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What to do and see in Normandy, France: The Best Rail Tours
Normandy (/ˈnɔːrməndi/; French: Normandie, pronounced [nɔʁmɑ̃di] ( listen), Norman: Normaundie, from Old French Normanz, plural of Normant, originally from the word for "northman" in several Scandinavian languages) is one of the 18 regions of France, roughly corresponding to the historical Duchy of Normandy.
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1. Mont Saint-Michel EXPRESS (day-trip from Paris by TGV - high speed train)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. Key points of this tour: 1) travel by speed train TGV 2) More time for visiting - 4 hours to visit by your own. Thanks to complimentary hotel transfer, round-trip train fare, and exclusive ground transportation, your journey to and from the castle is fast, comfortable, and absolutely stress-free. ITINERARY: 06:00 am: Pick-up at your hotel by our driver 07:06 am : departure by train (TGV) to the city of RENNES 09:07 am: meet and greet with your guide/driver and departure to the Mont Saint-Michel 10:30 am: Visit of the Mont Saint-Michel with audio guide 01:15 pm: Back to the train station in Rennes 02:35 pm: departure from Rennes by speed train (TGV) to PARIS 04:36 pm: arrival in Paris and private transfer to your hotel
Inclusions: R/T transfers to/ from the train station from/to your hotel in PARIS, R/T train ticket (High Speed train) to/from RENNES, Driver-Guide assistance all day long, Private transportation by car or minivan, Ticket admission Abbey of the Mont St-Michel, Audio Guide in your own language , All taxes and fees
Exclusions:
Reviewed By O5141HMjonathang
We are travelling from Australia and have previously visited other countries prior to to France which had amazing service and friendlyness. However 5minutes in France we found them to be rude 10minutes in and they were pushing us, 30minutes and pickpocketed. My advice when you get off the train is get back on and try a different country. Try Ireland, England or even Amsterdam. We are counting down the minutes to get out of this thieving, smelly, rude, dirty country Cheers
2. Dday experience Full Day Tour US Sector
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4.9 based on 9 reviews
Discover the D-Day landing beaches by the us sector. - The Full Dday Tour Experience by the US sector is the best way to visit and understand the Dday sights and do a duty memory tour. Your tour guide will explain you all the objectives of the Allies Army on that most import day in the year 1944. Come back into the History and be able to follow the footsteps of the US soldiers along your journey in a confortable air conditioned mini bus with a maximum of 8 persons.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Lunch is not included in the tour
Reviewed By karzee9578
Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable, however it was a little too technical for me. He used good visuals.
3. Normandy D-Day Tour From Paris
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4.8 based on 29 reviews
Take a one day trip from Paris to see the American sector of the Normandy landing beaches. Leave Paris in the morning via rail and meet your guide in Caen (the capital of the Normandy region). Essential historical background is covered in your morning at the Memorial de Caen museum, where you also have a 3 course lunch featuring local Normandy ingredients. The afternoon features an excursion via minivan to see Arromanches Harbor, the Pointe du Hoc, and the American cemetery and visitor center and Omaha Beach.
Inclusions: Rail to and from Paris to Caen, Normandy, Lunch, Pick-up and drop-off in Caen
Exclusions: Local transfers to and from your hotel/apartment in Paris, Gratuities
Reviewed By J347WKmatthewj
As I’m sure we have all unfortunately experienced during Covid, there are numerous companies in the travel industry which have pocketed our money while we got nothing. I’m happy to share, however, that Link Paris refunded the cost of my cancelled trip abroad in-full, within a week, courteously, and with no argument. In fact, after my refunded costs, I got a personalized follow-up phone call just to chat. I cannot say enough how much I appreciate their customer service and upstanding business practice. It’s a rare thing these days. They’re a class act.
4. A day in LISIEUX following the footsteps of SANTA TERESA from Paris
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
Sainte Thérèse of Lisieux is one of the most popular saints in the history of the church. Pope Pius X called her "the greatest saint of modern times". The Sanctuary of Lisieux, the city where she lived and died, is a very special place, to visit and follow her footsteps. In this 1-Day tour, you travel to the city of Lisieux by train from Paris, starting at Saint Lazare train station; you will receive special assistance prior to your departure. On arrival to Lisieux, you will meet your guide for a full-day walking tour to visit the places related to the saint: Attend the 11:15 mass at the Carmel, have Lunch in the Hermitage, Visit "The Buissonnets" her childhood home, discover the beautiful Basilica built in her name and the Cathedral where she used to pray. At the end of the day, take your train for your return journey to Paris.
Inclusions: Full day walking guided private tour of Lisieux, Lunch in the sisters of the Hermitage with wine, Round-trip train tickets Paris/Lisieux/Paris in second class., Special prices for groups over 15 people on request
Exclusions: Tips for the Guide, Umbrella/Raincoat
5. The legendary Mont-St-Michel including Cancale & St-Malo (TGV Train from Paris)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. Including : Mont Saint-Michel, Cancale (lunch) and Saint-Malo Avoid the long endless journey by bus for a confortable seat in a speed train (TGV). More time to visit the Mont Saint Michel and more time to discover the area with a nice seafood lunch in Cancale (famous for its oysters). Itinerary 06:00 am: pick-up at your hotel (Paris) and private transfer to the train station 06:58 am: departure by TGV to Rennes (1 hour & half) 08:22 am:arrival in Rennes Visit of the Mont Saint Michel by your own or the assistance of your guide. 12:30 pm: en route to Cancale and lunch (oyster and seafood). 03:00 pm: Visit of Saint-Malo: the corsair city with its ramparts 07:05 pm : departure to Paris by TGV 08:35 pm : arrival to Paris and transfer to your hotel
Inclusions: Private transportation, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By O5141HMjonathang
We are travelling from Australia and have previously visited other countries prior to to France which had amazing service and friendlyness. However 5minutes in France we found them to be rude 10minutes in and they were pushing us, 30minutes and pickpocketed. My advice when you get off the train is get back on and try a different country. Try Ireland, England or even Amsterdam. We are counting down the minutes to get out of this thieving, smelly, rude, dirty country Cheers
6. Normandy DDay Trip from Paris by train
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1.0 based on 1 reviews
Travel from Paris to Bayeux, Normandy by train and then board a bus that will be waiting for you on your arrival. The departure of the bus is at 12h15 from Bayeux Gare. Experience a day discovering the landing beaches in the Calvados region of Normandy. You will learn how D-Day, on 6 June 1944, became part of world history. Discover the many commemorative memorials as well as the landing beaches, including Omaha Beach; American Cemetery; Arromanches and Pointe du Hoc. These are memorable places that bear witness to the extent of the D-Day military operations. . Discover Arromanches 360 Circular cinema and watch an exceptional archive footages collected from around the world that tell the whole story of the 100 days of the Battle of Normandy. During this day trip, you will be able to see the tombs and the names of the soldiers who fell so that the world would be at peace again. It will be an unforgettable experience that will remain forever etched in your memory.
Inclusions: Train Ticket round trip to Normandy Bayeux from Paris St Lazare, Coach service from Bayeux to the beaches, Entrance to the 360° cinema at Arromanches, English speaking driver
Exclusions: Tour guide , Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By Stay529096
Valerie was our tour guide. She was able to make this an amazing experience. We and our 10 year old grandson were captured by the stories and facts she told us. This has been history come to life.
7. Private Saint Michel Tour by High Speed Train (TGV) with Lunch
IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. A day at the Mont Saint-Michel in the best conditions. Most will take you to Mont Saint-Michel from Paris by bus or minivan. It's long, tiring and a waste of time ! Key point of this tour:Travel by speed train TGV - avoid a long journey by coah stuck in the traffic jam. ITINERARY: 06:00 am: Pick-up at your hotel by our driver 07:01 am : departure by train (TGV) to the city of RENNES 09: 15 am: meet and greet with your guide/driver and departure by car to the Mont Saint-Michel 11:00 am: Visit of the Mont Saint-Michel by your own with audio guide 01:00 pm: lunch 03:00 pm: Back to the train station in Rennes 04:43 pm: departure from Rennes by speed train (TGV) to PARIS 06:41 pm: arrival in Paris and private transfer to your hotel.
