Frankreich : 15 Tage Adventure-Trip Journeys: Iconic France Erlebnisrundreise in internationaler Gruppe

This is a journey shaped by history: Monet’s water gardens in full bloom, châteaux that have watched the Loire flow past for centuries, and the quiet beaches of Normandy where history turned. Gain deep insights into World War II alongside an expert local historian then taste time-honoured vintages with winemakers in Bordeaux. From battlefield to vineyard, France reveals itself through what endures.

• Delve into history and culture in France’s Norman villages

• Explore D-Day and WWII military sites with an expert

• Stroll through Claude Monet’s garden

• Visit inside Château de Cheverny

• Royal history on the Cher

• Vineyard roots at Plou et Fils

• Sailing past Chenonceau

• Underground Saint-Émilion

Reiseverlauf:

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1. Tag: Paris

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich.

Event: Welcome Moment – Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hotel Relais Monceau

2. Tag: Paris / Bayeux

Travel to Giverny for an enchanting visit to artist Claude Monet’s garden (seasonal*), inspiration for his famed series of water lily paintings and declared one of National Geographic’s „top 10 most magnificent gardens in the world.“ Continue to the pretty port town of Honfleur for a National Geographic Expedition Leader led walk and some free time in this historic harbour where the Seine River meets the English Channel. This evening, arrive in Bayeux and enjoy a dinner at a local crêperie.
*Monet Gardens is closed from Nov 1 through April 1 yearly. As a result, any departures falling over that time will alternatively visit the Musée de l’Orangerie. At this premiere Gallery in Paris you can view Monet’s Waterlilies and many other Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings from a number of famed artists. (F) (A)

Transport: Paris – Bayeux (3.0h)
Event: Claude Monets Gärten
Freizeit: Honfleur
Unterkunft: Churchill Hotel Bayeux

3. Tag: Bayeux

Am Vormittag tauchen wir mit einem akkreditierten einheimischen Experten in die Geschichte des Zweiten Weltkriegs ein. Wir beginnen mit einem Vortrag über die Landung der Alliierten und besuchen ein Museum, in dem wir originale Relikte aus dem Krieg besichtigen und in die Hand nehmen können, darunter alte Waffen, Uniformen und Karten. Danach besuchen wir mit einem speziellen Weltkriegs-Transportfahrzeug den Secqueville-en-Bessin War Cemetery und erfahren, warum Mohnblumen das ultimative Zeichen militärischer Opfer sind. Am Nachmittag besuchen wir mit unserem CEO Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc und den amerikanischen Friedhof und die Gedenkstätte. (F)

Transport: Bayeux – Bayeux (3.0h)
Event: Historische D-Day-Erfahrung
Event: D-Day Beaches & Memorials
Unterkunft: Churchill Hotel Bayeux

4. Tag: Bayeux

Genieße heute einen Ausflug zur Insel Le Mont-Saint-Michel vor der Küste der Normandie. Diese mittelalterliche Festung ist ein UNESCO-Weltkulturerbe und gilt als eine der schönsten und imposantesten Stätten Europas. Ihre Wurzeln reichen bis ins 8. Jahrhundert zurück. Nach einem Orientierung-Spaziergang mit unserem National Geographic Expedition Leader hast du Zeit zur freien Verfügung, um Abtei, Kloster oder Museen zu besuchen oder durch die verwinkelten Gassen und kopfsteingepflasterten Straßen zu spazieren. (F)

Transport: Bayeux – Bayeux (3.0h)
Event: Excursion to Mont-Saint-Michel
Freizeit: Mont Saint-Michel
Unterkunft: Churchill Hotel Bayeux

5. Tag: Bayeux

Tag zur freien Verfügung, um Bayeux und seine mittelalterliche Altstadt zu erkunden. Schlendere durch die malerischen Straßen und besuche Shops und Cafés oder sieh dir die Kathedrale und den berühmten Teppich von Bayeux an. (F)

