9 Day Affordable France

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3 Paris, 1 Normandy, 1 St. Malo, 2 Tours
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Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Drive along the Champs Elysees and view the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris Visit the site of the heroic D-Day invasion and American Cemetery in Normandy Cross the causeway to the magnificent Mont St. Michel, built on an isolated island Explore the fairy-tale Chateau de Chenonceau, stretching across the river Cher Visit the village of Amboise and tour the Royal Chateau of Amboise View the Cathedral in Chartres, the finest architectural example of High Gothic style †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

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    3 Paris, 1 Normandy, 1 St. Malo, 2 Tours

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Angers
  • Loire Valley
  • Normandy
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Paris

Trip includes

    • Round trip Flights New York-Paris, Paris-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 7 nights accommodations
    • 3 nights Paris 1 night Normandy 1 night St. Malo 2 nights Tours, Loire Valley Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 10 meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners with wine Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of local guides in Paris & Amboise Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Friday - Depart for France
Depart for France

DAY 2, Saturday - Arrive in Paris
Arrive in Paris, the "City of Lights," and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to rest, relax and enjoy the endless delights of Paris. Your tour begins with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 5 PM. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 3 PM Overnight: Paris

DAY 3, Sunday - Paris City Tour
Drive along the famous Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe, Concorde Square, and the iconic Eiffel Tower, symbol of Paris. On to the celebrated "Rive Gauche", the vivacious Left Bank where artists, philosophers and writers in a long-gone era flourished in the artistic ...
DAY 4, Monday - Normandy Beaches
Depart Paris this morning to Normandy. This is a stirring and emotional day as you explore the D-Day beaches. Stop at the Ranger Memorial at Pointe du Hoc and the historic St. Mere Eglise on the Contentin Peninsula, where the Allied invasion began on June 6, 1944. Here y...
DAY 5, Tuesday - Bayeux Tapestry, Mont St. Michel
This morning, continue on to the unforgettable American Cemetery on Omaha Beach*, final resting place of thousands of U.S. Troops. Offer your respects and salute their bravery. Then, in delightful Bayeux, continue the day at the world-famous Bayeux Tapestry. This 230 foo...
DAY 6, Wednesday - Loire Valley, Chateau d'Angers, Wine Tasting
Drive south today to the lively river side city of Angers, gateway to the Loire Valley and home of the Plantagenet royalty. This medieval centre is dominated by the massive 13th century open-air Chateau d'Angers. The distinctive striped stonework is eye catching. This Fr...
DAY 7, Thursday - Loire Valley, Chateau de Chenonceau, Royal Chateau d'Amboise
Spend the full day in the Loire Valley exploring the nearby sights. First, travel to the magnificent Chateau de Chenonceau. Stretching across the river Cher, the chateau boasts a 197 foot gallery, built over a series of arches. Take some time to explore the extravagantly...
DAY 8, Friday - Chartres to Paris
Depart Tours and travel north towards Chartres, a medieval city in the center of France. En route, view Chateau de Chambord, a strikingly beautiful residence in the Loire Valley, once used as hunting grounds. Chambord was built for Francois I in the 16th century by 1,800...
DAY 9, Saturday - Depart France
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 4/12/2024

