Get lost in the Medieval beauty and long history of northwestern France as you explore the castles, villages and the infamous D-Day sites.
Experience the Loire Valley, where France's regal and artistic past meet. You'll spend your time bouning between the most reputed castles and Da Vinci's and Monet's favourite places to explore. Arriving in Normandy, no tour in northern France is complete without exploring the D-Day beaches. Your guide will go into great detail about the strategy behind both sides.
Your France tour will finish on the beautiful Cote Fleurie and in Medieval Rouen where you'll get a taste for northern traditions in this stunning old town!Get lost in the Medieval beauty and long history of northwestern France as you explore the castles, villages and the infamous D-Day sites.
Experience the Loire Valley, where France's regal and artistic past meet. You'll spend your time bouning between the most reputed castles and Da Vinci's and Monet's favourite places to explore. Arriving in Normandy, no tour in northern France is complete without exploring the D-Day beaches. Your guide will go into great detail about the strategy behind both sides.
Your France tour will finish on the beautiful Cote Fleurie and in Medieval Rouen where you'll get a taste for northern traditions in this stunning old town!
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Itinerary
Day 1
Train From Bordeaux to the Loire Valley
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You'll start your France tour by taking the high-speed train from Bordeaux to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps. You'll then transfer to the hotel in Amboise where you can refresh yourself. In the afternoon, you'll head out on a private guided tour of the Amboise Royal Castle and the Clos Lucé, the final home of Leonardo da Vinci.
Accommodation
Hotel Le Clos d'Amboise★4 star
Activities
Private Tour Royal Castle of Amboise & Clos Lucé
Transportations
Train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean Station to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps
Destinations
Amboise
Day 2
Castles & Wine in the Loire Valley
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This morning, you'll meet your driver-guide in Amboise for a tour to Chenonceau and Chambord. You'll start the day with Chenonceau Castle, one of the most exquisite chateaus in the Loire Valley. After lunch in Amboise tasting wine and local produce, you'll visit Chambord Castle, a unique monument known for its architecture and proportions. In the evening, you may want to take a ride on a hot air balloon at sunset while admiring the Loire countryside from above.
Accommodation
Hotel Le Clos d'Amboise★4 star
Activities
Private Tour: Castles and Wine in the Loire Valley
Château de Chenonceau
Château de Chambord
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Amboise
Chenonceaux
Chambord
Day 3
Travel From the Loire Valley to Bayeux
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After breakfast in your hotel, you'll travel in first class on the train from Tours to Caen. When you arrive you'll be greeted by your private transfer to your hotel in Bayeux. This afternoon is free for you to explore beautiful Bayeux. Take your time to stroll around the old town, famous for its tapestry and medieval architecture with Gothic and Renaissance churches and houses, perfectly preserved.
Accommodation
Domaine De Bayeux
Activities
Bayeux
Transportations
Train from Tours to Caen
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Amboise
Bayeux
Day 4
Private D-Day Sites
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After breakfast, you'll head out for a full-day, small-group tour of the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy. Your local guide will help you to understand the details of Operation Overlord. At every stop, your guide will explain the situation and the strategy on both sides. You’ll be able to visit the German Cemetery, St Mère church, Utah beach, Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, the American Cemetery and you'll have some free time to walk around at each site.
Accommodation
Domaine De Bayeux
Activities
D-Day Sites Private Tour
La Cambe German War Cemetery
Sainte-Mere-Eglise
Utah Beach
Pointe du Hoc
Omaha Beach
Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Bayeux
France
La Cambe
Sainte-Mère-Église
Sainte-Marie-du-Mont
Cricqueville-en-Bessin
Colleville-sur-Mer
Day 5
Day Tour at Pays d'Auge On Your Way to Rouen
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Discover beautiful countryside with rolling hills and picturesque fishing villages on your way to Rouen. You will stop on the Cote Fleurie, the flower coast, where you'll be free to sample the regional cuisine and take in the beauty of the coastline which is rich in history. Continue your day with this incredibly varied architecture which will take you right into Middle Ages before you reach Rouen, where you stop for the night.
Accommodation
Hotel Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale★4 star
Activities
Private Day Tour Pays d'Auge and the Côte Fleurie
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Bayeux
Deauville
Rouen
Day 6
Private Walking Tour in Rouen
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Discover Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy. This old French city is known locally as “the city with a hundred bells chiming in the air,” which opens its gates to you. Explore the city's cathedral, where you can see famous paintings by Claude Monet; its stone facade that reflects the colours of the sun, and the colourful stained-glass windows, permeating with light. Rouen is also the birthplace of Impressionism, you'll explore the history of the style in its streets to finish your tour.
Activities
Private Walking Tour in Rouen
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Rouen
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What’s included?
5 nights accommodation
13 activities
5 breakfasts and 1 lunch
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Airport transfer
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 7,166/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
France in 6 days
4-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
