Brittany & Normandy Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Premiere Hotels
Brittany & Normandy Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-2
Premiere Hotels
2025: Sep 2026: May, Aug-Sep
Dolce Tempo Journey from France's D-Day Beaches to St-Malo
Think Vikings storming ashore. King Louis XIV in all his splendor. The charge of Allied landings. As you wander coastal cliffs and quiet country lanes, pause for a moment—these landscapes have stories to tell.
Highlights
- Walk the dramatic cliffside trails of Brittany’s Emerald Coast, with views of the English Channel on one side and fields of wildflowers on the other
- Enjoy tranquil beaches and pastoral landscapes as you hike through rural Normandy
- Reflect on the past at renowned World War II battle sites and memorials
- Savor the natural bounty of this region with with fresh oysters, Normandy’s famous Camembert cheese and crêpes paired with apple brandy
- Visit the dreamlike island monastery and sacred pilgrimage destination of Mont-St-Michel
Start Caen
End Rennes
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on a quaint cider farm outside of Bayeux • Explore the iconic Norman countryside on foot, passing bucolic villages and lush green pastures • Walk along the Aure River • Arrive to Bayeux, the first French town to be liberated after D-Day • Wander the town’s cobbled streets and join its vibrant street life, from terraced cafés to boutique shops • Continue to the coast, where breathtaking scenery awaits • Experience World War II history firsthand at Omaha Beach, the ruins of German bunkers, and the American Military Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer • Explore the village of Arromanches and its artificial port, constructed to support the D-Day invasion • Take in the vista of the town and the English Channel from the cliff tops above • Visit Pointe du Hoc, replete with history and featuring stunning sea views • Taste classic Norman cuisine and sip farm-fresh apple cider.
Nights 1-3
Set amid exquisite gardens, a grand 18th-century estate with period furnishings. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool)
Days 4-6
See how the Côte d’Emeraude (Emerald Coast) earned its name • Explore Mont-St-Michel, the island monastery and World Heritage Site that has become a destination for pilgrims from around the world • Enjoy a visit to Cancale, the home of Louis XIV’s favorite oysters • Take in the incredible views of the Bay of Mont-St-Michel from our hotel • Meander through the fortified city of St-Malo with time for a coffee or some shopping • Walk along the hills through quaint villages and past dramatic cliffs.
Nights 4-5
This stately 19th-century hotel welcomes you with warm décor and mesmerizing views overlooking the coast and Saint-Malo. (pool, spa)
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Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-3
Premiere Hotel
Set amid exquisite gardens, a grand 18th-century estate with period furnishings. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
This stately 19th-century hotel welcomes you with warm décor and mesmerizing views overlooking the coast and Saint-Malo. (pool, spa)
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