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You’ll visit some of northern France’s interesting and charming towns, including Rouen, best known for its connection to Joan of Arc. Here, step into the splendid Gothic cathedral, which was once the world’s tallest building and the subject of a series of Claude Monet’s paintings, just like the water garden in Giverny, depicted in some of his most famous canvases. Visit Honfleur, a romantic port city; Rennes, with its traditional, colorful timber-framed houses; Blois, a picturesque town with its renaissance castle located in the town center; and Chartres, famous for pilgrimages to its 13th-century gothic cathedral. In Bayeux, follow the story of the Norman conquest of England in 1066 depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry, listed by UNESCO. Admire the cathedral, ramparts, and ancient walls in St. Malo, a fortified seaside resort.
World War II history comes to life as you visit the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach and the landing beaches. Other highlights of this affordable France tour include picturesque Mont St. Michel, situated on a rocky isle with its world-famous abbey that has been a pilgrimage spot for centuries. Spend a day at leisure in the Châteaux Country with the opportunity to take an optional excursion to visit the Château of Chenonceau, a 16th-century, fairytale castle with a moat, drawbridge, and towers.
From the historic sights to the picturesque scenery, this is a dream vacation!
Small Group Discovery
Cosmos offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Cosmos escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
2021 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE.
Day1
Check into your hotel and use your CosmosGO app to explore the French capital. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
PARIS
Day2
Enjoy a full day to explore the “City of Light,” known throughout the world for its fashion, art, museums, cuisine, and joie de vivre. Enjoy included sightseeing with a local expert to see many of the best-known Parisian sites, including views of the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Optional excursions are also available.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PARIS–GIVERNY–ROUEN–HONFLEUR–DEAUVILLE
Day3
Start the day with a visit to Giverny*, home of impressionist painter Claude Monet. The famous water garden at Giverny was the inspiration behind some of Monet’s finest work (gardens open from April to October). Continue to Rouen to visit its great cathedral. Next, enjoy a stop in lovely Honfleur, situated on the Seine estuary, and then continue to the seaside resort of Deauville.
Today’s Distance: 199 mi/ 320 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
DEAUVILLE–NORMANDY LANDING BEACHES–BAYEUX–MONT ST. MICHEL
Day4
Visit the legendary beaches of Normandy, where Allied troops landed more than 75 years ago. The highlights are Arromanches and the American Cemetery at Omaha. On to Bayeux, famed for its lacemaking and the world-renowned Bayeux tapestry depicting the story of William the Conqueror and Harold, Earl of Wessex—who led the Norman and Saxon armies in 1066 to conquer England. Then, discover spectacular Mont St. Michel, which stands on an island accessible by a causeway.
Today’s Distance: 143 mi/ 230 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
MONT ST. MICHEL–ST. MALO–RENNES–CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY
Day5
Drive along the Brittany coast to the fortified seaside resort of St. Malo to admire its cathedral and ancient walls. Later, visit Rennes with its traditional, colorful, timber-framed houses, then reach the enchanting Châteaux Country.
Today’s Distance: 261 mi/ 420 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY.
Day6
Spend a whole day at leisure or to take advantage of a fascinating optional excursion to Château of Chenonceau, now privately owned, and the most visited castle of the Loire Valley. Visit Amboise, where Leonardo da Vinci spent the last three years of his life.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY–BLOIS–CHARTRES–PARIS
Day7
Visit picturesque Blois with its renaissance castle, once occupied by Louis XII. Later, stop in Chartres, home of the famous Gothic cathedral. Arrive in Paris to enjoy an optional evening excursion.
Today’s Distance: 193 mi/ 310 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
PARIS.
Day8
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
Departure November 12 due to Closure of Giverny Gardens - visit to D-Day Museum instead.Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Novotel Paris 17
First-Class
The 4-star Novotel Paris 17 hotel is situated on the doorstep of the 17th arrondissement, close to the Champs Elysées and the Porte Maillot convention center. The hotel has free Wi-Fi, 140 rooms, a restaurant, a cozy and modern bar, a fitness room, private car park and 8 modular meeting rooms. The center of Paris, the Opera, the main department stores and Montmartre can all be reached within 15 minutes on the metro. Make the most of this rich and dynamic capital at Novotel.
Location
34, Avenue De La Porte D' Asnières, Paris, France
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant On-Site
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Gift Shop
- Business Center
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Phone
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Cable/Satellite
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Smoking Rooms
- Wake-Up Calls
- Desk
Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Porte D'Orleans
Superior Tourist-Class
The hotel is located in Montrouge, in the south of Paris, close to the business districts, Montparnasse train station and Arcueil. The hotel has 115 colorful, soundproofed and air-conditioned rooms with free WIFI access, a children's play area, an interior garden and a snack bar.
Location
41 Avenue Aristide Briand, Paris, France
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Climate Control
- Desk
- Window Opens
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Internet Access
- Phone
Ibis Deauville
Superior Tourist-Class
Hotel with Norman architecture and mansard roof is located in the city, one block from the beach.
Location
9/10 Quai De La Marine, Deauville, France
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Restaurant On-Site
- Ice Machine
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Free WiFi
Room Facilities
- Internet Access
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- Smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
Hotel Vert
Tourist Class
Hotel Vert offers all comfort and services to make easier you to stay at Mont-Saint-Michel: a staff that listens to you, reception open all day, and some spacious and comfortable rooms. You'll be charmed by the good value for money of this 2-star hotel.
Location
Route du Mont Saint-Michel, Mont St. Michel, France
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Free WiFi
- Gift Shop
- Currency Exchange
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Television
- Window Opens
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Internet Access
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
- Desk
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
Novotel Amboise
Superior Tourist-Class
The Novotel Amboise hotel is located in the heart of the Pays de la Loire with its nearby castles (including Chenonceaux, Chambord and Cheverny). Built on a hill overlooking Amboise and its castle, this 4-star hotel has 121 air-conditioned rooms.
Location
17 Rue Des Sablonnieres, Amboise, France
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Pool
- Free WiFi
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Luggage Storage
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Room Service
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Internet Access
- In-Room Safe
- Television
