Europe9 days · 8 nights
Classic Italy: Rome, Florence, Venice & Milan
📍 Rome round trip
Starting from$1,101Per person on twin sharing
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Highlights
- ★Small group tour (1-6 people) throughout! 1-2 people travel in a 5-seater sedan, 3-6 people travel in a 7-9 seater Mercedes-Benz van! Enjoy attentive service from your dedicated driver/guide throughout the trip, and stay in carefully selected local 4-star hotels!
- ★A one-stop tour of the Normandy coast and Loire Valley castles, experiencing two of France’s classic landmarks in one trip! Visit filming locations for Jay Chou’s music videos – perfect for stunning photos!
- ★All entrance fees to the World Heritage castles: Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise, and Saint-Michel Abbey are included, showcasing the pinnacle of French royal architecture!
- ★Visit the birthplace of the master painter, Monet’s Gardens in Giverny, and immerse yourself in the vibrant scenes depicted in Monet’s paintings!
- ★Capture natural wonders, including Étretat (Elephant Trunk Hill), experiencing the magnificent seascape and ever-changing light that captivated even Monet!
- ★Conquer the Sea Island: Experience the World Heritage Site of Mont Saint-Michel, where the tides transform this Gothic abbey into a secluded island, a powerful experience combining the grandeur of nature and faith.
Day-by-day itinerary
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D1DAY 1Paris → Giverny → Etretat → RouenBLD
Today we depart from Paris and head to Giverny to visit Monet’s Garden (admission included). Step into the birthplace and art garden of the Impressionist master, witness firsthand the birthplace of his masterpieces, and immerse yourself in a natural artistic realm where light and color intertwine. Afterwards, we’ll travel to Elephant Trunk Hill to admire the spectacular chalk cliffs sculpted by the waves and experience the grandeur and clarity of the coastline. Later, we’ll arrive in Rouen, stroll through the medie
🏨 Mercure Rouen Centre Cathédrale; Novotel Suites Rouen Normandie; Novotel Rouen Centre Cathédrale; Mercure Rouen Centre C
D2DAY 2Rouen → Honfleur → Deauville + Trouville-sur-Mer → CaenBLD
Today we continue our in-depth exploration of the Normandy coastline: Honfleur, a port town loved by Impressionist masters such as Monet, Boudin, and Courbet; and the twin cities of Trullville and Deauville, whose Norman-Anglo-style architecture is well-preserved. The cobblestone streets and colorful wooden houses create a picturesque atmosphere perfect for strolling and taking photos. [Tuesday] Itinerary: Rouen → Honfleur (1.5 hours) → Deauville + Trouville-sur-Mer (3 hours) → Caen
🏨 Best Western Plus Le Moderne; Mercure Caen Centre Port De Plaisance; Novotel Caen Côte de Nacre; Mercure Caen Cote De Na
D3DAY 3Caen → Mont Saint-Michel → Saint-Malo → Le MansBLD
Today we visit Mont Saint-Michel, the French version of the "Sky City," a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At high tide, it’s suspended in the sea, while at low tide, it reveals mysterious mudflats, as if stepping into a medieval magical world. We’ll tour the Mont Saint-Michel scenic area and the Mont Saint-Michel Abbey, then head to Saint-Malo, the "Pirate City," to explore the old town and seaside district. Strolling through the narrow alleys and ancient buildings of Saint-Malo, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into a
🏨 Mercure Le Mans Centre; Mercure Le Mans Batignolles – Hotel & Spa; Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare; Leprince Hotel-S
D4DAY 4Le Mans → Château de Chenonceau → Amboise → ToursBLD
Departing from Le Mans, the journey continues to the Loire Valley, where you’ll visit the Château de Chenonceau (entrance fee included) to admire the stunning scenery of this water castle and its elegant gardens. The Loire Valley Châteaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcase the most classic and traditional French charm. As France’s largest tourist area, the Loire Valley offers a 280-kilometer-long tour route. Some say, "The Loire River is another galaxy, and the castles are the stars." Afterwards, arrive in Amb
🏨 Hilton Garden Inn Tours Centre, France; Le Grand Hotel; Novotel Tours Centre Gare; Best Western Plus l’Artist Hotel; Châ
D5DAY 5Tours → Blois → Chambord Castle → Barbizon → ParisBLD
Departing from Tours that day, we travel to Blois. The old cobblestone streets of Blois echo with the footsteps of centuries past, every brick imbued with the spirit of old France. Renaissance-style castles shimmer in the light and shadow, their Gothic pointed arches blending seamlessly with the Renaissance aesthetic, allowing you to experience the leisurely charm of a town on the banks of the Loire River. Afterwards, we visit Chambord, the most magnificent castle in all of France, admiring its majestic Renaissance
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What’s included
- Transportation: Transportation for all included activities (vehicle type will be determined based on the actual number of participants)
- Hotel: Standard four-star hotel accommodation (hotels in Rouen and Tours are within 6 kilometers of the city center; accommodation locations may be adjusted depending on special events such as exhibitions)
- Meals: Buffet breakfast at the hotel
- Professional driver-guide service
- All taxes and fees involved in the itinerary, and the first entrance fees to the attractions listed in the itinerary: Monet Gardens, Saint-Michel Abbey, Chenonceau Castle, Chambord Castle, and Amboise Castle.
Not included
- Round-trip airfare, taxes, visa fees, and passport processing fees
- Entrance fees to attractions not listed in the itinerary (entrance fees fluctuate; prices are for reference only on official websites, and actual prices are subject to the ticket window price at the attraction)
- Lunch and dinner during the trip
- Personal expenses abroad (laundry, hairdressing, telephone, fax, pay TV, drinks, tobacco, tips, etc. in hotels)
- Other expenses not mentioned in the above service items.
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