Brittany & Normandy Walking & Hiking Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual Hotels
2026: May-Sep
Breton Cliffs to Norman Pastures
Hike Brittany’s dramatic coastline, then uncover rich WWII history in Normandy. Spellbinding landscapes, charming hotels and excellent cuisine round out this northern France escape.
Highlights
- Follow trails along the wild Côte d’Émeraude (the Emerald Coast), with sweeping views of turquoise seas and windswept buffs
- Discover Saint-Malo’s pirate past as you stroll the town’s fortified walls and soak in the sea air
- Beat the crowds with an early morning tour of the breathtaking Mont-Saint-Michel, a World Heritage Site and marvel of medieval architecture
- Connect with World War II history as you walk along D-Day beaches, tour the Normandy American Cemetery and visit Mulberry Harbour
- Sample local specialties like Breton galettes, fresh oysters and Normandy cider in cozy French brasseries and gastronomic restaurants
StartSaint-Malo
EndBayeux
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Bienvenue en France! Trek along the rocky headlands of La Rance Estuary • Walk through the popular town of Dinard and admire its fabulous villas, inviting sandy beaches and splendid belle epoque and art deco structures • Enjoy a sweet sip of kir Breton, an authentic Brittany aperitif • Relish the sea breezes on a ferry across the Rance Estuary to the fortified city of St-Malo • Stroll through the cobbled streets of St-Malo, once notorious as a refuge for the king’s corsairs (pirates) • Hike along Brittany’s celebrated coast past expansive ocean views and fields of heather and pastureland.
Nights 1-2
Located in the heart of St-Malo, with panoramic views of the city's glimmering waters, this stylish hotel pays homage to the area's maritime heritage, blending modern comfort and nautical design. (pool, spa)
Days 3-6
Journey to the dreamy island monastery of Mont-St-Michel, one of Europe’s most hallowed pilgrimage destinations • Stroll through the historic town of Bayeux • Relax amid our hotel’s fragrant fruit orchards and serene French-style park • Hike along the waterfront to view what remains of Mulberry Harbour • Accompanied by a local historian, visit the D-Day beaches and the Normandy American Cemetery • Walk the length of Omaha Beach to fully appreciate its scale and complexity • Explore the Norman countryside, roaming bucolic landscapes and tranquil pastures along the Aure River.
Nights 3-5
Surrounded by a tranquil French-style park and fruit orchards, this hotel offers the perfect setting for peaceful walks amid classic Norman scenery. (pool, spa)
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Nights 1-2
Casual Hotel
Located in the heart of St-Malo, with panoramic views of the city's glimmering waters, this stylish hotel pays homage to the area's maritime heritage, blending modern comfort and nautical design. (pool, spa)
Nights 3-5
Casual Hotel
Surrounded by a tranquil French-style park and fruit orchards, this hotel offers the perfect setting for peaceful walks amid classic Norman scenery. (pool, spa)
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