1 day

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About this activity

Normandy… everyone know this region for its rich history, from the Vikings invasions to D-Day , during WW2. Located about 2h30 north from Paris, this unique part of France can be depicted with green fields overlooking the sea where cows are peacefully eating fresh grass under the shade of apple trees. The region also boasts picturesque and flowery villages which, together with the magical landscapes, which makes it the cradle of the impressionist art movement, born in the 19th century with Renoir, Monet, Boudin…

The region is renowned worldwide for its local delicacies, the most famous ones being made from local apples (cider & hard cider, called Calvados) and cheese! (Camembert, Livarot, Pont l’Êveque)

Wine Passport’s tour will allow you to escape from Paris for the day and to enjoy the fresh air of one of France’s most beautiful parts!

Our wine & spirits expert guide will pick you up in the morning and your hotel and will drive you safely to Normandy, while you enjoy freshly baked croissants. During the whole tour, he will provide you with fun anecdotes and information about the region’s delicacies.

The first visit of the day will be a cheese factory. Discover all the processes needed to create Camembert, Livarot, Pont l’Êveque and taste the different cheeses!

You will then visit one of the region’s best cider & hard cider producers. After discovering the distillery, located in a building with an architecture typical of the region, you will have the chance to enjoy its beverages paired with local delicacies during lunch.

The afternoon will be dedicated to the discovery of the Côte Fleurie (flowery coast), the region’s most beautiful landscapes. You will first have a walk on the mythical beach of the city of Deauville, also called “the Parisian riviera”, famous for its casino and all the celebrities who come during the international movie festival.

Your next and last stop will be in the city of Honfleur, where you will wander through its romantic streets and enjoy delicious Normand “crêpes” on its charming old harbor that you will recognize from famous impressionist paintings.

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Included

Pick up at your hotel (if located in Paris), drop off in central Paris (Hôtel de Ville)
Wine & spirits expert guide
Transport by comfortable, air-conditioned minivan (8 passengers max)
Visit of a cheese factory and local cheese tasting
Gourmet lunch in a cider producing farm with local food, cider & calvados
Visit of the cider distillery
Discovery of the village of Honfleur
Normand “crêpes” tasting at Honfleur’s port
Walk along Deauville’s seafront
Breakfast
Lunch
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages

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Gratuities

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Your guide will contact you one day before the tour to give an exact pick up time (typically between 7am - 7:30am)
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Schedule and wineries visited are subject to minor changes depending on the season and on supplier availability
Caves and cellars are usually cold and damp (45°F / 10°C); do not forget to bring warm clothes with you
Private tours (including for bigger groups) are possible upon request; please specify at the time of the booking
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers