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6-Day Loire Valley and Normandy

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Overview

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!
Culture & Arts
Sightseeing
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Train From Bordeaux to the Loire Valley

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Train From Bordeaux to the Loire Valley

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.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Le Clos d'Amboise4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Private Tour Royal Castle of Amboise & Clos Lucé

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    Transportations

    Train from Bordeaux Saint-Jean Station to Saint-Pierre-des-Corps

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    Destinations

    Amboise

Day 2

Castles & Wine in the Loire Valley

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Castles & Wine in the Loire Valley

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.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Le Clos d'Amboise4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Private Tour: Castles and Wine in the Loire Valley

    Château de Chenonceau

    Château de Chambord

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Amboise

    Chenonceaux

    Chambord

Day 3

Travel From the Loire Valley to Bayeux

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Travel From the Loire Valley to Bayeux

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.

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    Accommodation

    Domaine De Bayeux

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bayeux

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    Transportations

    Train from Tours to Caen

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Amboise

    Bayeux

Day 4

Private D-Day Sites

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Private D-Day Sites

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.

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    Accommodation

    Domaine De Bayeux

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    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

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    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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Day Tour at Pays d'Auge On Your Way to Rouen

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.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Private Day Tour Pays d'Auge and the Côte Fleurie

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bayeux

    Deauville

    Rouen

Day 6

Private Walking Tour in Rouen

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Private Walking Tour in Rouen

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.

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    Activities

    Private Walking Tour in Rouen

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Rouen

Included in Price

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 13 activities
  • 5 breakfasts and 1 lunch
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Airport transfer
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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