French History & Culture: Paris to Normandy
Arts & Culture
Trip Overview:
This 7-day French vacation takes you to Paris, the beaches of Normandy, and Mont Saint-Michel. It features deluxe accommodations and small-group tours.
Your journey to France begins in Paris, the City of Light, where you’ll see world-famous landmarks and soak up the romantic atmosphere. A walking tour takes you in and around the Champs de Mars and traces stories of the French Revolution. Start at the Rodin Museum and swing by local shops to try cheese, pastry, and other treats before ending at the Eiffel Tower. Board a river vessel on the Seine and enjoy an hour-long lunch cruise, taking in the sights from the river as you dine on your French meal.
While based in Paris, you’ll also take a day trip to nearby artistic and architectural landmarks. Swing by Versailles, the palace of the Sun King Louis XIV, to experience the heights of French opulence. Continue on to Giverny to visit the home of Impressionist master, Claude Monet, see the gardens that inspired his art, and enjoy a three-course meal at Le Moulin de Fourges restaurant.
Connect to Bayeux by train, the home of the famous Bayeux Tapestry, which charts the invasion of England by William the Conqueror, and one of the loveliest towns in Normandy. Based in Bayeux, you’ll explore nearby war monuments and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. One day, delve into the dark history of D-Day on the beaches of Normandy. During your historical tour, you’ll visit the American Cemetery at Colleville-sur-Mer, Omaha Beach, the village of Sainte-Mere-Eglise, and Utah Beach. The next day, head to Mont Saint-Michel to explore this breathtaking Benedictine abbey which transforms into an island at high tide.
At the end of your vacation, head to the train station in Bayeux for onward travels.
Highlights:
- Enjoy a private tour of the Eiffel Tower and take in panoramic views of Paris.
- Cruise along the Seine with a glass of champagne, gliding past the city’s historic landmarks.
- Discover Monet’s gardens at Giverny, then explore Versailles’ grandeur and its Hall of Mirrors.
- Walk the beaches of Normandy, tracing the stories of D-Day across Omaha and Utah.
- Journey to Mont Saint Michel, a breathtaking medieval abbey rising from the tides of Normandy.
Included Services:
- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- Private transfers to & from train stations (train tickets not included)
- 3 nights premium accommodations in Paris
- 3 nights premium accommodations in Bayeux
- Private Eiffel Tower Tour with 2nd Floor Access
- Champagne cruise on the Seine River
- Giverny and Versailles Small Group Tour including lunch and all entrance fees (max 8 guests)
- Full-day Small Group Tour of the D-Day US Sector (max 8 guests)
- Full-day Small Group Tour to Mont Saint-Michel (max 8 guests)
- Breakfast daily (excluding Day 1), 1 lunch
Excluded Services:
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Train tickets
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Passport & Visa fees, if applicable
- History
About Goway Travel
Goway is a family-run business and trusted partner of travel advisors for over 55 years, offering dedicated support when planning tailor-made trips to over 115 countries on all seven continents. We cater to globetrotters, the perfect repeat clients.
With Goway, you get:
- A Curated Vacation to Match Your Client’s Passions
- An Authentic Expert in Your Corner Who Knows Destinations Inside & Out
- 24/7 Customer Experience Support from a Dedicated Team
- Knowledge to Grow Your Business with the GowayPro Travel Academy
- Rewards for Your Hard Work Earned on Every Booking
- Commission at Time of Full Payment
It’s time to get more with Goway.
About Goway Travel
Goway is a family-run business and trusted partner of travel advisors for over 55 years, offering dedicated support when planning tailor-made trips to over 115 countries on all seven continents. We cater to globetrotters, the perfect repeat clients.
With Goway, you get:
- A Curated Vacation to Match Your Client’s Passions
- An Authentic Expert in Your Corner Who Knows Destinations Inside & Out
- 24/7 Customer Experience Support from a Dedicated Team
- Knowledge to Grow Your Business with the GowayPro Travel Academy
- Rewards for Your Hard Work Earned on Every Booking
- Commission at Time of Full Payment
It’s time to get more with Goway.

