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Normandy, Brittany & The Loire Valley

Explore Paris Before Dinner to Au Revoir Paris

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Normandy, Brittany & The Loire Valley
Enjoy the sights and sounds of France during this 8-day guided tour. Travel to Normandy and stand on the 100-foot-tall Pointe du Hoc, overlooking the beaches where soldiers fought in World War II — and walk with a Local Specialist through the American Military Cemetery of Saint-Laurent, near Omaha Beach, where Allied Forces landed on D-Day. Drive through the Loire Valley to the glorious fragrant gardens of Chateau de Villandry, stopping to smell the basil, rosemary and other herbs grown in its gardens. You’ll remember those scents at a dinner featuring a farm-to-table feast and sparkling wine. See Paris’ top attractions, from the elegant avenue of the Champs-Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe and the iconic Eiffel Tower.

Dining Summary
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
How You'll Travel
  • Business class coach with extended leg room
  • Top-rated dining, from farm-to-table to local restaurants
  • 4 & 5-star stays
Authentic Dining
  • Paris: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at a local restaurant for a delightful dinner.
  • Saumur: Learn about local grape varieties and regional wine-making traditions as you sample wines of the Loire Valley.
  • Loire Valley: This evening, dine at the historic Le Domaine de la Tortinière, surrounded by elegant French gardens. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted three-course menu featuring fresh produce from the chateau’s gardens and local producers. With traditional family cuisine and warm hospitality, this Farm-to-Table dinner offers a true taste of the Loire Valley. 
Top Rated Highlights
  • Rouen: See the cathedral, the Great Clock, the Old Market square and Place du Vieux-Marché where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake.
  • Honfleur: See this charming fishing town whose harbor once inspired Monet.
  • Honfleur: Among the orchards of Normandy’s cider country, meet a local producer preserving generations of apple-growing and distilling tradition. Discover how carefully selected fruit becomes fresh apple juice, crisp cider and Calvados as you learn about the region’s time-honored production methods. Then taste each for yourself, uncovering the flavors and craftsmanship that have made these distinctive drinks part of Normandy’s cultural identity.
  • Omaha Beach: Follow the route of the Rangers, visit the bunkers and the Rangers Memorial.
  • Omaha Beach: With a Local Specialist, spend a few reflective moments at the American Military Cemetery of Saint-Laurent.
  • Mont-Saint-Michel: Savor your first sight of the fortified island of Mont Saint-Michel. Cross the causeway for a guided tour with your Local Specialist through the maze of halls and vaults of the abbey.
  • Saint-Malo: Your Local Specialist guides you through the streets of the walled city to arrive at the cathedral. Later enjoy the chance to walk along the fortifications and explore the cities nightlife at your leisure.
  • Villandry: Visit the gardens of Chateau de Villandry, considered among the finest in France. Explore a series of formal Renaissance designs, including ornamental flowerbeds, water gardens and a working kitchen garden, all maintained using sustainable practices that reflect the estate’s long horticultural heritage. 
  • Amboise: See the Royal Chateau beside the Loire River.
Trafalgar Choice
  • Arromanches-les-Bains: Visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches and see the remnants of the artificial port in the bay.
  • Bayeux: Marvel at stunning Norman-Gothic architecture during a visit to Bayeux Cathedral. Learn about its rich history and see the site where the Bayeux Tapestry was originally displayed.
Choice Highlights
  • Choose between two carefully selected activities
  • Arromanches-les-Bains: Visit the D-Day Museum in Arromanches and see the remnants of the artificial port in the bay.
  • Bayeux: Marvel at stunning Norman-Gothic architecture during a visit to Bayeux Cathedral. Learn about its rich history and see the site where the Bayeux Tapestry was originally displayed.
7 Nights Starting From
Per Person

September 25, 2027 through October 02, 2027
Book by:
September 22, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
Airfare not included
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7 Nights from $3,622.00 (USD) Per Person
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September 22, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,285.00 (USD) Per Person
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April 07, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,650.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
April 14, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,495.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
April 21, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $4,150.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
April 28, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,578.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
May 05, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,975.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
May 12, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,578.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
May 19, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,975.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
May 26, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,578.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
June 02, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,875.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
June 09, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,488.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
June 16, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,875.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
June 23, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,262.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
June 30, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,625.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
July 07, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,236.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
July 21, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,595.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
July 28, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,172.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
August 11, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,595.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
August 18, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,375.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
August 25, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $4,025.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
September 01, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,622.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
September 08, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,622.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
September 15, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $4,025.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
September 29, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,995.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
October 06, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
7 Nights from $3,995.00 (USD) Per Person
Airfare not included
October 13, 2027 12:00 AM GMT
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Our Difference

Your Bucket List Moments

You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way. Here are just a few of the hundreds of must-sees that are waiting for you.

