May 1-10, 2011 - SOLD OUT
June 12-21, 2011 - SOLD OUT
starting from Honfleur
$2,695 + air
Alumni Holidays

Discover the charm of France’s Normandy region, a land of beautiful art, delicious cuisine and the famous Calvados brandy, picturesque villages, and idyllic countryside. Your exploration begins in the delightful town of Honfleur, long a source of inspiration for artists, writers and musicians. Visit Monet’s House at Giverny, and admire the peaceful gardens that featured so prominently in his paintings. Tour the delightful town of Rouen, and travel to Bayeux to see its renowned masterpiece, the Bayeux Tapestry. Visit Caen and its Memorial to Peace, which honors all those who fought in the D-Day battle, then journey to Omaha Beach to learn about D-Day and its impact on World War II. Your adventure concludes in Paris, with its world-renowned monuments, fashionable avenues and chic shops—a pleasing end to this unique program.

ITINERARY    BROCHURE

New! TOUR WEBINAR

ACTIVITY LEVEL Moderate - walking necessary, uneven terrain possible

This tour will not be accompanied by an alumni host.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Experience the charm and culture of Normandy
- Savor regional specialties during visits to a Calvados distillery and a cheese maker
- Visit Bayeux and admire the Bayeux Tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman conquest of England in 1066
- Travel to Giverny and visit Rouen, Monet's home
- See Lisieux and its magnificent basilica
- See the D-Day landing beaches, including Omah Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery and The Caen Memorial
- Enjoy two nights in Paris

INCLUDED FEATURES
- Six nights in Honfleur at the first-class Mercure Honfleur Hotel, two nights in Paris at the first-class Hotel Jules
- Informative educational programs presented by local experts
- All excursions as outlined in the itinerary
- Welcome reception and dinner and farewell reception and dinner
- Eight breakfasts, five lunches, and four dinners; tea or coffe with all meals plus wine with dinner
- Sample regional fare during select meals
- Take advantage of leisure time for independent exploration

WEB RESOURCES
Paris
Caen
Normandy
Giverny
Bayeux - D-Day Landing Beaches 

All prices are per-person, based on double occupancy. Unless otherwise stated, prices do not include air. Dates, itineraries, and prices are subject to change.

To inquire about this tour, please contact The Ohio State Alumni Tour Office at 614-292-2372 or 800-852-TOUR (8687).