Two day tour to Giverny, Rouen & Mont st Michel
Very intense two days tour with lots of sightseeing and visit of famous sites. Claude Monet Giverny gardens, historical city Rouen, overnight stay in medieval Bayeux and finishing off with an pilgrimage to Mont st Michel.
Bayeux Cathedral
Claude Monet house & his famous gardens
Mont st Michel & the "pre-salted" sheeps
2500
Highlights of the tour
- Giverny gardens & Claude Monets house
- Rouen cathedral & the historical center
- Medieval town Bayeux & the cathedral
- Mont st Michel island
- Other interresting sightseeing and stops
The price of the tour is 2500 Euros
- Price for the group: 1 to 7 guest
- Direct pick up and drop off to your accommodation
- Private guide / driver (same person)
- Tour itinerary and flexibility to change the tour
- Spacious, aircoditioned minibus
Full description of the tour
PROPOSED ITINERARY DAY ONE
| 8:00am depart | Direct pick up from your accommodation in Paris |
| Claude Monets gardens | Walking through the house and gardens of Claude Monet, you can still feel the atmosphere which reigned at the home of the "Master of Impressionnism" and marvel at the floral compositions and nymphéas, his greatest sources of inspiration. Guest are visiting the gardens on their own |
| Giverny village | Guided walk and various sightseeing of the charming village Giverny following the steps of impressionist artists |
| Traditional lunch | Traditional lunch in Rouen or sandwiches in the car (can be decided on the day) |
| Rouen | Rouen is a lovely town with great architecture, history and an exceptionally rich heritage. The city used to be an English capital for a long period |
| Historical center | Sightseeing of the historical center and visit famous Rouen cathedral painted by Claude Monet 33 times. Also visit the old square where Joana of Arc was burned at the stake and learn her story |
| +/- 5pm drop off to your accommodation in Bayeux | Suggestions of the hotels will be sent to you upon booking. Evening visit of the Bayeux cathedral. |
PROPOSED ITINERARY DAY TWO
| Bayeux tapestry | Possibility to visit and sightsee the famous Bayeux tapestry. A medieval "comic" that portrayes the famous William conqueror and the battle of Hastings |
| Visit of Mont st Michel | The Mont st Michel island splits in several parts which you will be able to explore with your guide: - the village - the chapell - hidden narrow streets - the surrounding remparts - terraces for great panorama |
| Traditional lunch | Traditional lunch or sandwiches in the car (can be decided on the day) |
| Mont st Michel abbey | The benedictine abbey overlooks the area and it is the heart of the island. Kept by monks till this day the island and particullary the abbey are still a very important pilgrimage place. (*there are 900 steps to reach the abbey) |
| Free time or other interesting sightseeing |
Time on your own at the island or around. *Posibility to visit and sightsee some nearby historical sites depending on your interest and spare time (*to be discussed with your guide on the day) |
| +/- 4:00pm depart | Direct drop off to your accommodation in Paris |
WHATS INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Governmental tax - No hidden extra fees
- VIP Private Trip 1 to 7 guests – Price is for the group
- Private spacious and luxury Van – Full option 7 seater mini bus
- English speaking driver / guide
- Insurance while guest in the car (transportation insurance)
- Pick up and drop off from and to the hotel/accommodation in Paris
- Full transportation including all road charges (petrol, parking, highway fees)
- Planning and Flexibility of the itinerary
- Suggestions and booking of hotels & restaurants (If needed)
- For multiple day tour - guides accommodation, breakfast and dinner are covered
WHATS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee breaks & snacks expenses
- Entrance fees to any museums, activities, visits and tastings
- Your own hotel - accommodation - overnight stay
- Guides lunch on guests expenses (20Euros max)
- Any additional or personal expenses
- Guides gratuity (optional)
- Each guest personal insurance : The guest has to be covered with his own private international travel insurance for any accidents or sickness while being on the tour as Private Trip does not take any responsibility for it
Useful informations
We operate in any weather conditions such as rain, wind or fog. Good clothes and cofortable, warm walking shoes are strongly adviced.