Brittany Tour
7 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Rennes, Carnac, Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Côte du Granit Rose, Paris
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Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 35
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Brittany, France, with our Brittany Tour. Experience the dramatic coastal scenery of the Côte de Granit Rose, explore the mysterious pre-historic monuments of Carnac, and marvel at the ancient abbeys of Mont St Michel. Wander through the fortified walled towns of Vannes, Fougères, Dinan, and St Malo, and enjoy the medieval charm of Dinan overlooking the River Rance. Relax on the sandy beaches of Dinard and discover the picturesque Breton fishing port of Paimpol. Travel in comfort by Eurostar and TGV, stay at the four-star Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement, and enjoy a full coach touring itinerary with a dedicated tour manager.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Rennes
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
: Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. On arrival, transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. Welcome drink at the hotel.
Day 2Full Day Tour To Carnac And Vannes.
Location: Carnac
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
Meals Included: Breakfast
: Mysterious Carnac is one of Europe’s most important prehistoric sites, in use since 5700BC. Around 2,000 menhirs (megalithic stones) stand in parallel rows north of the delightful town. Pass through the gateway Porte St- Vincente of Vannes’ walled and well-preserved old town and you enter a stroller’s paradise of lively squares, winding streets overhung by timber fronted houses and charming gardens. Busy, modern Vannes has plenty of grand public buildings and fascinating museums.
Day 3Full Day Tour To Mont-Saint-Michel And Fougères.
Location: Mont-Saint-Michel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
Meals Included: Breakfast
: The breath-taking Mont-Saint-Michel is definitely worth a quick sojourn into Normandy. The island commune has been the seat of a monastery since the 8th century though it was at its most influential in the 12th and 13th centuries as a pilgrimage site. The abbey, unchanged for centuries, crowns the island, the village at its foot full of shops and restaurants. En route, we will visit the fortress town of Fougères which is protected by ramparts. Its impressive château comprises 13 towers and walls over 3 metres thick.
Day 4Full Day To Relax And Explore Rennes At Your Leisure.
Location: Rennes
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
Meals Included: Breakfast
: Rennes, the regional capital is a likeable, lively city. Though much of the historic centre was rebuilt in the 1720s following a devastating fire, there are still medieval gems to be found amongst the grand 18th century replacements. For an excellent overview of life in Brittany since prehistoric times visit the Museé de Bretagne whilst the Musée des Beaux Arts is notable for its paintings and drawings collection.
Day 5Full Day Tour To Dinan, Dinard And Saint- Malo.
Location: Saint-Malo
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
Meals Included: Breakfast
: The medieval walled town of Dinan sits on a hilltop overlooking the River Rance. Some of its many historical buildings date back to the 13th century and the city walls are excellent for a stroll that will lead you to the Château de Dinan. Belle Époque villas and sandy beaches made Dinard France’s top resort until the 1930s and attracted many famous names including Picasso, Debussy and Winston Churchill. Saint-Malo is a walled port city that was once notorious for piracy. Today the only treasure is the elegant, old architecture, particularly the superb citadel at the city’s heart.
Day 6Full Day Tour To Côte Du Granit Rose And Paimpol.
Location: Côte du Granit Rose
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
Meals Included: Breakfast
: The picturesque Côte du Granit Rose gets its name from its reddish-pink granite cliffs, the stone from which has also been used for many of the area’s buildings. Paimpol is a charming Breton fishing port with cobbled streets and a Quartier Latin.
Day 7
Location: Paris
Meals Included: Breakfast
: Transfer by coach back to Rennes station to catch the return TGV to Paris. At Paris, board the return Eurostar service to St Pancras.
What's Included
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Return Eurostar and TGV from St Pancras to Rennes via Paris including transfer in Paris
Travel from St Pancras to Rennes via Paris with return Eurostar and TGV tickets, including a transfer in Paris.
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Six nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the four-star Mercure Rennes Centre
Enjoy six nights of accommodation with breakfast at the four-star Mercure Rennes Centre, based on shared occupancy in a twin/double room.
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Welcome drink at the hotel
Receive a welcome drink upon arrival at the hotel.
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Transfers and full coach touring itinerary as detailed above conducted by tour manager
All transfers and a full coach touring itinerary are included, conducted by a tour manager.
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Tour manager throughout
A tour manager will be with you throughout the trip.
What's Not Included
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Double for sole use supplement
An additional charge applies for single occupancy of a double room.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Standard Premier / 1st class upgrade on Eurostar/TGV
Upgrades to Standard Premier or 1st class on Eurostar/TGV are not included.
This upgrade includes upgraded seating and a light meal with a complimentary drink on the Eurostar, and upgraded seating only on the French railway leg. -
Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls
Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. On arrival, transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. Return TGV to Paris and Eurostar service to St Pancras.
Accommodation
Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement: The hotel sits on a quiet street in the very heart of Rennes, just a few minutes’ walk from both the train station and the city’s historic centre. Hotel rooms are spacious and bright, offering a private bathroom with bath and hairdryer, air-conditioning, television, WIFI and minibar. The hotel also has a breakfast room and a bar that serves light meals. Housed in the old printworks of the Ouest France newspaper, the hotel is well-located on a quiet street close to the pedestrianized streets of the historic centre, and a stone’s throw from a wealth of restaurants and shops.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is included in the Brittany Tour?
The tour includes travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. On arrival, there is a transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. The return journey is also by TGV to Paris and Eurostar service to St Pancras.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement, a four-star hotel located in the heart of Rennes. The hotel offers spacious and bright rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, television, WIFI, and minibar. The hotel also has a breakfast room and a bar that serves light meals.
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Is there a tour manager available throughout the trip?
Yes, a tour manager will be with you throughout the trip, conducting all transfers and the full coach touring itinerary.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast at the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. Other meals are not included and must be arranged separately.
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What are some of the key highlights of the Brittany Tour?
Key highlights include the dramatic coastal scenery of the Côte de Granit Rose, pre-historic monuments in Carnac, the ancient abbey of Mont St Michel, fortified walled towns like Vannes, Fougères, Dinan, and St Malo, Belle Époque villas and sandy beaches in Dinard, and the charming Breton fishing port of Paimpol.
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Is there any free time to explore on your own during the tour?
Yes, on Day 4, you have a full day to relax and explore Rennes at your leisure.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour package are the double for sole use supplement, holiday insurance, upgrades to Standard Premier or 1st class on Eurostar/TGV, meals other than those stated, personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls, and porterage and gratuities.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. Upon arrival, you will transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement and receive a welcome drink at the hotel.
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What can I expect to see on the full day tour to Mont-Saint-Michel and Fougères?
You will visit the breath-taking Mont-Saint-Michel, an island commune with a monastery dating back to the 8th century. The abbey crowns the island, and the village at its foot is full of shops and restaurants. En route, you will also visit the fortress town of Fougères, which is protected by ramparts and features an impressive château with 13 towers and walls over 3 meters thick.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel editions charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.