france allemagne suède Nederland - english language etats unis espagnol italie grande bretagne russe danemark autriche
Brittany and Mont St. Michel Day Tour
. .
Invigorating Brittany
. .
  From the Gulf of Morbihan to the Cornouaille
Regional Tour
. .
From the Emerald Coast to the Gulf of Morbihan
 

From the Gulf of Morbihan to the Cornouaille Coast...5 days / 4 nights


Day 1

 RENNES «City of Art and History  »
With its mediaeval streets lined with timber-framed houses, its Royal squares and elegant 18th century dwellings, the historic capital of Brittany will take you on a journey back through 2 000 years of history.
The parliament building “the pride of the city” is an outstanding example of 17th century French architecture. 
Dont’ miss: Medieval streets, the visit of the parliament, Thabor park…

BROCELIANDE FOREST AND ITS LEGENDS
Take a walk round Broceliande forest and explore the Valley of No Return (with all tha spells cast by Morgane), the Golden Tree and Merlin’s tomb.

JOSSELIN “ Small Town of Character ”
Josselin is seated at the edge of the Oust canal, on the road taken by the Dukes of Brittany. Don’t miss to visit the castle which offers a surprising contrast between its exterior, a reminder of the former mediaeval fortress and its interior with its Renaissance Style sculpted granite.

ROCHEFORT-EN-TERRE “ Small Town of Character ”
Set high on a promontory overlooking Gueuzon Valley, Rochefort-en-Terre owes its fine buildings to an eventful, historic past. Before visiting the castle, explore the town with its residences dating from the 16th to 18th century and many craft shops.

Accommodation at the hotel Abbatiale Le Bono *** or at the Escale Oceania in Vannes ** or at the Hotel Europa in Quiberon*** (according to availability).

Day 2

GULF OF MORBIHAN
Whether you explore it by boat or admire it from the shore, the Gulf will certainly charm you. It is magical place where sea, land and sky merge together to from unusual and ever-changing landscapes.

VANNES
The keystone of the Gulf of Morbihan area, is a very old town. Its walls encircle one of the most beautiful examples of perfectly preserved and richly decorated architecture in Brittany.

CARNAC AND ITS MEGALITHS
Enjoy its sandy beaches sheltered from the wind, the traditional rural architecture of its small village and its famous megalithic site


AURAY AND SAINT GOUSTAN HARBOUR

Standing only a short distance from the Gulf of Morbihan, Auray is a market town centre of a road network which serves many different towns different towns in the south of the department. Visit Saint Goustan, which nestles in the Loch Valley.

Accommodation at the hotel Abbatiale Le Bono *** or at the Escale Oceania in Vannes ** or at the Hotel Europa in Quiberon*** (according to availability).



Day 3

 PORT LOUIS
Find yourself in the East when you visit Port-Louis, a historic, walled town which was one part of the French East Indies Compagny. Explore the citadel, an impressive fortress with 17th century military architecture.
Don’t miss to visit the Musée de la Compagnie des Indes which tells the story of all the French East Indies trading post compagnies during the 17th and 18th centuries.

PONT AVEN
Pont-Aven is a town devoted to art which can be discovered through its museum, bridges and footbridges.
Don’t miss: Trémalo Chapel in a rural setting close to the town centre, the inspiration behind Gauguin’s famous painting, « The yellow Christ ».

 CONCARNEAU « City of Art and History »
This former Breton stronghold, today the 3rd fishing harbour and 1st tuna fishing harbour in France, has a bustling port, fish market and a splendid coast road overlooking its many sandy beaches.
Don’t forget the fully pedestrian town centre where visitors can explore this beautiful town and its many shops

QUIMPER « City of Art and History »
As the historic capital of « La Cornouaille », Quimper has retained much of its prestigious past and majestically lines the banks of the River Odet. The “Fine Arts Museum”, St Corentin’s the elegant episcopal palace, the timber -framed façades of the mediaeval dwellings and the charming old districts of Locmaria. Visit : The HB Henriot pottery which recounts the golden age of this industry, so typical to Quimper
Or : All the treasures of Quimper on the Celtic train
Or : Board one of the Odet boats at Locmaria harbour, Quimper, for a lunchtime cruise on the prestigious river of the same mane.


Accommodation or at the hotel Abbatiale*** in Bénodet or at the hotel Gradlon*** in Quimper or the Escale Oceania** in Quimper.

Day 4

BENODET
An international yachting centre, Bénodet is renowned for its picturesque setting, mild climate, Mediterranean-type vegetation and architectural gems hidden on the banks of the River Odet.

PONT L’ABBE
The streets and monuments in Pont l’Abbé, the capital of “Bigouden” country reflect the cultural identity of this unique area where the women still proudly wear traditional dress and the famous lace coif.
Visit: the Musée bigouden and discover the arts, crafts and popular tradition of this colourful area.

LA POINTE DU RAZ « Grand site de France »
The end of a mythical world, this long, narrow, rocky outcrop stands 70m tall above the water and stretches into the sea as a chain of coral reefs.

LOCRONAN « Small Town of Character»
This pretty village is characterised by its unique architectural style. Time has stood still around the well in the main square, in the shadow of the Rennaissance dwellings, at the foot of St. Ronan Church steps and at the edge of the wash house belonging to “Bonne Nouvelle” Chapel.
Option : Douarnenez : visit of the boat museum.

Accommodation or at the hotel Abbatiale*** in Bénodet or at the hotel Gradlon*** in Quimper or the Escale Oceania** in Quimper.


PUBLIC PRICE

The price includes :
A price per person based on two people sharing and the breakfast, for a stay of 5days/4nights in an “hotel de charme” *** and ** of very good comfort.

Price does not include :
Meals, drinks, extra, tourist tax and transport.

Rates:
From 01/10/07 to the 14/06/08 and from 15/09 to 30/10/08: 226 €
From 15/06 to 14/09/08: 267€


   

 
Contact Home
Tours Short breaks Spa Golf Breaks Thalassotherapy Horse riding Nature and butterflies Our Services