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15 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Paris, France
Bordeaux, France
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Highlights
Delve into history and culture in France’s Norman villages.
Explore D-Day and WWII military sites with an expert.
Stroll through Claude Monet’s garden.
Visit inside Château de Cheverny.
Royal history on the Cher.
Vineyard roots at Plou et Fils.
Sailing past Chenonceau.
Underground Saint-Émilion.
Vineyard roots at Plou et Fils.
Sailing past Chenonceau.
Underground Saint-Émilion.
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What's Included
Accommodation
Hotels – 14 nts.
Meals
14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners Note: Allow USD615-800 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, train, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout.
Included activities
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: D-Day Historical Experience, BayeuxYour Journeys Highlight Moment: French Wine and Cheese Pairing Lunch, ParisYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Guided Visit of Château de Chenonceau, Chateau de ChenonceauYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupYour Discover Moment: ParisVisit of Monet Gardens (Seasonal)Excursion to Mont-Saint-MichelParis orientation walkBoard a high-speed train from ParisRiverside village of AmboiseFamily-run wineryGuided riverboat for a cruise along the Cher RiverBoard a train south to BordeauxVisit and tasting at Cité du Vin museumSaint-Émilion, a medieval village perched above ancient limestone hillsPrivate tour of the wine estate with tastingArcachon on the Atlantic coast, and encounter the Dune du Pilat
Itinerary
This is a journey shaped by history: Monet's water gardens in full bloom, châteaux that have watched the Loire flow past for centuries, and the quiet beaches of Normandy where history turned. Gain deep insights into World War II alongside an expert local historian then taste time-honoured vintages with winemakers in Bordeaux. From battlefield to vineyard, France reveals itself through what endures.
day 1Paris
Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting. We recommended arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city. The "City of Lights" is unlike any other place on earth. Known for its glorious monuments, museums, and markets, from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, Montmartre to the Marais, Paris has something for everyone. Discover for yourself Paris’ “je ne sais quoi.”
Accomodation
Hotel Relais Monceau (or similar)
Included Activity
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Duration : 1.0 hr
day 2Paris/Bayeux
day 3Bayeux
day 4Bayeux
day 5Bayeux
day 6Bayeux/Paris
day 7Paris
day 8Paris
day 9Paris/Loiré
day 10Loiré
day 11Loiré
day 12Loiré/Bordeaux
day 13Bordeaux
day 14Bordeaux
day 15Bordeaux
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