France Magnifique

Day Stop

• 78000 Versailles, France

Experience

Savor local flavors during dinner at a traditional French restaurant.

Hotel(s)

Le Louis Versailles Chateau – MGallery, Versailles

Meal(s)

Dinner

Bienvenue en France, and to charming Versailles. Celebrate the beginning of your voyage with a savory French dinner in the culturally rich town of Versailles. Today dinner will be included.

Day Stop

• 78000 Versailles, France

Experience

Visit the private apartments of King Louis the Great in the Royal Palace of Versailles.

Hotel(s)

Le Louis Versailles Chateau – MGallery, Versailles

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Start your day with an exploration of the iconic Palace of Versailles (UNESCO). A guide will lead you through the Private Apartments of King Louis XIV, the Sun King, who transformed his father’s hunting lodge into the resplendent seat of the Royal Court. Continue your visit independently through the lavish State Apartments. From the prominent Hall of Mirrors to the opulent bedchamber of the queen, take in Versailles’ most famous sights at your own pace. This afternoon your exploration continues in the palace’s grandiose formal gardens, where the Baroque fountains regularly spout water to the tune of classical music.* Today breakfast will be included.

*The musical fountain show is available on Saturdays and Sundays between early April and late October. During the months of early June and late September, the evening sound & light fountain show is available on Saturdays. The sound & light show begins at 8:30 p.m. and concludes around 11:00 p.m.

Day Stops

• 78000 Versailles, France
• Giverny, France
• 14000 Caen, France

Experience

Be mesmerized by the ever-changing colors of Monet's Garden in Giverny.

Hotel(s)

Best Western PLUS Le Moderne, Caen

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Journey into Normandy and let the art scene leave its impression on you with a visit to Monet’s countryside home at Giverny.** Stroll through the colorful living work of art that is Monet’s garden, where you’ll see the source for the artist’s inspiration, including the setting for his iconic Waterlilies. Then, set off through the rich pasturelands of Normandy to the city of Caen, your home for the next 2 nights. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

**Monet's Gardens in Giverny are open from April 1 to November 1. If you are travelling at a different time of the year, you will visit Bayeux instead.

Day Stops

• 14000 Caen, France
• France
• 50480 Sainte-Mère-Église, France
• Rte du Cimetiere Americain, 14710 Colleville-sur-Mer, France

Experience

Ponder history at Normandy's Memorial Peace Museum and Omaha Beach Cemetery.

Hotel(s)

Best Western PLUS Le Moderne, Caen

Meal(s)

Breakfast

This morning, explore the Caen Peace Memorial Museum dedicated to providing a comprehensive history of the D-Day landings and Europe’s post-war transition. Then, pay your respects at the Normandy American Cemetery & Visitor Center. See the stars and stripes raised over the graves of the valiant soldiers who gave their lives in the Battle of Normandy, and stop at Omaha Beach. Next, make your way to Sainte-Mère-Église, the heart of the American Airborne operations on D-Day, and visit its parachute-shaped Airborne Museum. Learn the unique history of paratroopers in Saint-Mère-Église, the first French town liberated from the Nazis. Then, return to Caen. Today breakfast will be included.

Day Stops

• 14000 Caen, France
• Arromanches-les-Bains, France
• Saint-Malo, France

Hotel(s)

Hotel Oceania, Saint-Malo

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Your exploration of the D-Day Landing Sites continues today and will start with a walk through Pointe du Hoc Ranger Memorial. See where the 2nd Ranger Battalion scaled 100-foot cliffs on D-Day to seize the fortified enemy position. Then visit Arromanches-les-Bain to see the remains of the artificial Mulberry port built by the Allies to resupply their lines during the liberation of France. After some free time to have lunch on your own, pause at a local farm. Stroll through their apple orchards and get a taste of their traditional cider. Then it’s off to Saint-Malo, Brittany’s famous coastal village. Immerse yourself in the beautiful beaches, striking blue water, and views of the fortified Old Town. Tonight, enjoy a freshly prepared local dinner. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day Stops

• Saint-Malo, France
• 50170 Mont Saint-Michel, France

Hotel(s)

Hotel Oceania, Saint-Malo

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Travel to Le Mont St. Michel*** (UNESCO), the “Wonder of the West.” Resting on the border between Normandy and Brittany, this world-famous pilgrimage site sits on the edge of the sea and becomes an island at high tide. Take in the breathtaking views as you stroll through the old village at the base of the Abbey before exploring one of the most beautiful monastic complexes in France, dating back to the 11th century. Return to Saint-Malo and enjoy time to relax or explore independently. Today breakfast will be included.

