8-Day France Tour of D-Day Beaches, Mont-Saint-Michel and the Loire Valley
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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Itinerary: 8-Day Treasures of France and Normandy Tour
Trip Length: 8 Days / 7 Nights Total, 1 Country, 13 Cities
Dates: Various 2027 dates available
To/From: Roundtrip Paris
Hotel Accommodation Included: 7 nights hotel
Meals Included: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners
Land Only From
$2,650
per person land only including all taxes and fees
Sightseeing 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
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| Day | Destination |
|---|---|
| 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. Included Meals Dinner |
| 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. Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner |
| 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. Included Meals Breakfast |
| 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. Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner |
| 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. Included Meals Breakfast, Lunch |
| 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. Included Meals Breakfast |
| 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. Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner |
| 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. |
Travel highlights
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized
*Prices are in USD, per person based on double occupancy, availability and subject to change without notice. Prices are land-only. All promotions are capacity controlled by Trafalgar and can be eliminated at any time without notice. Exclusive offer is promo code PPSpecial100 is not combinable with group discounts or newsletter offers and travel must be completed by December 31, 2027. Early booking offer is valid on new bookings made through September 20, 2026; not valid on existing bookings. National Park Tour code is DNPW. France tour code is FTOF. Pricing is land only. Pricing was available on May 27, 2026 and is not guaranteed. Other restrictions may apply.
