Normandy - Group departure - Voyages Gendron

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Discovering the Heritage of Normandy

The D-Day Landing Beaches, museums, castles, abbeys, parks, and gardens… A heritage to discover absolutely. Want to visit Normandy and wondering what to do? Here you will find an itinerary with various visits, excursions, and tastings. We will also go to Brittany and the Loire region for some visits.

This tour is a delightful mix of history and must-sees (Paris, Caen, the D-Day Landing Beaches…), but also includes lesser-known visits.

Paris
Rouen
Giverny
Honfleur
Deauville
Étretat
Fécamp
Caen
Saint-Malo
Cancale
Dinard

Includes:

Round-trip flight from Montreal to Paris
12 nights accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels (4 nights in Rouen, 3 nights in Bayeux, 3 nights in St Malo, 2 nights in Tours)
12 breakfasts, 12 dinners – without drinks, without bread
Over twenty visits, excursions, explorations, and tastings as mentioned in the detailed itinerary:
- Guided tour of Rouen themed around Joan of Arc
- Excursion to Claude Monet’s gardens in Giverny, visit to the Museum of Impressionists
- Guided tour of Deauville
- Visit to the house of Maurice Leblanc, the author of the “Arsène Lupin” book series
- Tasting of local cheeses with Norman flavors
- Visit to the Caen Memorial, a museum dedicated to World War II and the Battle of Normandy
- Historical visit to Omaha Beach
- Exploration of the Arromanches Museum about the events of June 6, 1944
- Visit to the Canadian Cemetery in Reviers to pay tribute to fallen soldiers
- Visit to the Hillman Site, a complex of German bunkers
- Guided tour of Saint-Malo
- Visit to Mont-Saint-Michel and its abbey, an iconic site and architectural marvel
- Visit to Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in the Loire, built on the Cher River. Boat cruise around the castle to admire the view from the river
- Visit to Château de Chambord, famous for its French Renaissance architecture
- Exploration of Clos Lucé, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci, with exhibitions on his inventions
Transfers by private coach
Earphones for the duration of the stay
Services of a Gendrontours group leader
Baggage fees for the first checked bag (23 kg)
Protection offered by the Travel Agent Client Compensation Fund
Taxes, including the tourist tax

Not included:

Tips
Meals and excursions other than those mentioned
Baggage fees with the airline

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Introduction of Mandatory ETIAS Permit for Travels to Europe

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Itinerary:

Itinerary

Day 1

Montréal - Paris

Day 2

Paris

Meet the guide at the airport, and depart for Normandy by coach.

Guided tour of Rouen on the theme of Joan of Arc, including iconic sites such as the Tower of Joan of Arc, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Old Market Square where Joan of Arc was burned in 1431.

Supper and overnight stay.

Hotel Paulette Rouen Cathedral 3* or similar.

(S)

Day 3

Giverny

Breakfast and departure by coach

Excursion to Claude Monet’s gardens in Giverny. Enjoy the beauty of the famous water gardens and the Japanese bridge.
Visit to the Museum of Impressionisms in Giverny to learn more about this artistic movement.
Stop at Claude Monet’s grave in the Giverny cemetery.

Supper and overnight stay.

Hotel Paulette Rouen Cathedral 3* or similar

(B-D)

Day 4

Honfleur & Deauville

Breakfast and departure by coach

Guided tour of Honfleur, a picturesque port known for its old harbor and charming houses.
Boat trip in Honfleur to discover the port and its surroundings from the water.
Guided tour of Deauville, a seaside resort renowned for its beaches, casinos, and film festivals.
Tasting of Calvados, a local apple brandy specialty, at a distillery.

Supper and overnight stay.

Hotel Paulette Rouen Cathédrale 3* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 5

Étretat & Fécamp

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Stroll in Étretat, famous for its impressive cliffs and natural arches.
Visit to the Jardins d’Étretat, a blend of modern and classic gardens with spectacular views of the sea.
Visit to the home of Maurice Leblanc, the author of the Arsène Lupin book series.
Excursion to Fécamp, with a visit to the Benedictine distillery.

Supper and overnight stay.

Hotel Paulette Rouen Cathédrale 3* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 6

Caen & its Abbayes

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Cheese tasting to start the day with Norman flavors.
Visit to the Caen Memorial, a museum dedicated to World War II and the Battle of Normandy.
Exploration of the Abbaye aux Hommes, a remarkable example of Romanesque architecture.
Discovery of the Abbaye aux Dames, another historic abbey in Caen.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Mercure Omaha Beach 4* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 7

D-Day landing beaches

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Historical visit to Omaha Beach, one of the D-Day landing beaches.
Exploration of the Arromanches Museum, which features exhibitions on the events of June 6, 1944.
Visit to the Canadian Cemetery in Reviers to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Mercure Omaha Beach 4* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 8

Second World War sites

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Visit to the Hillman site, a complex of German bunkers.
Discovery of the large bunker in Ouistreham, a museum located in a former bunker.
Stroll through the seaside resorts of Lion-sur-Mer and Hermanville-sur-Mer to admire the historic villas.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Mercure Omaha Beach 4* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 9

Saint-Malo

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Tasting of madeleines at the Jeannette biscuit factory for a gourmet touch.
Guided tour of Saint-Malo, including the old fortified town, ramparts, and Saint-Vincent Cathedral.
Free time to explore Saint-Malo at your own pace.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Ibis Styles Saint-Malo Port 3* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 10

Mont-Saint-Michel

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Visit Mont-Saint-Michel and its abbey, an iconic site and an architectural wonder.
Stop at the Biscuiterie de la Baie du Mont-Saint-Michel for gourmet souvenirs.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Hotel Ibis Styles Saint-Malo Port 3* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 11

Cancale & Dinan

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Visit to an oyster marine farm to learn more about oyster farming.
Exploration of Cancale and its market, famous for its oysters.
Tour of Dinan, a medieval town with half-timbered houses, cobbled streets, and ramparts.
Discovery of Dinard, an elegant seaside resort.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Ibis Styles Saint Malo Port 3* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 12

Loire Valley Castles

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Visit to the Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in the Loire Valley, built on the Cher River.
Boat cruise around the castle to admire the view from the river.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Hilton Garden Inn Tours 4* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 13

Château de Chambord & Clos Lucé

Breakfast and departure by coach.

Visit to the Château de Chambord, famous for its French Renaissance architecture.
Exploration of Clos Lucé, the last residence of Leonardo da Vinci, featuring exhibitions on his inventions.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Hilton Garden Inn Tours 4* or similar.

(B-D)

Day 14

Departure

Breakfast and departure by coach to go to the airport to catch your return flight.