FRANCE
5 DAYS
Palace of Versailles
Paris & Normandy Treasures Packed full of incredible experiences, you will be spoilt for choice on this twin-centre tour as we explore Northern France’s magnificent cities of Paris, Rouen and Caen. See Paris from the romantic River Seine on a scenic river cruise, soak up the breathtaking Palace of Versailles and glorious gardens and discover fascinating wartime history at the Caen Memorial Museum.
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TWIN CENTRE
Paris River Cruise
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival We arrive at our hotel in time for dinner. Day 2 Palace of Versailles & Versailles Today we enjoy a guided tour of the Palace of Versailles considered to be one of the most magnificent achievements of 18th century French architecture and design. The awe-inspiring Hall of Mirrors and astonishingly beautiful palatial grounds are highlights of France’s most famous château. In the afternoon, we enjoy free time in the beautiful town of Versailles itself before returning to our hotel. Day 3 Paris River Cruise This morning, we will see Paris from the water with a scenic river cruise along the River Seine giving us a bird’s eye view of the city’s beautiful monuments and architecture. This afternoon we have free time for independent sightseeing to explore the city’s art galleries, museums and famous landmarks. Afterwards we travel to the historic city of Rouen. Day 4 Caen – from Medieval to Modern This morning, we visit the Memorial de Caen Museum with a guided tour. The innovative museum tells the story of 20th century history in Europe as well an in-depth look at the events of WWII. Afterwards, we have free time in the centre of
the city of Caen to explore the castle built for William the Conquerer which also houses the Fine Arts Museum and the Normandy Museum. A masterpiece of Norman Romanesque architecture, the Abbaye
Novotel Paris Saclay Saclay, South West Paris
aux Dames is also worth a visit. Day 5 Rouen and Journey Home
After breakfast, we enjoy free time in Rouen city centre to explore the medieval cobbled streets and admire the half-timbered houses, Gothic monuments and the magnificent Gros Horloge (Great Clock) with the oldest mechanism of its kind in France. We can also walk around the famous Market Square where Joan of Arc was executed in 1431. We then depart for our journey home.
See page 42 for hotel description.
Nights 1 & 2
INCLUSIONS • Guided tour of Palace and Gardens of Versailles
• 1-hour circular Paris River Cruise • 90-minute guided tour of the Caen Memorial Museum
Novotel Rouen Sud Zenith Parc Expo Nr Rouen, Normandy plus See page 39 for full description. 4 Nights Half Board Based on Thursday/Friday arrivals.
Nights 3 & 4
Abbaye aux Hommes, Caen
Rouen
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