Freizeit: Bayeux
Unterkunft: Churchill Hotel Bayeux

6. Tag: Bayeux / Paris

Abfahrt nach Rouen, einem bedeutenden Flusshafen, wo wir einen Orientierungs-Spaziergang mit unserem CEO machen und Zeit zur freien Verfügung haben. Dann geht es zurück nach Paris, wo wir Zeit zur freien Verfügung haben, um die „Stadt der Lichter“ zu erkunden. (F)

Transport: Bayeux – Paris (3.0h)
Freizeit: Rouen
Unterkunft: Hotel Relais Monceau

7. Tag: Paris

Enjoy a National Geographic Expedition Leader led orientation walk this morning in the medieval centre of Paris, where you’ll stroll by legendary sites like the Pyramide du Louvre, the Pont Neuf, the Conciergerie, and the majestic Notre Dame de Paris. Afterwards, indulge in a guided lunch presentation of French wine and cheese pairings, then take advantage of more free time to visit iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower or the Louvre. (F) (M)

Event: Französische Wein- und Käseverkostung
Freizeit: Paris
Event: Orientation with Expedition Leader
Unterkunft: Hotel Relais Monceau

Optionale Ausflüge:
Eiffel Tower Visit (**)
Besuch des Musée d’Orsay (**)
Besichtigung von Sacre-Coeur (**)
Besuch im Louvre (**)

8. Tag: Paris

Enjoy a free day to explore Paris on your own. Discover 19th-century glass-roofed arcades like Galerie Vivienne, visit artistic gems like the Musée de l’Orangerie, or simply relax at a café in La Butte-aux-Cailles. Then, reconnect with fellow travellers and your Expedition Leader this evening. (F)

Freizeit: Paris
Event: Optionales Begrüßungstreffen für Reisende auf Kombi-Trips
Unterkunft: Hotel Relais Monceau

9. Tag: Paris / Loiré

Board a high-speed train from Paris, watching the urban landscape fade into rolling green countryside as you speed toward the Loire Valley. Transfer to the historic river town of Blois for an orientation walk past half-timbered houses and royal plazas, including free time for lunch on your own at a local bistro. Continue to Château de Cheverny for a self-guided walk through furnished rooms untouched by time, seasonal gardens in full bloom, and kennels still home to the château’s working hounds. Arrive at your hotel with for free time before dinner tonight. (F) (A)

Transport: Paris – St-Pierre-des-Corps Railway Station (1.0h)
Transport: St-Pierre-des-Corps Railway Station – Blois (1.0h)
Event: Expedition Leader Led Orientation Walk (0.75h)
Transport: Blois – Cheverny (0.25h)
Event: Self-guided Visit at Château de Cheverny (1.5h)
Transport: Cheverny – Loiré (0.75h)
Unterkunft: Relais des landes

10. Tag: Loiré

Begin the day in the riverside village of Amboise, following your National Geographic Expedition Leader along historic lanes lined with stone cottages and cozy bakeries. Next, head to Château de Chenonceau, an estate that stretches across the river Cher on a series of stone arches. Meet a local historian for a tour through grand arched galleries, rich Renaissance tapestries, and manicured gardens, learning about the women whose ambition and influence shaped its royal past. Return to the hotel for a relaxing evening, with freedom to seek out a local spot for dinner. (F)

Transport: Loiré – Amboise
Event: Expedition Leader Led Orientation Walk (1.5h)
Freizeit: Amboise
Transport: Amboise – Chateau de Chenonceau (0.15h)
Event: Guided Visit of Château de Chenonceau (1.5h)
Transport: Chateau de Chenonceau – Loiré (0.5h)
Unterkunft: Relais des landes

11. Tag: Loiré

Spend the morning at a family-run winery where the owners welcome you into their vineyards. Walk among the vines, learn about soil health and traditional harvest methods, and taste regional vintages over lunch. Afterward, head to Chisseaux to board a guided riverboat for a cruise along the Cher River, gliding beneath the arches of Château de Chenonceau. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon for a quiet evening and optional dinner with your group. (F) (M)

Transport: Loiré – Chargé (0.5h)
Event: Wine Tasting in the Heart of the Loire Valley (1.5h)
Transport: Chargé – Chisseaux (0.25h)
Event: Cruise on the River Cher (1.0h)
Transport: Chisseaux – Loiré (0.25h)
Unterkunft: Relais des landes

