10-Day Normandy Tour Packages

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• 9 Days in Northern France, incl. Paris and Normandy

  A rich 8-night Normandy tour showcases Rouen's medieval quarter, Omaha Beach, and Les Andelys' Château Gaillard. Daily excursions from Avalon Tapestry II include WWII sites, Norman villages, and regional tastings. Guests choose between Classic, Discovery, and Active tours.

  

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  • Day 1

    Paris

    Get to Paris before 2:30 PM for a smooth check-in. Spend your afternoon walking through Le Marais district when the streets are less busy after lunch. Take the Metro Line 1 to Hôtel de Ville station instead of a taxi to avoid the bad afternoon traffic.

    
  • Day 2

    Paris

    Take a morning bike tour of Paris. The city has good bike lanes and you'll get great morning photos from Pont Alexandre III bridge. Skip the crowded afternoon Versailles tour and check out Saint-Germain-des-Prés instead. The cafés there are lovely and you'll avoid the tourist rush at Versailles.

    
  • Day 3

    Conflans

    Take an e-bike to Château de Maisons-Lafitte. The bikes make it easy to explore even if you're not super athletic. Visit Chantilly Castle before 10 AM to see how they make their famous cream before the crowds show up. If you like Van Gogh, visit Auvers-sur-Oise. The village looks just like it did in his paintings.

    
  • Day 4

    Vernon & Les Andelys

    Try morning kayaking in Vernon if you know the basics. The Seine is usually calm but watch for barges. Visit Monet's gardens in Giverny before noon for the best photos. Bring water shoes for the Château Gaillard hike in Les Andelys. The stone paths can be slippery but the 30-minute climb gives you beautiful views of the Seine Valley.

    
  • Day 5

    Rouen

    Walk through Rouen's medieval quarter. The streets are too narrow for bikes. Get to Notre-Dame Cathedral when it opens at 9 AM to see the morning light through the stained glass. A TourRadar traveler wrote: "The astronomical clock's chiming at noon was magical - position yourself in the square 10 minutes early for the best view."

    
  • Days 6-7

    Normandy Coast

    Plan a full day for the D-Day beaches and wear good shoes. Visit Omaha Beach at low tide to walk the invasion route. Book the cocktail demo at the Benedictine Palace in Le Havre early. If it rains, join the modern architecture walking tour to stay dry.

    
  • Days 8-9

    Return to Paris

    The trip back to Paris takes about 2.5 hours. Visit Montmartre after 3 PM when most tourists leave. Stay in the 11th arrondissement on your last night. It's easy to get to the airport from there and you'll find good local restaurants with normal prices.

    

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• 8 Day Normandy Itinerary, incl. Honfleur and Bayeux

  Norman history comes alive during 8 days through 4 historic locations from Honfleur to Bayeux. The itinerary includes coastal paths, the German Battery at Longues-sur-Mer, and American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, with stays at charming local hotels.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Trouville/Deauville:

    Base yourself in Trouville for the first two days. You can walk the boardwalk and check out the busy fishing port. Visit the Deauville racecourse in the early morning to see thoroughbreds in training. Try to avoid summer weekends when crowds are at their peak.

    
  • Day 3

    Trouville to Honfleur (13km):

    Take a coastal walk with views of the Seine Estuary. The path through Villerville and Criqueboeuf gets muddy after rain so pack good hiking boots. You can stop at a local cider farm in Pennedepie to taste some Calvados. If you want a lighter day there's a shorter route option.

    
  • Day 4

    Honfleur:

    Take a full day to explore Honfleur's art and history. Start at Sainte-Catherine Church when it opens at 9am before the tour buses arrive. For great photos head to the Vieux Basin harbor at sunrise or sunset. The small streets near Place Sainte-Catherine fill up by midday so explore early or late.

    
  • Day 5

    To Port-en-Bessin via Arromanches:

    Visit key D-Day locations today. Begin at Arromanches to view the Mulberry Harbor remains. Walk along Gold Beach to see the German Battery at Longues-sur-Mer. The coastal path gets windy so pack extra layers no matter the season.

    
  • Day 6

    Port-en-Bessin:

    Walk to the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer. Try to catch the flag ceremony at 4pm. The path to Omaha Beach is steep so take it slow. Walking poles can help. For an easier return walk along the beach at low tide. A recent visitor shared: "Walking Omaha Beach at sunrise was incredibly moving - the scale of D-Day really hits you when you're standing where it happened."

    
  • Day 7

    Port-en-Bessin to Bayeux (16km):

    Head inland through the quiet Aure Valley. You'll pass beautiful old Norman manors that look best photographed in morning light. Once in Bayeux see the famous tapestry. Book tickets online and go right at opening (9am) or last entry (around 4pm) to avoid crowds.

    
  • Day 8

    Bayeux:

    On your final day visit Bayeux Cathedral when it opens at 8:30am before the tourist rush. The train station is a 15-minute walk. Leave extra time if you have wheeled luggage since some streets are cobblestone.

    

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• 8 Days in Northern France, incl. Paris and Normandy

  The Seine reveals 5 distinctive ports over 8 days: Paris, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, Les Andelys, and Vernon. Highlights include Notre Dame church in Caudebec, Richard the Lionheart's Château Gaillard, and Paris's Eiffel Tower. Daily buffets and guided excursions at approx. $160 per day.

  

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  • Day 1

    Paris

    Make the most of your first day before the 19:00 cruise departure. Start at the Louvre (book online to avoid long lines) and walk through Tuileries Garden to Place de la Concorde. Spend your afternoon in the charming Marais district before boarding at Port de Grenelle near the Eiffel Tower.

    
  • Days 2-3

    Rouen (Overnight)

    Cruise the Seine during the morning and reach Rouen by 15:00. The walkable medieval old town centers around the 600-year-old Gros Horloge (Great Clock). A recent visitor shared: "The narrow cobblestone streets around the cathedral are magical after sunset when tourists clear out." Start day 3 at Rouen Cathedral to see morning light through the Gothic windows. Visit Place du Vieux-Marché, the site of Joan of Arc's martyrdom.

    
  • Day 4

    Caudebec-en-Caux

    Explore this Norman town starting with the Notre-Dame church's intricate Renaissance facade. Take a bike ride along the Seine using the ship's e-bikes (reserve early as availability is limited). Visit the Museum of Norman Tradition after 15:00 when crowds thin out.

    
  • Day 5

    Les Andelys & Vernon

    Stop at Les Andelys to see Château Gaillard's ruins. The 25-minute uphill walk requires good shoes as the path can be slippery. Afternoon brings you to Vernon, your gateway to Giverny. Take a 15-minute shuttle to see Monet's water lily ponds after 16:00 to avoid tour bus crowds.

    
  • Day 6

    Vernon to Paris

    Spend this cruising day relaxing as you watch the Île-de-France scenery pass by. Get to the sun deck around 17:30 to watch Paris light up as you sail into the city at sunset.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Paris

    Use these two days to see Paris in depth. Visit Sainte-Chapelle at opening (9:00) to beat crowds, then walk to Notre-Dame to check out the reconstruction. The Musée d'Orsay's Impressionist works pair well with your Giverny visit. Spend your final morning in Montmartre before departing.

    

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