Jewels of France including Normandy

Day 1 – Arrival In Paris

The best of Paris with River Cruise & Afternoon Louvre Museum This Paris walking tour allows you to spend an attraction-filled half day exploring the old heart of Paris under the guidance of a local expert. You'll meet your guide in front of the fountain at Place Saint-Michel. From there your guide will take you to the site of Notre Dame explaining its fascinating 850 years of history, secrets and mysteries. See how this historic structure still stands proud after the recent fire and discover what the future holds for this magnificent building. Your Paris walking tour continues in the picturesque lanes of the Île de la Cite and Latin Quarter, where you'll see iconic buildings, like the Conciergerie, and learn about some of the historic personalities that strolled these streets before you. Visit the impressive church of St. Germain l'Auxerrois built in the 13th century. At the end of the tour, you will board a Seine river cruise to enjoy a relaxing ride and enjoy the city from the water. You will have free time for lunch, before reaching the Louvre Museum and meeting your guide. You'll skip the entrance lines and head straight inside for an amazing Louvre tour with your expert guide, including all the highlights of the world-famous collection. In the end, return to your hotel on your own 
 

Day 2 – Paris to Versallies

Today you will explore the magnificent Palace of Versailles with its luxuriant gardens. King Louis XIV, known as “the Sun” was the creative force of Versailles. He turned Versailles into a sumptuous estate and the symbol of absolute monarchy in the 17th century. Your guide will introduce to you the State Apartments with its 8 rooms, the Hall of Mirrors, the King and Queens’ apartments and since July 2006 some new rooms recently renovated, the Royal Chapel and the Royal Opera, then you will explore the Gardens and the Park. Overnight in Paris. 

Day 3 – Train to Bayeux

Independent transfer to Paris Station to board your high-speed train to Bayeux, where you will arrive in about 2 hours. Upon arrival, reach independently your hotel. Overnight in Bayeux

Day 4 -Highlights of Normandy: Honfleur - Beuvron en Auge Village & Calvados Tasting

Embark on a fantastic journey that will offer an excellent overview of Normandy. You will discover the Cultural and Historical Highlights of Normandy, visit the Charming small town of Honfleur and find a typical Normandy village in the Pays d'Auge. Established on the Seine Estuary, near Le Havre and the fantastic 'Pont de Normandie' bridge, the tiny port town of Honfleur offers a unique historical centre with the Vieux Bassin port and marina. The historical town centre still retains stunning half-timbered houses and old cobblestone streets around Sainte Catherine church. Continue to one of the most beautiful villages of France, the small Beuvron en Auge, considered a picture-perfect postcard of a traditional Normand Village. Fortress of the Harcourt family, on the Cider and Calvados trails, its half-timbered houses, the old market and neighbouring manor houses deserve a close visit. Here you will have time to stroll through the village on your own for personal discovery. Lastly, reach a family-owned Calvados distillery settled in the heart of the Pays d'Auge. This estate produces some of the most prestigious Cider, Calvados and Pommeau of Normandy, originated from more than 25 varieties of apples grown on the 30 hectares. After the tasting, it will be time to return to Bayeux. Overnight in Bayeux. 

Day 5:Utah & Omaha D-DAY Beaches U.S Sector - Sainte-Mère-Eglise village

This memorable visit will take you to D-DAY sites like the inescapable Omaha and Utah landing beaches, U.S. cemetery, the preserved Pointe du Hoc site and historical Sainte-Mère-Eglise village. Immerse yourself in the moving period of D-Day. After a short drive west of Bayeux, you will reach the stretch of coast chosen for the US landings of June 6th, 1944. You will visit Omaha Beach, the place where 3,000 American soldiers lost their lives during the operation, and the moving memorial museum that displays a collection of uniforms, weapons and personal objects found on the site. The next stop will be Utah Beach, which played a strategic role in the landings and now hosts a war museum with documents and historic artefacts that recount the events of the D Day, and Sainte-Mère-Eglise, one of the first towns to be liberated by the American troops. You will also see the promontory of Pointe du Hoc, where the American rangers defeated the German batteries in preparation for the landings in Omaha and Utah beaches. Overnight in Bayeux

Day 6 :Discovery of Mont Saint-Michel 

Less than two hours’ drive south of Bayeux, Mont Saint-Michel is one of France’s most famous and captivating landmarks. The day will start with an easy and comfortable drive from your hotel, during which your chauffeur will share interesting information about the area and answer any questions you might have about the trip. Once you arrive at your destination, an expert local guide will take you on a tour of the stunning Gothic abbey at the top of the town, sharing stories of the many myths and legends that surround the place. Then you’ll be free to explore the village independently, strolling through its picturesque streets and admiring the views from various panoramic spots. At the end of the tour, your driver will take you back to your hotel in Bayeux. Overnight in Bayeux

Day 7: End of Tour

Today You will be taking to Airport for your Return flights,I hope you have good time with us