Historical Highlights of France Private Journey

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1 Travcoa Private Journeys are pre-designed luxury travel itineraries which are locally hosted by carefully selected guides. Each is crafted to provide the ideal in-depth experience of its various destinations and includes deluxe accommodations (or the best available in remote areas), sightseeing, private transportation, breakfast daily, some meals and personalized touches throughout. Historical Highlights of France Private Journey 9 Days START: Paris, France END: Paris, France DATES: Starts on Any Day 2016 PRICES FROM: $9,295* Intra-tour flights are not required on this journey *Prices per person, based on double occupancy, and are subject to change. The price of your journey will change based on travel date and availability. Additions to the length of your itinerary will incur additional costs. Holiday supplements may apply Journey Highlights See the highlights of beguiling Paris full of romantic art and history Visit Claude Monet s house and Impressionist school Gaze at the sand drawings at Mont- Saint Michel, a Wonder of the Western World Explore the Loire Valley and some of the finest Renaissance architecture in France Page 1 of 6 Spend time at the vacation home of previous Kings of France Walk the beaches of Normandy to learn the history of D-Day

2 Day 1 Arrive Paris, FRANCE Welcome to France! You are met upon arrival in Paris taken to your luxury hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure. Meals: None included Hotel: Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, Paris (Deluxe Room) Day 2 Paris Your full day of city sightseeing includes the highlights of this historic and artistic City of Lights. View I.M. Pei s Grand Louvre, an unsurpassed art museum, and national monument of France, the majestic Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral, and the iconic Eiffel Tower. Travel along the famed Champs Élysée to see the Arc de Triomphe, proudly proclaiming its position as the center of Paris, and the infamous Bastille, symbol of French freedom and liberty. Visit the Concorde, the Eglise de St. Madeleine, the Opera and many more. In the afternoon, explore the historic and enchanting Montmartre district with its whitedomed Basilica of Sacre Coeur. Visit the Ile de la Cité, an island in the center of the Seine, and considered to hold the heart of Paris. Hotel: Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, Paris (Deluxe Room) Day 3 Paris to Bayeux via Giverny & Honfleur This morning you will depart with your guide to Normandy which has some of the most picturesque villages of France. You ll first stop in Giverny, the village where Claude Monet founded the Impressionist school and lived for 43 years. Enjoy a tour of his house and garden, charmed by the unique light of the Seine Valley. Enjoy a lunch at Moulin de la Fourges and then continue your drive to Honfleur for a short stop to discover its colorful houses on the port. In the afternoon, you will head to the elegant seaside resort of Deauville and Trouville for some leisure time walking through the historical streets before heading to Bayeux for an evening at leisure. Hotel: Hotel Villa Lara (Prestige Room)

3 Day 4 Normandy Sightseeing This morning embark on a full day tour, providing you with a comprehensive view of D- Day, June 6th 1944, with views along the beaches of Normandy. Begin in Omaha Beach, a significant place in the war before heading to the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer that honors the 10,000 Americans. Gaze at the perfect alignment of the graves on the magnificently maintained emerald green lawn in remembrance of those who fought yet provides an unforgettable feeling of peace and serenity. Experience an authentic lunch at Chateau de Sully, then discover Pointe du Hoc, a clifftop location situated between Utah Beach and Omaha Beach, high above the untouchable sea. Finish today at the Caen War Memorial for more historical observances. Hotel: Hotel Villa Lara (Prestige Room) Day 5 Bayeux to Rennes via Mont Saint Michel Today you will discover the Mont Saint-Michel considered as the Wonder of the Western World, but dating back to the 8th century. Beyond the beauty of its architecture and the wealth of its history, the mystery of the place relies on the rhythm of the tides, the sunset, the sound of black-headed gulls, and the sand drawings. Spend the afternoon in the walled port city of Saint-Malo, founded in the 16th century. Walked through the streets with a stop at the Chateau and spend some time at the grand aquarium. Discover this corsair city through the streets and monuments that shall remind you of its legendary history. After some time at leisure you will head to Rennes for a relaxing evening. Hotel: Hotel Le Bathazar (Deluxe Room) Day 6 Rennes to Loire Valley This morning depart for the Loire Valley, showcasing the finest examples of France s Renaissance architecture. Discover outstanding cultural landscapes of great beauty, with historical towns and villages, architectural monuments, chateaux and fine wines. Known as the Garden of France, it truly defines France s architectural heritage. This evening is yours at leisure to create your own history. Hotel: Domaine des Hauts de Loire (Superior Room) Page 3 of 6

