Paris, Normandy, & Châteaux Country - 9 Days

• France

DAY 1
ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE

Welcome to Paris!
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

DAY 2 
PARIS (B/D)

Spend your day your way in Paris
Bonjour, Paris! Enjoy your day with an orientation drive to discover some of Paris’s iconic quarters. Explore more of Paris with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.

Undercover shopping
Discover some of Paris's lesser-known gems-the "Passages Couvert", elaborate 19th-century covered shopping arcades. Stroll the walkways beneath glass rooftops with your Local Guide for stories about the curiosities and architectural innovations. Your experience also includes a delightful drink and sweet treat along the way.

Making scents in Paris
French parfum fills the air while breathing in the history and craftsmanship behind the art of French perfumery. Visit a charming perfume museum in the heart of Paris, then become a parfumier yourself and create your own custom fragrance to bottle as a special souvenir. Ooh, la la!
Indulge in the ultimate Parisian experience with Globus Local Favorite dinner on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower! *

* For operational reasons, changes to the Paris program cannot be excluded.

Make the Most of Your Free Time
While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

DAY 3
PARIS–GIVERNY–ROUEN–DEAUVILLE (B)

A Big Impression
This morning, bid au revoir to Paris as you depart for Giverny to Globus Local Favorite visit the home and gardens of master impressionist painter Claude Monet. Continue to Rouen, free time to try some local specialties for lunch and see some of the famous sights such as the Gros-Horloge and the Place du Vieux-Marché where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. Arrive in Deauville with free time to enjoy a walk along the Promenade des Planches.
149 mi / 240 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
CULTURAL GEM Wander through the gardens which inspired Monet to create some of his most celebrated Impressionist paintings at his home in Giverny. This special retreat evokes the serenity and artistry of the natural world captured in the master’s works.

Make the Most of Your Free Time
While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

Explore Honfleur
Visit the place where the Seine River flows into the sea and where artists have flocked for centuries: Honfleur with its captivating old harbor, medieval Old Town, and coastal charm.

DAY 4
DEAUVILLE–EXCURSION TO NORMANDY BEACHES (B/D)

Heroes & Hope for Peace
Embark on a moving journey to the legendary beaches of Normandy where brave Allied troops landed on D-Day, June 6,1944. Visit Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach with the Monument to the Brave, and experience the most moving site of the American Cemetery at Omaha. Continue to Arromanches and see the remains of Mulberry Harbor.
112 mi / 180 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Walk in the footsteps of heroes on the beaches of Normandy, where Allied Forces stormed the beach with courage and heroism in World War II. Visit the final resting place of American soldiers who gave their lives for freedom.

DAY 5
DEAUVILLE–MONT ST. MICHEL (B/D)

Castle in The Sand
Travel through the Normandy countryside to spectacular Mont St. Michel which stands on an island at the mouth of the Couesnon River and accessed via a causeway. Enjoy some free time to explore before meeting your local guide for a walking tour that includes a visit of the Abbey.
112 mi / 180 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE A real-life castle in the sand, magical Mont St. Michel Abbey sits on top of a tidal island on the coast of Normandy. Learn how this strategic position has protected it from being invaded but also has made it the ideal location for a place of confinement, as Napoleon converted the abbey into a prison for his enemies.

DAY 6
MONT ST. MICHEL–ANGERS–LOIRE VALLEY (B)

French Treasures & Views
Drive through the French countryside to Angers. Enjoy free time to admire the medieval castle, enjoy a spot of lunch, and stroll along the elegant streets. Continue with a scenic drive through the Loire Valley.
217 mi / 350 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ART & ARCHITECTURE Historic tapestries, half- timbered houses and, of course, the Castle. Take all of this and much more in while you wander the charming cobble streets or walk along the banks of the Maine river. Make sure you don’t forget to bring your cameras with you!

Make the Most of Your Free Time
While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

DAY 7
LOIRE VALLEY. EXCURSION TO CHÂTEAUX COUNTRY (B)

French Country Homes
A real treat today, experience some of the highlights of the Loire Valley. Start with a guided visit of the lovely Chenonceau Castle, once owned by Catherine de Medici and known as the “Ladies' Chateau” having been owned and managed by various important female figures. Globus Local Favorite Enjoy a well-deserved wine tasting experience before continuing for a guided visit to Chambord, one of the most recognizable French castles in the world!
112 mi / 180 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES Sip the very best in French wine in the picturesque French countryside along the Loire River Valley, where many stately castles dot the landscape. Hear about the history of the region that with more than 55.000 hectares of vineyards is France’s longest vineyard with an annual turnover of 320 million bottles of wine.

DAY 8
LOIRE VALLEY–PARIS (B/D)

City Lights & River Nights
Return to Paris. Enjoy some free time this afternoon for some last-minute shopping or sightseeing. This evening, Globus Local Favorite enjoy a dinner cruise on the River Seine, served with incredible sights of celebrated landmarks.
155 mi / 250 km

LOCAL FAVORITE
LOCAL TASTES What better way to celebrate your visit to France than with a dinner cruise along the Seine. Gaze at the City of Light from your ship, while indulging in French fare and wine. Bon Appetit!

Make the Most of Your Free Time
While we include select excursions and must-see sights on your trip, you may wish to explore other options to enhance your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.

