Private 3-Day Normandy, Brittany & Loire Castles Tour

About this tour

A three-day private tour through Normandy, Brittany, and the Loire Valley in a Mercedes minivan with dedicated guide. Visit 10 major French landmarks including the soaring cliffs of Étretat, the island monastery of Mont Saint-Michel, and three grand châteaux—Chenonceau, Amboise, and Chambord. The itinerary weaves through medieval town centres like Rouen and Saint-Malo, coastal oyster markets, and a Calvados distillery. Two nights in three-star-plus hotels with breakfast included, plus skip-the-line entry to attractions.

Highlights

• Étretat's chalk cliffs and dramatic coastal landscape
• Mont Saint-Michel Abbey with audioguide and entry ticket
• Chenonceau, Amboise, and Chambord châteaux visits
• Cancale oyster market and fresh seafood tasting
• Calvados distillery tour with local spirit sampling
• Walking explorations of Rouen, Honfleur, Saint-Malo
• Mercedes minivan with onboard WiFi throughout

What to expect

You'll travel in comfort across three regions, stopping at landmark villages and estates. Days begin with breakfast at your hotel, followed by guided walks through historic town centres—cobbled streets, half-timbered buildings, harbour views. Afternoons focus on either grand châteaux interiors or natural attractions like coastal cliffs and Mont Saint-Michel's abbey. Tastings happen at working sites: a distillery where Calvados is made, and Cancale's bustling oyster stalls. Your driver handles logistics whilst your guide contextualises what you're seeing. Expect mostly paved surfaces and gentle walking; accommodation is comfortable but not lavish.

Good to know

Maximum group size is seven. Two nights' accommodation includes breakfast; single rooms cost extra. Gratuities and souvenirs are your own expense. Public transport links exist nearby if needed. All fitness levels welcome. WiFi available onboard the Mercedes.