Compare Normandy, Brittany & Chateaux Country by Great Value Vacations vs Girls getaway trip to Paris & Champagne by Paris-Toujours
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| Duration | 9 days | 6 days |
| Price From | $ 4,131 | $ 2,320 |
| Price Per Day | $ 459 | $ 387 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Ground transport included |
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This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation. GOOD NEWS - The local tour operator will no longer require a COVID-19 vaccination for travelers as of March 1, 2023. For travelers departing before March 1, the tour operator requires that travelers aged 12 and older provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English, for all vacations. Proof of vaccination must be completed at least 14 days prior to the tour start date. *Exceptions apply to children who do not qualify for vaccination. Savor the flavors of French cuisine, sip on local wine, visit Paris' most iconic landmarks, and explore the countryside beauties of Normandy, and Chateaux Country. Immerse yourself in history, visit storybook-like castles, and stroll through cobblestoned villages. Looking for a full, authentically French experience? You've found it! Start your adventure in the City of Lights - the always elegant Paris! Gawk at the Arc de Triomphe, shop the day away on Champs-Elysees, and see once-in-a-lifetime views from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower! Enjoy scenic rides to Rouen, Caen, and more. See history books play out before your eyes on the beaches of Normandy, then retreat to the coastal gem of Mont St. Michel! Visit magnificent castles in Chateaubriant and see the marvelous sights of the Loire Valley. Your journey comes full circle, as it ends with one last amazing night in Paris. What better way to say "au revoir" to France, than a sunset picnic in front of the Eiffel Tower? |
Paris is well known for its romantic ambiance but it also a great place for a girls getaway ! Why not combine culture, gastronomy, pampering and shopping experiences. We can help organize this special girls getway trip for any occasion. To make this trip even more memorable, we can include a private day tour to Champagne so you can taste and feel what makes Champagne bubbles so special ! |
Day 1 Welcome to Paris!
Arrive in the twinkling city of elegance, style, and sophistication! Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first luxurious accommodation, then get ready for an exciting night. At 5:30 pm, you'll meet your tour director and traveling companions for a lovely welcome dinner at one of Paris' posh restaurants. Clink glasses, enjoy local wine, and get to know each other! Then comes the icing on the cake - take the elevator to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy a dazzling view of the "City of Light."
Day 2 Paris
Ahh, wake up smiling - you're in Paris! Enjoy breakfast, then join your local guide and venture out for a day of sightseeing. Stand in front of the Arc de Triomphe, strut down the Champs-Elysees, see the Courtyard of Les Invalides, and more! Later tonight, enjoy dinner and a lively cabaret show at one of Paris' nightclubs!
Day 3 Paris - Giverny - Rouen - Deauville
Recharge with a quick breakfast, then set off on a scenic ride through France! Start the day with a visit to Claude Monet's House and Gardens. In Rouen, admire the ornate facade of the magnificent cathedral, which was one of Monet's favorite subjects for his paintings (many of which you can find today in Paris' Musee d'Orsay). Stroll along the charming cobblestoned Rue-du-Gros-Horloge and find yourself at the very square where the Joan of Arc was burned in 1431! Arrive in Deauville, the seaside resort famous for its international film festival. you may enjoy visiting the Promenade des Planches before you leave!
Day 4 Deauville - Normandy Beaches - Caen
Take a day to walk through world history as you visit Pointe Du Hoc and Omaha beach today. You'll visit the cemetery and see the Monument to the Braves. After, continue on to Fold Beach to see the Mulberry Harbour remains at Arromanches. After a day of exploration, you'll finish the trip to Caen for your overnight stay.
Day 5 Caen - Mont St. Michel
After breakfast, you'll have the chance to see the history of D-Day, June 6, 1944, right before your eyes. Drive by Juno Beach and stop at Gold Beach for a view of the Mulberry Harbor remains at Arromanches. Visit the American Cemetery at Omaha Beach, then continue to Sainte Mere Eglise, where American soldiers parachuted into the town the night before D-Day! Grab your camera, join your guide, and get ready for an afternoon of sightseeing. Even enjoy a guided visit of the famous Abbey of Mont St. Michel, perched on a rocky isle in the Gulf of Saint Malo! Breathe in the salty sea air and enjoy a relaxing night on the coast near Mont St. Michel.
Day 6 Mont St. Michel - Cheverny (Loire Valley)
Rejuvenate with a pleasant breakfast, then enjoy a scenic ride across Brittany, via Chateaubriant, to Angers! Don't worry, you will definitely be able to stop for pictures of the stunning 13th-century castle. Continue your journey to the picturesque Loire Valley, a whimsical region of manicured gardens, storybook-like castles and homes, quaint villages, and lush greenery. Tonight, treat yourself to some authentic French cuisine at one of the area's amazing restaurants.