DAY 9
PARIS (B)

Safe travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

Special Features Included in this Tour:
• Orientation drive in Paris
• Globus Choice excursions in Paris − included in your tour with your choice of a guided visit to a French perfumery with a “make your own scent” experience or a guided walking tour to discover the “Passages Couvert”
•  Dinner on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower
•  Scenic dinner cruise on the Seine River
•  Visit the home and gardens of the impressionist painter Claude Monet in Giverny
• Orientation walk to see Rouen’s grand Gothic cathedral
• Visit Deauville and Angers
• Normandy Beach experience includes a visit to Pointe du Hoc, Omaha Beach, and the American Cemetery with the Monument to the Brave
• Guided walking tour of Mont St. Michel
• Guided visits of Chateau Chambord and Chateau Chenonceau in the Loire Valley, plus  wine tasting

World Heritage Sites are designated by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for having cultural, historical, scientific or other form of significance. The sites are judged to contain cultural and natural heritage around the world considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:

• Mont Saint Michel and its Bay
• Paris Banks of the Seine
• The Loire Valley between Sully-sur-Loire and Chalonnes (Chambord and Chenonceau Castle)

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

RICCARDO CAMILLONI

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

I grew up in Rome. Early on I learned the beauty of art and history and discovered my passion for hospitality. Touring in France gives me the pleasure of sharing a country I love with guests, whilst also allowing me to practice my third language and continue to deepen my knowledge of the country. It is always an honor to escort guests to the landing beaches and speak about the liberation of Europe through the pivotal Normandy allied invasion! This is when I feel the privilege of being some sort of "ambassador in time" on behalf of my generation and country.

Paris

AC Hotel Paris Porte Maillot
6 rue Gustave Charpentier Paris France
WiFi
First-Class Hotel as shown or similar

HOTEL AMENITIES
Business Center
Fitness Room
Elevator
Free WiFi
Luggage Storage
Bar/Lounge

ROOM FEATURES
Coffee Maker
Desk
Phone
Television
Hair Dryer
In-Room Safe
Iron/Ironing Board
Room Service
Internet Access
Cable/Satellite
Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
Complimentary Toiletries
Climate Control
Air Conditioning

Paris Marriott Rive Gauche
17, Blvd St.Jacques Paris France
WiFi
SuperiorFirst-Class Hotel as shown or similar

HOTEL AMENITIES
Business Center
Fitness Room
Elevator
Laundry Available
Concierge desk
Restaurant On-Site
Free WiFi
Currency Exchange
Luggage Storage
Beauty Salon
Ice Machine
Gift Shop
Bar/Lounge
Parking/Valet

ROOM FEATURES
Complimentary Newspaper
Coffee Maker
Non-smoking Rooms
Desk
Voicemail
Phone
Television
Hair Dryer
Mini-bar
In-Room Safe
Iron/Ironing Board
Room Service
Internet Access
Cable/Satellite
Complimentary Toiletries
Air Conditioning

Deauville

Royal Barriere
Boulevard Comuche, BP 74400 Deauville France
WiFi
Deluxe Hotel as shown or similar

HOTEL AMENITIES
Spa Services
Fitness Room
Elevator
Concierge desk
Restaurant On-Site
Free WiFi
Luggage Storage
Beauty Salon
Pool
Gift Shop
Bar/Lounge
Parking/Valet

ROOM FEATURES
Complimentary Newspaper
Coffee Maker
Non-smoking Rooms
Desk
Phone
Television
Hair Dryer
Mini-bar
In-Room Safe
Iron/Ironing Board
Room Service
Wake-Up Calls
Alarm Clock
Internet Access
Cable/Satellite
Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
Complimentary Toiletries
Pay Movies
Climate Control
Air Conditioning
Disabled Access / Rooms

Mont St. Michel

Mercure Mont St.Michel
Route Du Mont St.Michel Mont Saint Michel France
WiFi
First-Class Hotel as shown or similar

HOTEL AMENITIES
Business Center
Restaurant On-Site
Free WiFi
Luggage Storage
Bar/Lounge
Parking/Valet

ROOM FEATURES
Coffee Maker
Non-smoking Rooms
Desk
Phone
Television
Hair Dryer
Mini-bar
Smoking Rooms
Iron/Ironing Board
Room Service
Wake-Up Calls
Window Opens
Internet Access
Cable/Satellite
Climate Control
Air Conditioning
Disabled Access / Rooms

Loire Valley

Océania L'Univers
5 Blvd Heurteloup Tours France
WiFi
SuperiorFirst-Class Hotel as shown or similar

HOTEL AMENITIES
Spa Services
Business Center
Fitness Room
Elevator
Laundry Available
Restaurant On-Site
Free WiFi
Luggage Storage
Pool
Gift Shop
Bar/Lounge
Parking/Valet
Hot Tub

ROOM FEATURES
Coffee Maker
Non-smoking Rooms
Desk
Phone
Television
Hair Dryer
In-Room Safe
Room Service
Wake-Up Calls
Window Opens
Alarm Clock
Internet Access
Cable/Satellite
Complimentary Toiletries
Climate Control
Air Conditioning
Disabled Access / Rooms

US$3,299*

*prices per person, based on double occupancy for 14 August 2027 departure

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