D-Day Beaches of Normandy Cycling
6 Days Starting in Bayeux and ending in Honfleur
Visiting: Bayeux, Caen, Cabourg, Honfleur, ሀመር።
Tour operator:
Tour code:
C05NM
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Physical rating:
Leisurely / Moderate
Age range:
12 to 99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishActivities:
Tour Overview
Along the Normandy coast, your route will lead you to memorial sites of the allied landings (Gold Beach, Arromanches etc...), continue all the way to the beautiful fine sandy beaches of the Cote Fleurie (Cabourg, Deauville and Trouville) and end in the stunning medieval port of Honfleur.Explore both side of the picturesque Normandy : Bike through quiet routes shaded by apple orchards, surrounded by stud farms, horses and grazing cows. Enjoy the coastal stunning views with large sandy beaches and historical testimonies.Jump into the Impressionist culture in Honfleur and discover why this place has inspired almost all painters. Explore the places that have inspired many of the paintings on display today at Paris' Musee d'Orsay.Tickle your taste buds with amazing seafoods, authentic traditional cuisine, cider and Calvados (Apple Brandy).
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Bayeux
Location: Bayeux
Meals Included: No Meals
In the heart of the medieval city of Bayeux, explore the Cathedral, a gem of
Norman architecture, remarkably well preserved. Admire the Bayeux Tapestry:
listed 'World Heritage' by UNESCO, the 70 metres long Tapestry recounts the
Conquest of England by William, Duke of Normandy. Spend a moment at the
former allies headquarters through the commonwealth war memorial.
Day 2 : At Bayeux
Location: Bayeux
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cycle to Omaha beach and the American war cemetery at Colleville sur mer.
'Omaha the Bloody' bears the memory of the heavy tribute paid by the US Army
on 6 June 1944. At the American Cemetery, the emotion is palpable, here are
9,387 immaculate white crosses that stand out against the green turf and the
blue of the sky and the sea which give a feeling of serenity and peace.
Continue to the fishing village of Port en Bessin. A longer version will lead
you to Pointe du Hoc where you can see the 100 feet high cliffs and german
bunkers overlooking the British channel.
Day 3 : Bayeux To Caen
Location: Bayeux, Caen
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
First stop today is the German Battery above Gold Beach. It's a gentle onward
cycle to Arromanches. This seaside resort is inextricably linked with the
liberation of western Europe after D-Day, along with the staggeringly large
concrete blocks remaining from the Mulberry Harbour towed over from Britain
in June 1944. War museums bring the massive Allied operations here back to
life.
Continue to Juno Beach where British and Canadian soldiers landed before
ending to Caen. Wander through the medieval streets of Caen, visit William
the Conqueror's chateau or Caen memorial museum dedicated to the D-Day
landings.
Day 4 : Caen To Cabourg
Location: Caen, Cabourg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cross the famous Pegasus Bridge named in memory of the British 5th Parachute
Brigade, whose emblem was Pegasus. Continue to the Merville Battery. Then,
discover the 'Cote Fleurie' by longing the sea edge until Cabourg.
The longer option takes you through the scent of cider apples and the first
wafts from distilleries float along the quiet routes, shaded by the orchards
of the Pays d'Auge. Continue through half timbered houses villages and
hamlets sparkled with horses, grazing cows and stud farms. In the evening,
enjoy a walk on the seaside promenade in Cabourg.
Day 5 : Cabourg To Honfleur
Location: Cabourg, Honfleur
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning, enjoy a peaceful moment and an unique atmosphere on the beach
of Cabourg, where the only sounds you will hear are the waves lapping the
sand and horses cantering along the beach.
Pedal past half-timbered houses to the elegant seaside resort of Deauville.
Continue along the coast to the colourful harbour of Honfleur. With its
picturesque old harbour on the Seine estuary, Honfleur is one of the most
charming towns in Europe. Stroll in the narrow streets and along the
picturesque harbour which has inspired so many Impressionist artists. Wander
around the famous Vieux Basin and up and down the alleys of the picturesque
Sainte-Catherine district with the impressive France's largest timber-built
church with a separate bell tower.
Day 6 : Leave Honfleur
Location: ሀመር።
Meals Included: breakfast
Depart Honfleur after breakfast.
What's Included
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Luggage transfers between hotels
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5 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of 3 and 4 star hotels
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All continental breakfast and 1 dinner
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
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High quality bikes
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Route directions and maps
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Meals
5 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 1 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Visas & vaccinations
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Travel insurance
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Optional electric bikes
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Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
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Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
Accommodation
HOTEL LION D'OR, BAYEUXYou will discover the authentic eighteenth century coach house. In a warm and cosy atmosphere for your comfort and pleasure the staff is at your disposal to make your stay at the hotel or stop-over a most enjoyable time. A full and hearty breakfast, an original and warm lounge bar where you can just relax, a gourmet restaurant with a refined cuisine... make up the services and the hotel-quality service provided. Everything is designed to offer our guests an unforgettable stay in Normandy.Extra nights: Please contact us for details. HOTEL LE DAUPHIN, CAENThis 4-star hotel is set in a former priory, located in the centre of Caen. It features a spa with a Finnish sauna, a hammam and there is a gourmet restaurant. Free WiFi access, a minibar and a flat-screen TV are provided in the guest rooms and suites at the Hotel Restaurant Le Dauphin et Le Spa du Prieuré. Specialities from the Normandy region, accompanied by fine wines, are served in the hotel restaurant. Additional facilities at this hotel include massages and beauty treatments. Bathrobes, slippers and a bottle of water are provided in the spa, which is available at a surcharge and upon reservation. HOTEL MERCURE, CABOURGLocated behind Cabourg Racecourse, Mercure Cabourg Hôtel & Spa is 1 km from the centre of Cabourg and a 20-minute walk from the beach and casino. It offers a fitness room, a swimming pool and a sauna. Free Wi-Fi is provided. All the air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a telephone and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. HOTEL L'ECRIN, HONFLEURBehind the hotel’s elegant facade, you’ll find spaces that mix charm, history, authenticity and modern comfort. In this enchanting setting, enjoy a blissful day before getting the perfect night's sleep. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast on the veranda or in the garden, rest by the outdoor heated pool, relax in the wellness area (featuring a sauna, steam room and jacuzzi), get lost in a book or magazine in the lounge, try out some snooker or enjoy a pre-dinner drink at the bar.The charm of an 18th century Norman mansion at the heart of a park : During your stay, you'll notice lots of furniture and antiques evoking Honfleur, renowned as being the town of painters and Impressionists.Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
Food
All breakfasts and 1 evening meal are included. From luxurious seafood to famous cheeses, Normandy has so much to offer. Normandy is renowned for its andouillette d'Alencon, marmite dieppoise, mirlitons de Rouen, escalope à la normande, estouffade, rabbit in cider, duckling à la Rouennaise, chicken or omelette vallée d'Auge, mussels à la crème, and tripe à la mode from Caen. Its desserts (the tarte normande, brioche, shortbreads, Isigny caramels, and rice pudding) are also delicious.
Check out our Q&As
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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 vaccinations required for this tour?
There are no specific health risks.
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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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