Loire Castles & Normandy Journey - 5 days
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Tour Overview
Begin in Paris and finish back in Paris on this 5–day escape that blends Loire Valley elegance with Normandy legend. You’ll explore storybook châteaux – think Chambord’s spirals, Chenonceau over the River Cher, Amboise and Villandry’s gardens – and sip local vintages during a guided winery tasting. Château hotel stays add extra charm. Then switch scenes to the coast for UNESCO–listed Mont–Saint–Michel and its soaring abbey, before a moving look at D–Day history at Omaha Beach, the Normandy American Cemetery and the Caen Memorial – rounded off with a Calvados tasting. Comfortable drives, expert guiding and plenty of free time keep the pace just right.
Start
Paris
End
Paris
Destination
Paris
Days
5
Pace
Medium
Range
Private
Max Group Size
Min 6 - Max 0
Min Age
6
Trip Code: LCNJ5
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Chambord - Explore Château de Chambord’s vast Renaissance architecture, featuring a double-spiral staircase attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and hundreds of ornate rooms
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Blois - Visit the Royal Château of Blois, showcasing multiple architectural styles and a rich history linked to French royalty and Joan of Arc
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Chenonceau - Admire Château de Chenonceau’s arches spanning the River Cher and its gardens shaped by influential women of the French court
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Amboise - Discover the Royal Château d’Amboise, a former royal residence and burial place of Leonardo da Vinci in its chapel
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Clos Lucé - Step inside Clos Lucé, Leonardo da Vinci’s final residence, and explore exhibits dedicated to his life and inventions
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Villandry - Wander Château de Villandry’s formal gardens, arranged in intricate geometric patterns across decorative terraces
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Mont Saint-Michel - Experience Mont Saint-Michel’s medieval streets and Benedictine Abbey rising above the tidal bay
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Omaha Beach - Reflect at Omaha Beach’s Signal Monument, commemorating the D-Day landings and Allied forces’ sacrifice
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Colleville-sur-Mer - Pay respects at the Normandy American Cemetery, overlooking Omaha Beach and honouring thousands of fallen US soldiers
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Caen - Examine World War II history at the Caen Memorial Museum through detailed exhibits and original archival footage
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Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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