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Gems of Normandie & the French Riviera

France in 11 Days, 10 Nights in Destination

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A complete historical tour of France! From Paris head to the castles of the Loire Valley, next visit Mont-St-Michel, the WW-II landing beaches in Normandy, ending your trip on the Côte d'Azur, taking in the picturesque coastline.

Trip Highlights

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    Caen
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    Mont Saint-Michel
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    Nice
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    Paris
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    Versailles

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  1. All flights

  2. Accommodation

  3. Some transfers

  4. Activities

  5. Breakfast only

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  3. Solo travelers available

  4. Add up to 4 nights to your stay

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  • Accommodation in charm category hotels.
  • Departures from June onwards.
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  • Departures from June onwards.
  • Hotels included are close to the city centres.

Accommodation: 10 Nights

Itinerary

Begin your adventure in Paris. Spend nights surrounded by castles in the incredible Loire Valley. Visit Mont-Saint-Michel, a Unesco World Heritage site located on a small island and enjoy amazing views of the Normandy coast. Discover the historical World War II landing beaches, a culturally enriching experience. Finally, take a fast-speed train to Nice to discover the stunning French Riviera.

1st Day: UK/Ireland - Paris
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Ready to discover the spectacular cities and landscapes of France? Arrive at your departure airport to catch a flight to Paris.* Arrive at Paris airport and self-transfer to your hotel**. Paris is the capital of France and a great place to discover the city’s most famous tourist sights, the local culture and cuisine. Overnight stay in Paris.

* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

** Airport transfers in Paris are not included. You will have the possibility to add a private transfer to your package for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Paris Brancion or similar
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617 Reviews

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2nd Day: Paris
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Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the city’s most famous tourist sights and monuments on a Half Day Sightseeing Tour by bus with a professional English-speaking guide. Marvel at Paris's best-known sights: Place Vendôme Square, place de l’opera, the Pantheon, Place de la Concorde, the Champs-Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe, the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower. End your tour in the city center. Why not grab a bite to eat in one of the many cafés or do a spot of shopping in this shoppers haven. The rest of the day is free to explore Paris at your leisure. Overnight stay in Paris.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Paris Brancion or similar
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617 Reviews

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Activities

included
Paris Sightseeing Tour

Moderate

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3rd Day: Paris - Chambord - Tours
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After breakfast, meet your English-speaking tour leader and depart Paris by coach towards the Loire Valley and its wonders of the Renaissance period. First stop is a visit to The Chambord Estate, one of the most emblematic examples of Renaissance castle architecture in France. Enjoy some free time to stroll at your own pace through the heart of the castle and its gardens. Take a break for lunch before continung to an included wine tasting in the beautiful limestone Caves de Vouvray, where you'll discover local sparking wines. Following this visit, transfer to the historic city of Tours and check-in at the hotel before a free evening. Overnight stay in Tours.

*Entry to the estate included. Guests will have the option to pay for an audio-guide separately.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles Tours Centre or similar
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763 Reviews

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Activities

included
Wine tasting and guided tour of Cave de Vouvray

Light

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Visit to the Chambord Chateaux & Estate

Moderate

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4th Day: Tours - Chenonceau - Tours
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After breakfast at the hotel, explore the magnificent Castle of Chenonceau.* The two-story gallery stands upon a graceful arched bridge that crosses the Cher River which gives the impression that the castle is floating on water. Also known as "The Ladies’ Castle," it was initially constructed in 1513. Equalling the beauty of the interior, the Château's Renaissance French Gardens are perfectly landscaped with decorative pools and flower beds and are an important destination for garden lovers from all over the world. In the afternoon, visit the Royal Château of Amboise, an emblematic monument of the Loire Valley. The palace was built above the river, with landscaped gardens stretching from the earth to the sky, offering one of the most remarkable panoramas of the Loire. Overnight stay in Tours.

*Entry to the estate included. Guests will have the option to pay for an audio-guide separately.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Styles Tours Centre or similar
tripadvisor rating

763 Reviews

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Activities

included
Visit to the Castle of Chenonceau

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included
Castle of Amboise

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5th Day: Tours - Mont Saint Michel - Caen
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Breakfast at the hotel. Depart from Tours heading towards the world-renowned Mont Saint Michel*, a Unesco World Heritage site. The car park stands approximately 1.5 miles away from the island. On leaving the coach, head for the Place des Navettes, where shuttle buses called Passeurs transfer to the mount itself. The Mount was consecrated to St-Michel from the year 708. The Benedictine Abbey** presents a grand panorama of medieval architecture from the XI-XVI centuries. Spend some time exploring the village built on the slopes in the shadow of the fortifications. Head towards the Normandy Beach area, checking in at the hotel in Caen. Overnight in Caen.

