Coastal Walking in Brittany
Coastal Walking in Brittany
Coastal Walking in Brittany
7 Days Starting in Pontorson and ending in St Malo
Visiting: Saint-Malo, Pointe du Meinga, Pointe du Grouin, Cancale, Mont-Dol, Roz-sur-Couesnon, Mont Saint-Michel
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W06BR
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Physical rating:
Leisurely
Age range:
12 to 99
Trip Styles:
Tour Overview
A walk on the Brittany coastline from the World Wonder Mont St Michel to St Malo. 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 it.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In St Malo
Location: Saint-Malo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL MONTGOMERY
Meals Included: Breakfast
Explore this historic port town made rich by its infamous naval privateers. St Malo has always been the scene of great adventures throughout its long history and has managed to preserve its authentic atmosphere, characterised by ramparts, cobbled streets and old stone buildings.
Day 2 : St Malo - Pointe Du Meinga
Location: Saint-Malo, Pointe du Meinga
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: RELAIS DU ROY
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to leave the city. Walk along the coast, on the GR34, with wonderful panoramic views via Rotheneuf and Pointe du Meinga. Transfer to your hotel in 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 3 : Pointe Du Meinga - Cancale
Location: Pointe du Meinga, Pointe du Grouin, Cancale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL DE BRETAGNE
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer in the morning. Then follow the old customs path to the headland at Pointe du Grouin, for spectacular seascapes. 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.
Continue along the coastline to Cancale and its quaint fishing harbour. Take a breath of fresh air, enjoy panoramic views over the bay and the harbour, observe fishermen as they unload their catch of the day. Stop around the port for dinner in one of the seafood restaurant where you can sample the ‘king of shellfish’.
Day 4 : Cancale - Mont Dol
Location: Cancale, Mont-Dol
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL LE QUERRIEN
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, along your walk, out of the flat landscape emerges an extraordinary outcrop, which is Mont Dol. Legend says that this is the place where Saint Michael supposedly fought off Satan. Climb the outcrop it for elating views.
Reach Chateau de Mont Dol, nestled within ancient walls from the 19th century, this charming property is a peaceful haven. The Jardin des Simples dining experience offers delights to everyone’s taste buds. The owner of that place expresses his talent and passion as a chef, having worked alongside Michelin-starred professionals. Enjoy the candle-lit dining, savour seasonal dishes that harmonise fresh local fish with the organic vegetables from the very gardens you walked through that day.
Day 5 : Mont Dol - Roz Sur Couesnon
Location: Mont-Dol, Roz-sur-Couesnon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL LE QUERRIEN
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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.
Transfer to your hotel in Mont Dol for a second night.
Day 6 : Roz Sur Couesnon - Mont St Michel
Location: Roz-sur-Couesnon, Mont Saint-Michel
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: HOTEL BEAUFORT
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Roz sur Couesnon. 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 to Mont St 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 7 : Leave Mont St Michel
Location: Mont Saint-Michel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leave Mont St Michel after breakfast.
What's Included
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6 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in 3 star hotels
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All breakfast and 1 evening meal
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Luggage transfers between hotelsÂ
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Walking transfers
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Route directions and mapsÂ
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
What's Not Included
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Visas and vaccinationsÂ
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Travel insurance
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Single accommodation (available on request, compulsory supplement)
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Transfers for Land only (available on request at additional cost)
Accommodation
Your accommodation reflects the best of Brittany hospitality, ranging from small and friendly traditional hotels to historical properties with Breton style.
All prices are based on 2 persons sharing, so if there is an odd number of people travelling in your party or you are travelling alone, there will be a compulsory supplement for a single room for the tour duration.
For a solo traveller there is an additional charge to cover transfer costs.
Additional Accommodation
We can arrange single rooms throughout the trip (subject to availability). Please check with your sales consultant for availability and prices.
Room Upgrades
Room upgrades are possible, please ask us for details
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.
Check out our Q&As
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What is the maximum group size?
3 star hotels
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
12+ age people can go on this tour.
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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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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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