4 Day 7 Loire Castle Excursion Embark on a discovery of the majestic Loire Valley on a full day private tour. Begin by visiting the castle of Blois. Built like an amphitheater on the right bank of the Loire, dominated by the silhouettes of the castle, the Cathedral, the Basilique and the spires of St. Nicolas, Blois is a representative city molded by the Renaissance and the synthesis of the architecture of the castles of the Loire. Become amazed by the Manoir du Clos Lucé, a very interesting building which was once a vacation house of the kings of France, and later, the last home of Leonardo DaVinci. Spend lunch relaxing and enjoying a meal at ASSA in Bois. Finish the day in Chenonceau, known as the ladies castle, as it was built by the contribution of important women, Catherine de Médicis being one of them. You will also visit around the castle of Amboise, which offers one of the most remarkable panoramic views of the Valley, and is considered the nest of the French renaissance. Hotel: Domaine des Hauts de Loire (Superior Room) Day 8 Loire Valley to Chambord & Paris After a morning at leisure, you will depart for the impressive castle of Chambord, the largest one and the most majestic of the Loire Valley, designed by Leonardo DaVinci. The castle is one of the largest and loveliest Renaissance buildings in the Valley of the Loire. Between medieval and renaissance architectural forms, the castle was built to serve as a hunting lodge for King Francis 1st. You will enjoy lunch at La Maison d à Côté, a famous Michelin starred restaurant before heading back to Paris for the night. Hotel: Grand Hotel du Palais Royal, Paris (Deluxe Room) Day 9 Depart Paris This morning you will be transferred to the Paris airport for your flight home or onto your next destination. NOTE: The Daily Itinerary above is subject to change dependent upon local conditions and/or operational changes or improvements. The specific times and order of inclusions within each destination may also be altered to best accommodate unscheduled closures, special events, weather, traffic, etc. Please contact your Journey Consultant before scheduling any coinciding appointments. Page 4 of 6

5 Additional Information Best Time To Travel April - October Visa Information U.S. and Canadian citizens require passport and it needs to be valid for six months after departure date. Link This Journey To Private Journeys: City of Light: Paris, Seductive Spain, Passionate Portugal, Regal London, Iconic England & Wales, Majestic Malta Or Escorted Journeys: The Castles & Countryside of Lore Page 5 of 6

6 Terms & Conditions This Travcoa Private Journey Includes Accommodations as indicated in the itinerary Meals as indicated in the itinerary Private transfers and privately guided sightseeing Local English speaking guide for sightseeing Entrance fees per final itinerary Local taxes Medical & Travel Assistance Plan Intra Tour Flights (additional cost) Not Included Travcoa Travel Director Meals, except where noted International Airfare Airport taxes Passport & Visa fees Gratuities Deposit/Payment Policy At the time of reservation: 90 days before departure: $1,000 per person plus air (if applicable) Balance due Cancellation Policy The cancellation policy is applicable to journey price, single supplements, intra tour air, extensions and other tour related arrangements. Penalties are valid from date of reservation until: 90 days or more before departure: 89 to 60 days before departure: 59 to 30 days before departure: 29 days or less and en route: $250 per person 20% 50% 100% Travcoa will only reimburse according to our cancellation policy. Page 6 of 6