Paris, Loire Castles & Normandy, France in 9 Days, 7 Nights in Destination
- Mary-Gail Durst
- Aug 4
- 2 min read
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.
Trip Highlights
Caen
Loire Valley
Mont Saint-Michel
Normandy
Paris
Tours
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Some transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Get ready to discover the spectacular cities and landscapes of France. Begin your adventure in Paris and 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.
Take a coach towards the Loire Valley and its wonders of the Renaissance period. Visit The Chambord Estate, one of the most emblematic examples of Renaissance castle architecture in France. Stroll through the heart of the castle and its gardens.
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. 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. 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.
Visit the Village du Fromager to learn about the best food and drink that this rich region of France has to offer. See all stages of cheese production and enjoy tasting the different types of cheese.
Excursions Included
-Visit to the Chambord Chateaux & Estate and the incredible Chambord Castle & Estate, one of the most emblematic chateaux in France and the finest example of French-Renaissance architecture!
-Wine Cellar visit with Tasting. Take a tour through a local vineyard, discovering the different types of wine made there.
-Mont Saint-Michel & Benedictine Abbey. This World Heritage Site is the symbol of Normandy and second most visited monument in France.
-Normandy WW-II Landing Beaches. Discover the cemeteries, sites and museums of the D-Day destination. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of some of WW-II’s major sights of the Allied Forces.
Optional Excursions
-Dinner in Montmartre & Moulin Rouge show. Enjoy a dream evening in Montmartre with a dinner at a traditional French restaurant, followed by the music and dance show at the Moulin Rouge, while toasting with a glass of champagne.
All of this and so much more! To learn more about this exciting tour, contact
Mary-Gail Durst
780-289-2385
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