✈ 8-Day France Vacation with Round-Trip Airfare from Great Value Vacations. Price/Person Based on Double Occupancy.
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After touring Paris’s many attractions, you’ll head down the Normandy Coast into Brittany to explore small, coastal towns and Loire Valley
What You Get
- 8-day/7-night Jewels of France tour with airfare
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10 options available, including departures in December 2014, April, May, June, and July 2015 from JFK.
- Click here to see all options and departure dates.
Note: All options priced per person, based on double occupancy, or pay an additional $350 fee to travel solo. Read about package structures here.
Policies and Fees
For all options, book by: 10/24/14
- Cancellation policy & fees: All cancellations subject to fee up to Groupon price unless Great Value Vacations travel insurance is purchased; insurance cost is 8% of trip cost (including add-ons purchased at time of booking)
- Taxes: Tax included
- Additional fees: Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier.
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Go Sightseeing in Paris and the Normandy Coast
Paris tends to steal the spotlight, but France’s lesser-known cities are rich with their own history, culture, and beauty. Explore the French countryside with stops at cities along the Normandy Coast and Brittany, among them Deauville and the Loire Valley. This trip includes sightseeing tours and activities in many destinations—including Paris—but you’ll have plenty of time to explore a few on your own. This trip includes:
- Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 3 nights of standard accommodations in Paris at the Courtyard at Arcueil, Kyriad Bercy, Forest Hill, Quality Orleans, Campanile Porte d’Italie, Holiday Inn Express La Villette, or similar
- 1 night of standard accommodations in Deauville at the Ibis Hotel or similar
- 1 night of standard accommodations in Mont St. Michel at the Hotel Vert or similar
- 2 nights of standard accommodations in Loire Valley at the Novotel Amboise, Villa Bellagio Blois, or similar
- 2 three-course dinners
- Breakfast daily
- Guided tours of Paris
- Services of a professional travel director
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motor coach (with complimentary WiFi)
- Hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
Days 1–3: Paris, Rouen, and Honfleur
You’ll arrive in the City of Lights on the first day, with enough time to explore the cafes and shops set along the picturesque River Seine. On day 2, you’ll see many of the city’s iconic attractions on a sightseeing tour. The next day, you’ll head down the Normandy Coast, stopping in medieval Rouen—home to the gothic Rouen Cathedral, whose foundation dates back to the 4th century— and the quaint, seaside village of Honfleur.
- Sightseeing tour: A local guide will take you through the Notre Dame Cathedral before heading to the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre’s pyramid, and Champs Elysées.
- See great art on day 3 with a trip to Giverny, home of impressionist Claude Monet. Here, you’ll see the famous water garden that inspired the artist’s iconic water lilies.
Day 4: Deauville, Beaux, and Normandy Beach
Deauville was founded by Napoleon III’s half-brother as an upscale resort in 1859, and it’s been a destination for the rich and famous ever since. (Coco Chanel launched her fashion career here in 1913.) Up next is Bayeux, which boasts a seemingly untouched Old Town district and the Gothic Bayeux Cathedral.
- Normandy Landing Beaches: This calm, beautiful shoreline isn’t famous for its swell or soft sand—it’s where Allied troops landed on D-Day (June 6, 1944) during World War II.
- Bayeux Tapestry: Woven in 1066, this tapestry’s detailed, embroidered Vikings ships and Norman and Saxon cavalries recount the story of the Norman invasion of England.
Day 5: Mont St. Michel, St. Malo, and Rennes
Your next stop is the fortified island of Mont St. Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on France’s northern coast. Perched atop the island is a sprawling castle that looks like something from a Disney fairy tale. Other stops on Day 5 include:
- St. Malo: This walled port city used to be an island, but is now attached to France’s mainland. Tour this ancient city to see ornate cathedrals, centuries-old forts, and the Château de Saint-Malo.
- Rennes: Stroll through cobblestone streets to Place Ste-Anne, where you’ll find plenty of bars and cafes tucked into medieval facades.
Days 6–8: Loire Valley, Blois, and Chartres
According to Fodor’s, Loire Valley is a “fairy-tale realm par excellence…studded with storybook villages” and “time-burnished towns.” It’s been nicknamed the “gardens of france” due to the area’s many vineyards. Explore one of the valley’s 300 chateaux, or visit the picturesque city of Amboise, where you can visit the home in which Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years.
- Blois Castle, or the Royal Château de Blois, once served as Louis XII’s home. Joan of Arc was blessed here by Archbishop of Reims in 1429 before leading her army to Orléans.
- Chartres Cathedral: This well-preserved medieval Catholic cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is widely considered to be one of the world’s finest examples of French Gothic architecture.
Day 8: Return flight to U.S.
Arrive in Paris in the morning, before heading to the airport for your return flight home.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. From what airport does the deal depart? Departures from airports that are not included in the deal options may be available (and may cost more). Purchase the JFK option and call Great Value Vacations at 1-800-495-4903 for pricing from any airport that isn’t listed on the Groupon Getaways deal page.
2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, for an additional fee you can arrange for that over the phone when you redeem your vacation.
3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? After your purchase, call Great Value Vacations at (800) 495-4903 for the most up-to-date availability.
4. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Children under 8 years old are not permitted on this escorted tour. Each traveler must purchase a Groupon Voucher.
5. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? If Great Value Vacations is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.
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Traveler's Tips
- A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S.
- Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
Getting There
- Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK) included
After touring Paris’s many attractions, you’ll head down the Normandy Coast into Brittany to explore small, coastal towns and Loire Valley
What You Get
- 8-day/7-night Jewels of France tour with airfare
-
10 options available, including departures in December 2014, April, May, June, and July 2015 from JFK.
- Click here to see all options and departure dates.
