Itinerary Highlights
- Majestic Etretat cliffs
- The charm of Honfleur & Deauville
- Camembert, Calvados and Cider discovery: private visit and premium tastings
- Mont St-Michel private visit
- The magic of Brittany Emerald Coast
- Thalassotherapy, the well-being experience
- Rennes, the Little Paris
- Vineyards: private visit and premium tasting
- Exclusive discovery of the Loire Castles
Included
- Private car with driver
- 4 or 5* boutique hotel booking
- All experiences booking
- Private guide when specified, full time upon request (main sites, guided walk or e-bike ride)
- Gastronomic and Michelin-starred restaurants booking upon request
LOCATION Normandy, Brittany, Loire Valley
DURATION 8 days / 7 nights
BEST TIME TO VISIT March to October, available the whole year
Itinerary Details
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- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
DAY 1 | MAGICAL PLACES
Morning: The one and only Etretat Cliffs
Romantic natural theater open on the Channel, Etretat has inspired the most famous artists. A few seconds on the spot are enough to understand why: the stunning verticality of the cliffs of the Alabaster Coast contrasts without false notes with the gentle roundness of the strike and invites to the imagination.
Through a private guided walk or cruise, the travelers will marvel at the splendor of a unique landscape in the world.
Lunch / suggestion: Charming Honfleur harbour
Afternoon: Glamorous Deauville
Inescapable stopover in Normandy, Deauville is an internationally renowned seaside resort knows how to charm its visitors with class. Discover the must-see places of this beautiful seaside city:
Villa Strassburger, the famous Yves Saint Laurent Place, the harbour, the 653 meters of planks of the seaside promenade which offers an astonishing spectacle: an impressionistic backdrop where the sun's rays play with the clouds and the reflections of the water.
Romantic natural theater open on the Channel, Etretat has inspired the most famous artists. A few seconds on the spot are enough to understand why: the stunning verticality of the cliffs of the Alabaster Coast contrasts without false notes with the gentle roundness of the strike and invites to the imagination.
Through a private guided walk or cruise, the travelers will marvel at the splendor of a unique landscape in the world.
Lunch / suggestion: Charming Honfleur harbour
Afternoon: Glamorous Deauville
Inescapable stopover in Normandy, Deauville is an internationally renowned seaside resort knows how to charm its visitors with class. Discover the must-see places of this beautiful seaside city:
Villa Strassburger, the famous Yves Saint Laurent Place, the harbour, the 653 meters of planks of the seaside promenade which offers an astonishing spectacle: an impressionistic backdrop where the sun's rays play with the clouds and the reflections of the water.
DAY 2 | ON THE WAY TO MONT St-MICHEL
Morning: Cider and Calvados Premium Production
In a pink tiles castle built in the 16th and 17th century which was the property of noble families, the travelers will have the opportunity to discover the Calvados distillation process, a genuine symbol of the gourmet heritage of Normandy, with its maker.
Then, they will enjoy the results of the work presented during the tasting of premium Calvados paired with local gastronomic amuse-bouche.
Lunch/ Suggestion: Our selected gastronomic address in the authentic Pays d'Auge
Afternon: The 8th wonder of the world
Accompanied by our guide, you will have the chance to discover the history of the mythical Mont Saint Michel and its Abbey which was built in the 10th century upon an archangel's orders.
Available upon request: Private guided discovery of the Abbaye out of Public Hours
In a pink tiles castle built in the 16th and 17th century which was the property of noble families, the travelers will have the opportunity to discover the Calvados distillation process, a genuine symbol of the gourmet heritage of Normandy, with its maker.
Then, they will enjoy the results of the work presented during the tasting of premium Calvados paired with local gastronomic amuse-bouche.
Lunch/ Suggestion: Our selected gastronomic address in the authentic Pays d'Auge
Afternon: The 8th wonder of the world
Accompanied by our guide, you will have the chance to discover the history of the mythical Mont Saint Michel and its Abbey which was built in the 10th century upon an archangel's orders.
Available upon request: Private guided discovery of the Abbaye out of Public Hours
DAY 3 | REJUVENATING SEASIDE
Morning: Gourmet walk in the fortified city of Saint Malo
Built up on a peninsula during the 12th century, Saint Malo is especially famous for its magnificent fortifications. Our professional guide will walk you through the narrow alleys while introducing the story of the shipowners who made the fortune of the city. You will also discover a few local specialties thanks to their ambassadors: the most famous butter collection, gourmet sarrasin delicacies.
Lunch / Suggestion: Sea freshness @ Michelin star restaurant
Cancale, charming harbour located in Mont St-Michel bay, is especially famous for its premium oysters that are being served on the world most prestigious Tables.
Afternoon: Private cruise in turquoise waters
Let yourself be guided through an emerald color sea on a private boat driven by a professional who benefits from an excellent knowledge of the area. Play Robinsons on a paradise island and watch dolfins at sunset.
