This northern France tour is the perfect way for value-minded travel lovers to see the highlights of Paris plus the Loire Valley and Normandy. Beautiful scenery combined with famous landmarks and fascinating history sum up this tour. You’ll visit some of northern France’s interesting and charming towns, including Rouen, best known for its connection to Joan of Arc. Here, step into the splendid Gothic cathedral, which was once the world’s tallest building and the subject of a series of Claude Monet’s paintings, just like the water garden in Giverny, depicted in some of his most famous canvases. Visit Honfleur, a romantic port city; and Chartres, famous for pilgrimages to its 13th-century gothic cathedral. Admire the cathedral, ramparts, and ancient walls of St. Malo, a fortified seaside resort. Memories of World War II history come to life as you visit the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach and the landing beaches. Other highlights of this affordable France tour include picturesque Mont St. Michel, situated on a rocky isle with its world-famous abbey. Spend a day at leisure in Châteaux Country with the opportunity to take an optional excursion to discover the Château of Chenonceau, a 16th-century, fairytale castle with a moat, drawbridge, and towers. From historic sights to picturesque scenery, this is a dream vacation!
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Your Tour Includes:• Guided sightseeing in Paris, France’s iconic capital renowned for its historic landmarks, grand boulevards, and elegant architecture • Visit to Monet’s Giverny Water Garden, the inspiration for many of the artist’s celebrated paintings• Orientation tour of Rouen, featuring its magnificent Gothic cathedral • Orientation tour of Honfleur, the picturesque Normandy harbor town known for its colorful waterfront• Visit to Normandy D-Day sites of Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery • Orientation tour of Mont St. Michel, the dramatic medieval abbey rising above the surrounding tidal bay• Orientation tour of St. Malo, the historic walled port city on Brittany’s rugged coast