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8-Day France Loire Valley to Normandy Guided Cultural & Culinary Tour
France
8 days
Difficulty:Easy
Trip Type:Comfort
Group size:14
5Highlights
Discover the best of northern France on this 8-day guided cultural and culinary journey designed for active adults. From the elegant châteaux and vineyards of the Loire Valley to the powerful WWII sites of Normandy, this trip blends light walking, historical exploration, and rich culinary experiences.
Start in Amboise, where you’ll make chocolate in a boutique workshop and visit Leonardo da Vinci’s final home. Enjoy guided tours of Loire Valley castles and gardens, sample local wines, and explore vibrant towns like Tours. Continue to Normandy, where you’ll visit the Caen Memorial Museum, walk the D-Day landing beaches with a private guide, and admire the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
Along the way, enjoy hand-picked accommodations, immersive food experiences—including a market tour and tastings—and the ease of hassle-free transfers and expert local guides. With plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, this journey offers a perfect balance of activity, discovery, and relaxation.
Highlights:
-Loire Valley châteaux, gardens, and wine tastings
-Chocolate-making workshop & Leonardo da Vinci’s home
-Local food market tour and regional tastings
-Normandy WWII sites, including D-Day beaches
-Bayeux Tapestry visit
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Itinerary
8-Day France Loire Valley to Normandy Guided Cultural & Culinary Tour
DAY 1
Arrival in Paris & Transfer to the Loire Valley
DAY 2
Chocolate Workshop & Leonardo da Vinci’s Home
DAY 3
Loire Castles, Gardens & Wine
Accommodation
Lodging at various hotels, guesthouses, or other types of accommodation during the trip.
Admission fees
Entry fees for museums, parks, historical sites, and other attractions included in the trip.
Luggage transfers
Cost for transferring your luggage.
Local guide
A knowledgeable guide to provide insights and information about the places visited.
Some meals
Selected meals provided as part of the tour package, which may include breakfast, lunch, or dinner on certain days, as specified in the itinerary.
What's not included
Alcoholic beverages
Costs for any alcoholic drinks consumed during the trip.
Flights
All the flight charges required for your adventure.
Gratuities
All the guide gratuities throughout your adventure.
Visas
Required Visa fees for your travel.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance from a trusted provider for your adventure.
Airport transfer
Transportation from and to Airport
Day 1 & 2
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a 4-star hotel on a double-sharing basis, in
Amboise
Day 3 & 4
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a 3-star hotel on a double-sharing basis, in
Tours.
Day 5
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a 3-star hotel on a double-sharing basis, in
Caen.
Day 6 & 7
Enjoy a comfortable overnight stay in a 3-star hotel on a double-sharing basis, in
Bayeux.
Departure Dates
from $5995 /person
Private groups
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Local Guides
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Adventure together
Invite your friends and family on your adventure:
$5995
/ person