Built up on a peninsula during the 12th century, Saint Malo is especially famous for its magnificent fortifications. Our professional guide will walk you through the narrow alleys while introducing the story of the shipowners who made the fortune of the city. You will also discover a few local specialties thanks to their ambassadors: the most famous butter collection, gourmet sarrasin delicacies.
Lunch / Suggestion: Sea freshness @ Michelin star restaurant
Cancale, charming harbour located in Mont St-Michel bay, is especially famous for its premium oysters that are being served on the world most prestigious Tables.
Afternoon: Private cruise in turquoise waters
Let yourself be guided through an emerald color sea on a private boat driven by a professional who benefits from an excellent knowledge of the area. Play Robinsons on a paradise island and watch dolfins at sunset.
DAY 4 | PRESTIGIOUS EMERALD COAST
Morning: Collector vintage car roadtrip
For those willing to fully enjoy the magic of the place, why not taking a private road trip during which our driver would bring you to the most beautiful spots of the prestigious Brittany north coast in a collector 1966 Jaguar?
This rare collector model is a true experience in itself.
From Mont Saint-Michel to Frehel Cape, passing by the fortified city of Saint-Malo, classified architectural villas of Dinard, magnificent Fort La Latte Castle and the wild coast of Frehel Cape, enjoy the view.
Afternoon: Release pressure, thalassotherapy experience
Surrounded by the sea, Brittany has early introduced seawater and seaweed in its wellness rituals. Relax in one of its prestigious thalassotherapy resorts offering aquatic journeys and body treatments to restore mind peace and body wellness .
Suggestion / Diner: Our selection of gastronomic and Michelin-starred restaurant
For those willing to fully enjoy the magic of the place, why not taking a private road trip during which our driver would bring you to the most beautiful spots of the prestigious Brittany north coast in a collector 1966 Jaguar?
This rare collector model is a true experience in itself.
From Mont Saint-Michel to Frehel Cape, passing by the fortified city of Saint-Malo, classified architectural villas of Dinard, magnificent Fort La Latte Castle and the wild coast of Frehel Cape, enjoy the view.
Afternoon: Release pressure, thalassotherapy experience
Surrounded by the sea, Brittany has early introduced seawater and seaweed in its wellness rituals. Relax in one of its prestigious thalassotherapy resorts offering aquatic journeys and body treatments to restore mind peace and body wellness .
Suggestion / Diner: Our selection of gastronomic and Michelin-starred restaurant
DAY 5 | RENNES, THE LITTLE PARIS
Morning: Historical and gourmet discovery of the city
Thanks to our passionate guide, you will discover the history of Brittany through its capital: Rennes. Walk through the city fortifications that recall the multiple invasions that it has faced from the 3rd to the 16th centuries. Immerge yourself in the Middle-Ages atmosphere by walking through the small alleys surrounded by wooden houses. Feel the influence that the French kingdom has exerted on Brittany from its unification in 1532 while visiting monuments that have been designed by Versailles and Luxembourg Palace architects.
Suggestion / Lunch: The Iconic Galette
Galette, a salted crep, is the most famous Brittany specialty which recipe has been created during the 12th century. Discover this gastronomic icon in one of the 34 creperies downtown!
Afternoon: Shopping and Artistic encounters
Our selection of exclusive addresses will lead you through Rennes and its surroundings to discover the dynamism and creativity of a Region that is truly part of its time: delightful numbered chocolates, luxury leather bag workshop, contemporary artists, etc.
Thanks to our passionate guide, you will discover the history of Brittany through its capital: Rennes. Walk through the city fortifications that recall the multiple invasions that it has faced from the 3rd to the 16th centuries. Immerge yourself in the Middle-Ages atmosphere by walking through the small alleys surrounded by wooden houses. Feel the influence that the French kingdom has exerted on Brittany from its unification in 1532 while visiting monuments that have been designed by Versailles and Luxembourg Palace architects.
Suggestion / Lunch: The Iconic Galette
Galette, a salted crep, is the most famous Brittany specialty which recipe has been created during the 12th century. Discover this gastronomic icon in one of the 34 creperies downtown!
Afternoon: Shopping and Artistic encounters
Our selection of exclusive addresses will lead you through Rennes and its surroundings to discover the dynamism and creativity of a Region that is truly part of its time: delightful numbered chocolates, luxury leather bag workshop, contemporary artists, etc.
DAY 6 | ON THE WAY TO FRANCE LONGEST WINEYARD
Morning: Charming villages discovery
Chinon, Saumur, Loches: in the heart of the Loire Valley, explore typical villages with authentic character. Nestled in these beautiful landscapes, these unique places are rocked by the Loire river and its tributaries. Our passionate guide will walk you through these charming places to relate the unique history of the place while stopping by the most gourmet addresses.
Afternoon: Vineyard visit and private tasting
Travelers will be welcomed in one of Saumur Champigny greatest wineyard and winery where they will have the privilege of meeting the renowned biodynamic winemaker for a walk in the vineyards.
An exclusive opportunity to participate in the work of the vineyard and to learn about biodynamy. Of course, they will have the pleasure to taste a few wines.