12. Tag: Loiré / Bordeaux

Board a train south to Bordeaux, a vibrant hub of culture, architecture, and gastronomy. Upon arrival, join your Expedition Leader for an orientation walk through wide pedestrian squares and past impressive limestone facades. Pause for lunch at a local café before some free time. Afterwards, head to the Cité du Vin museum, moving through its interactive exhibits before stepping out onto the Belvedere for a glass of wine and 360-degree city views. (F) (M)

Transport: Loiré – Tours (1.0h)
Transport: Tours – Bordeaux (2.0h)
Event: Orientation Walk Led by Expedition Leader (0.5h)
Event: Cite du Vin Museum Visit and Wine Tasting (1.0h)
Freizeit: Bordeaux
Unterkunft: Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux

13. Tag: Bordeaux

After breakfast, set off to Saint-Émilion, a medieval village perched above ancient limestone hills. Step beneath the cobblestone streets with a local guide for an underground tour of the monolithic church and dark catacombs carved into the rock. Break for lunch on your own before continuing to a winery. Here, join a private tour of the estate and its stone-vaulted cellars, sampling regional Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion wines before returning to Bordeaux for a free evening. (F)

Transport: Bordeaux – Saint-Émilion (1.0h)
Event: Guided Tour of Saint Emilion’s Monolithic Church and its Catacombs (3.0h)
Freizeit: Saint-Émillon
Event: Wine Tasting in Bordeaux Region (1.5h)
Transport: Saint-Émillon – Bordeaux (1.0h)
Unterkunft: Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux

14. Tag: Bordeaux

Travel west to Arcachon on the Atlantic coast to encounter the Dune du Pilat, Europe’s tallest sand dune. Climb to the top alongside your Expedition Leader for sweeping views over deep pine forests and ocean waves. Later, head into seaside Arcachon for an orientation walk along the waterfront promenade and an included lunch. Return to Bordeaux for a final evening together, gathering for an optional dinner featuring regional specialties. (F) (M)

Transport: Bordeaux – Arcachon (1.5h)
Event: Visit Dune du Pilat (1.0h)
Event: Expedition Leader Led Orientation Walk (0.5h)
Transport: Arcachon – Bordeaux (1.5h)
Unterkunft: Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux

15. Tag: Bordeaux

Depart at any time. (F)

Event: Departure Day

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Fahrplan-, Flugplan-, Hotel- und Programmänderungen bleiben ausdrücklich vorbehalten.

(**) Von G Adventures organisierte Programme sowie Aktivitäten. Diese sind nicht im Reisepreis enthalten und müssen vor Ort gebucht werden. Änderungen vorbehalten.

(F=Frühstück,M=Mittagessen,A=Abendessen)

Leistungen:

Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Historische D-Day-Erfahrung, Bayeux
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Französische Wein- und Käseverkostung, Paris
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Guided Visit of Château de Chenonceau, Chateau de Chenonceau
Dein Welcome-Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
Dein Discover-Moment: Paris. Visit of Monet Gardens (Seasonal). Excursion to Mont-Saint-Michel. Paris orientation walk. Board a high-speed train from Paris. Riverside village of Amboise. Family-run winery. Guided riverboat for a cruise along the Cher River. Board a train south to Bordeaux. Visit and tasting at Cité du Vin museum. Saint-Émilion, a medieval village perched above ancient limestone hills. Private tour of the wine estate with tasting. Arcachon on the Atlantic coast, and encounter the Dune du Pilat. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Unterbringung: Hotels – 14nts.
Transport: Private vehicle, train, walking.
Mahlzeiten: 14 Frühstück, 4 Mittagessen, 2 Abendessen

Aufpreis für Einzelzimmer – nur wenn explizit gewünscht:
Ansonsten wird das Zimmer mit einem gleichgeschlechtlichem Zimmerpartner geteilt

02.04.2028 -15.10.2028 EUR 2279

Gruppengröße: Max 16, avg 12.