Highlights of France: Paris, Loire Valley and Normandy

Your adventure begins as you depart on your overnight transatlantic flight.

Arrive in historic Paris. This evening, meet your fellow travelers and learn about the exciting days ahead, then relax over a tasty welcome dinner.

Meals: Dinner

Start your day with a panoramic tour of Paris, the City of Light! Take in the sights as your motor coach ventures past Champs-Elysées, known for its grandeur. You’ll also see the Arc de Triomphe, a symbol of French history, the Grand Palais and Alexander III Bridge, Notre Dame and Île de la Cité, and Place de la Concorde, one of the city’s most historic and scenic locations. View the Latin Quarter, chic St. Germain, and the iconic Louvre, as well as the Luxembourg Gardens. Plus, no trip to Paris would be complete without seeing the famous Eiffel Tower. The evening is yours to relax and enjoy the city at your own pace.

Meals: Breakfast

Today, you’ll visit the enchanting Loire Valley, where fairy-tale landscapes and Renaissance splendor await. Step inside the magnificent Château de Chambord, a masterpiece of French architecture (entrance included). Enjoy free time for lunch at the château’s restaurant, soaking in the atmosphere of this iconic estate. Continue on to the elegant Château d’Amboise (entrance included), perched above the Loire River, and explore its rich history and breathtaking views. After the visit, relax during your transfer to Tours, a vibrant university town and gateway to the Loire Valley.

Meals: Breakfast

Discover the elegance of Château de Chenonceau in the Loire Valley. Gracefully spanning the River Cher, this iconic château invites you to explore its richly furnished rooms, exquisite galleries, and beautifully manicured gardens, each echoing stories of powerful women and centuries of history. Later, enjoy an orientation tour of Tours, a lively and historic city at the heart of the Loire Valley. Stroll through its charming streets, admire half-timbered houses and elegant squares, and get a sense of the city’s vibrant atmosphere, where medieval heritage blends seamlessly with modern life.

Meals: Breakfast

Transfer to Saint-Malo, traveling through the historic city of Le Mans. Enjoy free time for lunch, with the opportunity to relax and explore at your own pace before continuing the journey. Then, continue onward to the dramatic coastline and maritime charm of Saint-Malo.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Visit the beautiful island community of Mont Saint-Michel. Located just off a bay of tidal flats, it features a towering medieval abbey, fortifications, and a charming village. Stroll the town’s narrow alleys and see its traditional half-timbered houses. The streets are lined with a range of shops, cafes and restaurants, many of which offer stunning views of the bay and the surrounding countryside. You’ll have free time for lunch on your own, after which you’ll be transferred to Caen.

Meals: Breakfast

Step back in time and trace the footsteps of heroes on this unforgettable full-day journey along the shores of Normandy. This immersive experience takes you to the most significant sites of the Allied landings on June 6, 1944 — a day that changed the course of history. Begin your day at Utah Beach, where American forces made their first landfall on D-Day. Next, visit the dramatic cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, and continue to Omaha Beach, where your entrance to Musee Memorial Omaha Beach is included, and Normandy American Cemetery. Conclude your day in Arromanches-les-Bains where the remnants of the ingenious Mulberry harbors still dot the sea.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Transfer to Paris with a stop in Giverny, the picturesque village that inspired Claude Monet. Enjoy entrance to Monet’s House and Gardens, where you’ll stroll through the artist’s colorful home and wander the flower-filled gardens that gave life to his most famous masterpieces. Admire the iconic Japanese bridge, lily ponds, and vibrant blooms that feel like stepping into an Impressionist painting. Then, continue towards Paris, and enjoy an included farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Meals: Breakfast