TRIP OVERVIEW
This northern France tour is the perfect way for value-minded travel lovers to see the highlights of Paris plus the Loire Valley and Normandy. Beautiful scenery combined with famous landmarks and fascinating history sum up this tour. You’ll visit some of northern France’s interesting and charming towns, including Rouen, best known for its connection to Joan of Arc. Here, step into the splendid Gothic cathedral, which was once the world’s tallest building and the subject of a series of Claude Monet’s paintings, just like the water garden in Giverny, depicted in some of his most famous canvases. Visit Honfleur, a romantic port city; Rennes, with its traditional, timber-framed houses; Blois, a picturesque town in the Loire Valley, with its renaissance castle located in the town center; and Chartres, famous for pilgrimages to its 13th-century gothic cathedral. In Bayeux, follow the story of the Norman conquest of England in 1066 depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry, listed by UNESCO. Admire the cathedral, ramparts, and ancient walls of St. Malo, a fortified seaside resort. Memories of World War II history come to life as you visit the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach and the landing beaches. Other highlights of this affordable France tour include picturesque Mont St. Michel, situated on a rocky isle with its world-famous abbey. Spend a day at leisure in Châteaux Country with the opportunity to take an optional excursion to discover the Château of Chenonceau, a 16th-century, fairytale castle with a moat, drawbridge, and towers. From historic sights to picturesque sceneries, this is a dream vacation!
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:
Chartres Cathedral
Paris Banks of the Seine
The Loire Valley between Sully-sur-Loire and Chalonnes
Mont Saint Michel and its Bay
Your Tour Includes:
• Guided sightseeing in Paris, France’s iconic capital renowned for its historic landmarks, grand boulevards, and elegant architecture
• Visit to Monet’s Giverny Water Garden, the inspiration for many of the artist’s celebrated paintings
• Orientation tour of Rouen, featuring its magnificent Gothic cathedral
• Orientation tour of Honfleur, the picturesque Normandy harbor town known for its colorful waterfront
• Visit to Normandy D-Day sites of Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery
• Orientation tour of Mont St. Michel, the dramatic medieval abbey rising above the surrounding tidal bay
• Orientation tour of St. Malo, the historic walled port city on Brittany’s rugged coast
What’s Included:
Breakfast – 7
Dinner – 2
Pricing per person based on double occupancy:
Prices starting at $1999 based on October 29th tour
Available Dates for 2027: April 2nd, 16th and 30th, May 14th and 28th, June 11th and 25th, July 9th and 23rd, August 20th, September 3rd and 17th, October 1st and 29th
Tour prices are land only and per person based on double occupancy. Airfare and insurance are at an additional cost. Travel insurance is highly recommended, ask your travel agent for details.
Passports may be required and must be valid for six months after return date. Check CIBT.com for Visa Requirements
MEMBERSHIP CREDITS CANNOT BE USED FOR THIS VACATION
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