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France Itinerary: Normandy in Depth

  • Sainte-Mère-Église, Arromanches, Mont-Saint-Michel, Honfleur, Caen, Bayeux
  • 5 Days/4 Nights

Based in a single hotel in Normandy, this private multi-day journey offers a comprehensive exploration of the region’s most significant historic sites, cultural landmarks, and culinary traditions. From the iconic D-Day landing beaches to medieval cities, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and Normandy’s pastoral countryside, this itinerary balances powerful history with authentic regional experiences.

Top Highlights

  • Comprehensive exploration of all five D-Day landing sectors
  • Visits to both American and Anglo-Canadian WWII sites
  • Guided discovery of Mont-Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Exploration of medieval Caen and historic Bayeux
  • Immersion in Normandy’s culinary traditions, including cheese and Calvados
  • Single-hotel stay for a seamless, low-stress experience
  • Fully private touring with expert local guides

What’s Included

We design unforgettable and luxurious journeys just for you. Our bespoke trips include:

  • Double room accomodations
  • Daily breakfast
  • Private transfers
  • Private tours & experiences
  • Full support form your travel designer & on the ground team

Itinerary

Arrive in Normandy

Utah Beach & Omaha Beach

The journey begins with an in-depth exploration of the American sectors of the D-Day landings. Guests walk the shores of Utah and Omaha Beaches, gaining insight into the scale and complexity of Operation Overlord. Visits include the dramatic cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, scaled by U.S. Rangers under heavy fire, and Sainte-Mère-Église, the first town in France liberated by Allied forces.

The day concludes with time at the Normandy American Cemetery, overlooking Omaha Beach, offering a moment of reflection and remembrance.

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION: Château La Chenevière

Gold, Juno & Sword Beaches

Trade city sophistication for Highlands drama as the landscapes open up into sweeping glens, mountain passes, and loch-side roads. This chapter is all about Scotland’s “wow” factor—classic viewpoints, storybook scenery, and the sense of moving deeper into the country’s wild heart. Expect time around the legendary waters of Loch Ness, where the atmosphere is as memorable as the views, and Inverness provides an ideal base for exploring both nature and history.

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION: Château La Chenevière

Mont-Saint-Michel

Rising from the tidal bay, Mont-Saint-Michel stands as one of France’s most extraordinary landmarks. Guests explore the abbey and medieval village, discovering how this spiritual sanctuary evolved over centuries into a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and pilgrimage.

Depending on timing and interests, the return journey may include an oyster tasting in Cancale, a visit to the Bell Foundry in Villedieu-les-Poêles, or an alternative Norman cultural experience in Bayeux.

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION: Château La Chenevière

Honfleur, Côte Fleurie & Pays d’Auge

This day introduces Normandy’s rural landscapes and culinary traditions. The journey begins at a traditional Camembert farm, where guests learn about artisanal cheese production and sample regional specialties.

After lunch in one of Normandy’s most picturesque villages, the afternoon continues in Honfleur, known for its historic harbour and artistic heritage. The day concludes with a visit to a family-run Calvados distillery, offering insight into cider making and apple brandy production, followed by a tasting of Calvados, cider, and Pommeau.

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION: Château La Chenevière

Caen & Bayeux

The final day explores Normandy’s medieval legacy. In Caen, guests visit the castle founded by William the Conqueror and learn about the city’s role in both medieval and modern history. The journey continues to Bayeux, renowned for its cathedral, preserved old town, and elegant architecture.

Please note: The Bayeux Tapestry will be closed for renovation from September 1, 2025 until 2027. During this period, an alternative Norman-themed experience such as the La Mora Museum in Honfleur is recommended.

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION: Château La Chenevière

Depart from Normandy

We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.

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