Must-Sees To Local Secrets

You’ll enjoy that extra special treatment when you skip the lines at must-see sights and uncover secrets with your Local Specialist.

Stays With Stories

In addition to the extensive trusted accommodation partners, on many tours, you will find yourself overnighting in accommodations with stories as rich as the destinations you’re exploring. From an Irish castle steeped in history to a South African safari lodge, or a traditional Japanese Ryokan – you can truly experience it all.

Be My Guest

Welcome to your home away from home. Step into the lives of your hosts who open their homes, wineries, farms and more to share stories about their families, history and their communities, over good food and great hospitality. With one on every itinerary, Be My Guest ensures your journey is truly one-of-a-kind, wherever it takes you.

Everything Taken Care Of

With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.

Here’s a quick look at the travel essentials and experiences you'll enjoy.

  • Travel Director and Driver team
  • Nightly accommodation
  • Stays with Stories experience*
  • Daily breakfast**
  • Many lunches and dinners
  • Luxury coach transport***
  • Entry to many must-see sights
  • Be My Guest experience
  • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
  • Locally guided tours in many destinations

*Stays with Stories are available to you on selected tours
**On select days on some of our tours, we leave days free to follow your nose to the local bakery or diner to suit your tastes, preferences and budget.
*** On some tours in smaller destinations, on-board bathrooms and WiFi are not available on our coaches or mini coach fleets.

Your transport and Driver

You’ll travel from A to B in comfort and style, and without worrying about driving, parking, tolls and arguing over the satnav. Your luxury coach features reclining seats, panoramic windows to take in the views, WiFi, air-con, and on-board bathroom facilities, USB chargers and more* – kick back knowing your journey is as good as the destination.

Beyond your coach, you’ll really be able to take in the views on your journey. You could take a ferry through turquoise waters, past grottoes and along a unique coastline to the Isle of Capri, through New Zealand’s Milford Sound, or the Glacier Express Train ride along the Swiss Alps’ lakes and glaciers. You’ll capture incredible sights all from the comfort of your seat.

*On some tours in smaller destinations, on-board bathrooms and WiFi are not available on our coaches or mini coach fleets.

Complement your tour with Optional Experiences

Unlock even more with a selection of Optional Experiences available throughout your tour. These have been carefully curated to add that ‘extra something’ to your included sightseeing and one-of-a-kind experiences, at just-for-you Trafalgar prices. Selected by our team of experts and organised by your Travel Director while you’re on your tour, you’ll enjoy knowing the research has already been done for you.

Ways to Go

Group travel tours - 300 Trips. 70 Countries. 7 Continents.

Trafalgar tours are the ultimate way to experience the world with like-minded travelers. From the historic canals of Venice to the sun-drenched shores of Hawaii, our group travel packages take care of every detail so you can relax and explore with complete ease. We take the worry out of travel, so from planning, to booking, to exploring the world with us, you can rest assured that we’re with you every step of the way.

Each of our group travel packages is perfectly planned so you can enjoy a blend of iconic and local experiences. Our group vacations are the classic Trafalgar experience that allows you to tour differently, with the world’s most loved and awarded travel brand.

Groups - For groups of 9 guests or more

Are you a group of 9 or more looking for the ultimate group trips package? Then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re a trip organizer or just looking for a group trip to enjoy with friends and family, with us you can look forward to a rich travel experience that combines exceptional service, great value, and ultimate ease. Choose from over 240 of our existing, award-winning group vacations, or design a custom trip bespoke to your group’s passions and interests.

 

  • I am a group trip organizer
    If you are a trip organizer for a corporate, sporting or affinity group, or a Travel Agent, our group trips are perfect for your needs. You can either choose from one of our existing tours, or design a custom tour around your group’s travel interests, knowing that you will still get to enjoy the same remarkable Trafalgar inclusions and world class experience.
     
