Paris — Rouen — Etretat — Honfleur
Paris - 08:00 Departure from steps of Opera Garnier in Paris, destination Rouen. Pickup service from your hotel for those who have selected this option. Pay Attention that the pickup starts before 08:30 depending on the location of your hotel.
The guide will welcome our small-group and the trip begins. The guide will give you general information about the French history connected to Normandy: Rouen, Honfleur, and Deauville.
There are approx. 122 km to drive on a highway from Paris to Rouen by our comfortable WiFi air conditioned Mercedes minivan. It takes in general around 2 hours.
Rouen - 10:00 - 12:00 Visit of Rouen, the capital of the Duke of Normandy. Sightseeing walking tour of Rouen, the city of a hundred bell-towers, famous for its Gothic cathedrals. Here you will have the opportunity to visit the Notre Dame Cathedral of the XIII - XVI centuries, known throughout the world in the paintings of Monet, the area of the Vieux Marché, the place of execution of Joan d’Arc and the Church of Joan d’Arc, the Palace of justice of the XVI century, to see the old medieval clock on the pedestrian street of Gros-Horloge.
The walking tour lasts from 1 to 1,5 hours. Free time.
12:00 Departure from Rouen towards Etretat is about 80 km.
Etretat - 13:00 - 15:00 Arrival in Etretat. Walking to the Cliffs. Free time for Lunch. Étretat is famous for its chalk cliffs, including three natural arches and the Needle, which rises 70 meters (230 ft) above the sea. Etretat was a popular spot in the past for impressionist artists including Claude Monet, the founder of French Impressionist painting. Today it is a classic seaside resort nestled between two sets of chalk cliffs. You can walk on the beach or climb for excellent views. Along the seafront, there are many restaurants/cafés all of which do variations on a theme of Moules/Frites.
Free time. 15:00 Departure to Local Calvados Producer. It takes about one hour drive.
Calvados Christian Drouin - 16:00 Arrival at a Local Calvados Producer. You can get explanations from the local producer how it is being made for centuries and taste the genuine Calvados & Cider of Normandy.
16:45 Departure to Honfleur. It is just half an hour drive to the famous harbour city Honfleur.
Honfleur - 17:15 Arrival in Honfleur. Walking tour of Honfleur with its famous port. Honfleur, the main defensive port of Normandy of the XV century, transformed into a charming resort town with a picturesque Bay, much-loved by the artists of the XIX century. Honfleur was first mentioned in 1027, when it belonged to the Norman Duke Richard III. The owners of the city changed several times during The Hundred Years ‘ War. In the XV century, there were French pirates, corsairs who ravaged the English coast. A little later, in the XVII-XVIII centuries, the city became significantly rich in trade with the American colonies. After the port was closed, the city’s economy declined and Honfleur became a suburb of Le Havre. Today it is one of the most known tourist cities in Normandy.
The walking city tour takes about 1 hour.
18:00 to 19:00 Free time.
19:00 Departure from Honfleur destination Mont Saint-Michel.
Caen - 19:00 Departure from Honfleur to Caen. There are approx. 130 km to drive on a highway. It takes 1,5 hours. One stop will be made at the rest area according to Your wish. Caen is the centre of political, economic and cultural life in Normandy. William the Conqueror was buried here and the city has still some historical traces of that time. Anyway in World War II Caen was destroyed during heavy fightings (Battle of Normandy in 1944).
20:30 Arrival in Caen. Accommodation at 3*+ Hotel
- Exclusive Calvados tasting and show at Pere Magloire
- Complimentary bottled water
- Guided walking tours in Rouen, Honfleur, and Saint Malo
- Admission to Mont Saint-Michel and Abbey, including audioguide
- Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned Mercedes minivan
- Overnight hotel stay with breakfast included (1/2 double room occupancy)
- Visits to Etretat, Point du Grouin, and the Oysters market in Cancale
- Gratuities and Souvenirs
- Meals and Drinks
Experience a premium 2-day journey to 7 premier locations in Normandy & Brittany, complete with tastings of Calvados, Cider, and Oysters. This private, guided tour caters to groups of 4 to 6 and is facilitated using a comfortable, extra-long Mercedes minivan with adjustable seating.
Embark on guided walking tours through the beautiful cityscapes of Rouen and Honfleur, trek to the Etretat Cliffs, and explore the Mont Saint-Michel with a trip to its famous Abbey. Visit Cancale, the oyster capital of France, and Saint Malo, a city with a unique corsair history.
You will also visit a local producer of Calvados where you’ll learn about, and taste, this traditional apple brandy (included in the experience).
The minivan is faster than a bus and offers more comfort than regular cars, saving you considerable time.
You also have an option to customize this private experience, along with a choice from 15 other small-group and private tours from Paris offered by Clewel Travel.
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
