Summary
Travel through the Loire Valley to see the most extravagant castles in Europe and learn about the history of D-Day in Normandy with this tour of France!
- Day 1
- Usa/Canada-Paris
- Day 2
- Arrive In Paris
- Day 3
- Paris-Normandy
- Day 4
- Normandy-Mont Saint Michel-Rennes
- Day 5
- Rennes-Angers-Tours
- Day 6
- Tours-Chenonceau-Amboise-Chambord-Tours
- Day 7
- Tours-Versailles-Paris
- Day 8
- Paris-Usa/Canada
Travel Cities (9): Angers, Bayeux, Blois, Caen, Mont Saint-Michel, Paris, Rennes, Versailles
Details
Discover the beauty and magic of Central Europe with this 8-day small-group tour of France! Your journey will begin in Paris, the mesmerizing French capital home to an abundance of cobblestone alleyways, charming cafes, and famous landmarks. From there you will travel to Normandy, one of the most beautiful regions in France, known for its magnificent castles, ancient towns, and gorgeous coastlines. You will see some of the most famous D-Day sites where many significant battles took place. Bask in the beauty of Mont Saint-Michel, a tidal island that once served as a passage and fortress for the Duchy of Normandy. Your next stop will be in Rennes, known for its half-timbered houses before you explore Angers, the Gateway to the Loire Valley. Admire the incredible stonework of the Chateau of the Plantagenets, home to French royalty, and discover the rich and fascinating medieval history of the Chateau de Chinon. From there you will see the Chateau de Chenonceau situated along the Cher River and explore the charming town of Amboise. Drive to the Chateau de Chambord, perhaps the most beautiful castle in the Loire Valley built for Francois I. On your way back to Paris you will get to discover the world-famous Chateau de Versailles, Listed for the past 30 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is former French royal residence and center of government, now a national landmark. Finally, you will arrive back to Paris, where your magical tour of France will come to an end!