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With its fertile heart of apple orchards and a pretty coastline of fishing villages, medieval seaports and historic D-Day beaches, Normandy is best explored on foot or by bike.
Discover the idyllic landscapes and rich history of northern France on one of our outstanding Normandy itineraries, following pretty coastline and scenic back roads and stopping to sample local seafood, cider, calvados and camembert.
Cycle along the coast from Normandy to Brittany, passing granite cliffs, oyster farms and attractive seaside towns as you make your way to the magnificent island monastery of Mont Saint Michel, one of France’s most iconic sights.
Visit the medieval city of Bayeux, with its impressive cathedral and historic tapestry, and explore the picturesque harbour, cobbled alleys and half-timbered houses of Honfleur, the charming fishing port that inspired Monet and his Impressionist contemporaries.
Walk or cycle through the quintessentially French countryside of Lower Normandy’s Pays d'Auge—think lush orchards and rolling pastures dotted with medieval villages and chateaux—or be one of the lucky few to complete the cycle journey from Paris to London along the epic Avenue Verte.
Join us as we explore beautiful Normandy!
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Trips only include what you need like accommodation, meals, bikes on cycle trips, luggage transfers, maps and route directions on self guided trips and an experienced local guide for group trips, as well as the peace of mind that comes with complete backup and support.
On self guided trips you can expect to receive up-to-date and well researched route notes and maps, seamless luggage transfers and competitive pricing on all essential services. Many self guided trips also have daily departure dates, allowing you to enjoy the convenience and flexibility a self guided trip offers.
Cycling or walking, 2 star or 4 star, small groups or self guided, land or sea - we can help you explore Europe exactly the way you want.
In Normandy we use a range of 2-3 star hotels that are often family run. These charming hotels provide access to local living thanks to your hosts. The hospitality is generous and their local knowledge is invaluable. Where possible, we choose hotel locations that add to your experience.
Simple yet rich in local character, the B&B’s chosen are clean, comfortable and run by hosts that help add to your experience.
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Explore the historic coast of Normandy, which is dotted with World War II landing beaches, museums and cemeteries
Explore Bayeux, which is famous for its impressive cathedral, historic houses and a famous tapestry depicting the heroics of William the Conqueror
Discover why the Mont St Michel is the most visited site in France outside of Paris
Visit the harbour town of Honfleur, whose port has been painted by many famous artists
Cycle past chateaux, rolling hills and pretty villages on the Avenue Vert, which links Paris to London
Sample cider and apple brandy in the Pays d’Auge
The months of June to August are the busiest, with temperatures ranging between 5-18 degrees Celsius (41-65 degrees Fahrenheit) in spring and autumn, and 15-25 degrees Celsius (59-77 degrees Fahrenheit) in Summer (sometimes higher).
France is +2 hours ahead of GMT/UTC
French (official)
In most areas some English will be spoken
Euro
+33
Electricity in France is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).
Visas not required for citizens of Australia, Canada, USA and New Zealand for up to 90 days in a period of 180 days for all Schengen countries (see www.schengenvisainfo.com/schengen-visa-countries-list/ for countries part of the Schengen). Please ensure your passport is stamped on arrival in the Schengen area. For all other nationalities and for longer stays in countries covered by the Schengen Agreement (Australian New Zealand, Canadian and US passport holders), please contact the relevant embassy. Stays of longer than 90 days in the Schengen area require a long stay visa for the country you are spending most time in. However long stay visas are unlikely to be issued unless there is a valid reason (eg. studying in country). Unfortunately we cannot assist in obtaining visas for long stays due to individual country visa requirements.
Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.
Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.
We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.
We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.
Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.