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VISIT JOAN OF ARC'S ROUEN, THE D-DAY LANDING BEACHES AT OMAHA AND JUNO AND MARVEL AT THE MASTERPIECES OF FRANCE'S CHÂTEAUX, BEFORE VISITING VIBRANT PARIS AND SOAKING UP ITS JOIE DE VIVRE.

Château Chenonceau

ORIENTATION of Paris, Bayeux and the Loire Valley

VISITBayeux Tapestry, the Normandy D-Day landing beaches of Omaha and Juno, the monastery of Mont St. Michel, and the Châteaux of Amboise, Chenonceau and Chambord

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THE TREASURES OF FRANCE INCLUDING NORMANDY8 DAYS | 1 COUNTRY | 12 MEALS | FROM US$2325pp*

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Twin Share ARRIVE PARIS Bienvenue! The City of Lights

welcomes you as you prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey through France. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director this evening for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive to admire the glittering cityscape of Paris – past grand boulevards and iconic sites like the Champs Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe. (WR) Hotel: Evergreen Laurel

PARIS – ROUEN – HONFLEUR – BAYEUX - NORMANDY BEACHES (2 NIGHTS) This morning, we depart Paris and venture to the city of Rouen, the tragic site where Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. We travel to the

narrow lanes and colourful shopfronts have long attracted artists who have immortalised its beauty on canvas. Arriving in Bayeux, we visit the Tapestry Museum and see the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting events before and during the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This evening, we dine at our hotel. (BB, DW) Hotel: Mercure Omaha Beach

FULL DAY NORMANDY D-DAY LANDING BEACHES INCLUDING OMAHA BEACH AND JUNO BEACH Pay tribute to the brave souls who lost their lives on the D-Day Landing Beaches of Omaha and Juno, imagining the sense of terror and triumph felt the fateful day that Allied forces set foot on mainland Europe. We stop for lunch in the seaside setting of Arromanches, once at the heart of the Normandy landings. Later, we'll visit the poignant D-Day Museum and the bunkers and Rangers Memorial at Pointe du Hoc. (BB)

NORMANDY BEACHES – MONT ST. MICHEL This

Mont St. Michel. Here we'll join a Local Specialist for a tour of Mont St. Michel's medieval Benedictine Abbey. Legend has it, the

appeared to the Bishop of Avranches inspiring him to build a church atop the island. Consider an Optional Experience to the historic walled port city of Saint-Malo, once the home of famous French explorer, Jacques Cartier. (BB, DW) Hotel: Le Relais Du Roy

MONT ST. MICHEL – LOIRE VALLEY (2 NIGHTS) Journey through the scenic countryside, stopping to 'Connect With Locals' over a light Be My Guest meal with wine at a 17th-century château set within beautiful gardens. We journey to the Loire Valley, where we will spend the next two nights. (BB, L, ) Hotel: Novotel Amboise

CHÂTEAUX EXCURSION We spend our day admiring the beautiful châteaux of the Loire Valley and join a Local Specialist for a visit to the Amboise Royal Château. It is here that King François I hosted Leonardo da Vinci, whose tomb now lies in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert adjoining the château. We continue with a visit to Chenonceau, a château built on the Cher River. The château

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TRAFALGAR TipWhen in Paris, a French baguette is a great option for a quick lunch. They come already made up and the bread is the most delicious you will ever eat.

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ALTERNATIVE TripCheck out our similar 'Jewels of France including Normandy' trip. With fewer inclusions on our Costsaver itineraries, you decide what you want to experience. Visit costsavertour.com

contains priceless collections, including Renaissance furniture, tapestries and masterpieces by Rubens and Tintoretto. (BB)

LOIRE VALLEY – CHAMBORD – PARIS Our

Chambord of King François I, regarded as one of the world's most remarkable châteaux, with its exquisite Italian Renaissance architecture and decorative moat. We journey

rest of our day in the City of Lights with free time to take in some of the sights. Celebrate with your Travel Director and newfound friends this evening at a Farewell Dinner with local wines at a Parisian bistro. (BB, FD) Hotel: Renaissance La Defense

DEPART PARIS For now it's time to say a fond au revoir to France and your fellow travellers at the end of a memorable trip. Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)

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5 14 July 2019 is Bastille Day in France. Celebrations will be taking place throughout the country.

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Here’s just a sample of the many special handcrafted Trafalgar highlights included in your trip.

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Walk among the wild hyacinths in the beautiful gardens of the 17th-century Château d'Éporcé, enjoying delicious home-cooked dishes created by the resident culinary expert, Lydia. (Day 5)

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Young traveller discount: SAVE US$240

Multiple trip discount:SAVE up to US$61

Triple room discount:SAVE US$100 p.p.

Single Supplement (add to price above): US$460 p.p.

MORE ABOUT YOUR Trip* All prices are per person, twin share.

Airport transfers: On arrival at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8.00am and 11.30am.

Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver, US$78 per person.

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