France 8 Days / 7 Nights

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1 EUROPE France 8 Days / 7 Nights Paris, Versailles, Normandy Revel in a "joie de vivre" like only the French can as our France vacation package brings out the artist in you. Tour magnificent locations that have served as the inspiration for great masterpieces as well as the backdrop to history. France Family Vacation Highlights Monet's House and Garden in Giverny Feel like you're walking through a masterpiece painted by one of the greatest impressionistic painters, Claude Monet. Enjoy a guided tour of the artist's home and stunning gardens in picturesque Giverny, the inspiration for some of his most famous paintings. Magnificent Mont Saint-Michel Visit the medieval monastery that sits atop this breathtaking tidal island. Explore the fascinating corridors and hallways of its ossuary, abbey, scriptorium and much more! Omaha Beach and Normandy American Cemetery Visit the renowned beach where the Allied Forces secured victory in World War II and embark on a privately guided tour of the Normandy American Cemetery. Chteau de Versailles Our local expert leads you on a privately guided tour of the opulent Palace of Versailles. Be dazzled by the extravagant décor of this historic home to the kings and queens of France, including the legendary Marie-Antoinette. French Cooking Class and Lunch When in France, do as the French and learn to prepare classic French dishes in a private cooking class. Afterward, sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor for lunch with your fellow Adventurers.

2 Flight Information Ages Meals Arrive: Arrive: CDG (Paris) Return: Return: CDG (Paris) Minimum Age: 4 Suggested Age: 6+ 7 Breakfasts 3 Lunches 4 Dinners

3 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 1 Paris Meal(s) Included: Dinner Arrive in Paris Bienvenue! Welcome to Charles de Gaulle International Airport. An Adventures by Disney representative is there to greet you and help you with your luggage before you are transferred to your hotel in regal Versailles. Trianon Palace After your Adventure Guide checks you in, settle in at this woodland retreat nestled beside the tranquil Royal Domain of Versailles, less than a mile from Louis XIV's world-famous chateau. Steeped in tradition yet thoroughly contemporary, this hotel features a sumptuous dcor and well-appointed accommodations. Lunch on Your Own If you arrive in the morning, feel free to indulge in djeuner at the hotel restaurant or ask your Adventure Guides for lunch recommendations. Welcome Reception and Dinner Gather with your fellow Adventurers for a welcome reception and dinner at the hotel. Satisfy your appetite with a delicious buffet of local and regional French cuisine as you sip that world-famous wine. Accommodations: Trianon Palace

4 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 2 Versailles and Giverny Meal(s) Included:Breakfast and Lunch Château de Versailles Our local expert leads you on a privately guided tour of the opulent Palace of Versailles. Be dazzled by the extravagant dcor of this historic home to the Kings and Queens of France, including the legendary Marie-Antoinette. Admire the extravagant vaulted ceilings canopy ornate rooms with gilded royal portraits and sculptures. Peer through windows that look out over sophisticated gardens with immaculate topiaries. As you stroll through the dazzling Hall of Mirrors, reflect on the bygone glories of French royalty. Lunch at Le Grand Caf d'orlans After basking in the grandeur of the Palace of Versailles, adjourn to its South Wing for lunch at the quaint Le Grand Caf d' Orlans. Claude Monet's Home and Gardens Visit the home of this great Impressionist painter and discover its tranquil gardens bursting with vibrant blossoms and luxurious, leafy trees. Royal Barrire Hotel Take the coach to your home away from home for the next 3 nights: the Royal Barrire Hotel. This majestic gem crowns the prestigious beach of Deauville, a refined getaway that offers a hushed ambience for discerning travelers. Dinner on Your Own For dinner, select from some of Normandy's exquisite cuisine. Indulge in fantastically fresh seafood and salads, as well as creamy cheeses, mouthwatering apple desserts, hard cider and the celebrated apple brandy, Calvados. Feel free to ask your Adventure Guides for restaurant recommendations. Accommodations: Royal Barrire

