Fly to Paris 

Tour starts at your hotel in Paris - Hôtel d'Angleterre in the Saint Germain district.

In the late afternoon, join us for a visit to the Orangerie Museum and its gorgeous Waterlillies collection of Claude Monet (20 mn walk from the hotel). We will then enjoy a welcome cocktail followed by early dinner.

Overnight Hôtel d'Angleterre

Meals D

This morning enjoy a self guided visit of the Orsay Museum, world-renowned for its Impressionist art, but it began as the Gare d'Orsay, a grand Beaux-Arts railway station built for the 1900 Exposition Universelle. Designed by Victor Laloux, the station was a marvel of modern efficiency until 1939, when its platforms became too short for modern trains, leading to its abandonment. Saved from demolition in the 1970s, it was transformed into a museum, officially opening in December 1986 to house French art from 1848 to 1914.  

Or instead of visiting the Orsay Museum, you may choose to visit the Galleria Palace / Paris Fashion Museum, housed in a 19th century renaissance style palace, which showcases French fashion from the 18th century to the present through temporary exhibitions, its extensive collection includes around 200,000 items, featuring historical costumes, accessories, and works by famous designers like Dior, Chanel and Saint Laurent. 

Please choose your option for this morning visit before July 6

This afternoon, visit the incredible "Hotel de la Marine" an un-touched palace on the Concorde Square, you will feel like you stepped back in time ! We will then take a lovely cruise on the Seine river before going to a very traditional and fun local eatery that is a historic,, "old-school" bistro in Paris's Les Halles district, established in the 1930s and operated by Denise Bénariac since 1966. Known for its red gingham tablecloths, hearty "bourgeois" cuisine, and late-night service, it was a vital,24-hour canteen for the former Les Halles market workers.

Overnight Hôtel d'Angleterre

Meals B,D

As we depart Paris for the Normandy countryside, we will make a stop at the Palace of Versailles for a self guided visit of the Royal Apartments.

Lunch will be served at a local restaurant on the way to the Chateau D'Urou

Arrive at the Chateau around 5:00 PM.

Dinner tonight in the dining room of the Chateau

Overnight Chateau D'Urou

Meals B,L,D

Today you will drive to the beautiful area of "Le Perche" located only 45 minutes away, an area known for its rolling landscapes, forests and authentic villages. we will start our day in Mortagne au Perche, the charming capital of the Perche region with its rich heritage featuring buildings dating from the 15th to the 18th centuries its ancient ramparts and the medieval remnants of the Gate of Saint Denis. Lunch is at leisure in Mortagne. 

 This Afternoon, We will drive to the next town, Belleme, one of the most beautiful villages in the region with its cobblestone lanes, and its old town gates but also renowned for its antique shops. Finish your day in La Chapelle Montligeon, an impressive Neo-Gothic basilica built between 1894 and 1911, nicknamed the Cathedral of the Fields with impressive stained glass windows, Mosaics and spectacular architecture. return to Chateau d'Urou for a casual dinner

Meals B,D

Today you will depart early from the Chateau D'Urou and will go to famous sights along the beaches of Normandie that include the German Battery of Longues sur Mer, Bayeux with free time for lunch, Omaha Beach, The American Cemetery and Arromanches where an artificial port was built for the landing.  Dinner in Argentan at "La Table de Fernand"

Meals B,D

You will first drive to the town of Lisieux where you will see the beautiful Basilica built in honor of St Theresa before meeting Chef Le Guillois who will show you one of the best local food market of the area. You will then head to his restaurant for a cooking class followed by a delicious luncheon. 

After lunch we will stop in Chateau de Boutemont, a place of peace and surrounded by beautiful French gardens where you will be able to relax and walk through the grounds. Return to Chateau d'Urou for a light dinner.

Meals B,L,D

This Morning you will enjoy a relaxing morning at the Chateau D'Urou and will have a lovely lunch outside on the terrasse weather permitting

This afternoon  head to the Haras du Pin, the oldest National Stud Farm of France founded by Louis XIV. You will visit the stables and learn about its history and its different breed of horses.  In the evening you will stop at the Mont Ormel Museum which explains the final battle of Normandy that took place right here. 

Tonight Dinner at restaurant L'Abbaye in Argentan

Meals B,L,D

Depart the Chateau  early by private van to the airport.