Europe · France
A circular self-drive itinerary starting and ending in Paris, traversing Normandy, a region where ancient history intertwines with spectacular coastal landscapes and villages frozen in time.
A circular self-drive itinerary starting and ending in Paris, traversing Normandy, a region where ancient history intertwines with spectacular coastal landscapes and villages frozen in time. The route winds through the French countryside and along the English Channel, offering a deep dive into one of France's most iconic areas.
This journey invites you to discover artistic masterpieces in Giverny and Rouen, retrace the steps of history at the D-Day Landing Beaches, and admire the soaring cliffs of Étretat. From the elegant seaside resorts of the Côte Fleurie to the modern architecture of Le Havre, the itinerary strikes a perfect balance between historic monuments, designer gardens, and marine vistas.
The experience is designed as a self-drive tour beginning in Paris, ensuring complete autonomy over your schedule and pace. This flexible programme allows you to explore medieval centres, Gothic cathedrals, and local gastronomic traditions at your own leisure.
8 days in the programme
Your journey begins in Paris where you will collect your rental car Your journey begins in Paris where you will collect your rental car. The first stop is Versailles, where you can devote your time to visiting the world-renowned Palace and its monumental gardens, a masterpiece of French Baroque art.
Leaving the Paris area, you will head towards the heart of Normandy Leaving the Paris area, you will head towards the heart of Normandy. The day includes stops in Caen and Bayeux, the latter world-famous for housing the Tapisserie, the precious 11th-century embroidered tapestry.
Using Bayeux as an ideal base for exploration, the day is dedicated to visiting the D-Day Landing Beaches Using Bayeux as an ideal base for exploration, the day is dedicated to visiting the D-Day Landing Beaches. These sites along the Norman coast hold exceptional historical significance and serve as monuments to collective memory.
The itinerary continues along the coast to soak up the atmosphere of the Côte Fleurie The itinerary continues along the coast to soak up the atmosphere of the Côte Fleurie. You will visit the elegant seaside resorts of Deauville and Trouville before reaching the picturesque harbour of Honfleur.
You will reach Le Havre, a city recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its distinctive modern architecture You will reach Le Havre, a city recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its distinctive modern architecture. The route then leads to the spectacular cliffs of Étretat, famous for their dramatic shapes carved by the wind and the sea.
Transfer to Rouen, the ancient Norman capital Transfer to Rouen, the ancient Norman capital. The visit focuses on the medieval historic centre, characterised by timber-framed houses and the magnificent Gothic cathedral, famously captured by Impressionist painters.
The journey continues to Giverny, a landmark site in art history The journey continues to Giverny, a landmark site in art history. Here you can visit the home and gardens of Claude Monet, where the vistas and water lilies inspired the birth of the Impressionist movement.
The final leg of the itinerary takes you back towards Versailles and Paris to return your rental car The final leg of the itinerary takes you back towards Versailles and Paris to return your rental car. The trip concludes in the French capital before your onward flight, which is not included in the price.
Türkiye
This five-day itinerary leads you into the beating heart of Istanbul, a millennia-old metropolis suspended between two continents.
Bulgaria
An exceptional cultural journey into the heart of Bulgaria, meticulously designed to unveil the country's most iconic sites and profound historical heritage.
Türkiye
This circular itinerary begins in the magical city of Istanbul before traversing the iconic landscapes of Anatolia, visiting the capital, Ankara, and the otherworldly geological formations of Cappadocia.