Day 1 Channel crossing. Overnight in the Rouen area.
Day 2 Continue through the Normandy countryside, to Mont Saint-Michel for a 4 night stay.
Day 3 Spend the day exploring the famous island, dominated by its stunning Abbey. The town has welcomed visitors for centuries and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The mediaeval pedestrian centre is full of shops and cafés, which culminate at the Abbey. The island can be accessed by regular local buses or walking from the hotel along the causeway (approx.1km).
Day 4 Travel to Caen, once home to William the Conqueror, and the centre for those wishing to explore the D-Day history in the region. A local guide is recommended for the WWII sites, as well as admission to the Caen Memorial which brings to life the struggles the city faced. Alternatively, there are Abbeys, gardens and a castle to consider for a different visit. A tour and tasting at a local calvados producer can be included for this day.
Day 5 Cross into Brittany and explore the Côte d’Armor. Begin with a stop in the walled city of Saint Malo. Discover the harbour, ramparts and cathedral in the mediaeval centre. Continue along the coast to the elegant coastal town of Pléneuf-Val-André with its beach and marina. Return via the charming riverside town of Dinan, with its mediaeval old town.
Day 6 Leave Mont Saint-Michel and travel to the Rouen area for an overnight stay.
Day 7 Short Channel crossing to Dover and home.
If you prefer ferry crossings to Cherbourg or Caen, please ask for details.
All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.