Brittany & Normandy Easygoing Walking Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
From $5,249 - $5,399 /person
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
2024: May-Jul 2025: May-Jul, Sep
Dolce Tempo Journey from France's D-Day Beaches to St-Malo
This land is steeped in history, from William the Conqueror to World War II. It tells a story with every crash of the waves and every gust of wind. Brittany and Normandy: land of the Celts, the Britons, the French. Now it’s your home for a week. Come indulge in oysters and apple cider. Walk these ancient trails. Visit Omaha beach and Mont-St-Michel. Hear what these landscapes have to say.
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 lush countryside in Normandy and visit the iconic Bayeux Tapestry, one of the supreme achievements of the Norman Romanesque
- Discover the compelling history of this region, from D-Day beaches to medieval treasures, and explore its vibrant contemporary culture
- Savor the natural bounty of this region with fresh oysters, celebrated local apple cider and specialties like moules-frites and Normandy’s famous Camembert cheese
Start Caen
End Rennes
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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 • See the iconic Bayeux Tapestry • Continue to the coast, where stunning vistas await • 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 clifftops 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
An elegantly appointed and family-owned boutique hotel just steps from Bayeux Cathedral in the heart of the city.
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 St-Malo. (pool, spa)
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Nights 1-3
Premiere Hotel
An elegantly appointed and family-owned boutique hotel just steps from Bayeux Cathedral in the heart of the city.
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
This stately 19th-century hotel welcomes you with warm décor and mesmerizing views overlooking the coast and St-Malo. (pool, spa)
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