About this experience
My tour is designed for those who want to immerse themselves in the past of France, visit the square where Joan of Arc was executed, take a stroll along the coast of the English Channel, and witness the natural wonders of Étretat. I have created a comfortable itinerary for you to cover all the locations in a convenient pace within 1 day. I will share stories of the historical events that enriched the history of Normandy and show you beautiful scenic spots.
What to expect
07:30–09:00 - Transfer from your hotel to Rouen
09:00–11:30 - Walking tour in Rouen. You will see the 12th-century Gothic cathedral, astronomical clock, the legendary square where Joan of Arc was executed in 1431 and later a church was built in her honor. Learn about the architectural features of the city, the livelihood of its inhabitants, events during the 100-year war with England, and German occupation.
11:30–13:00 - Transfer to Étretat
13:00–15:30 - Walking tour in Étretat and lunch. You will visit the most popular town on the Alabaster Coast, admire the white chalk cliffs, optionally walk in the gardens of Étretat, and understand why Claude Monet loved to paint these places.
15:30–16:30 - Transfer to Honfleur
16:30–18:30 - Walking tour in Honfleur. You will find yourself in the "most Russian" city of Normandy. I will explain why it is called so. Show the largest wooden church in France, the old port that inspired many artists, the suspension bridge, and the chapel Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. I will tell you how Honfleur is connected to the discovery of Canada and which landscape painters favored this town.
18:30–20:30 - Return to Paris
Organizational details
- The tour price includes transfer in a Volkswagen minivan and guide services
- Additionally (optional), lunch costs from €15/person and tickets to the Étretat Gardens - €12.5/adult, €10/teenagers 15–17 years old, €7.5/children 7–14 years old
