Paris — Rouen — Etretat — Honfleur — Mont Saint-Michel

Paris - 07:30 Hotel pick-up and departure to Rouen. The guide will provide insights into French history related to Normandy. The journey takes approximately 2 hours (135 km).

Rouen - 10:00 - 12:00 Arrival in Rouen. Enjoy a walking tour. Rouen, the capital of the Duke of Normandy, is renowned for its Gothic cathedrals and is known as the city of a hundred bell-towers. Visitors can explore the Notre Dame Cathedral from the 13th to 16th centuries, famously depicted in Monet’s paintings, the Vieux Marché (Old Market) area, the site of Joan of Arc’s execution, the Church of Joan of Arc, the 16th-century Palace of Justice, and the medieval clock Gros-Horloge on the pedestrian street. The walking tour lasts about 1 hour. 12:00 Departure from Rouen to Etretat, taking approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes (80 km).

Etretat - 13:15 - 15:15 Arrival in Etretat. Walk to the Cliffs. Étretat is celebrated for its chalk cliffs, featuring three natural arches and the Needle, which rises 70 meters (230 ft) above the sea. It was a favored spot for impressionist artists, including Claude Monet, the founder of French Impressionist painting. Today, it is a classic seaside resort nestled between two sets of chalk cliffs. Visitors can stroll along the beach or climb for breathtaking views. The seafront offers numerous restaurants and cafés, all serving variations of Moules-Frites. Free time for lunch. 15:15 Departure to Honfleur, taking 45 minutes (50 km). On the way to Honfleur, you will cross the famous Pont de Normandie, one of the two largest bridges in France.

Honfleur - 16:00 - 17:30 Arrival in Honfleur. The walking city tour lasts about 1 hour. Explore Honfleur with its renowned port. Honfleur, the main defensive port of Normandy in the 15th century, has transformed into a charming resort town with a picturesque bay, beloved by 19th-century artists. First mentioned in 1027, it belonged to the Norman Duke Richard III. The city’s ownership changed several times during the Hundred Years’ War. In the 15th century, French pirates, corsairs, raided the English coast. Later, in the 17th and 18th centuries, the city prospered through trade with the American colonies. After the port closed, the city’s economy declined, and Honfleur became a suburb of Le Havre. Today, it is one of the most famous tourist cities in Normandy. 17:00 - 17:30 Free time in Honfleur. 17:30 Departure from Honfleur to Mont Saint-Michel, taking 2.5 hours (185 km).

Bayeux - 20:00 Arrival in the Mont Saint-Michel area. Hotel accommodation at a 3-star or 4-star hotel.

Mont Saint-Michel — Cancale — Pointe du Grouin — Saint Malo — Angers

Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel - 08:30 - 12:00 Arrival at the UNESCO World Heritage site Mont Saint-Michel and visit the Benedictine Abbey. The guide will lead you through the narrow streets of the medieval village to the top of the island. Enjoy panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and bay and enter the Benedictine Abbey. Entrance tickets to the Abbey include audio guides in various languages. The entire island and bay are classified by UNESCO as a world heritage site. It has remained largely unchanged since the Middle Ages and was a pilgrimage destination for people worldwide. Mont Saint-Michel is the most visited site in France. 12:00 Departure to Cancale, taking about one hour (47 km).

Cancale - 13:00 - 14:30 Arrival in Cancale, the oyster capital of France. Discover the picturesque coastal charm of Cancale, a seaside town in Brittany, famous for its delicious oysters. Visit the oyster market. Free time for lunch. 14:30 Departure to Pointe du Grouin, taking about 10 minutes (4 km).

La Pointe du Grouin - 14:40 - 15:10 Arrival at Pointe du Grouin, Brittany. Walk to the cliffs. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Pointe du Grouin, a dramatic coastal headland offering panoramic views of the rugged shoreline and the Atlantic Ocean. 15:10 Departure to Saint Malo, taking just 30 minutes (18 km).

