From Rennes to the Cornwall Coast
5 days / 4 nights
Day 1 |
RENNES
City of Art and History
With medieval streets lined with timber-framed houses, Royal squares and elegant 18th century dwellings, the historic capital of Brittany will take you on a journey back through 2,000 years of european history.
The parliament building “the pride of the city” is an outstanding example of 17th century French architecture.
Don't’ miss: Medieval streets, the visit of the parliament, Thabor park…
BROCELIANDE FOREST AND ITS LEGENDS
Take a walk through the enchanting Broceliande forest and explore the Valley of No Return (with all the 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 historic road travelled by the Dukes of Brittany. Don’t miss a visit to the castle which offers a surprising contrast between its medieval exterior 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. Many craft shops to be found here.
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 form 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 center of a road network which serves many different towns different towns in the south Brittanyt. 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 once part of the French East Indies Company. 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 companies 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.
Visit 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 largest fishing harbor in France) has a bustling port, fish market and a splendid coastal road overlooking its many sandy beaches.
Don’t forget the pedestrian only town center where visitors can explore this beautiful town and its many shops
QUIMPER
« City of Art and History »
As the historic capital of the La Cornouaille region of Brittany, 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 medieval dwellings and the charming old districts of Locmaria.
Visit the HB Henriot pottery house which recounts the golden age of crafts, so typical to Quimper, or discover all the treasures of Quimper on the Celtic train.
Board one of the Odet boats at Locmaria harbor, Quimper, for a lunchtime cruise on the prestigious river Odet.
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 center, 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 Breton is spoken and many women proudly wear traditional dress and the famous lace coif od days past.
Visit the Musée bigouden and discover the arts, crafts and popular tradition of this colorful 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. A beautiful site indeed.
LOCRONAN
« Small Town of Character»
This pretty village is characterised by its unique architectural style. Time has stood still in the main square, in the shadow of the Renaissance dwellings, and St. Ronan Church.
Optional: Visit the town of Douarnenez and it's boat museum.
Accommodation or at the hotel Abbatiale*** in Bénodet or at the hotel Gradlon*** in Quimper or the Escale Oceania** in Quimper.
Day 5 |
Departure for Paris via Rennes
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 01/01/08 - 06/14/08 and from 09/15/08 to 10/30/08: 226 €
From 15/06 to 14/09/08: 267€