Inclusions: R/T transfers from/to Hotel to/from train station, R/T Train Ticket from/to PARIS to/from RENNES, Guide/driver assistance all day long, Ground Transportation by private car or minivan, Ticket admission to the Abbey of the Mont Saint-Michel, Lunch (3-courses) at the Relais du Mont Saint-Michel overlooking the bay, All taxes and fees
Exclusions: Drinks and extras
Reviewed By O5141HMjonathang
We are travelling from Australia and have previously visited other countries prior to to France which had amazing service and friendlyness. However 5minutes in France we found them to be rude 10minutes in and they were pushing us, 30minutes and pickpocketed. My advice when you get off the train is get back on and try a different country. Try Ireland, England or even Amsterdam. We are counting down the minutes to get out of this thieving, smelly, rude, dirty country Cheers
8. Paris, Lisieux, Nevers & Lourdes, France 5-Day Private Pilgrimage by Train
Enjoy 5 days /4 nights touring the pilgrimage sites in France. Discover the life of St Bernadette Soubirous in Lourdes and Nevers, and of St Theresa in Lisieux, Normandy. On your first day travel to the Sanctuary of Lisieux to have a full day walking tour to follow the footsteps of St. Thérèse, attend the mass, have lunch in the Hermitage and return to spend the night in Paris. The next morning, travel to Nevers and have a tour of the highlights of the place where St. Bernadette spent her last years of consecration to the Virgin Mary in the Sanctuary, return to spend the night in Paris. On your third and fourth days, travel to Lourdes to have a walking tour in the Sanctuary where St. Bernadette witnessed the apparitions of the Virgin Mary. You will also have some time on your own for prayers and contemplation. You have the chance to attend the mass in the Grotto of the apparitions or visit the miraculous baths. Return to Paris in the fourth day afternoon to spend the night.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, 2nd class round trip tickets from Paris to Lisieux, to Nevers and to Lourdes, 3 nights in a 3-star hotel in Paris + 1 night in a 4-star hotel in Lourdes, Walking tour & spiritual visit of the Sanctuaries in Lisieux, Nevers & Lourdes w. professional guide, Round trip transfers with private car in Lourdes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Tips for the guide, Pre and/or post accommodations in Paris (Upon request)
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
9. St. JOAN of ARC in Rouen 1-Day Private tour from Paris
We travel to ROUEN to visit the places connected to Saint JOAN of ARC. Joan of Arc is considered one of history’s greatest Saints, she was a medieval peasant girl who believed God had chosen her to lead France to victory in its war with England. She led the French army to a victory against the English and their French Allies. After King’s Charles VII coronation, she was captured by Anglo-Burgundian forces, who burned her at the stake in 1431, after having tried her for heresy and witchcraft at the age of 19. She was canonized in 1920. You will be met by your expert guide for a 2-hour walking tour, where you will live the last days of the Saint. Then this will be followed by a 2-hour tour at the Historial of Jeanne d’Arc Rouen; a very special museum exclusively consecrated to the life of the Saint from her childhood, her battles until her tragic end.
Inclusions: Assistance at Gare Saint Lazare train station on departure, 2nd class roundtrip train ticket to Rouen, Walking tour with a private guide (2 hours), guide will meet you on arrival at ROUEN train station., Tickets to Historial Jeanne d’Arc Rouen (Standard entrance), Lunch, Special prices for groups over 15 people on request
Exclusions: Wine during lunch, Optional tips for the guide
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
10. Lisieux, Lourdes and Fatima, Private 7-Day Pilgrimage from Paris by Train
Experience a fabulous tour of self-contemplation and reflection in an unforgettable journey covering the main religious pilgrimage sites of Europe: LISIEUX, LOURDES, and FATIMA. Discover the history behind the holy apparitions and the people who experienced them. On the first day travel to Lisieux and have a full day walking tour of the Sanctuary following the footsteps of St. Thérèse. On the second day travel to Lourdes and spend the next two days discovering the Sanctuary, you will have a 3-hour walking tour and time on your own for prayers and contemplation. You have the chance to visit the grotto of the apparitions, participate in the miraculous baths and attend the Torchlight procession. Then you will be transferred to Toulouse airport to travel to Fatima (tickets not included). Spend the next two days in the Sanctuary with guided visits of the highlights. You will spend your last night in Lisbon and the next morning you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Transfer from Lourdes to Toulouse Airport, Paris-Lisieux round trip 2nd class train ticket and 2nd class train ticket Paris-Lourdes, Round-trip Transfer Lisbon-Fatima, Private guided walking tours in Lisieux, Lourdes and Fatima, 5 Nights in 4-Star hotel in Lourdes and 3-Star in Fatima and Lisbon, Special prices for groups over 15 people on request
Exclusions: First night in Paris, Meals unless specified, Flight from Toulouse to Lisbon, International flights into France and out of Lisbon, Tips to guides and/or drivers, Pre and post hotel extensions in Paris, Lourdes, and Fátima (upon request).
Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes
Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.
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