 

*Please bear in mind that the transfer from Tours to Mont St Michel will be around 280km, approximately 3 hours of driving. 

 

**Entry to the abbey included. Guests will have the option to pay for an audio-guide separately.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ACE HOTEL or similar
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221 Reviews

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Activities

included
Mont Saint-Michel & Benedictine Abbey

Moderate

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6th Day: Caen - Day Beaches Tour - Caen
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After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of WW-II’s major sights. Visit, learn about and pay homage to Pointe du HocOmaha Beach and the Colleville-Sur-Mer Cemetery of the Allied Forces. After this solemn educational tour, spend a tranquil afternoon on your own exploring Caen. Located near the English Channel, Caen is a historic city replete with mediaeval architecture and the tomb of William the Conqueror. Overnight stay in Caen.

 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
ACE HOTEL or similar
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221 Reviews

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Activities

included
Normandy WW-II Landing Beaches

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7th Day: Caen - Honfleur - Paris
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After breakfast, learn more about the best food and drink that this rich region of France has to offer, starting with a visit to the Village du Fromager. See all stages of cheese production and enjoy tasting the different types of cheese on offer. After the visit, head to Honfleur in time for a lunch break. This small city and harbour dates back to the Vikings invasion in the 11th century. After a couple of hours exploring the city, continue eastwards until reaching Paris. Overnight stay in Paris.

 

Please bear in mind that the transfer from Caen to Paris will be around 240km, approximately 3 hours of driving.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Ibis Paris Brancion or similar
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617 Reviews

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Activities

included
Village Fromager and Cheese Tasting

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8th Day: Paris - Nice
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Breakfast* at the hotel. Make your own way to Paris Gare de Lyon station. Embark on a High Speed Train to Nice, that sits beautifully on the pebbly shores of the French Riviera. Self-transfer to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to begin exploring this stunning city on the Cote d’Azur. Overnight stay in Nice. 

* Depending on the train schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast.



 

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Soco by HappyCulture or similar
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510 Reviews

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9th Day: Nice - Èze - Monaco - Nice
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After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide in the lobby and depart on your half-day Èze to Monaco excursion. Enjoy a panoramic view of Nice and the bays of Villefranche-sur-Mer and Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Enjoy the unique opportunity to visit the stunning medieval village of Èze, which sits atop the hill like an eagle's nest, and take-in the epic views of the French Riviera. Your driver-guide will then take you to Monaco, where you will walk to the emblematic Old Town perched on the rock. Discover the Prince's Palace and Romanesque-Byzantine Cathedral. Admire the famous Casino Square, the Grand Casino, luxury boutiques and Café de Paris. For a bit of adrenaline, ride on the Monaco Grand Prix circuit that sits between Monaco and Monte Carlo. Upon your return, the rest of the day is free to explore Nice at your leisure, visiting museums or enjoying the beach. Overnight stay in Nice.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Soco by HappyCulture or similar
tripadvisor rating

510 Reviews

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Activities

included
Half-Day Panoramic Tour of Nice, Èze & Monaco
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10th Day: Nice
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Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy the day discovering Nice at your own pace. We recommend making the most of your day by taking part in one of the following optional excursions (due to timings you are only able to do one of the two). If you prefer touring the countryside of Côte d'Azur* you’ll love our optional half-day tour, if you prefer a coastal discovery you will enjoy our full-day trip to Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud**. Overnight stay in Nice. 

*Optional half-day tour to the countryside of Côte d'Azur: Head to the Old Town of Grasse, the historic center of French perfumery since the late eighteenth century, where you’ll have the opportunity to visit Fragonard Perfumery. Next, head to Gourdon, one of the most beautiful villages in France where you’ll admire the panoramic view of the Côte d'Azur, from the Alps to the coast. Visit the 9th century castle and its opulent, Lenôtre designed gardens. Continue to Gorges du Loup, to admire the 130 ft waterfall. Next, visit the medieval village of Tourette-sur-Loup, also known as the ‘City of Violets’ as it became a meeting place for musicians, painters, writers and poets in the mid-1920s.The tour will end in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a real Provencal jewel that has become the favorite garden of many painters over time.

*Optional full-day excursion to Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud: Set-off early this morning, ready for this exciting sightseeing tour of two iconic locations. Kick-off your adventure on a boat ride from Port Grimaud, a picturesque lakeside town also known as "Little Venice", to the distinguished town of St. Tropez. Discover this legendary coastal town on the French Riviera that has attracted many international stars from the world of fashion, cinema and literature since the 1920s. Enjoy some free time in the picturesque old town for some shopping at the provincial market and maybe have lunch on a sun terrace. Enjoy the return journey to your hotel along the wonderful coastal road. Contemplate some of the most beautiful views of all France, stopping along the way to soak up these fantastic views.

