Northern France Express - 6 day tour

Arrival in Paris: "Bienvenue à Paris." Enjoy a meet and greet followed by a private transfer from either Orly or CDG airport to your centrally located hotel in Paris. Overnight in Paris. Meals: Not Applicable. Please be aware that the order of visits may change depending on opening hours, etc.

After breakfast, embark on an adventurous sightseeing tour in Paris. The activity starts at Place de Sydney with a panoramic bus tour through the heart of Paris. We'll explore iconic landmarks, including the Quai de Branly Museum, Pont de l’Alma, and Trocadéro square, which provides a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower. Our journey continues past the Arc de Triomphe, down the Champs Elysées, and alongside the banks of the Seine. Here, we'll see the Place de la Concorde and the Tuileries Gardens, allowing us to admire the exterior of the Louvre Museum. Next, we'll proceed to Ile de la Cité, home to the renowned Notre-Dame Cathedral. We'll then visit the esplanade of the Invalides before concluding the panoramic tour at the Champ de Mars, near the Eiffel Tower. Following the bus tour, we'll board a Bateaux Parisiens cruise for a one-hour narrated journey along the Seine River. From the boat, you'll enjoy unique views of landmarks such as the Musée d'Orsay, Notre-Dame, the Louvre Museum, and the Eiffel Tower. The highlight will be a visit to the Eiffel Tower, where we will bypass the queues and head straight to the elevator that takes us to the second-level observation deck at 150 meters. From there, you'll experience breathtaking views of Paris. Afterwards, take your time to explore the Eiffel Tower at your leisure. The excursion concludes at the Eiffel Tower. Overnight: Paris Meals: Breakfast

Departing early at 7:15 am from 22 de la rue Jean Rey in central Paris, you will travel in a luxurious air-conditioned coach for a 2-hour journey to Rouen. The first stop features a guided tour through the captivating medieval city, showcasing its renowned landmarks such as the Gros Horloge, an astronomical clock surrounded by intriguing legends. You'll also visit the magnificent Gothic Cathedral, famously depicted numerous times by French Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Continuing on, the itinerary takes you towards the mouth of the Seine River, where you can admire the Pont de Normandie suspension bridge, one of the longest in Europe. Upon reaching Honfleur, you'll have free time to enjoy lunch at one of the town’s typical restaurants and stroll along the Port lined with charming, colorful houses. In the afternoon, the journey proceeds to the Beaches of Normandy. Here, you'll delve into France's history and recognize the coastline, featured in several World War II films, including “Saving Private Ryan.” You will visit the American cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer and Arromanches beach, noted for the artificial port constructed by the Allies. The final destination of the day is Caen, where you will spend the night in a 3-star hotel and enjoy a delightful dinner at your hotel.

After enjoying a hearty breakfast at the hotel, the coach will travel south to Saint-Malo. Accompanied by a guide, embark on a tour of the city walls along the Atlantic coast and explore its significant landmarks, such as the Cathedral and the National Fort, where numerous fierce battles involving pirates occurred. You'll then have time to wander the city at your own pace and have lunch before proceeding to Mont Saint Michel. Mont Saint Michel is a small rocky island featuring winding cobbled streets and is home to the stunning Benedictine Abbey perched at its peak. Follow the guide through its charming alleyways to uncover some of the most renowned legends about this medieval pilgrimage site, which have inspired many filmmakers and writers. After visiting Mont Saint Michel, reboard the coach for a journey to Angers. Overnight accommodation will be in Angers, with breakfast included.

Starting from Angers, we'll travel to Château de Chenonceau. There, you'll have some free time to enjoy lunch before embarking on a guided tour of this renowned castle. Known for its distinctive arches spanning the Cher River, Château de Chenonceau is among France's most visited landmarks. Afterward, you'll explore Château de Chambord, where a guided tour awaits, showcasing its renowned double helix staircase, attributed to the genius of Leonardo da Vinci. Following our exploration of this magnificent castle, we'll return to Paris, arriving at approximately 9 pm. You'll need to make your way to the hotel on your own. Overnight accommodations will be at a 3-star hotel in Paris, with breakfast included.