Paris, Loire Castles & Normandy

France in 9 Days, 7 Nights in Destination

A complete historical tour of France! From Paris head to the castles of the Loire Valley, next visit Mont-St-Michel, then to the WW-II landing beaches in Normandy, rounding off your epic French adventure with a cheese-tasting.

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Travel: 9 Days

Accommodations: 7 Nights in Destination

Meals: Breakfast only

Itinerary: View Day-by-Day Trip Itinerary

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HIGHLIGHTS

Caen
Loire Valley
Mont Saint-Michel
Normandy
Paris
Tours

INCLUSIONS

All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Breakfast only

Itinerary

Begin your adventure in Paris. Spend nights surrounded by castles and renaissance culture in the incredible Loire Valley. Visit Mont-Saint-Michel, one of the most important Unesco World Heritage sites located on a small island and enjoy amazing views of the wonderful landscapes of the Normandy coast. Finally, discover the historical World War II landing beaches, a culturally enriching experience.

1st Day: Canada - Night on board

Ready to discover the spectacular cities and landscapes of France? Arrive at your departure airport to catch a flight to Paris.* Night on board.

* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart 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

Arrive at Paris airport and self-transfer* to your hotel**. Paris is the capital of France and a great place to discover the city’s most famous tourist sights, the local culture and cuisine. Overnight stay in Paris.

* Airport transfers in Paris are 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.

3rd Day: Paris

Breakfast at the hotel. Discover the city’s most famous tourist sights and monuments on a Half Day Sightseeing Tour by bus with a professional English-speaking guide. Marvel at Paris’s best-known sights: Place Vendôme Square, place de l’opera, the Pantheon, Place de la Concorde, the Champs-Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe, the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower. End your tour in the city center. Why not grab a bite to eat in one of the many cafés or do a spot of shopping in this shoppers haven. The rest of the day is free to explore Paris at your leisure. Overnight stay in Paris.

Activities – included
Paris Sightseeing Tour

4th Day: Paris - Chambord - Tours

After breakfast, meet your English-speaking tour leader and depart Paris by coach towards the Loire Valley and its wonders of the Renaissance period. First stop is a visit to The Chambord Estate, one of the most emblematic examples of Renaissance castle architecture in France. Enjoy some free time to stroll at your own pace through the heart of the castle and its gardens. Take a break for lunch before continung to an included wine tasting in the beautiful limestone Caves de Vouvray, where you’ll discover local sparking wines. Following this visit, transfer to the historic city of Tours and check-in at the hotel before a free evening. Overnight stay in Tours.

*Entry to the estate included. Guests will have the option to pay for an audio-guide separately.

Activities – included

Visit to the Chambord Chateaux & Estate

Wine tasting and guided tour of Cave de Vouvray

5th Day: Tours - Chenonceau - Tours

After Breakfast at the hotel, explore the magnificent Castle of Chenonceau*. The two-story gallery stands upon a graceful arched bridge that crosses the Cher River which gives the impression that the castle is floating on water. Also known as “The Ladies’ Castle”, it was initially constructed in 1513. Equalling the beauty of the interior, the Château’s Renaissance French Gardens are perfectly landscaped with decorative pools and flower beds and are an important destination for garden lovers from all over the world. In the afternoon, visit the Royal Château of Amboise, an emblematic monument of the Loire Valley. The palace was built above the river, with landscaped gardens stretching from the earth to the sky, offering one of the most remarkable panoramas of the Loire. Overnight stay in Tours.

* Only entrance included with the possibility to book an audio-guide on the spot.

Activities – included

Visit to the Castle of Chenonceau

Castle of Amboise

6th Day: Tours - Mont Saint Michel - Caen

After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of WW-II’s major sights. Visit, learn about and pay homage to Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach and the Colleville-Sur-Mer Cemetery of the Allied Forces. After this solemn educational tour, spend a tranquil afternoon on your own exploring Caen. Located near the English Channel, Caen is a historic city replete with mediaeval architecture and the tomb of William the Conqueror. Overnight stay in Caen.

Activities – included

Normandy WW-II Landing Beaches

7th Day: Caen - Day Beaches Tour - Caen

Activities – included
Normandy WW-II Landing Beaches

8th Day: Caen - Honfleur - Paris

After breakfast, learn more about the best food and drink that this rich region of France has to offer, starting with a visit to the Village du Fromager. See all stages of cheese production and enjoy tasting the different types of cheese on offer. After the visit, head to Honfleur in time for a lunch break. This small city and harbour dates back to the Vikings invasion in the 11th century. After a couple of hours exploring the city, continue eastwards until reaching Paris. Overnight stay in Paris.

Please bear in mind that the transfer from Caen to Paris will be around 240km, approximately 3 hours of driving.

Activities – included

Village Fromager and Cheese Tasting

9th Day: Paris - Canada

Breakfast* at the hotel. Self-transfer to the airport for your return flight back to Canada.** Arrive in Canada and end of your trip.***

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

** You can book the optional transfer, ask for details.

*** Depending on the return flight schedule, you may arrive in Canada the next day.

Terms & Conditions:

Prices quoted are per person based on double occupancy, for select dates and gateways, and reflect all promotional savings, and are subject to availability at time of booking. Prices are available from other departure cities, contact your travel agent. Prices were valid at time of publishing and are subject to change without notice. Promotional offer may be changed or withdrawn at any time.