Accommodation

ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Soco by HappyCulture or similar
tripadvisor rating

510 Reviews

See our full selection

Activities

Optional
Full-Day Excursion to Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud

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Half-Day Tour to the Countryside of the Côte d'Azur

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11th Day: Nice - UK/Ireland
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Breakfast* at the hotel. Self-transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the UK/Ireland.** Arrive in the UK/Ireland and end of your trip.**

* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

** You can book the optional transfer in the next step of the booking process.

Included activities

Included

Paris Sightseeing Tour

Included activity for day 2 in Paris

Discover some of the most iconic and memorable places of Paris and admire the beauty of this incredible and romantic city. See Place Vendôme Square, marvel at the Paris Opera House and head to the Latin Quarter to see the impressive Pantheon.

Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Wine tasting and guided tour of Cave de Vouvray

Included activity for day 3 in Tours

Follow our guide through the 3 km of tunnels dug into the local limestone beneath a vineyard, discovering 4 types of the Vouvray sparking wine made here.

Duration 01:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

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Visit to the Chambord Chateaux & Estate

Included activity for day 3

Visit the incredible Chambord Castle & Estate, one of the most emblematic chateaux in France and the finest example of French-Renaissance architecture!

Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Moderate

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Visit to the Castle of Chenonceau

Included activity for day 4 in Tours

Known as the 'Ladies Castle', this two-story castle perched on a bridge over the River Cher. Constructed in 1513, the castle is defined by an almost uninterrupted succession of women who built, restored and saved it.

Duration 02:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

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Available Activities

Activities are subject to availability. The price for each optional activity will be shown in the next step of the booking process.
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Departures in Winter on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Full-Day Excursion to Saint-Tropez and Port Grimaud

Suggested activity for day 10 in Nice

Begin with a boat ride from Port Grimaud, a picturesque lakeside town also known as "Little Venice", to the distinguished town of St. Tropez. Enjoy free time in the picturesque old town.

Physical rating:

Light

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Optional

Half-Day Tour to the Countryside of the Côte d'Azur

Suggested activity for day 10 in Nice

Discover the Old Town of Grasse and visit Fragonard Perfumery, Gourdon for a panoramic view of the Côte d'Azur, Gorges du Loup’s 130 ft waterfall, the medieval village of Tourette-sur-Loup and end in Saint-Paul-de-Vence.

Duration 05:00h Approx. Pick up time: info at destination

Physical rating:

Light

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The price includes

  • Included in all our trips. more information
  • Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
  • International flights: UK/Ireland - Paris, Nice - UK/Ireland .*
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  • 2nd class High speed train ticket Paris – Nice
  • 10 nights accommodation in Charm category hotels. **
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  • 10 Breakfasts.
  • Airport-hotel-airport transfers not included.
  • Entrance to the most famous Loire valley castles: Chambord, Chenonceau & Amboise and to Mont-St-Michel Abbey.
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  • Air taxes and fuel surcharge.
  • Sightseeing tour of Paris and guided tour of Normandy World War II landing beaches. Panoramic tour of Nice, Èze & Monaco.
  • ATOL Protection.
  • English speaking tour leader from day 3 to day 7. Driver-guide during Nice, Èze & Monaco tour.
  • Cheese factory experience with tasting & Wine tasting in the Caves de Vouvray.
*The cancellation policy applicable is according to the Terms and Conditions available and agreed at the time of your purchase

Not included

Train station transfers, tax, meals, drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

Airport transfers are not included in the program. You will have the possibility to add a private transfer for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.

* Airport transfers are not included. You can book the optional transfer in the next step of the booking process.

** Important: accommodation tax must be paid directly to the hotel (Approx. 1,50€ per person per night and from 2-3 € per person per night in Nice). 

Important: you could only choose one of the 2 optional excursions available for day 11. 

  • Entry requirements

    Valid passport with a minimum of six months validity.

  • Visa

    No visa is required.

  • Currency

    Euro.

  • Language

    French.

  • Electricity

    230 V. Adapter not required.

  • Health

    There are no mandatory vaccinations.

  • Time zone

    UTC + 01:00.

  • Other useful information

    Taxis do not have a particular colour, however you can spot them at the station or in the street by their luminous lettering on the roof of the car.

  • Tourist Office website

    http://ee.france.fr/

Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline's website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.

Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.

In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.

If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.

While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

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