Saint-Malo - 15:40 - 17:40 Arrival in Saint-Malo, Brittany. Enjoy a walking tour of Saint-Malo. Saint-Malo is a historic French port in Brittany on the English Channel coast. The walled city has a rich history of piracy, amassing wealth from local extortion and overseas ventures. Saint-Malo was once the city of corsairs and the birthplace of Jacques Cartier, the discoverer of Canada, and the poet Chateaubriand. The walking tour includes the Old Town, surrounded by high walls, with narrow cobbled streets and buildings from the 18th and 15th centuries. 17:40 Departure to Angers, taking about 2.5 hours (200 km). A stop at a rest area will be made.

Angers - 20:00 Arrival in Angers. Hotel accommodation.

Angers — Chenonceau Castle — Amboise Castle — Da Vinci Clos Luce — Chambord Castle

Angers - 07:30 Hotel check-out and departure to Loire Valley Castles, taking about 2 hours (156 km).

Chateau de Chenonceau - 09:30 - 11:00 Arrival at the Chenonceau Castle. Visit Chateau de Chenonceau. Enjoy the castle and walk around, taking pictures. Chenonceau is known as the “ladies’ castle,” remarkable for its feminine history involving famous French women like Catherine de Medici, as well as its stunning architecture and unique arches over the River Cher. 11:00 Departure to Amboise city, taking about 20 minutes.

Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 11:20 - 12:30 Skip-the-line access with a guide to Chateau Royal d’Amboise, with a Histopad explaining the history of this castle and each room. Amboise is the grand 15th-century residence of King Charles VIII and an example of the transition from Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Learn about the history of the Amboise castle, known as the birthplace of princes, the reign of kings, and the death of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci! You can see his grave in the chapel.

Amboise - 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch break in Amboise city near Chateaux d’Amboise. On the main pedestrian street of Amboise, near the walls of Chateaux Amboise, you’ll find many restaurants where you can enjoy lunch with views of a typical small French city. A reservation at a good restaurant can be made for you.

Le Chateau du Clos Luce - Parc Leonardo da Vinci - 13:30 - 15:00 Skip-the-line access to Chateau of Leonardo da Vinci Clos Luce. The Château du Clos Lucé is located just 400 meters from Château Royal d’Amboise, connected by an underground passageway. Built by Hugues d’Amboise in 1471, the palace once belonged to French King Charles VIII and later to Leonardo da Vinci, who lived there at the invitation of Francis I from 1516 until his death on May 2, 1519. Today, it is a museum dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci’s life, work, and legacy. Clos Luce is one of the top 100 extraordinary destinations to explore in 2021, according to Time magazine. 15:00 Departure to Chambord, taking 1 hour (60 km).

Chateau de Chambord - 16:00 - 17:30 Visit Chateaux Chambord. The guide will share the history of the castle and its construction. The Château de Chambord is one of the most popular castles due to its French Renaissance architecture. Constructed 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 also famous for its open double-spiral staircase, where the two spirals ascend the three floors without ever meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase. 17:30 Departure to Paris, taking 2.5 hours (180 km).

Paris - 20:30 Return to Paris. Drop-off at your hotel.

• Live Guided, Hotel Pick up & Drop off, Tired Pricing
• Visits to Etretat, Point du Grouin, Oysters market in Cancale
• All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
• Mercedes E220 or Mercedes Minivan
• Hotel accommodation in Double Rooms for one night 3 star or 4 star
• Walking tours in Rouen, Honfleur, Saint Malo
• Loire Valley Castles: Chenonceau, Amboise, Da Vinci Clos Luce, Chambord
• Mont Saint-Michel with entrance tickets to the Abbey and audioguide

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

Embark on a 3-day private, live-guided journey from Paris to explore 7 remarkable sights in Normandy, Brittany, Mont Saint-Michel, and 4 stunning Loire Valley Castles. This tour offers customization options, tiered pricing, and includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, with guaranteed departures.

Enjoy walking tours in Rouen and Honfleur, a stroll to the Etretat Cliffs, a visit to Mont Saint-Michel Abbey, and a trip to Cancale, the French oyster capital, complete with a tasting experience. Discover Saint Malo, the historic corsair city, through a guided walking tour, and explore 4 Loire Valley Castles: Chenonceau, Amboise, Da Vinci Clos Luce, and Chambord. Travel in comfort with a Mercedes E220 or Mercedes Minivan. The package includes two overnight stays in double rooms at a 3-star or 4-star hotel.

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.