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- 11 nights in hand-picked accommodation

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Spend a day on beautiful Sark, the iconic ’Dark Sky Island’ Explore the only part of the British Isles to be occupied during WWII Wander the enchanting island village of Mont Saint-Michel

Transport

Premium mini-coach transportation and ferries to Guernsey, Sark, Jersey and Saint-Malo

Meals

11 breakfasts 5 dinners

Guide

Experienced Tour Leader and Driver

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Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Optional

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Flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: London (England)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: London (England)

An epicenter of rich history and innovation, London is where we’ll meet for the start of our incredible journey. Tonight, we’ll get to know one another over a delicious welcome dinner. Accommodation: Wellington by Blue Orchid (or similar)

Meals:
- Dinner
Day 2 Day 2: London – Winchester – Dorset
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: London – Winchester – Dorset

After breakfast, we’ll travel to our first stop: the collegiate city of Winchester. Here, we’ll take some time to tour the magnificent Gothic cathedral before exploring the city’s old-worldly centre at our own pace. En route to our hotel, we’ll visit the sublime Corfe Castle – a site with over 1,000 years of diverse history. Then, a delicious meal awaits us at our Dorset hotel. Accommodation: Mortons Manor Hotel (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 3 Day 3: Dorset – Guernsey (Channel Islands)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Dorset – Guernsey (Channel Islands)

This morning it’s all aboard the ferry for the journey to Guernsey. Depending on our arrival time in St Peter Port, we may have the opportunity to tour the grand Sausmarez Manor and its charming gardens – before enjoying some free time to wander the cobbled streets, marina and stores at your leisure. Tonight, take the leisurely walk into town for dinner at a local restaurant or enjoy a relaxing evening at the hotel. Accommodation: Duke of Richmond Hotel (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 4 Day 4: Guernsey – Sark – Guernsey
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Guernsey – Sark – Guernsey

The famous ‘Dark Sky Island’, Sark, will be our next stop – and here the day will be yours to spend as you please. No cars are allowed on the island, giving it a unique ‘olde worlde’ charm. Enjoy a leisurely walk to the various viewpoints around the island including the Lighthouse and Pilcher Monument. Or enjoy the strikingly beautiful walk along La Coupée to Little Sark. There is even the option to admire the island’s captivating landscapes from aboard a horse-drawn carriage, if you’d prefer. After returning to Guernsey on the ferry, we’ll enjoy an included dinner together. Accommodation: Duke of Richmond Hotel (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 5 Day 5: Guernsey
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Guernsey

First on the agenda today: a stop at the enchanting Little Chapel, a work of art built entirely from seashells. Afterwards, we’ll visit the fascinating German Occupation Museum. Beginning as a schoolboy hobby, the museum has expanded into an extensive collection of Occupation memorabilia and rare artefacts. Returning to our accommodation in the afternoon, there will be some free time to explore Guernsey your own pace*. Accommodation: Duke of Richmond Hotel (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 6 Day 6: Guernsey – Jersey
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Guernsey – Jersey

Our morning in Guernsey will be a relaxed one as we ready ourselves to depart for our next stop: Jersey. Upon our arrival, we’ll familiarise ourselves with the beautiful harbour village of St Aubin – exploring the Bulwarks, quaint streets and pubs at our leisure. Tonight, we will reconvene at the hotel and share stories of our day over an included dinner. Accommodation: Hotel L’Horizon (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 7 Day 7: Jersey
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Jersey

Today we’ll uncover one of Western Europe’s best-preserved Neolithic sites: La Hougue Bie. Stand inside the chamber of the passage grave and feel the heart of this centuries-old place of worship, before discovering more at the geology and archaeology museum. Then, we’ll press on to the imposing Mont Orgueil Castle – a medieval fortress that has overlooked the beautiful fishing port of Gorey for more than 800 years. This afternoon you’ll be free to relax before we move on again. Saint-Malo is coming up tomorrow! Accommodation: Hotel L’Horizon (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 8 Day 8: Jersey – Saint-Malo (France)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Jersey – Saint-Malo (France)

Elizabeth Castle has played a huge role in Jersey’s history for more than 400 years. Choose to take the Castle Ferry or walk out along the causeway at low tide. Then, enjoy some free time to explore the grounds at your leisure – uncover wartime bunkers, marvel at the hermitage where Saint Helier is thought to have lived, and take part in living history demonstrations. Later this afternoon, we’ll swap Britain for France as we sail into the dramatic port town of St-Malo. Be tempted by an array of restaurants in the town centre and savour some downtime relaxing in the fresh coastal air. Accommodation: La Maison des Armateurs (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 9 Day 9: Saint-Malo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Saint-Malo

Saint-Malo’s labyrinthine streets are best explored on foot, so we’ll begin today with an orientation walk with our expert Tour Leader. Then, the rest of the afternoon is yours to wander the medieval ramparts surrounding the town, visit the cathedral or enjoy a walk in the sunshine along Bon-Secours Beach. This evening, take the opportunity to indulge in some classic French cuisine. Bon appétit! Accommodation: La Maison des Armateurs (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 10 Day 10: Saint-Malo – Dinan – Mont Saint-Michel – Saint-Malo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Saint-Malo – Dinan – Mont Saint-Michel – Saint-Malo

Today we journey to Dinan, a quaint town nestled upon a hilltop overlooking the Rance Valley. After spending some time exploring its medieval walls, cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses, we’ll wind our way along the coast of Normandy to magical Mont Saint-Michel – a rocky islet topped with a medieval monastery. Here we’ll have some free time to explore the abbey and Logis Tiphaine Museum before finding lunch in the island village. This afternoon, we’ll return to Saint-Malo for an evening of leisure. Accommodation: La Maison des Armateurs (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 11 Day 11: Saint-Malo – Fougères – Maintenon
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Saint-Malo – Fougères – Maintenon

Our morning begins with a visit to the Château de Fougères, the largest medieval castle in Europe. It features 13 majestic towers, beautiful gardens and is surrounded by the River Nançon. Following a stop for lunch in the Old Town, we then journey to Maintenon. Tonight, we’ll regroup at the hotel and enjoy one final dinner together. Accommodation: Castel Maintenon (or similar)

Meals:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 12 Day 12: Maintenon – Chartres – Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Maintenon – Chartres – Paris

We’ll end our tour with a trip to the Cathedral of Chartres – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and beautifully preserved example of Gothic architecture. Our final stop will be Paris, where we’ll say ‘au revoir’.

Meals:
- Breakfast

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London To Paris Via The Channel Islands

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Itinerary of your trip London To Paris Via The Channel Islands

Day 1: London (England)

Day 2: London – Winchester – Dorset

Day 3: Dorset – Guernsey (Channel Islands)

Day 4: Guernsey – Sark – Guernsey

Day 5: Guernsey

Day 6: Guernsey – Jersey

Day 7: Jersey

Day 8: Jersey – Saint-Malo (France)

Day 9: Saint-Malo

Day 10: Saint-Malo – Dinan – Mont Saint-Michel – Saint-Malo

Day 11: Saint-Malo – Fougères – Maintenon

Day 12: Maintenon – Chartres – Paris

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