Tour Overview
This rewarding tour will give you a taste of the real Breton character from ancient sites such as Neolithic Carnac, typical towns including Dinan and Dinard, and majestic castles like Normandy’s Mont Saint-Michel. Based in the lively regional capital Rennes, your lovely central hotel is housed in the old printworks of the Ouest France newspaper. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Location: Rennes
Accommodation Name: Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
: Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. On arrival, transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. Welcome drink at the hotel.
Day 2Full day tour to Carnac and Vannes.
Location: Carnac
: Mysterious Carnac is one of Europe’s most important prehistoric sites, in use since 5700BC. Around 2,000 menhirs (megalithic stones) stand in parallel rows north of the delightful town. Pass through the gateway Porte St- Vincente of Vannes’ walled and well-preserved old town and you enter a stroller’s paradise of lively squares, winding streets overhung by timber fronted houses and charming gardens. Busy, modern Vannes has plenty of grand public buildings and fascinating museums.
Day 3Full day tour to Mont-Saint-Michel and Fougères.
Location: Mont-Saint-Michel
: The breath-taking Mont-Saint-Michel is definitely worth a quick sojourn into Normandy. The island commune has been the seat of a monastery since the 8th century though it was at its most influential in the 12th and 13th centuries as a pilgrimage site. The abbey, unchanged for centuries, crowns the island, the village at its foot full of shops and restaurants. En route, we will visit the fortress town of Fougères which is protected by ramparts. Its impressive château comprises 13 towers and walls over 3 metres thick.
Day 4Full day to relax and explore Rennes at your leisure.
Location: Rennes
: Rennes, the regional capital is a likeable, lively city. Though much of the historic centre was rebuilt in the 1720s following a devastating fire, there are still medieval gems to be found amongst the grand 18th century replacements. For an excellent overview of life in Brittany since prehistoric times visit the Museé de Bretagne whilst the Musée des Beaux Arts is notable for its paintings and drawings collection.
Day 5Full day tour to Dinan, Dinard and Saint- Malo.
Location: Dinan
: The medieval walled town of Dinan sits on a hilltop overlooking the River Rance. Some of its many historical buildings date back to the 13th century and the city walls are excellent for a stroll that will lead you to the Château de Dinan. Belle Époque villas and sandy beaches made Dinard France’s top resort until the 1930s and attracted many famous names including Picasso, Debussy and Winston Churchill. Saint-Malo is a walled port city that was once notorious for piracy. Today the only treasure is the elegant, old architecture, particularly the superb citadel at the city’s heart.
Day 6Full day tour to Paimpol.
Location: Côte de Granit Rose
: Today we spend today in Paimpol, a charming Breton fishing port with cobbled streets and a Quartier Latin. We visit the Abbey de Beauport which was founded in 1202, and boasts beautiful Gothic architecture in a picturesque coastal setting. Free time in Paimpol for individual exploration, then return towards Rennes with a little detour for a cider-tasting and crepes.
Day 7
Location: Rennes
: Transfer by coach back to Rennes station to catch the return TGV to Paris. At Paris, board the return Eurostar service to St Pancras.
What's Included
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Return Eurostar and TGV from St Pancras to Rennes via Paris including transfer in Paris
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Six nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the four-star Mercure Rennes Centre,based on shared occupancy on a twin/double room
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Welcome drink at the hotel
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Transfers and full coach touring itinerary as detailed above conducted by tour manager
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Tour manager throughout
What's Not Included
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Double for sole use supplement
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Holiday insurance
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Standard Premier / 1st class upgrade on Eurostar/TGV. On the Eurostar this constitutes upgraded seating and light meal with complimentary drink with upgraded seating only on the French railway leg.
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Meals other than those stated
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls.
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Porterage and gratuities.
Mode of Transport
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. On arrival, transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. Return TGV to Paris and Eurostar service to St Pancras.
Accommodation
Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement
The hotel sits on a quiet street in the very heart of Rennes, just a few minutes’ walk from both the train station and the city’s historic centre. Hotel rooms are spacious and bright, offering a private bathroom with bath and hairdryer, air-conditioning, television, WIFI and minibar. The hotel also has a breakfast room and a bar that serves light meals.
OUR VIEW ON THE HOTEL
Housed in the old printworks of the Ouest France newspaper, the hotel is well-located on a quiet street close to the pedestrianized streets of the historic centre, and a stone’s throw from a wealth of restaurants and shops.
Pre-tour accommodation is available at the Premier Inn, London Kings Cross St Pancras, about a 5 minutes walk from St Pancras International, at an approximate rate of £120 per room. Bookings can be made direct with the hotel on 0871 527 8672 or visit their .
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Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the Brittany Tour?
The tour includes travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Rennes by TGV. Upon arrival, there is a transfer by coach to the Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement. The return journey is also by TGV to Paris and Eurostar service to St Pancras.
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
Accommodation is provided at the four-star Mercure Rennes Centre Parlement, which is located in the heart of Rennes. The hotel offers spacious and bright rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, television, WIFI, and a minibar. There is also a breakfast room and a bar that serves light meals. ...more ...less
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Is there a tour manager present throughout the Brittany Tour?
Yes, a tour manager is present throughout the tour to conduct the full coach touring itinerary and assist with transfers.
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Are meals included in the Brittany Tour package?
The tour package includes a bed and breakfast basis at the hotel, and a welcome drink is provided at the hotel. Other meals are not included and are considered an exclusion.
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What are some of the key sites visited during the Brittany Tour?
The tour visits several key sites including the prehistoric site of Carnac, the walled town of Vannes, Mont-Saint-Michel, the fortress town of Fougères, the medieval town of Dinan, the resort town of Dinard, the port city of Saint-Malo, and the picturesque Côte du Granit Rose and Paimpol. ...more ...less
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Is there any free time during the tour to explore on your own?
Yes, on Day 4, there is a full day to relax and explore Rennes at your leisure.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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Travel Editions requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel editions charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 45% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Brittany by Rail Tour
7 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Rennes, Carnac, Mont-Saint-Michel, Dinan, Côte de Granit Rose
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 35
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
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