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Treasures of France Including Normandy
Travel from Paris to the D-Day Landing Beaches of Normandy and on to the beautiful Loire Valley on this in-depth France and Normandy tour. Imagine life as a French noble as you are welcomed to a 17...
Travel from Paris to the D-Day Landing Beaches of Normandy and on to the beautiful Loire Valley on this in-depth France and Normandy tour. Imagine life as a French noble as you are welcomed to a 17th-century château and learn about the battles that were fought here through the ages.
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Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Mont-Saint-Michel and Châteaux of the Loire Valley and Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches
- Discover Rouen, Honfleur, Chartres and Paris
- Visit the Normandy D-Day Landing Beaches, the monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel, the Châteaux of Amboise and Chenonceau and Chartres Cathedral
- View the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
Iconic Experience
- Paris: Explore the iconic sights and streets of Paris on an orientation drive this evening.
- Honfleur: Admire the harbor town of Honfleur and its beautiful colorful storefronts.
- Normandy Beaches: Step inside one of Normandy’s oldest working distilleries, where Calvados has been crafted since 1820. Learn about the traditional production process and the region’s deep connection to apple brandy. After exploring the distillery, enjoy a tasting that offers a true flavor of Normandy.
- Normandy Beaches: Spend the morning visiting the American Rangers Memorial and pay tribute to those who lost their lives on D-Day Landing Beach.
- Omaha Beach: Join an emotive journey tracing the story of the D-Day landings and visit Omaha Beach.
- Mont-Saint-Michel: Savor your first sight of the fortified island of Mont Saint-Michel and cross the causeway to explore the tidal island town.
- Amboise: Visit the Amboise Royal Château with your Local Specialist where you will see the home of Leonardo da Vinci's tomb.
- Chateau Chenonceau: Visit Château de Chenonceau or commonly known as 'Ladies Castle' which got its name from the many women who influenced its construction.
- Chartres: Bask in the beautiful religious architecture from the 13th century as you explore the town of Chartres.
Be My Guest
- Le Mans: Walk among the wild hyacinths in the beautiful gardens of the 17th-century Chateau d'Eporce, during a unique Be My Guest experience. Enjoy a selection of local wines and taste some home-cooked specialties created by the chateau’s resident culinary expert, Lydia.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Amboise: Visit Maison Bigot in Amboise, a charming family-run chocolate shop. Immerse yourself in rich traditions as you learn about the craft and indulge in a lovely tasting experience.
- Tour
- France
- Trafalgar
- Country Explorer
Details
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar
- Start City
- Paris
- End City
- Paris
- Duration (Days)
- 8
- Activity Level
- Country Explorer
Highlights
- Country Explorer
- Country Explorer
Pricing & departures
| Option | From | Departs | Returns |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin | USD 2,995 | June 13, 2026 | June 20, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,995 | June 13, 2026 | June 20, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,925 | June 13, 2026 | June 20, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,895 | June 13, 2026 | June 20, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,825 | June 27, 2026 | July 4, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,825 | June 27, 2026 | July 4, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,745 | June 27, 2026 | July 4, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,725 | June 27, 2026 | July 4, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,825 | July 4, 2026 | July 11, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,825 | July 4, 2026 | July 11, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,750 | July 4, 2026 | July 11, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,695 | July 4, 2026 | July 11, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,825 | July 18, 2026 | July 25, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,825 | July 18, 2026 | July 25, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,750 | July 18, 2026 | July 25, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,695 | July 18, 2026 | July 25, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,795 | August 1, 2026 | August 8, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,795 | August 1, 2026 | August 8, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,715 | August 1, 2026 | August 8, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,655 | August 1, 2026 | August 8, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,795 | August 15, 2026 | August 22, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,795 | August 15, 2026 | August 22, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,715 | August 15, 2026 | August 22, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,655 | August 15, 2026 | August 22, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,795 | August 29, 2026 | September 5, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,795 | August 29, 2026 | September 5, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,725 | August 29, 2026 | September 5, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,695 | August 29, 2026 | September 5, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 2,995 | September 5, 2026 | September 12, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 2,995 | September 5, 2026 | September 12, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 2,925 | September 5, 2026 | September 12, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,875 | September 5, 2026 | September 12, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 3,095 | September 12, 2026 | September 19, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 3,095 | September 12, 2026 | September 19, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 3,025 | September 12, 2026 | September 19, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,975 | September 12, 2026 | September 19, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 3,095 | September 19, 2026 | September 26, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 3,095 | September 19, 2026 | September 26, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 3,020 | September 19, 2026 | September 26, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,975 | September 19, 2026 | September 26, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 3,325 | September 26, 2026 | October 3, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 3,325 | September 26, 2026 | October 3, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 3,250 | September 26, 2026 | October 3, 2026 |
| Single | USD 4,195 | September 26, 2026 | October 3, 2026 |
| Twin | USD 3,095 | October 3, 2026 | October 10, 2026 |
| TwinShare | USD 3,095 | October 3, 2026 | October 10, 2026 |
| Triple | USD 3,020 | October 3, 2026 | October 10, 2026 |
| Single | USD 3,975 | October 3, 2026 | October 10, 2026 |
Day by day
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Day 1
Bonjour Paris
Bienvenue! The 'City of Light' welcomes you as you prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey through France. Join your fellow travelers and Travel Director this afternoon for an orientation drive to admire the glittering cityscape of Paris – past grand boulevards and iconic sites like the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe and get to know your traveling companions over dinner this evening. Locations: Paris
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Day 2
Admire Normandy’s Colorful Honfleur
Leave Paris behind and head to Rouen, where the story of Joan of Arc comes to life in the very place she met her fate. From here, you'll continue to the charming port town of Honfleur, with its half-timbered buildings and colorful harbourfront that’s long drawn the eye of artists. Take time to wander its cobbled streets and see the views that inspired Monet and Boudin before heading to Distillerie Busnel, one of Normandy’s oldest working distilleries. Step inside to discover the craft of Calvados, and round off your visit with a tasting that brings the region’s flavors to life. Locations: Paris, Rouen, Cormeilles-en-Parisis, Honfleur, Normandy Beaches
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Day 3
Explore the D-Day Landing Beaches
Today you'll explore the poignant D-Day Landing Beaches in the company of your Local Specialist. Begin with a visit to the American Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. Pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives at Omaha Beach, imagining the mingled sense of terror and triumph felt on the day Allied forces set foot on mainland Europe. Stop for lunch in the seaside town of Arromanches, setting of the Mulberry Harbor, once at the heart of the Normandy landings. Later, you could join an Optional Experience in Bayeux for a mini train ride through the town, followed by dinner in a local restaurant. Locations: Normandy Beaches, Omaha Beach, Arromanches-les-Bains, Normandy Beaches
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Day 4
Journey through Picturesque Normandy and Brittany
Travel through the Normandy countryside admiring the land of Calvados before exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed bay of the Mont-Saint-Michel. Your Local Specialist reveals the history of the impressive medieval Benedictine Abbey perched on the hilltop. In Brittany enjoy the afternoon your way or perhaps, discover the beauty of the port city Saint-Malo with a Local Specialist on an Optional Experience. Locations: Normandy Beaches, Mont-Saint-Michel, Le Tronchet
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Day 5
Continue to the Beautiful Loire Valley
Journey onward through scenic countryside, stopping to Connect With Locals at a lunch with wine in a 17th-century château during a Be My Guest experience set within beautiful grounds. Later, continue to the beautiful Loire Valley, where we will spend the next two nights. Locations: Le Tronchet, Loire Valley
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Day 6
Discover the Stunning French Châteaux
In the morning, you are invited to taste hand-crafted chocolate at Maison Bigot for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Afterwards, you'll spend the day admiring the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley and join a Local Specialist for a visit to the Amboise Royal Château. It is here that King François I hosted Leonardo da Vinci, whose tomb now lies in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert adjoining the château. You will continue with a visit to Château de Chenonceau, built on the Cher River. The château is often referred to as the 'Ladies Castle', due to the many women who influenced its construction and development. Today it contains priceless collections, including Renaissance furniture, tapestries and masterpieces by Rubens and Tintoretto. Locations: Loire Valley, Amboise, Chenonceaux, Loire Valley
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Day 7
Continue to Chartres and Paris
Your first stop today is the town of Chartres and its beautiful Roman Catholic cathedral, regarded as one of the most authentic and complete works of religious architecture from the early 13th century. You'll then journey back to Paris this afternoon and spend the rest of your day in the 'City of Light'. Celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends this evening at a dinner with local wines at a Parisian bistro. Locations: Loire Valley, Chartres, Paris
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Day 8
Farewell Paris
For now it's time to say a fond au revoir to France and your fellow travelers at the end of a memorable trip. Locations: Paris