Paris — Chambord Castle — Amboise Castle — Chenonceau Castle
Paris - 07:30 Pick up and departure from Your hotel in Paris. There are 180 km to drive on highway by our comfortable air conditioned Mercedes minivan to reach the first Castle Chambord. It takes about 2,5 hours with one stop made at the rest area. The Guide will give You general Information about the French history connected to the Castles of the Loire Valley.
Chateau de Chambord - 10:00 - 11:45 Visit of Chateau de Chambord. The Guide will tell You the history of the Castle and its construction. The Château de Chambord is one of the most popular castles because of its French Renaissance architecture. The building was constructed from 1519 to 1547 by Francis I (Francois 1-er) and is nowadays the biggest castle with its 440 rooms, 282 fireplaces and 84 staircases. The castle is also known because of its open double-spiral staircase. The two spirals ascend the three floors without ever meeting. Leonardo da Vinci may have designed the staircase. 11:45 Departure to Amboise city. There is 1 hour drive (60 km).
Amboise - 12:45 - 13:45 Lunch time in Amboise city where You’ll find many restaurants and cafes. We can as well recommend You or make a table reservation at a good restaurant.
Chateau Royal d’Amboise - 13:45 to 15:00 Skip-the-line access with Guide to Royal Chateau d’Amboise with Histopad explaining to You the history of this Castle and of each room. Amboise is the grand 15th-century residence of King Charles VIII and an example of the transition of Gothic to Renaissance architecture. Learn the history of the castle Amboise which is known as birth place of princes, the reign of Kings, and the death of the greatest Renaissance master, Leonardo Da Vinci! You can see his grave in the chapel. 15:00 Departure to the Chenonceau castle which is located just 20 minutes drive.
Chateau de Chenonceau - 15:20 to 17:00 Skip-the-line access to the Chateau Chenonceau and its Gardens. The Guide will tell You the history of the Castle and its construction. You will get as well the brochure with explanations of each room. Chenonceau nicknamed the “ladies’ castle” is remarkable for its feminine history of famous women of France such as Catherine de Medici as well as for its stunning architecture as well as unique aches over the River Cher. The Renaissance-style gardens Gardens of Chenonceau with their more than 130,000 flowerings plants will impress You as well. Attn. In low season we depart at 5:10 pm and in high season at 5:30 due to the opening hours of the Castle. 17:00 Departure from the Chenonceau castle destination Mont Saint-Michel. It takes about 3,5 hours (300 km).
Mont-Saint-Michel - 20:30 Arrival and accommodations at 3+/4 hotel in Normandy close to Mont Saint-Michel.
Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel — Omaha Beach — American Cemetery — Overlord Museum
Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel - 08:30 Hotel check out. You can put the baggage to our Minivan which will be located near the hotel. 09:00 - 12:00 Visit of the UNESCO World Heritage Mont Saint-Michel and its Benedictine Abbey. Your guide will bring you up the narrow streets of the medieval village toward the top of the Island. You can admire panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and bay and enter the Benedictine Abbey. Entrance tickets into the Abbey include audio-guides in many languages. The whole island with the Bay is classified by UNESCO as a world heritage site. It remains practically the same since the Middle Ages as it was the goal of pilgrims from all over the world. Mont Saint Michel remains the most visited site in France.
Mont-Saint-Michel - 12:00 - 13:00 Lunch in Mont Saint-Michel. We can make for You a restaurant reservation or You can choose a restaurant at your own. 13:00 Departure from Mont Saint-Michel to Omaha Beaches. It will take about 1,5 hours (147 km) to reach the Omaha beaches Signal Monument.
Omaha Beach - 14:45 - 15:15 Omaha beaches Signal Monument visit. Learn about the huge sacrifice made by the 34 000 men who landed here on D-Day. Omaha Beach is the most popular travellers destination of the D-Day Beaches. A 5 minutes ride (4 km) to Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer.
Cimetiere Americain de Colleville-sur-Mer - 15:30 - 16:45 Arrival and Visit of the Normandy American Cemetery & Visitor Center in Colleville-sur-Mer and overlooking Omaha Beach. It contains 9,387 U.S. soldiers, most of whom were killed during the Normandy Landings and the Wall of the Missing with the names of 1,557 soldiers missing in action. The cliffs leading down to the beaches contain the remnants of the German defences, including concrete casemates with memorials to the soldiers. At Normandy American Cemetery you’ll see as well the semicircular memorial colonnade with the sculpture “Spirit of American Youth Rising from the Waves” and large maps of military operations; and the most beautiful, idyllic spot on Planet Earth. Free time to walk around the gardens. 16:15 Departure to close located Overlord Museum.
Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach - 16:45 - 17:30 Overlord Museum visit located close to the Normandy American Cemetery. 17:30 Departure to Paris. It takes 3,5 hours (290 km). One stop will be made at the rest area.
Paris - 21:00 Coming back to Paris. Drop Off at Your hotel. Pass by without stopping
- All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
- Overlord Museum, Omaha Beach Memorial, American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer visit
- Mercedes minivan with adjustable seats up to 7 people / Mercedes E class (business) car by 2 people
- Professional Guide-Driver or Driver + Guide for the whole trip
- Hotel accommodation in Double Rooms one night with breakfast
- Mont Saint-Michel with entrance tickets to the Abbey guided visit
- 3 Loire Valley Castles visits including tickets
- Single Accommodation Supplement
- Gratuities and Souvenirs, Meals and Drinks
Clewel Travel offers a premium 2-day excursion for groups of 2-7 individuals, covering 6 key attractions of Normandy & D-Day, including Mont Saint-Michel, D-Day beaches, museums, and 2 foremost Loire Valley castles. Transport is provided by our air-conditioned Mercedes Minivan with adjustable seating, featuring hotel pick-up service. Included in the package is Calvados tasting. Accommodation is provided at a 3-star hotel for one night, based on 1/2 DR. The highlights of the trip feature a visit to Mont Saint-Michel and its Abbey, D-Day Omaha beaches, Caen Museum, American Cemetery, etc. Tours of Chenonceau and Amboise Castles will also be facilitated. Additionally, we arrange for a chance to meet a local Calvados producer for a tasting session. Our Mercedes minivan allows us to drive faster than typical buses, offering more comfort and time efficiency. Choose from 15 unique private and small-group experiences departing from Paris via Mercedes minivan with Clewel Travel.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
