France - Parisian Chateaux & Gardens
Admire two magnificent châteaux on our wonderful tour: the Palace and Gardens of Versailles and a unique visit to Château de Vaux-Le-Vicomte by candlelight, as well as visiting Monet’s House and Gardens and enjoying a cruise on the River Seine.
Novotel Paris Saclay, Saclay Nr Paris ****
The modern Novotel Paris Saclay has been built around a renovated farmhouse and courtyard and is located in the countryside south of Paris.
• Comfortable en-suite bedrooms • Flat screen television • Hairdryer • Free Wi-Fi • Tea, coffee making facilities • Restaurant • Lounge Bar • Terrace • Leisure facilities • Tennis Courts • Lift
Day 1
TO SACLAY
Following the Channel crossing to Calais and complete the journey to Saclay near Paris for our four nights stay on a dinner, bed & breakfast basis. (D)
Day 2
CHÂTEAU DE VERSAILLES
This morning we visit the Palace and Gardens of Versailles where we have a guided tour. The chateau is considered to be one of the most magnificent achievements of 18th century architecture and design. Later there will be free time to discover the charming town of Versailles. (B,D)
Day 3
RIVER SEINE CRUISE & CHÂTEAU DE VAUX-LE-VICOMTE
This morning we travel into Paris and enjoy a relaxing one hour cruise on the River Seine before returning to the hotel for lunch. Later we visit beautiful Château de Vaux-Le-Vicomte and explore the magical estate by the flickering lights of 2,000 candles and an illumination display to end the night - a truly breath-taking experience! (B,L)
Please note dinner can be taken in the self-service restaurant during the evening (cost not included).
Day 4
MONET'S GARDEN & VERNON
After an early breakfast we travel to Monet's country retreat in Giverny where we visit the impressionist painters charming pink house and iconic gardens where you can admire the Japanese bridge and famous waterlily pond. We then make our way to the pretty village of Vernon with over 200 half-timbered houses with ancient doors, carved timbers and wrought iron shop signs. (B,D)
Day 5
FROM SACLAY
Continue to Calais and complete the journey home. (B)
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Executive coach travel
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Short sea ferry crossings
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4 nights bed & buffet breakfast accommodation in Saclay near Paris
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3 dinners at our hotel (set menu on day of arrival)
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1 lunch at our hotel
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Porterage
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Welcome soft drink on arrival
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Tour of the magnificent Palace and Gardens of Versailles
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Enjoy a relaxing River Seine Cruise
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Spectacular candlelit evening at Château de Vaux-Le-Vicomte
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Entry to Monet’s House and Gardens at Giverny
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Explore the pretty village of Vernon
DEPARTURE DATE & PRICE
22nd Aug 4 nights £745
SRS £182
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
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| Cardiff Gate Services | Cardiff Gate Services CF23 8RA |
| Cardiff West Services | Cardiff West Services Coach Park, CF72 8SA |
| Dyffryn Depot | Edwards Travel Centre, Dyffryn Close, Llansamlet SA6 8QG |
| Edwards Depot LLANTRISANT | Edwards Depot, Llantrisant, CF72 8QZ |
| Magor Services NP26 3YL | Magor Service Coach Park |
| Neath - Railway | Neath - Outside Railway Station, SA11 1BY |
| Newport RAILWAY STATION | Bus Stops outside the RAILWAY STATION,NEWPORT NP20 4AX |
| Port Talbot Customs | Port Talbot Bus Stop OUTSIDE Customs House Just past the Plaza, SA13 1HW |
| Pyle Cross | Pyle Cross, bus stop outside supermarket.Pyle Road CF33 6AG |
| Sarn SERVICES | Sarn SERVICES - Coach Park, CF32 9SY |
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