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Paris, Normandy, the Loire Valley & Bordeaux

This rail tour starting in Paris will take you to some of the most fascinating parts of western France. You will join guided excursions to discover the D-day sites in Normandy, visit the castles of the Loire valley, learn about the Bordeaux wines in Saint Emilion, and take part in wine tastings.

Duration

9+ days

Transportation

Train, Mini coach

Season

All Year

Tour Type

Partly guided

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Tour category

Domaine de Bayeux

Silver

Accommodation at comfortable 3 star tourist class hotels according to European standard.

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Square Louvois Hotel

Gold

Accommodation at 4 star hotels or unique properties in attractive locations or other special qualities.

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Emmanuel Lefèvre - Our travel expert for France

"History, heritage and gastronomy are on the menu of this 'France in a nutshell' rail tour. Travelling by train makes it easy to combine these 3 fantastic regions and thanks to our passionate local guides, you will be sure to have authentic and rich experiences."

Services included:

  • 8 nights hotel accommodation in a standard room with private shower/WC, including breakfast. Not included: Tourist taxes  must be paid locally
  • Train tickets as per the itinerary
  • Full-day guided Normandy D-day excursion by minivan including entrance tickets and guided tours of the US cemetery & Pointe du Hoc
  • Full-day guided Loire Valley excursion by minivan including entrance tickets, guided tours at Chenonceau & Chambord, and a wine tasting
  • Full-day guided Saint Emilion wine tour by minivan including visits and wine tastings in three Classified growth chateaus, and a walking guided tour of the city of Saint-Emilion
  • Electronic travel documentation, including a detailed travel itinerary and travel vouchers
  • 24/7 emergency phone service while travelling
  • Additional services included for Tour Category GOLD only:
  • Category GOLD hotels (accommodation in standard rooms)
  • Upgrade to 1st class train tickets
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