the iconic Arc de Triomphe, honoring those who fought and died for France over the centuries. Then there’s time to discover Paris y...

Day 8: Depart Paris

Your whirlwind adventure through France has come to an end. You’ve seen medieval cities, walked in the footsteps of saints, soldiers and noblemen, and immersed yourself in the art, culture, history and cuisine of northern France – just enough to whet your appetite for another visit. Say a fond au revoir to your Travel Director and newfound friends.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,575
Price per day$197
Last Updated: 9/13/2024
Departure Date
Finish Date
Double Standard
Availability
17 Sep 2024
29 Sep 2024
$3,275
18 Sep 2024
05 Oct 2024
$3,825
19 Sep 2024
27 Sep 2024
$1,650
19 Sep 2024
28 Sep 2024
$2,050
19 Sep 2024
29 Sep 2024
$2,675
19 Sep 2024
30 Sep 2024
$2,725
19 Sep 2024
03 Oct 2024
$2,704
20 Sep 2024
29 Sep 2024
$2,375
20 Sep 2024
29 Sep 2024
$2,475
20 Sep 2024
29 Sep 2024
$2,150

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We had Peter Brown as our tour guide and Tony as our bus driver. These 2 guys make an amazing team. Nothing was a problem. Everything ran so smoothly and they both m...

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Tour is standard,but what made an impact is TD Stacy aside from informative added a personal touch celebrating birthdays and anniversaries within the group.That gave...

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Accommodation

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Meals Included
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
Age Requirements
6 years and up
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