  • I am traveling with family and friends
    Whether you’re a small a group of family and friends looking to get away with ultimate ease, or a larger group celebrating a special occasion like a destination wedding or milestone birthday, we have just the perfect trip. Choose from one of our existing tours and enjoy travel with like-minded travelers.

Family Tours & Travel Packages

Travel can be one of the most rewarding experiences a family can have together. Our family tours let you rediscover the joy of travel with the whole family and make memories that last well after you arrive home. From meeting a real-life cowboy in Montana, or spotting monkeys in Costa Rica, to experiencing life as a gladiator in Rome, the world is your playground with our family vacations.

Custom tours - For groups of 10 guests or more

You dream it, then we’ll create it. Our custom tours option is the perfect choice for groups of 10 guests or more seeking a tailored experience, while still offering complete flexibility and control over your budget, personalized travel itinerary and inclusions. Our specialist team can design a custom group travel experience perfectly suited to your group’s specific needs and interests.

Solo Travel Tours & Singles Vacations

Thinking of taking a solo trip? We make solo travel a breeze. With 24/7 support and everything taken care of by our team, you'll relax knowing you can travel with ease. Our singles vacations attract people from all over the world who are looking to share real travel experiences with like-minded people, so you’ll make new friends along the way in solo travel groups.

Tours for seniors

Discover the world with tours for seniors designed with comfort, culture, and connection in mind. Travel with like-minded explorers at a pace that suits you, experiencing enriching journeys filled with history, local stories, and breathtaking landscapes—all without the stress of planning. You might be looking for European travel tours for seniors, or going even further afield. Wherever your next adventure awaits, you’ll always unlock the best of your destination with Trafalgar.

Your Bucket List Moments

You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way. Here are just a few of the hundreds of must-sees that are waiting for you.

Must-Sees To Local Secrets

You’ll enjoy that extra special treatment when you skip the lines at must-see sights and uncover secrets with your Local Specialist.

Stays With Stories

In addition to the extensive trusted accommodation partners, on many tours, you will find yourself overnighting in accommodations with stories as rich as the destinations you’re exploring. From an Irish castle steeped in history to a South African safari lodge, or a traditional Japanese Ryokan – you can truly experience it all.

Be My Guest

Welcome to your home away from home. Step into the lives of your hosts who open their homes, wineries, farms and more to share stories about their families, history and their communities, over good food and great hospitality. With one on every itinerary, Be My Guest ensures your journey is truly one-of-a-kind, wherever it takes you.

Everything Taken Care Of

With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.

Here’s a quick look at the travel essentials and experiences you'll enjoy.

  • Travel Director and Driver team
  • Nightly accommodation
  • Stays with Stories experience*
  • Daily breakfast**
  • Many lunches and dinners
  • Luxury coach transport***
  • Entry to many must-see sights
  • Be My Guest experience
  • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
  • Locally guided tours in many destinations

*Stays with Stories are available to you on selected tours
**On select days on some of our tours, we leave days free to follow your nose to the local bakery or diner to suit your tastes, preferences and budget.
*** On some tours in smaller destinations, on-board bathrooms and WiFi are not available on our coaches or mini coach fleets.

Your transport and Driver

You’ll travel from A to B in comfort and style, and without worrying about driving, parking, tolls and arguing over the satnav. Your luxury coach features reclining seats, panoramic windows to take in the views, WiFi, air-con, and on-board bathroom facilities, USB chargers and more* – kick back knowing your journey is as good as the destination.

Beyond your coach, you’ll really be able to take in the views on your journey. You could take a ferry through turquoise waters, past grottoes and along a unique coastline to the Isle of Capri, through New Zealand’s Milford Sound, or the Glacier Express Train ride along the Swiss Alps’ lakes and glaciers. You’ll capture incredible sights all from the comfort of your seat.

*On some tours in smaller destinations, on-board bathrooms and WiFi are not available on our coaches or mini coach fleets.

Complement your tour with Optional Experiences

Unlock even more with a selection of Optional Experiences available throughout your tour. These have been carefully curated to add that ‘extra something’ to your included sightseeing and one-of-a-kind experiences, at just-for-you Trafalgar prices. Selected by our team of experts and organised by your Travel Director while you’re on your tour, you’ll enjoy knowing the research has already been done for you.

Group travel tours - 300 Trips. 70 Countries. 7 Continents.

