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Paris, Normandy, Brittany Coast & the Loire Valley

11 days  |  13 days with Paris extension  |  Estimated monthly payments as low as $145

Group size
15–38 travelers
Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars

250
Activity level

Follow your heart from the City of Love to France’s enchanting chateau country and historic northern coast.

Grand and romantic. Moody and medieval. Historic and meaningful. Northern France offers an undeniable combination of stories and scenery. (And patisseries!) Immerse yourself in World War II history on the beaches of Normandy, visit larger-than-life landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Mont-Saint-Michel, and treat your eyes to whimsical countryside chateaux in the Loire Valley. Along the way, feast on fresh oysters, local wine, and landscapes that will set your heart aflame.

Your tour package includes

  • 9 nights in handpicked hotels
  • 9 breakfasts
  • 5 dinners with beer or wine
  • 1 cheese & cider tasting
  • 7 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

  • Eiffel Tower photo stop
  • Normandy coastline
  • Rouen
  • Honfleur harbor
  • D-Day beaches
  • Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Saint-Malo
  • Château de Chenonceau

Itinerary

Overnight Flight

Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Paris today.

Paris

Day 2: Arrival in Paris

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Bonne arrivee! After clearing arrivals, transfer from the airport to your hotel to recharge. This evening, join your fellow travelers at a local restaurant for a welcome dinner, served with beer or wine, and let your first impression of Paris leave you enchante.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars

Overall rating based on 250 traveler ratings

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5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Patrick, traveled in Apr 2025

Enjoyed the tour. Our tour director, Rita, was fabulous.!

The Historic Part of France

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Brian, traveled in Mar 2025

This program covers much of what most Americans think of when they contemplate French history. Beginning with Paris with its historic museums, the palace of Versailles, and the Arch of Triumph, the program continues to Rouen, where Joan of Arc met her end. Next up is Omaha...

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Thank you for taking the time to review your tour! We are thrilled to hear that the itinerary covered so many of the iconic historical...

Wonderful Experience

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Veronica, traveled in Mar 2025

The Paris, Normandy, Brittany Coast, Loire Valley Tour with the Paris Extension with our Tour Director, Brian was a wonderful experience! With two days in each location, it allowed the group to have ample time to get the feeling of each location. The extra days in Paris with the...

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Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We are thrilled to hear that your trip to France was such a wonderful adventure. It...

Excellent

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Kathleen, traveled in Mar 2025

Excellent tour! I inadvertently forgot my rating on the Marius walking tour! The guide was awful, didn’t pay attention. She said if light turns red just wait and she would wait but she didn’t she just plowed ahead and a member of our tour was left behind and had to call Brian to...

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Thank you for sharing your feedback! We are so glad to hear that you had an excellent tour overall. It sounds like you had a meaningful...

Fall for France

5 out of 5 stars

1st-time traveler Janet, traveled in Oct 2024

Traveled to Paris, Normandy, the Loire Valley and Brittany Coast with EF Tours and had a wonderful time. Everything was well organized and we saw the highlights of each region with the group and then had time to explore on our own. Our hotels were lovely, the restaurants were...

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Hi Janet, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! It’s fantastic to hear that you had such an enjoyable time exploring Paris,...

Wonderful trip to France!

5 out of 5 stars

2nd-time traveler Lisa, traveled in Oct 2024

I loved the itinerary and JJ was a fantastic tour guide! JJ went out of his way to accommodate all our requests. I was even able to get a room with a view of Sacre-Coeur & the Eiffel Tower! I, too, was a solo traveler but never felt alone. I couldn’t have asked for a better...

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Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Le Méridien Etoile

This chic hotel is located in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. Guests enjoy the private garden area, Jazz Club, and fitness center. Nearby you'll find the Arc de Triomphe, Bois de Boulogne, and many restaurants.

Normandy - Hotel Mercure Cabourg Hippodrome

This contemporary hotel is located in downtown Cabourg. Guests enjoy a fitness center, pool, and bar. Nearby you’ll find the Hippodrome de Cabourg, Plage de Cabourg, and Pavillon Charles Bertrand.

Saint Malo - Hotel Mercure Saint Malo Balmoral

This modern hotel is located in front of the TGV station of Saint-Malo. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned rooms, and a bar. Nearby, you’ll find Château de Saint-Malo, Fort National, and Fort de la Cité d’Alet.

The Loire Valley - Novotel Blois Centre Val de Loire

This contemporary hotel is located on the hillside city of Blois in the Loire Valley. Guests enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, a gourmet bar, and a relaxing terrace. Nearby, you'll find Blois Castle, the Museum of Magic, and the...

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Flights

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