Destination- CENTRAL EUROPE - 11D8N BIENVENUE NORTHERN FRANCE (APR - OCT)
Assemble at the airport and enjoy your flight to Paris.
Travel through historic cities and pristine port towns on your way to the Normandy coast. Visit Rouen, capital of Normandy, home to a large 16th century Gros Horloge (Great-Clock) and the gothic, two-towered Rouen Cathedral. Walk through the Old Market Square where Joan of Arc was executed.
Visit Fecamp, a coastal town north of Le Havre, and explore its beaches, museums, and churches. Then, travel to Etretat, a farming and tourism village, and marvel at its stunning chalk cliffs, including the iconic “pointed needle” and three arches. Finally, head to Honfleur, the gem of Normandy, at the mouth of the Seine River. Wander along the cobblestone streets and admire the medieval, half-timbered Saint Catherine’s Church.
Travel through Bocage country to explore the striking 8th-century island of Mont-Saint-Michel. See how the UNESCO-recognized site, perched high on a granite rock, is surrounded by water at high tide and quicksand at low tide. Pass by medieval houses and then enter the Benedictine Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel with your local guide. Next, drive along the Brittany region’s Emerald then continue your journey toward the Saint-Malo.
This morning, get a look at Saint- Malo Cathedral and Château de Saint-Malo, originally a symbol of ducal and royal power which now houses a museum covering the long maritime history of Saint-Malo, the WWII Occupation as well as the destruction and reconstruction of the town. Spend a free afternoon in Brittany or join an excursion to Cancale, the oyster capital. Visit an oyster farm, taste different Breton oysters with wine, and enjoy some free time before back to St Malo.
Optional: Emerald coast & Cancale Tour
We journey on to the Loire Valley, known for its ornate château, where we will spend the next two nights. You’ll enjoy a perfect stop at Les Caves Ambacia winery, explore 150 years of wine history and sample 3 French wines.
Visit the most famous castle in the region, Château de Chambord, commissioned by King Francis I and designed by Leonardo da Vinci. It is the largest and most majestic castle of the Loire, a symbol of the French Renaissance and the power of a ruler who loved the arts. Have a free evening in the Loire Valley or join an excursion to Tours, one of France’s classical cathedral cities.
Optional: Tours City Tour
Return to France's capital city and begin the sightseeing tour of Paris. Drive down the sycamore-lined Champs-Élysées to view the Arc de Triomphe. View the Eiffel Tower, the Palais Garnier Opera House, and Place de la Concorde, the city’s grandest square. Marvel at the iconic architecture of the Louvre before heading over to Galeries Lafayette – the biggest department store in Paris for your long-awaited shopping spree. You may also wish to join an optional scenic Seine River cruise.
Enjoy a free day at your own leisure. Versailles Palace & Gardens or outlet shopping at La Vallee Village, and a scenic Seine River Cruise before heading to Galeries Lafayette for more shopping.
Optional: Paris Full Day Tour with Chinese Lunch
Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure till it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.
We hope you enjoyed your trip with our company and we look forward to seeing you again for your next trip.
Suggested Excursions:
Additional activities that complement your holidays will be at your own discretion and is entirely optional.
*Minimum group size may apply.
• Emerald coast & Cancale Tour: €125 / €105
• Tours City Tour: €59 / €49
• Full Day Paris with Chinese Lunch Tour: €129 / €109
• Seine River Cruise: €25
Tipping Guideline: (based on 11D8N)
• Tipping: €88 per person
Notes:
• A minimum group size of 15 passengers is required for a confirmed departure.
• The sequence of the itinerary, flight schedules and hotels are subject to change without prior notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
• Activities are subject to weather conditions.
• Chateau de Chambord visit is subject to the Chateau’s opening hours. In the event of special events closed to visitors, it will be replaced with a visit to Château de Chanonceau without prior notice.
• During major events, accommodation may be relocated to outside of the city or in another city without prior notice.
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Tour code: ECNFRS
It’s hard to imagine anywhere more beautiful than northern France; from castles to châteaux, royal coronations to glorious gardens, the breathtaking splendor of the region will win your heart in no time.