Chateaux and Sea Air: Loire, Brittany, Normandy
Journey through Northern France’s most distinctive gems, from royal castles and Loire wine estates to Normandy’s cider farms, dramatic coastlines, and medieval landmarks. Explore Mont Saint-Michel, taste oysters in Cancale, and stroll half-timbered villages. Your Destination Expert tailors every detail for a journey rich in history, flavor, and local charm.
- Duration
- 10 days, 9 nights
- Route
- Paris · Cheverny · Dinard · Honfleur
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $10,700 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Cruise France’s northern coast, uncovering history from medieval times to the Belle Époque.
- Explore Loire Valley castles, iconic symbols of French royalty and architectural brilliance.
- Honor Normandy’s heroes at WWII sites, visiting beaches where history was made.
- Visit Mont Saint-Michel, the stunning island abbey rising dramatically from the sea.
- Let your Destination Expert tailor experiences, offering insider tips across Northern France.
Every day, already yours.
Get In and Get Some Rest
A Welcome Package will be provided and will include any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip.
- Paris to Cheverny (3 hrs) - Private Transfer
- France Welcome Package
Quintessential Castles
Experience the essence of French royalty as you embark on a journey alongside a private driver-guide through two exquisite castles, each with its unique charm. First, Chambord unfolds before you. This grand masterpiece stands as the largest and most awe-inspiring castle in the region. Its architecture is nothing short of extraordinary, boasting the famous double-helix staircase that has inspired admiration for centuries.
- Chambord & Chenonceau (8 hrs) - Private Tour
Wine Down
Elevate your senses with a day devoted to the finest wines of the Loire Valley accompanied by a private driver-guide. Your adventure begins at the enchanting Domaine Brédif, nestled in Rochecorbon. Explore their fascinating troglodyte cellar, an underground wine sanctuary, as you embark on a journey through their exceptional winemaking process. Then, savor the artistry of five exquisite wines, each sip revealing the terroir's secrets.
- Wine Tour of the Loire Valley (8 hrs) - Private
A Change of Scenery
History, culture, and motorsport heritage combine as you depart by private vehicle for a transfer to Dinard, making a captivating detour en route through the enchanting city of Le Mans, renowned as the City of Art and History. Located within its core lies a concealed treasure-the exquisite Plantagenet City.
- Cheverny to Dinard via Le Mans (7 hrs) - Private Transfer
Majestic Monuments
Set out on a full-day excursion to one of the most visited sites in all of France - the majestic Mont Saint Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to the year 708 AD, the abbey of Mont Saint Michel was one of the major pilgrimage destinations in medieval Christendom. The architecture is stunning, the location magical, and the village is one of the quaintest in the country.
- Majestic Mont Saint-Michel (8 hrs) - Private Tour
Gourmet Delights
Embark on a journey to Cancale and relish the flavors of Brittany's oyster haven, where the ocean's gifts are transformed into exquisite delicacies, creating memories to treasure for a lifetime. Located across the bay from the iconic Mont Saint-Michel, Cancale is celebrated as Brittany's oyster capital. This prestigious title is bestowed upon Cancale due to the remarkable conditions that nurture the world's finest oysters.
- Coastal Cancale with Oyster Farm (4 hrs) - Private Tour
- Mixology Class (2 hrs)
A Day to Remember
Set out with your private driver for a transfer to Honfleur, taking a detour en route to visit the hallowed grounds of Omaha Beach, the four-mile stretch of coastline, where the Allied forces faced formidable challenges during the D-Day landings. As you stand on the sandy shores with your private guide, you can almost feel the weight of history bearing down on you, with the memory of the brave soldiers who fought here echoing in the sea breeze.
- Dinard to Honfleur via D-Day Landing Beaches (8 hrs) - Private Transfer
Coastal Treasures
Experience the timeless allure of Normandy's scenic coastline in tandem with a private driver-guide. Your adventure begins in Deauville, the chic epicenter known for the American Film Festival and prestigious equestrian events. Here, history resonates with a sense of refinement. Stroll along the celebrated boardwalk, a path that whispers stories of the Belle Epoque era, flanked by grand mansions overlooking the serene waters.
- Coastal Towns of Normandy (4 hrs) - Private Tour
- Insider Dining Suggestions: Honfleur
Creative Cuisine
Today set out to experience the alchemy of landscape, gastronomy, and authenticity in this unique and off-the-beaten track tour through the heart of Normandy. Cut through rural France and its charming landscapes, meandering through apple orchards bordering ancient manors and wooden steepled churches.
- Cheese & Cider Route (8 hrs) - Private Tour
Bon Voyage
Meet your private driver for a transfer to Paris. Approximate travel time is 2.5 hours.
- Honfleur to Paris (2.5 hrs) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Les Sources de Cheverny
Tucked away in Cheverny, at the heart of the romantic Loire Valley, Les Sources de Cheverny is a charming and luxurious estate offering a delightful escape to the Loire's enchanting countryside.
Castelbrac Hotel & Spa
Situated along the serene coast of Dinard, the luxury Castelbrac Hotel is not merely an accommodation but a sanctuary for rekindling your spirits, gazing upon the endless expanse of the sea and the limitless skies.
La Ferme Saint Simeon
A magnificent 17th-century inn and cradle of the impressionist movement, the luxury hotel La Ferme Saint Simeon in Honfleur offers 34 guestrooms and suites across three charming period buildings.