5 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 3 Mont St-Michel Meal(s) Included: Breakfast and Lunch Breakfast and Coach Trip Fuel up on a satisfying breakfast at the hotel before boarding the coach for a trip to awe-inspiring, unforgettable Mont Saint-Michel. Mont Saint-Michel The silhouette of this formidable island fortress looms on the horizon as your coach approaches. Surrounded by a venerable town, this medieval Benedictine abbey was built in honor of the Archangel Michael who, according to medieval legend, will slay the dragon at the Apocalypse. With a local guide, explore rooms such as the ancient scriptorium, ossuary, chapel and crypt. Feel the island's enchantment as you wander down winding cobblestone streets on your own trek through town. Lunch at La Mre Poulard Feast on world-famous omelets and other regional favorites at this quaint, historic restaurant that proves why French cuisine is trs magnifique! Mont Saint-Michel On Your Own Spend time wandering the rambling cobblestone streets to discover shops and curiosities galore or visit the cloisters for their vertiginous views. Cider and Calvados Tasting Climb aboard the coach for a ride to Les Vergers de Ducy orchard, where you will tour the orchard and cider production areas. After sampling a traditional pudding dish native to Normandy, taste delicious cider and the simmering sweetness of Calvados, an apple brandy. Deauville and Dinner on Your Own Known as the "lady of the French coast," Deauville awaits with its stylish restaurants and bustling nightlife. Return to your hotel from the orchard and explore this upscale resort town before enjoying le diner. If you need restaurant recommendations, your Adventure Guides can help find the perfect meal for your family. Accommodations: Royal Barrire

6 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 4 Normandy Meal(s) Included: Breakfast and Dinner The Bayeux Tapestry Travel to Bayeux to see the astonishing Bayeux Tapestrya 224-foot (68-meter) embroidered cloth that tells the story of the Norman conquest of England in Omaha Beach Private Tour Ride the coach to Omaha Beach where the United States 1st Division landed on D-Day to secure victory in World War II. The story of the invasion and its costs come to life on a privately guided tour of the area, including the Normandy American Cemetery. Arromanches-les-Bains and Lunch on Your Own This quiet waterfront hamlet nearby Omaha Beach played an important role in the Allied invasion during WWII. Have lunch at your leisure in this delightful seaside village. If you've not yet had a traditional French crpe, here's your chance to visit an authentic French crperie. Afternoon on Your Own in Deauville Indulge your inner boulevardier as you stroll past romantic Belle poque villas on the beachfront boardwalk of this suave seaside resort. Deauville is a year-round playground for the French elite, abuzz with film festivals, regattas, golf tournaments, jazzand world-famous thoroughbred racing at the Hippodrome. Deauville Dinner Unwind and enjoy dinner with your fellow Adventurers at the Royal Barrire Hotel while Junior Adventurers attend a private dinner of their own. Disney Movie Night End the day curled up with your petits as you are treated to a private showing of a Disney movie. Accommodations: Royal Barrire

7 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 5 Paris Meal(s) Included:Breakfast and Dinner Farmer's Market in Honfleur Travel by coach to this historic and picturesque Normandy fishing town. Like Monet and Boudin and other great Impressionist painters, you will join in the vibrant throng at the Honfleur open air market, a haven of artisanal ptisserie, cheeses and fresh fruit, and then enjoy lunch on your own at the market or a nearby caf or restaurant. Coach Tour of Paris After lunch, reconvene for a panoramic tour of The City of Light, highlighting Paris's iconic architectural landmarks. Arrive at Hotel Napoleon Steps away from the Champs Elyses, the Hotel Napoleon features an Old World dcor with modern amenities. Relax as we check you in at these elegant accommodations, where you'll stay for the next 3 nights. Dinner at Ladure Dine on elegant French fare at your leisure at this world-renowned Champs-Elyses restaurant and bakery. Ladure is legendary for its delectable macarons in a multitude of flavors. Delicieux! Accommodations: Hotel Napoleon