Day 7 Cheverny (Loire Valley)
Waking up in the Loire Valley is like waking up in a fairy tale. After breakfast, visit two of the most important castles in the area! You'll start at the "jewel of the French Renaissance," Chateau Chambord, then you'll move on to 16th-century Chenonceau, the 16th-century chateau of Catherine de Medici. Sip and swirl during a wine tasting at the Pere August wine cellar in Civray de Touraine, where you'll learn all about local wines. Return to your chateau and enjoy a delightful dinner!
Day 8 Cheverny (Loire Valley) - Paris
You'll eventually head back to the beautiful city of Paris today, but not before you do more exploring in the French countryside! Stop in Chartres and see its superb 13th-century gothic cathedral - a medieval architectural gem. Upon arrival in Paris, enjoy the freedom to roam around on your own! Revisit your favorite sights or discover new ones. Why not treat yourself to dinner at a romantic restaurant or a lively cabaret show at one of Paris' nightclubs? Make your last night one to remember.
Day 9 Depart France
Enjoy one last flaky croissant for breakfast, then enjoy a convenient ride to the airport (CDG). Spend your relaxing flight home scrolling through photos and dreaming about your next vacation!
Day 1: Arrival Day In Paris
On arrival at the airport private welcome and transfer to your hotel in the centre of Paris. Free time to relax and wander in the lively streets around your hotel with many suggestions. Why not enjoy a glass of wine or a delicious cocktail on a terrace overlooking the city.
Day 2: Shop In Le Marais And Cheese Tastings
After a typical French breakfast with croissants and many other pastries, your expert guide will pick you up for a private shopping tour in Le Marais district. This neighbourhood will impress you with its architecture, as it is dotted with numerous private mansions (“hotels particuliers”) dating from when Henri IV made this an aristocratic neighbourhood. It is also now known for its eclectic and lively ambiance with many vintage shops and trendy designers. Your guide will take you around the best boutiques and will help you find the perfect outfit that no one else will have back home.
In the afternoon, you will be meeting Pierre the cheese master in the hip 10th arrondissement. The cheese cellar is in a beautiful 17th century vaulted cellar – this is one of the last maturation cellars existing in Paris. You will learn about the Cheese maturation process and finish your experience with a cheese tasting paired with French wines.
Day 3: Rodin Museum And Pampering Afternoon
This morning you will be visiting with a private guide the Musée Rodin. Nearly 300 works from Rodin’s collection are on view in this mansion designed along the lines of classical architecture. Most famous works can be seen like ‘the Thinker’ or ‘The Kiss’. The garden of this museum is also definitely worth a visit!
After visiting Le Musée Rodin, enjoy a cosy afternoon in a charming spring cottage setting in the heart of Paris. This place is the ultimate sanctuary of well-being to enjoy on girls getaway. During 2-H an expert will take care of you and you will get a manicure/pedicure and makeup. Beyond well-being spa services, you will be able to taste delicious pastries and tasty teas.
End the evening at Girafe restaurant for a lovely dinner overlooking the twinkling Eiffel Tower.
Day 4: Day Tour To Champagne
After breakfast begin your girl’s day tour to Champagne! Your chauffeur will transfer you to the train station – you will then take the train to Reims in Champagne. Starting from Reims, this private champagne tour will enable you to discover the highlights of Reims as well as the beautiful champagne vineyards. Visit family run estates and taste different varieties of champagne. Finally, discover a prestigious champagne house (Moet&Chandon/Dom Perignon) and cellars, as well as the Gothic Notre Dame cathedral in Reims, one of the city’s designated UNESCO world heritage sites. Train back to Paris.
Day 5: Yoga & Sunset Cruise
Start the day with your private coach for a 2H yoga class. The class will be taken in the famous Luxembourg garden or on a Parisian rooftop with an amazing view. Your coach will of course adapt his class according to your wishes and bring all the necessary equipment. At the end of the class enjoy a fresh fruit and vegetable juice to fill up on vitamins.
Free afternoon to relax and make the most of Paris with many suggestions.
In the evening, meet your skipper for a private cruise on the Seine. The cruise will take place during sunset, so you get to see the city from a beautiful and different angle. Whilst admiring the different monuments, enjoy a French “aperitif” with cheese, ham, and wine! What a way to finish your girls getaway trip in France!
Day 6: Back Home
Pick-up by your chauffeur and transfer to CDG airport for your flight back home.
