Paris — Chambord — Blois — Chenonceau — Mont Saint-Michel

Paris - 07:30 Hotel pick-up and departure to the Loire Valley. Travel 180 km on the highway in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan to reach the first stop, Castle Chambord. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours with a rest stop. The guide will provide general information about French history related to the Loire Valley castles.

Chateau de Chambord - 10:00 - 11:45 Visit Chateau de Chambord. The guide will share the history and construction details of the castle. The Château de Chambord is renowned for its French Renaissance architecture. Built between 1519 and 1547 by Francis I (Francois 1-er), it is the largest castle with 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces, and 84 staircases. The castle is famous for its open double-spiral staircase, where the two spirals ascend three floors without meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed this staircase. 11:45 Departure to Amboise city, a 1-hour drive (60 km).

Amboise - 12:45 - 13:45 Lunch break in Amboise city, offering numerous restaurants and cafes. Recommendations or table reservations at a good restaurant can be provided.

Chateau de Chenonceau - 15:20 to 17:00 Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Chateau de Chenonceau and its gardens. The guide will explain the castle’s history and construction. A brochure with room explanations is also provided. Chenonceau, known as the “ladies’ castle,” is notable for its association with famous French women like Catherine de Medici and its stunning architecture, including unique arches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens, with over 130,000 flowering plants, are equally impressive. 17:00 Departure from Chenonceau castle to Mont Saint-Michel, a 3.5-hour drive (300 km).

Mont-Saint-Michel - 20:30 Arrival and accommodation at a 3+/4 hotel in Normandy near Mont Saint-Michel. Restaurant reservations can be arranged. Free time.

Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 13:45- 15:00 Guided visit to Chateau Royal d’Amboise. 15:10 Departure to Chateau de Chenonceau.

Mont Saint-Michel — D-Day Beaches — Pointe du Hoc — Omaha Beach — American Cemetery — Overlord Museum — Bayeux

Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel - 08:00 Hotel check-out. Store luggage in the minivan parked near the hotel. 08:00 - 12:30 Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Mont Saint-Michel and its Benedictine Abbey. The guide will lead you through the narrow streets of the medieval village to the island’s summit. Enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and bay, and enter the Benedictine Abbey. Entrance tickets include audio guides in multiple languages. The island and bay have remained largely unchanged since the Middle Ages, attracting pilgrims worldwide. Mont Saint-Michel is France’s most visited site. Lunch break in Mont Saint-Michel. 12:30 Departure to Omaha Beaches, a 1.5-hour drive (140 km) to the Omaha Beaches Signal Monument.

Pointe du Hoc - 14:00 - 15:00 Arrival at Pointe du Hoc, a significant cliff between Utah and Omaha Beach. This location was crucial as it was the highest point between Omaha and Utah beaches, capable of firing upon both. The site was a gun battery, fortified with concrete casemates and gun pits, part of Hitler’s Atlantic Wall defenses. At Pointe du Hoc, learn about the 2nd Ranger Battalion’s sacrifice to capture this vital gun battery on Omaha Beach’s cliffs on June 6th, 1944. Many original fortifications and bunkers remain open to the public, including the fire control casemate, topped by a monument to the 2nd Ranger Battalion. 15:00 Departure to Omaha Beach Signal Monument, a 15-minute drive (10 km). A 5-minute ride (4 km) to Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.

Omaha Beach - 15:15 - 15:40 Omaha Beach Signal Monument. Discover the immense sacrifice of the 34,000 men who landed here on D-Day. Omaha Beach is the most popular traveler destination among the D-Day Beaches. A 5-minute ride (4 km) to Overlord Museum.

Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach - 15:45 - 16:15 Visit the Overlord Museum. Located just a few hundred meters from the Normandy American Cemetery, this museum houses numerous WWII artifacts and installations, including tanks, weapons, guns, military vehicles, a V-1 missile, personal belongings, and more. It offers a personal perspective on D-Day. 16:15 Departure to the nearby Normandy American Cemetery.

Normandy American Cemetery - 16:15 - 17:30 Visit the Normandy American Cemetery & Visitor Center in Colleville-sur-Mer, overlooking Omaha Beach. It contains 9,387 U.S. soldiers, most of whom died during the Normandy Landings, and the Wall of the Missing, listing 1,557 soldiers missing in action. The cliffs leading to the beaches contain remnants of German defenses, including concrete casemates with memorials to the soldiers. At Normandy American Cemetery, see the semicircular memorial colonnade with the sculpture “Spirit of American Youth Rising from the Waves” and large military operation maps; it’s one of the most beautiful, idyllic spots on Earth. Free time to explore the gardens. 17:30 Departure to the German Batterie de Longues-sur-Mer, a 25-minute drive (15 km).