8 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 6 Paris Meal(s) Included: Breakfast The Eiffel Tower Soar toward the stars for a sky-high experience you and your family will never forget! Embark on a walking tour of the top 2 levels of this Parisian icon and discover the "heights" of art. Paris Comme Vous Voulez!* Soak up the splendor of the City of Light with some "on your own" time. See the Seine River on the Batobus boat, sight-see via L'Open Air double-decker bus or explore the Muse du Louvre at your leisure! Be sure to ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations regarding lunch and must-see sites in this vibrant city including Disneyland Paris.* *Adventures by Disney includes the following for Guests: 1-Day Hop on/ Hop Off Seine River boat tickets 2-Day Hop on/ Hop Off Sightseeing bus tickets 2-Day Paris museum passes Explore the Louvre at your leisure (Disneyland Paris tickets available at an additional cost) Dinner on Your Own in Paris Now's your chance to venture out and experience the grand French ritual of le dner! Your Adventure Guides will help you find the perfect restaurant for an extraordinary family meal as only the French can create. Accommodations: Hotel Napoleon

9 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 7 Paris Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Biking in Paris After breakfast you'll get to experience the enchantment of Paris like a true nativeon bicycle! There are 270 miles of bicycle paths and routes in Paris. Adventure Guides will chaperone you on a breezy tour of scenic icons like the Louvre, the Tuileries and the Arc de Triomphe. French Cooking Class and Lunch What better way to celebrate French culture than by learning how to prepare classic French dishes yourself? In a private cooking class, you'll do exactly that! Afterward, sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor for lunch with your fellow Adventurers. Paris, Part Deux Continue your exploration of Paris as you spend the entire afternoon as you wish, shopping, sightseeing or simply watching passersby at a charming sidewalk caf. Farewell Dinner at the Louvre Dine in the height of elegance in a private room at the Louvre overlooking the famed glass pyramid entrance in the Cour Napolon. Accommodations: Hotel Napoleon

10 Adventures By Disney Itinerary: Day 8 Paris Meal(s) Included: Breakfast Breakfast at the Hotel Bid your fellow Adventurers a bon voyage as you enjoy one last meal in Paris. Transfer to Airport Board pre-arranged transportation to the airport and say au revoir until you return! Accommodations: Hotel Napoleon

11 Prices are based on double occupancy. AIRFARE TO AND FROM DESTINATION IS NOT INCLUDED IN OUR LAND PACKAGE PRICES. All prices are in U.S. dollars. Your land package pricing, which will be confirmed once we receive your 10% of the vacation package price per person deposit, is guaranteed at the time of booking for your party. Government fees or taxes are subject to change. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added. The child rate applies to Guests under 12 at the time of travel when accompanied by an adult in the same room. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. If you are traveling with children, check this trip's minimum eligibility age and recommended minimum age, which you can find in the Trip At-a-Glance and FAQs. Room configurations are subject to availability. Please see "Notes on Accommodations" for room configurations. Note on Accommodations: Subject to availability: Parties of one: In Versailles and Paris, parties are accommodated in one room with one queen bed or one king bed In Deauville, parties are accommodated in one king bed made of two twin beds Parties of two: Parties of two are accommodated in one room with two twin beds, one queen bed or one king bed In Deauville, king beds are made of two twin beds In Paris, quads are accommodated in two connecting double rooms or a family room with one king plus two double beds Parties of three: In Versailles, parties are accommodated in one room with one queen bed or one king bed, or two twins, plus one rollaway In Deauville, parties are accommodated in one room with one king bed (made of two twin beds), plus one rollaway In Paris, parties are accommodated in one room with one queen bed or two twin beds, plus one sofa bed or baby cot Parties of four booked as a quad: In Versailles parties are accommodated in one room with one king bed or queen bed, plus one room with two twin beds In Deauville, parties are accommodated in two rooms, each with one king bed made of two twin beds; connecting rooms available upon request In Paris, quads are accommodated in one suite, with one queen bed or two twin beds, plus one double sofa bed or baby cot Parties of four booked as two doubles: In Versailles parties are accommodated in one room with one king or queen bed, plus one room with two twin beds; connecting rooms available upon request In Deauville, parties are accommodated in two rooms, each with one king bed made of two twin beds; connecting rooms available upon request In Paris, parties of four booked as two doubles are accommodated in two rooms each with either two twin beds, one queen bed or one king bed NOTE: Connecting rooms are not available at our hotel in Paris. This printable itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice. Terms, conditions and restrictions apply. Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc. CST# , Disney