Normandy History Tour
Explore Monet's Garden (Giverny), the old town of Rouen and the WWII D-Day landing beaches, and take in Normandy's rich history.
France Highlights Private Small Group Tour · 8 Days 7 Nights
8-Day France Private Tour: Paris, Normandy & Loire Valley Heritage
Paris · Monet's Garden · Rouen · Mont-Saint-Michel · Saint-Malo · Loire Valley Châteaux
8 days and 7 nightsParis departure and arrival
Starting from HK$26,780 per personTour runs with a minimum of 4 people
Private driver/guidePrivate wagon transfers throughout
Historic Sites & ChâteauxNormandy's historic sites and the Loire Valley
Private small group tour price reference
Know your budget, then customize according to your needs.
From HK$26,780 per person
- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 4 people
- Price terms
- Prices are confirmed based on departure date, number of travelers, and room type.
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
FRANCE HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
8-Day Essentials of France: Paris, Normandy Historic Sites, and Loire Valley Castles
This 8-day, 7-night private small group tour of France is designed for lovers of history and architecture! Setting off from Paris, the City of Light, your dedicated driver-guide takes you deep into Normandy to visit Monet's Garden, the old town of Rouen and the historic WWII D-Day landing beaches. Next, discover Mont-Saint-Michel, the World Heritage Site rising alone from the sea, and stroll the cobbled lanes of Brittany, before heading into the Loire Valley to explore Renaissance treasures such as Château de Chenonceau and Château de Chambord. Comfortable 4-star hotels and dedicated transfers are arranged throughout, so you can immerse yourself in the romance and rich heritage of France without a care.
Paris Rouen Caen Mont-Saint-Michel Rennes Amboise Paris
Mont-Saint-Michel and Brittany
Visit the World Heritage abbey standing alone in the sea, and stroll the charming cobbled lanes of Saint-Malo and Dinan.
Loire Valley Châteaux
Explore Château de Chenonceau, which spans the river, and Château de Chambord, a Renaissance architectural gem.
Included
- 7 nights' accommodation at the 4-star hotels listed in the itinerary, with daily breakfast
- Professional guide services and all admission tickets and activity fees specified in the itinerary
- One specialty dinner in Amboise
- Private transfers: private wagon throughout (for 3-4 people)
- Basic travel insurance
Exclusions
- Return international airfare
- Palace of Versailles tickets (optional purchase)
- Tips for the driver and guide, lunches and all other dinners
- Porterage fees at airports, stations and hotels
- Other personal expenses not mentioned
8-DAY ITINERARY
8-day, 7-night suggested itinerary
Actual transportation arrangements and tour times may be adjusted according to the departure date, local operating conditions, and traffic conditions.
Day 1
Arrival in Paris
Upon arrival, your private vehicle will transfer you to the hotel. Meet your guide and take a rest to prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
Day 2
Paris: Historic Landmarks and Montmartre Art Tour
Discover Paris's grand boulevards and monuments on a guided tour. In the afternoon, explore the artistic charm of Montmartre, famous for its painters, cabarets, and authentic French cuisine.
Day 3
Paris: Palace of Versailles and Free Time
Visit the magnificent Palace of Versailles (entry not included) to admire its royal apartments and French gardens. Enjoy a free afternoon in Paris or join an optional Seine River cruise.
Day 4
Paris → Monet's Garden → Rouen → Landing Beaches → Caen
Travel to Normandy to visit Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny. Explore Rouen Cathedral before heading to Arromanches to reflect on D-Day history. Overnight in Caen.
Day 5
Caen → Mont-Saint-Michel → Saint-Malo → Dinan → Rennes
Visit the iconic Mont Saint-Michel Abbey. Continue to the walled city of St. Malo for lunch, then explore the charming medieval village of Dinan before arriving in Rennes.
Day 6
Rennes → Angers → Loire Valley (Villandry) → Amboise
Enter the Loire Valley via Angers. Visit the stunning geometric gardens of Château de Villandry. Spend the night in the medieval town of Amboise and enjoy a specialty dinner
Day 7
Amboise → Château de Chenonceau → Château de Chambord → Paris
Visit Clos Lucé (Da Vinci’s home), the elegant Château de Chenonceau spanning the river, and the architectural masterpiece Château de Chambord. Return to Paris in the afternoon.
Day 8
Depart Paris → Airport Transfer
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule, concluding your historic French journey.
STAY IN FRANCE
Hotel Options
We will select comfortable and high-quality 4-star accommodations for you throughout your stay. Final hotels are subject to availability.
PARIS
Paris (4 nights in total)
- MERCURE PORTE D’ORLEANS (4★) or similar
CAEN
Caen (1 night)
- ZENITH CAEN (4★) or similar
RENNES
Rennes (1 night)
- NOVOTEL RENNES ALMA (4★) or similar
AMBOISE
Amboise (1 night)
- NOVOTEL AMBOISE (4★) or similar
Important Notes
- Once an order is confirmed, it is non-refundable and non-changeable, and will be confirmed within 3 business days.
- The order of the itinerary may be adjusted due to weather, traffic or flights. If a sight is closed, it will be replaced with an equivalent experience.
- Visa information: travellers must hold a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of return, and any required visas. The company accepts no responsibility for problems with personal travel documents.
- Important note:Monet's House (Giverny) is closed every year from November to March of the following year; during this period the itinerary will not stop there.
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