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Optional Activities
Dinner at La Cave aux Fouees This evening we drive to one of the small villages along the Loire to enjoy a candlelight dinner of regional specialties, with wine included. We will dine in a troglodyte cave, hewn out of the local limestone and experience this cozy venue that has been in the same family for 42 years. Several of these caves are still used for storing wine, growing mushrooms and even as permanent homes. *November dates may not be available due to local events. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70 Montmartre & Illuminations This evening, ride up the hill on the funicular and enjoy an exhilarating view from the top of Montmartre (weather permitting), the hill crowned by the white Basilica of Sacre Coeur on the north side of Paris. Admire the whole city at your feet before strolling this delightful artist colony with its village-like atmosphere, cobbled streets, cafes and street artists. Dinner on your own before heading to Pigalle district, with its renowned and colorful nightlife. Conclude with a drive around the floodlit monuments of Paris, the City of Light on an illumination tour, seeing the Louvre, Concorde Square, with a drive along the Seine River and its gracious bridges to the Eiffel Tower. *Please note that in the Summer part of the tour may be operated in the daylight Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $45 Palace of Versailles Relive the glorious period of Louis XIV, XV and XVI as you pace one of the largest and most influential formal gardens in the world. Today's tour takes you to Versailles Palace to witness the grandeur of French classical architecture. Visit the Palace and extravagant State Apartments, including a guided visit to the Reception Halls, the Royal Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors. You will also have time to walk the palace grounds and formal gardens, designed by Andre le Notre, at your leisure. Enjoy VIP access and skip the lines on this unforgettable tour. Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. Advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are not available for purchase locally. OnDay : 3 Price : $85 Dinner at La Cave aux Fouees This evening we drive to one of the small villages along the Loire to enjoy a candlelight dinner of regional specialties, with wine included. We will dine in a troglodyte cave, hewn out of the local limestone and experience this cozy venue that has been in the same family for 42 years. Several of these caves are still used for storing wine, growing mushrooms and even as permanent homes. *November dates may not be available due to local events. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70 Montmartre & Illuminations This evening, ride up the hill on the funicular and enjoy an exhilarating view from the top of Montmartre (weather permitting), the hill crowned by the white Basilica of Sacre Coeur on the north side of Paris. Admire the whole city at your feet before strolling this delightful artist colony with its village-like atmosphere, cobbled streets, cafes and street artists. Dinner on your own before heading to Pigalle district, with its renowned and colorful nightlife. Conclude with a drive around the floodlit monuments of Paris, the City of Light on an illumination tour, seeing the Louvre, Concorde Square, with a drive along the Seine River and its gracious bridges to the Eiffel Tower. *Please note that in the Summer part of the tour may be operated in the daylight Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $45 Palace of Versailles Relive the glorious period of Louis XIV, XV and XVI as you pace one of the largest and most influential formal gardens in the world. Today's tour takes you to Versailles Palace to witness the grandeur of French classical architecture. Visit the Palace and extravagant State Apartments, including a guided visit to the Reception Halls, the Royal Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors. You will also have time to walk the palace grounds and formal gardens, designed by Andre le Notre, at your leisure. Enjoy VIP access and skip the lines on this unforgettable tour. Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. Advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are not available for purchase locally. OnDay : 3 Price : $85 Dinner at La Cave aux Fouees This evening we drive to one of the small villages along the Loire to enjoy a candlelight dinner of regional specialties, with wine included. We will dine in a troglodyte cave, hewn out of the local limestone and experience this cozy venue that has been in the same family for 42 years. Several of these caves are still used for storing wine, growing mushrooms and even as permanent homes. *November dates may not be available due to local events. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $70 Montmartre & Illuminations This evening, ride up the hill on the funicular and enjoy an exhilarating view from the top of Montmartre (weather permitting), the hill crowned by the white Basilica of Sacre Coeur on the north side of Paris. Admire the whole city at your feet before strolling this delightful artist colony with its village-like atmosphere, cobbled streets, cafes and street artists. Dinner on your own before heading to Pigalle district, with its renowned and colorful nightlife. Conclude with a drive around the floodlit monuments of Paris, the City of Light on an illumination tour, seeing the Louvre, Concorde Square, with a drive along the Seine River and its gracious bridges to the Eiffel Tower. *Please note that in the Summer part of the tour may be operated in the daylight Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. OnDay : 3 Price : $45 Palace of Versailles Relive the glorious period of Louis XIV, XV and XVI as you pace one of the largest and most influential formal gardens in the world. Today's tour takes you to Versailles Palace to witness the grandeur of French classical architecture. Visit the Palace and extravagant State Apartments, including a guided visit to the Reception Halls, the Royal Bedroom, and the Hall of Mirrors. You will also have time to walk the palace grounds and formal gardens, designed by Andre le Notre, at your leisure. Enjoy VIP access and skip the lines on this unforgettable tour. Approximate tour duration is 4.5 hours. Advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are not available for purchase locally. OnDay : 3 Price : $85
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