Longues-sur-Mer battery - 18:00 - 18:30 Visit the German Gun Batterie de Longues-sur-Mer. Explore this historic site, where World War II remnants stand as silent witnesses to the past. Discover the military prowess of the German forces. 18:30 Departure to Bayeux, a 20-minute drive (10 km).

Bayeux - 19:00 Hotel accommodation and overnight stay at a 3+/4 hotel in Bayeux.

Bayeux — Caen Memorial and Museum — Honfleur — Calvados tasting — Rouen — Paris

Memorial de Caen - 09:00 - 10:30 Visit The Caen Memorial and Museum, located in the British Sword Beach sector. The Caen Museum is France’s premier World War II museum, offering an overview of the Battle of Normandy and insights into the personal lives of those involved. An excellent 19-minute film documents the battle with original historic footage. 10:30 Departure to Calvados Christian Drouin for Calvados tasting, a 45-minute drive (55 km) through beautiful countryside and small villages.

Calvados Pere Magloire L’Experience - 11:15 - 12:30 Arrive at Calvados Pere Magloire L’Experience in Pont-L’Eveque. Learn about the centuries-old Calvados production process and enjoy a tasting with explanations. 12:30 Departure to Honfleur, a 25-minute drive (15 km).

Honfleur - 13:00 - 15:30 Arrive in Honfleur. The walking city tour lasts about 1 hour. Explore Honfleur with its famous port. Once the main defensive port of Normandy in the XV century, Honfleur transformed into a charming resort town with a picturesque bay, beloved by XIX-century artists. First mentioned in 1027, it belonged to Norman Duke Richard III. Ownership changed several times during The Hundred Years’ War. In the XV century, French pirates, corsairs, ravaged the English coast. Later, in the XVII-XVIII centuries, the city prospered through trade with American colonies. After the port closed, Honfleur’s economy declined, becoming a suburb of Le Havre. Today, it is one of Normandy’s most famous tourist cities. 14:00 - 15:30 Free time and lunch break. Numerous restaurants surround the medieval harbor. 15:30 Departure from Honfleur to Rouen, a 1.5-hour drive (90 km).

Rouen - 17:00 - 19:00 Arrive in Rouen. Walking tour. Rouen, the capital of the Duke of Normandy, is known for its Gothic cathedrals and is called the city of a hundred bell towers. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral of the XIII - XVI centuries, famous worldwide through Monet’s paintings, the Vieux Marché (Old Market) area, the site of Joan d’Arc’s execution, the Church of Joan d’Arc, the XVI-century Palace of Justice, and see the old medieval clock Gros-Horloge on the pedestrian street. The walking tour lasts about 1 hour. Free time. 19:00 Departure to Paris, a 2-hour drive (130 km).

Paris - 21:00 Return to Paris. Drop-off at your hotel.

• Visit of 3 Castles: Château Royal d’Amboise, Château de Chenonceau, Chateaux Chambord with tickets
• Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, Overlord Museum
• Caen Memorial and Museum, Omaha Beaches and Singal Monument
• Mercedes E220 business class car for 2 - 3 people or Mercedes Minivan for 3 - 7 people
• Live-guided, Tiered pricing, Hotel Pick up & Drop off, All Fees and Taxes, Bottles Water
• Wifi On Board
• Pointe du Hoc Rangers Monument, German Gun Batterie
• Mont Saint-Michel Abbey visit including the entrance tickets
• Hotel accommodation due to the chosen option in Double Rooms with breakfast
• Walking tours in Rouen and Honfleur, Calvados tasting at a local Producer

• Gratuities and Souvenirs, Meals and Drinks
• Single Room Supplement

Set off on an exclusive 3-day journey through France’s most renowned regions: Normandy, Brittany, and the Loire Valley. Traveling in a luxurious Mercedes minivan, this private tour seamlessly combines medieval history with Renaissance elegance. Discover the charming timber-framed houses of Rouen, the picturesque harbor of Honfleur, and the historic D-Day beaches, including Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery. Be captivated by Mont Saint-Michel, known as the “Wonder of the West,” before venturing south to the “Garden of France.” Enjoy priority access to the stunning architectural sites of Chambord, Chenonceau, and Amboise. With a dedicated guide-driver, this tour offers a personalized experience, featuring 3+ or 4 hotel accommodations and local tastings, ensuring a rich and relaxing French adventure.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.