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    Normandy, Mont-Saint-Michel & Versailles

    France in 7 Days, 5 Nights in Destination

    Irene, Travel Expert

    Irene
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    Take a journey through some of Northern France’s most iconic landmarks, beginning in Paris before visiting the historic beaches of Normandy, Mont-Saint-Michel island, and the Palace of Versailles.

    Trip Highlights

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      Caen
    2. map-pin-check-icon
      Mont Saint Michel
    3. map-pin-check-icon
      Normandy
    4. map-pin-check-icon
      Paris
    5. map-pin-check-icon
      Versailles

    Included

    1. All flights

    2. Accommodation

    3. Some transfers

    4. Activities

    5. Breakfast only

    Availability

    1. Departures available until March 2026

    2. Available Group tours

    3. Solo travelers from + $500

    4. Add up to 3 nights to your stay

    5. WHAT'S THIS?

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    1. superior included

    2. WHAT'S THIS?

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    Itinerary

    Land in Paris ready to begin your French adventure. Next, head to Normandy. Tour the beaches made famous by the D-Day landings along with historic towns. Continue on to Mont-Saint-Michel, a tiny island village with an instantly recognizable abbey, and then tour the palace and grounds of Versailles.

    1st Day: US - Night on board

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    Arrive* at your chosen departure airport in the US, ready for a flight to Paris. Night on board.

    *If your outbound flight departs in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

    2nd Day: Paris

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    Land at the Paris airport and self-transfer* to your hotel**. Paris is the cultural and political capital of France, replete with grand boulevards, historic museums, and luxe shopping. Take some time to discover the city’s most famous tourist sites, the local culture, and of course the typical French cuisine. Overnight stay in Paris.

    *Airport transfer in Paris is 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.

     

    **You will have the option to add early check-in on arrival in the next step of the booking process. To guarantee optional services, we recommend that you add them to your current booking, as they are subject to availability.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mercure Paris Porte de Ve... or similar
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    136 Reviews

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    3rd Day: Paris - Beaches of Normandy - Caen

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Say goodbye to the cosmopolitan bustle of Paris as you head north towards the beaches of Normandy. Stop in the charming village of Sainte-Marie-du-Mont on arrival in this picturesque region, known for its rugged landscape and seaside towns. Learn more about Normandy’s pivotal role in World War II by visiting the Utah, Omaha, and Juno beaches where Allied troops landed in 1944 to turn the tide of the conflict. Afterwards, head to historic Caen and check in to your hotel for the evening. Overnight stay in Caen.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Novotel Caen Côte de Nacr... or similar
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    393 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Visit the D-Day landing beaches

    Light

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    4th Day: Caen - Mont Saint Michel - Caen

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Depart in the morning for Mont-Saint-Michel. This tiny tidal island and UNESCO World Heritage Site sits about 1 km off the coast of mainland France, and hosts a permanent population of just 29 people. At low tide, pilgrims would walk across the seafloor to visit the islet’s stunning Abbey, a local landmark visible from quite a distance. Explore Mont-Saint-Michel on your own, with an option to enter the Abbey*. Head back to your hotel in the afternoon. Overnight stay in Caen.

    *Optional entrance to Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey: Dive deeper into the rich history of the abbey, which is an essential part of the town as a whole and a protected monument since 1862.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Novotel Caen Côte de Nacr... or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    393 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    included
    Visit to Mont-Saint-Michel

    Moderate

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    5th Day: Caen - Palace of Versailles - Paris

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Check out of your hotel in Caen and start your journey back to Paris by road. Before leaving Normandy, make a stop at one of the local cidreries, where delicious apple cider is produced. Discover how it’s made and be sure to try some for yourself!

    Continue your journey, arriving at the Palace of Versailles in the afternoon. Visit this UNESCO-listed chateau and enjoy a visit of the structure and grounds, learning about its former inhabitants from the Sun King to Marie Antoinette. When finished, make the short drive into Paris and check in to your hotel there. Overnight stay in Paris.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mercure Paris Porte de Ve... or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    136 Reviews

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    Activities

    included
    Cider tasting in Normandy

    Light

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    included
    Visit to the Palace of Versailles

    Moderate

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    6th Day: Paris

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    Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a free day in Paris, enjoying all that this European capital has to offer. As this is your last full day in France, be sure to take full advantage! Try visiting the Louvre* on one of our optional excursions, or just bring a baguette and some cheese to a picturesque Parisian park. Overnight in Paris.

    *Optional Louvre Museum & Cruise on the Seine: Get two fun activities all in one! Visit the Louvre to admire some great works of art, plus hop on a boat and cruise down the Seine, taking in the Parisian skyline from the water.

    Accommodation

    ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
    Mercure Paris Porte de Ve... or similar
    tripadvisor rating

    136 Reviews

    See our full selection

    Activities

    Optional
    Louvre Museum and cruise on the Seine

    Light

    See more

    7th Day: Paris - US

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    Breakfast* at the hotel. At the indicated time, self-transfer to the airport** for your return flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your journey.

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

    **Airport transfer in Paris is 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.

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    Included activities

    Included

    Visit the D-Day landing beaches

    Included activity for day 3

    Step back in time with a visit to the beaches of the famous Allied landings during World War II. See Utah, Omaha, and Juno beaches and learn more about the events surrounding this pivotal turning point.

    Duration 02:45h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Visit to Mont-Saint-Michel

    Included activity for day 4

    Visit Mont-Saint-Michel, a small island off the coast of mainland France, which is known as a destination for pilgrims and for its stunning abbey which sits atop the town.

    Duration 02:00h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

    more information
    Included

    Cider tasting in Normandy

    Included activity for day 5

    Stop at a local “cidrerie” and learn more about the process of making apple cider in the traditional French manner. Taste some cider for yourself as part of the tour!

    Duration 01:30h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    more information
    Included

    Visit to the Palace of Versailles

    Included activity for day 5

    Take a tour of the iconic Palace of Versailles, a symbol of French royal power and grandeur in the 17th and 18th centuries. See rooms like the Hall of Mirrors as well as the palace gardens.

    Duration 01:30h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Moderate

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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.
    Optional

    Louvre Museum and cruise on the Seine

    Suggested activity for day 6 in Paris

    Visit the iconic Louvre Museum, exploring one of the world’s great art museums independently, with a separate cruise down the Seine included in your ticket price.

    Duration 02:30h Approx.

    Physical rating:

    Light

    Confirmation subject to availabilty. For security reasons, you must present a valid ID card at the entrance to the museum.

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    The price includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Paris - US.
    • 5 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.*
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    • 5 Breakfasts.
    • Visits and entrance fees as is indicated in the itinerary.
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    • Air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Cider Tasting in Normandy.
    • Visit to Landing Beaches, Mont Saint-Michel and Versailles Palace.
    • English-speaking guide from day 3 to 5.

    Not 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.

    Tax*, meals, drinks, tips**, and any other services not mentioned in what's included.

    *Important: accommodation tax in France must be paid directly to the hotel (this amount can range from 5 EUR to 11 EUR approximately per person per night and it depends on the selected category).

    **Suggested tip amount: 7 EUR per person per day.

    • Entry requirements

      Valid passport with a minimum of six months validity.

    • Visa

      No visa is required for tourist stays of up to 90 days.

    • Currency

      Euro.

    • Language

      French.

    • Electricity

      230 V. Adapter required.

    • Health

      There are no mandatory vaccinations required.

    • 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 +1 888-488-0592 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.

    Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.

    Booster seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.

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