Coastal Walking in Brittany and Jersey
Coastal Walking in Brittany and Jersey
Coastal Walking in Brittany and Jersey
8 Days Starting in Pontorson and ending in Jersey
Visiting: Pontorson, Mont Saint-Michel, Dol-de-Bretagne, Cancale, Pointe du Grouin, Jersey
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W07BR
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 6
Physical rating:
Low, Leisurely
Age range:
12 to 99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
A walk on the Brittany coastline from the World Wonder Mont St Michel to St Malo with an extension to Jersey island. Walk the famous custom's path and enjoy bird watching and exceptional views.On one side, rocky points, wild coastline, dunes, beaches and coves. On the other side, marshes, a variety of fauna and flora, a rich historical heritage... and always the sea or the ocean in the background. Every bend on the GR34 plunges you into a new postcard. As you walk, the spirit of Brittany invades you, and you feel invigorated by the ocean breeze.Created in 1791, the path was travelled by controls of customs officers - hence its name - in charge of preventing smuggling. To keep an eye on trafficking and on the pillaging of shipwrecks, they strode up and down the coastline, night and day, in all weather: think of this when your legs are tired! After falling into disuse in the early 20th century, the path experienced a revival in 1968, when a few passionate walkers decided to make it into a walking route. Today it goes all around the Brittany coastline, from Mont-Saint-Michel to the bridge of Saint-Nazaire. This path leaves a permanent mark on anyone who walks This tour extends to Jersey for the exploration of the largest of the Channel islands. From coastlines carpeted with gorse and wildflowers, to peaceful wooded valleys, quiet tree-lined lanes and rugged beach trails, Jersey has a rich and varied landscape.In a large splash of green and blue, get ready to be amazed!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Pontorson
Location: Pontorson
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL MONTGOMERY, PONTORSON
Meals Included: No Meals
Arrive in Pontorson, on the doorstep of Mont St Michel.
Day 2 : Pontorson To Mont St Michel
Location: Pontorson, Mont Saint-Michel
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: RELAIS DU ROY, MONT ST MICHEL
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Follow the Camino de Santiago route in the footsteps of the ancient pilgrims
before arriving in the UNESCO-listed Mont-Saint-Michel. For 13 centuries,
this rocky island, nestling in the heart of a huge, beautiful bay has been
home to a magnificent abbey. Perched at the top of the islet, as if
levitating, the building is like a mirage, always a mesmerising sight. From
the top of the medieval ramparts, enjoy the wonderful view over the bay where
the light reveals a different landscape every second.
Day 3 : Mont St Michel To Dol De Bretagne
Location: Mont Saint-Michel, Dol-de-Bretagne
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL DE BRETAGNE, DOL DE BRETAGNE
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Walk along the bay, through the marshlands, salt meadows with grazing sheep
and green undulating landscape. Meet the natural treasures of this bay with
exceptional bird watching with waders and other various species. Continue
through pretty villages towards Dol with its medieval houses and 13th Century
Cathedral.
Day 4 : Dol De Bretagne To Cancale
Location: Dol-de-Bretagne, Cancale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL LE QUERRIEN, CANCALE
Meals Included: Breakfast
Out of the flat landscape emerges an extraordinary outcrop, Mont Dol, where
Saint Michael supposedly fought off Satan. Climb it for elating views. Follow
the scenic old customs path along the coastline with breath-taking views
towards Cancale .At Cancale the world is your oyster. Mention Cancale to a
Frenchman or a foodie and the instant response will be 'oysters'; the
magnificent molluscs have been cultivated in this attractive fishing village
for hundreds of years.
Day 5 : Cancale To Jersey
Location: Cancale, Jersey Airport
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: DOLPHIN HOTEL, JERSEY
Meals Included: Breakfast
Walk to the headland at Pointe du Grouin, for spectacular views. Marking the
westernmost tip of the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel, this brilliantly located
headland not only allows you to benefit from sublime views eastwards, but
also splendid ones to the west. The island just offshore is off-limits though
as it's the preserve of birds.In the afternoon, transfer to St Malo for the
ferry journey to Jersey. From the ferry, it is a short bus ride to the
picturesque harbour of Gorey, with its coastal views and historic castle,
Mont Orgueil.
Day 6 : At Jersey
Location: Pointe du Grouin
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: DOLPHIN HOTEL, JERSEY
Meals Included: Breakfast
Walk to Port of Rozel which offers breath-taking panoramic views over the
harbour, the bay and the sea. This is the perfect place to stop for lunch :
enjoy local food and drink at a seaside pub. Then walk along rugged cliff
paths carpeted with gorse and wildflowers, overlooking perfect hidden bays
and inlets.
Day 7 : At Jersey
Location: Jersey
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: DOLPHIN HOTEL, JERSEY
Meals Included: Breakfast
Inland walk on Jersey's large fresh water reservoir. A lovely trail though
rural areas will take you to Grouville Parish church. Wander through wooded
valleys and country lanes to birdsong.
Day 8 : Leave Jersey
Location: Jersey
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Jersey after breakfast.
What's Included
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
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Walking transfers
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Ferry ticket to Jersey
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Route directions and mapsÂ
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Luggage transfers between hotelsÂ
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7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in 3 star hotels
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All breakfast and 1 evening meal
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Meals
7 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 2 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Transfers for Land only (available on request at additional cost)
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Single accommodation (available on request, compulsory supplement)
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Visas and vaccinationsÂ
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Travel insurance
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Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
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Visas and vaccinations
Food
All breakfasts and 1 evening meal are included.Brittany’s fish and seafood is without doubt one of the region’s biggest draws. Platters stacked high with lobster, crab, oyster, shrimp and prawns grace the tables of the atmospheric restaurants. Huge bowls of fresh mussels, scallops and stuffed clams take their place alongside delicious sea bass and bream. The flat local ‘Belons’ oysters are delicious, fleshier than normal ones; they are renowned for their fine hazelnut flavour. Seafood will generally be served with the excellent Breton butter, which contains Guérande salt crystals, and plain bread. Many people also think of crêpes when they think of Brittany and indeed almost every little village or town has its own crêperie.
Accommodation
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Only Luggage transfers between hotels
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
No visa required for British passport holders.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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