The Mercure Mont St Michel is a 4-star contemporary hotel located close to Mont St Michel and just a stone's throw from the free bus shuttle to the island. It offers ensuite bedrooms and a restaurant with choice menu

We travel to France via overnight ferry, with low berth cabins and breakfast included onboard

*Outside cabin upgrades available on request

Subject to ferry times to be confirmed later in 2026, we will either return via overnight ferry (low berth cabins and breakfast included) OR we will take the afternoon sailing with overnight stay in the Portsmouth area before our homeward journey

St Malo is a magnificent walled city rising proudly from the Emerald Coast. Walk the sweeping granite ramparts that have guarded this historic port for centuries, taking in panoramic views across the harbour and out to the scattered islands beyond

Journey inland to Dinan, one of Brittany's best-preserved medieval towns. Here, ancient half-timbered houses lean companionably over cobbled streets, and the impressive château stands watch over the picturesque River Rance far below. Take time to explore the atmospheric old quarter, where artisan shops and inviting cafés reward the curious visitor

Over two unforgettable days, you'll walk in the footsteps of history across Normandy's hallowed shores – a journey that moves from sombre reflection to profound gratitude for those who gave so much for our freedom

Our visits will include Arromanches, where the remarkable remains of the Mulberry Harbour still dot the coastline, and the renovated Musée du Débarquement. Pause at the charming fishing village of Port-en-Bessin before continuing to the Normandy American Cemetery, where over 9,300 pristine white crosses stretch across immaculate lawns overlooking Omaha Beach.

At Bayeux, explore the beautiful medieval town and pay respects at the largest Commonwealth war cemetery in France. Your journey concludes at the Juno Beach Centre – the only Canadian museum on the D-Day beaches, founded by veterans to honour the 45,000 Canadians who lost their lives

Step into the heart of Norman tradition at one of the region's most respected Calvados producers. As you wander through rows of apple trees heavy with fruit, you'll discover the careful craft behind Normandy's most celebrated spirit. Watch as apples are transformed in the traditional workshops, then descend into the atmospheric cellars where oak barrels cradle ageing Calvados, filling the air with rich, warming aromas. Your tour is followed by a tasting session to sample this delicious product for yourself

Rising dramatically from swirling tides and shifting sands, Mont St Michel is surely one of the world's most extraordinary sights – a soaring granite island crowned by a gravity-defying abbey that has drawn pilgrims and travellers for over a thousand years

Climb the winding village street, passing ancient buildings that now house charming shops and inviting restaurants, until you reach the abbey itself. Step inside to explore the serene cloisters, the magnificent church with its soaring columns, and the remarkable wing known simply as 'the Marvel'. Standing here, surrounded by centuries of history and faith, you'll understand why Mont St Michel remains one of Europe's most treasured destinations

Portsmouth's D-Day Story is no ordinary museum. Through intimate personal testimonies, evocative film footage and treasured belongings, you'll meet the men and women behind the mission – discovering their hopes, their fears, and their extraordinary courage. These were ordinary people who came together to achieve something remarkable

Step aboard Landing Craft Tank 7074, the last surviving vessel of her kind, and imagine the tension as soldiers prepared to cross the Channel into the unknown. Your visit reaches its emotional crescendo with the magnificent 83-metre Overlord Embroidery – a stunning hand-stitched tribute that tells the complete story across 34 exquisite panels

This holiday departs from our Main Pick Up Points:

Corby, Desborough, Higham Ferrers, Kettering, Lutterworth, Market Harborough, Northampton, Oadby, Rothwell, Rushden, Thrapston, Wellingborough

Ferry Crossings

Holiday price includes inside cabins with lower berths onboard the ferries where the ferry is an overnight sailing. Outside cabins may be available on request

Currency

Euros only in France, both Euros and GBP can be used on ferries

Passport and Travel Insurance are required for this holiday. It is expected that the new Entry/Exit System and ETIAS will be implemented in late 2026. If in place prior to our holiday, the relevant documentation for these systems will also be required