***Access to Mont St. Michel is via a shuttle bus requiring the ability to stand for duration of the ride (approximately 10-minutes each way). The shuttle drops off 0.2 miles (350 meters) from the village walls. From that point, the visit is entirely on foot.

Day Stops

• Saint-Malo, France
• 37500 Chinon, France
• Loire Valley, France

Experience

Enjoy 2 nights at your 15th-century castle accommodations at the Château de Beauvois.

Hotel(s)

Château de Beauvois, Loire Valley

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

Journey south to the Loire Valley, a UNESCO site brimming with châteaux and parks. Arrive in the medieval village of Chinon. Joan of Arc first met young Charles VII here and shared her vision that he would defeat the English during the Hundred Years’ War. Visit the market, abundant with fresh produce, flowers and local products, and take time to enjoy lunch along the banks of the Vienne River. Next, tour a local winery and discover some of the Loire Valley’s best wines. This afternoon, feel like royalty when you arrive at your 15th-century castle accommodations at the Château de Beauvois. Delve into the history of this site frequented by King Louis XIII as you enjoy some leisure time to explore the grounds or relax on the château’s charming terrace. This evening, delight in gourmet French cuisine in the opulent dining room of your château. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day Stops

• Loire Valley, France
• 37400 Amboise, France
• 37150 Chenonceaux, France

Experience

Explore Chenonceau Castle, the Renaissance country residence of the French Royals, at your own pace.

Hotel(s)

Château de Beauvois, Loire Valley

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Explore the spectacular Château de Chenonceau at your own pace. Perched along the banks of the Cher River, this romantic castle is a jewel of Renaissance architecture. Head to the picturesque center of Amboise. Enjoy some free time for exploring before reaching Tours, where a local expert will introduce you to the town and their local culture. Today breakfast will be included.

Day Stops

• Loire Valley, France
• Paris, France

Experience

Admire famous landmarks while cruising along the River Seine in Paris.

Hotel(s)

Hyatt Regency Étoile, Paris

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Lunch

Travel the French countryside to France’s capital, the City of Light – Paris. Pause for lunch at a modern bistro, before gliding under romantic bridges during a scenic cruise along the Seine River. Take in the city’s most iconic landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the Conciergerie, and Île Saint-Louis peeking at you from the banks of the Seine (UNESCO). As your day comes to a close, make the most of an evening at leisure in this incredibly walkable, world-famous city. Perhaps you will enjoy an optional dinner at the dynamic Paradis Latin**** for a champagne-flowing, can-can kicking, music-driven night at the cabaret. Today breakfast and lunch will be included.

****Paradis Latin cabaret show may be considered unsuitable for children – consult your Tour Manager.

Day Stop

• Paris, France

Experience

Enjoy an exclusive dinner at the Eiffel Tower, featuring delicious cuisine and breathtaking views.

Hotel(s)

Hyatt Regency Étoile, Paris

Meal(s)

Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, it’s your choice! Take in the most iconic sights of Paris on a panoramic city tour, seeing the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysees, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Place de la Concorde -OR- join a local guide and hop on Le Métro to the hilltop neighborhood of Montmartre and its iconic Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Take advantage of a free afternoon to write your own story in romantic Paris. This evening, celebrate the conclusion of your French voyage during an exclusive dinner at the Eiffel Tower, featuring French cuisine and panoramic views of the City of Light. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

*****The Louvre Museum option must be purchased no later than 60 days prior to your departure date and is not available the first Sunday of each month.

Day Stop

• Paris, France

Meal(s)

Breakfast

Set out for home with many magnificent memories. Today breakfast will be included.