Trafalgar tours are the ultimate way to experience the world with like-minded travelers. From the historic canals of Venice to the sun-drenched shores of Hawaii, our group travel packages take care of every detail so you can relax and explore with complete ease. We take the worry out of travel, so from planning, to booking, to exploring the world with us, you can rest assured that we’re with you every step of the way.

Each of our group travel packages is perfectly planned so you can enjoy a blend of iconic and local experiences. Our group vacations are the classic Trafalgar experience that allows you to tour differently, with the world’s most loved and awarded travel brand.

Groups - For groups of 9 guests or more

Are you a group of 9 or more looking for the ultimate group trips package? Then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re a trip organizer or just looking for a group trip to enjoy with friends and family, with us you can look forward to a rich travel experience that combines exceptional service, great value, and ultimate ease. Choose from over 240 of our existing, award-winning group vacations, or design a custom trip bespoke to your group’s passions and interests.

 

  • I am a group trip organizer
    If you are a trip organizer for a corporate, sporting or affinity group, or a Travel Agent, our group trips are perfect for your needs. You can either choose from one of our existing tours, or design a custom tour around your group’s travel interests, knowing that you will still get to enjoy the same remarkable Trafalgar inclusions and world class experience.
     
  • I am traveling with family and friends
    Whether you’re a small a group of family and friends looking to get away with ultimate ease, or a larger group celebrating a special occasion like a destination wedding or milestone birthday, we have just the perfect trip. Choose from one of our existing tours and enjoy travel with like-minded travelers.

Family Tours & Travel Packages

Travel can be one of the most rewarding experiences a family can have together. Our family tours let you rediscover the joy of travel with the whole family and make memories that last well after you arrive home. From meeting a real-life cowboy in Montana, or spotting monkeys in Costa Rica, to experiencing life as a gladiator in Rome, the world is your playground with our family vacations.

Custom tours - For groups of 10 guests or more

You dream it, then we’ll create it. Our custom tours option is the perfect choice for groups of 10 guests or more seeking a tailored experience, while still offering complete flexibility and control over your budget, personalized travel itinerary and inclusions. Our specialist team can design a custom group travel experience perfectly suited to your group’s specific needs and interests.

Solo Travel Tours & Singles Vacations

Thinking of taking a solo trip? We make solo travel a breeze. With 24/7 support and everything taken care of by our team, you'll relax knowing you can travel with ease. Our singles vacations attract people from all over the world who are looking to share real travel experiences with like-minded people, so you’ll make new friends along the way in solo travel groups.

Tours for seniors

Discover the world with tours for seniors designed with comfort, culture, and connection in mind. Travel with like-minded explorers at a pace that suits you, experiencing enriching journeys filled with history, local stories, and breathtaking landscapes—all without the stress of planning. You might be looking for European travel tours for seniors, or going even further afield. Wherever your next adventure awaits, you’ll always unlock the best of your destination with Trafalgar.

About Trafalgar
Trafalgar logo

Get ready for a trip like no other. Since 1947, more than five million happy past guests have discovered our difference. You’ll see top destinations, iconic sites, and get treated to exclusive local experiences – all with our team taking care of all the details. You’ll also discover the ways WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®, and how your journey leaves a positive impact. Do good, feel good, and make memories that last a lifetime.

Your bucket list moments

You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way. 

Make unforgettable memories

Connecting you to experiences you wouldn’t otherwise have is what we do best. On all our tours you’ll be invited to the homes and businesses of locals for an exclusive Be My Guest experience, as well as a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. And on many itineraries, you will be enjoying a Stays with Stories accommodation experience, in some of the world’s most interesting locations.

Travel with complete ease

With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.

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About Trafalgar

Get ready for a trip like no other. Since 1947, more than five million happy past guests have discovered our difference. You’ll see top destinations, iconic sites, and get treated to exclusive local experiences – all with our team taking care of all the details. You’ll also discover the ways WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®, and how your journey leaves a positive impact. Do good, feel good, and make memories that last a lifetime.

Your bucket list moments

You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way. 

Make unforgettable memories

Connecting you to experiences you wouldn’t otherwise have is what we do best. On all our tours you’ll be invited to the homes and businesses of locals for an exclusive Be My Guest experience, as well as a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. And on many itineraries, you will be enjoying a Stays with Stories accommodation experience, in some of the world’s most interesting locations.

Travel with complete ease

With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.