Suggestion / Diner: Michelin-starred restaurant in an amazing UNESCO site.
Chinon, Saumur, Loches: in the heart of the Loire Valley, explore typical villages with authentic character. Nestled in these beautiful landscapes, these unique places are rocked by the Loire river and its tributaries. Our passionate guide will walk you through these charming places to relate the unique history of the place while stopping by the most gourmet addresses.
Afternoon: Vineyard visit and private tasting
Travelers will be welcomed in one of Saumur Champigny greatest wineyard and winery where they will have the privilege of meeting the renowned biodynamic winemaker for a walk in the vineyards.
An exclusive opportunity to participate in the work of the vineyard and to learn about biodynamy. Of course, they will have the pleasure to taste a few wines.
Suggestion / Diner: Michelin-starred restaurant in an amazing UNESCO site.
DAY 7 | EPICUREAN BREAK
Morning: Truffle experience
After a welcoming breakfast, travelers will discover truffle growing process and experience truffle collection technique with the domain owner and his dogs. This walk will be followed by a truffle and Chinon wine tasting in a very special and authentic place, enlightened by candles.
Lunch / Suggestion: This epicurean interlude will continue with a gastronomic "truffle" lunch in a very unique place.
Afternoon - Discover of an artistic Castle
Built in the 15th century by Pierre de Beauvau, Grand Chamberlain of Charles VII, the Rivau was visited by Joan of Arc and Rabelais.
This private medieval castle is animated by more than 380 objects of contemporary art, a daring and successful association. This unusual castle also offers 14 gardens, classified "Remarkable Garden". True jewels of the Loire Valley, you will enjoy strolling there and you getting enamored with floral collections perfumes: bulbs, iris, roses, peonies, dahlias, vegetable garden ... whatever the season!
After a welcoming breakfast, travelers will discover truffle growing process and experience truffle collection technique with the domain owner and his dogs. This walk will be followed by a truffle and Chinon wine tasting in a very special and authentic place, enlightened by candles.
Lunch / Suggestion: This epicurean interlude will continue with a gastronomic "truffle" lunch in a very unique place.
Afternoon - Discover of an artistic Castle
Built in the 15th century by Pierre de Beauvau, Grand Chamberlain of Charles VII, the Rivau was visited by Joan of Arc and Rabelais.
This private medieval castle is animated by more than 380 objects of contemporary art, a daring and successful association. This unusual castle also offers 14 gardens, classified "Remarkable Garden". True jewels of the Loire Valley, you will enjoy strolling there and you getting enamored with floral collections perfumes: bulbs, iris, roses, peonies, dahlias, vegetable garden ... whatever the season!
DAY 8 | CHENONCEAU CASTLE, CONFIDENTIAL
We suggest you to the spend this last day at Chenonceau Castle.
You will discover the beauty of the place and gardens through exclusive experiences. We will share our experiences options with you upon request.
You will discover the beauty of the place and gardens through exclusive experiences. We will share our experiences options with you upon request.
Available Accommodation Types
Let us know which accommodation matches your tastes
LE NORMANDY, 5*
The most famous luxury hotel in Normandy, at the heart of Deauville
CHÂTEAU D'AUDRIEU, 5*
Classic French refinement near the D-Day Landing Beaches
LE BALTHAZAR, 5*
Contemporary design and comfort at the heart of Rennes
LE CASTELBRAC, 5*
Soul Heaven, contemporary design and wonderful seaside view over St-Malo in Brittany
LE NESSAY, 4*
The charm of a design boutique hotel surrounded by the Sea in Brittany
CHÂTEAU DU RIVAU, 4*
A surprising Castle, cleverly mixing tradition to contemporary Art
CHÂTEAU DE VERRIÈRES, 5*
French Art Deco refinement in a castle at the heart of Saumur, Loire Valley
DOMAINE DE LA TORTINIÈRE, 4*
Contemporary design and comfort in a peaceful environment in the Loire Valley
UPON REQUEST
We would be pleased to suggest new hotels, perfectly matching your requirements.
Good To Know
HOW TO REACH NORMANDY?
Normandy is easily reachable from Paris.
Please find below a list of direct connections to Normandy:
Reaching Etretat
- From Paris city center by car: 3h driving
Reaching Deauville / Honfleur
- From Paris city center by train: 2h20 by direct train from Paris St Lazare train station
- From Paris city center by car: 2h20h driving
Reaching Caen
- From Paris city center by train: 2h20 by direct train from Paris St Lazare train station
- From Paris city center by car: 3h driving
- From Provence / Marseille by plane: 1h40 flight
Normandy is easily reachable from Paris.
Please find below a list of direct connections to Normandy:
Reaching Etretat
- From Paris city center by car: 3h driving
Reaching Deauville / Honfleur
- From Paris city center by train: 2h20 by direct train from Paris St Lazare train station
- From Paris city center by car: 2h20h driving
Reaching Caen
- From Paris city center by train: 2h20 by direct train from Paris St Lazare train station
- From Paris city center by car: 3h driving
- From Provence / Marseille by plane: 1h40 flight
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