Note: All options priced per person, based on double occupancy, or pay an additional $350 fee to travel solo. Read about package structures here.
Policies and Fees
For all options, book by: 10/24/14
- Cancellation policy & fees: All cancellations subject to fee up to Groupon price unless Great Value Vacations travel insurance is purchased; insurance cost is 8% of trip cost (including add-ons purchased at time of booking)
- Taxes: Tax included
- Additional fees: Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier.
Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.
Go Sightseeing in Paris and the Normandy Coast
Paris tends to steal the spotlight, but France’s lesser-known cities are rich with their own history, culture, and beauty. Explore the French countryside with stops at cities along the Normandy Coast and Brittany, among them Deauville and the Loire Valley. This trip includes sightseeing tours and activities in many destinations—including Paris—but you’ll have plenty of time to explore a few on your own. This trip includes:
- Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 3 nights of standard accommodations in Paris at the Courtyard at Arcueil, Kyriad Bercy, Forest Hill, Quality Orleans, Campanile Porte d’Italie, Holiday Inn Express La Villette, or similar
- 1 night of standard accommodations in Deauville at the Ibis Hotel or similar
- 1 night of standard accommodations in Mont St. Michel at the Hotel Vert or similar
- 2 nights of standard accommodations in Loire Valley at the Novotel Amboise, Villa Bellagio Blois, or similar
- 2 three-course dinners
- Breakfast daily
- Guided tours of Paris
- Services of a professional travel director
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motor coach (with complimentary WiFi)
- Hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
Days 1–3: Paris, Rouen, and Honfleur
You’ll arrive in the City of Lights on the first day, with enough time to explore the cafes and shops set along the picturesque River Seine. On day 2, you’ll see many of the city’s iconic attractions on a sightseeing tour. The next day, you’ll head down the Normandy Coast, stopping in medieval Rouen—home to the gothic Rouen Cathedral, whose foundation dates back to the 4th century— and the quaint, seaside village of Honfleur.
- Sightseeing tour: A local guide will take you through the Notre Dame Cathedral before heading to the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre’s pyramid, and Champs Elysées.
- See great art on day 3 with a trip to Giverny, home of impressionist Claude Monet. Here, you’ll see the famous water garden that inspired the artist’s iconic water lilies.
Day 4: Deauville, Beaux, and Normandy Beach
Deauville was founded by Napoleon III’s half-brother as an upscale resort in 1859, and it’s been a destination for the rich and famous ever since. (Coco Chanel launched her fashion career here in 1913.) Up next is Bayeux, which boasts a seemingly untouched Old Town district and the Gothic Bayeux Cathedral.
- Normandy Landing Beaches: This calm, beautiful shoreline isn’t famous for its swell or soft sand—it’s where Allied troops landed on D-Day (June 6, 1944) during World War II.
- Bayeux Tapestry: Woven in 1066, this tapestry’s detailed, embroidered Vikings ships and Norman and Saxon cavalries recount the story of the Norman invasion of England.
Day 5: Mont St. Michel, St. Malo, and Rennes
Your next stop is the fortified island of Mont St. Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on France’s northern coast. Perched atop the island is a sprawling castle that looks like something from a Disney fairy tale. Other stops on Day 5 include:
- St. Malo: This walled port city used to be an island, but is now attached to France’s mainland. Tour this ancient city to see ornate cathedrals, centuries-old forts, and the Château de Saint-Malo.
- Rennes: Stroll through cobblestone streets to Place Ste-Anne, where you’ll find plenty of bars and cafes tucked into medieval facades.
Days 6–8: Loire Valley, Blois, and Chartres
According to Fodor’s, Loire Valley is a “fairy-tale realm par excellence…studded with storybook villages” and “time-burnished towns.” It’s been nicknamed the “gardens of france” due to the area’s many vineyards. Explore one of the valley’s 300 chateaux, or visit the picturesque city of Amboise, where you can visit the home in which Leonardo da Vinci spent his last years.
- Blois Castle, or the Royal Château de Blois, once served as Louis XII’s home. Joan of Arc was blessed here by Archbishop of Reims in 1429 before leading her army to Orléans.
- Chartres Cathedral: This well-preserved medieval Catholic cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and is widely considered to be one of the world’s finest examples of French Gothic architecture.
Day 8: Return flight to U.S.
Arrive in Paris in the morning, before heading to the airport for your return flight home.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. From what airport does the deal depart? Departures from airports that are not included in the deal options may be available (and may cost more). Purchase the JFK option and call Great Value Vacations at 1-800-495-4903 for pricing from any airport that isn’t listed on the Groupon Getaways deal page.
2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, for an additional fee you can arrange for that over the phone when you redeem your vacation.
3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? After your purchase, call Great Value Vacations at (800) 495-4903 for the most up-to-date availability.
4. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Children under 8 years old are not permitted on this escorted tour. Each traveler must purchase a Groupon Voucher.
5. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? If Great Value Vacations is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.
Love to travel? Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for travel tips, inspiration, and photos from around the world.
Traveler's Tips
- A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S.
- Before international travel, always check the State Department’s website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
Getting There
- Round-trip airfare from New York (JFK) included
Need To Know Info
- Promotional value expires Oct 24, 2014. Amount paid never expires.
- Book by 10/24/14 or promo value expires
- 1/person, +unlimited as gifts
- Reservation required, subject to availability
- All cancellations subject to fee up to Groupon price unless Great Value Vacations travel insurance is purchased; insurance cost is 8% of trip cost (including add-ons purchased at time of booking)
- Airfare nonrefundable after booking
- Must be 18+ to check in, 8+ to travel
- Credit card required at booking/check-in
- Baggage fees may apply and vary by carrier
- Airline subject to change/availability
- Airfare includes carrier and government taxes & fees
- $350 fee to travel solo
- Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
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