Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Nantes
Nantes- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hôtel de la Cité)
Optional Activities
- Stroll through the historic castle courtyard and walk the ramparts for a great city view
- Explore the medieval Bouffay district with its narrow cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses
- Visit the famous Éloge du pas de côté bronze statue at Place du Bouffay
- Dine at the traditional crêperie Au Vieux Quimper in a 15th-century building
- Enjoy a glass of local cider while soaking in the lively city atmosphere
Landmarks Château des ducs de Bretagne Bouffay District Place du Bouffay Jardin des plantes Le Lieu Unique - Day 2
Nantes - Carnac - Quiberon
Nantes - Carnac - Quiberon- Accommodation
- Hotel (ibis Styles Quiberon Centre)
Optional Activities
- See the 12-meter high Le Grand Éléphant, a mechanical wonder that wanders the quayside
- Explore the Galerie des Machines to witness incredible mechanical creatures in motion
- Discover the mysterious Carnac megalithic alignments, a site older than the Egyptian pyramids
- Wander the enchanting village of Plouharnel, known for its traditional stone houses and chapel
- Relax on the dunes of Plage de Sainte-Barbe after your cultural discoveries
Landmarks Galerie des Machines Le Grand Éléphant Carnac megalithic alignments Plouharnel Plage de Sainte-Barbe - Day 3
Quiberon
Quiberon- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyper centre, quartier du port)
Optional Activities
- Visit the serene Port Haliguen and see the statues of the water nymph and the fisherman
- Browse the Halles de Quiberon market for fresh local oysters, cheese, and vegetables
- Walk the coastal Sentier douanier for views of the fairy-tale Château Turpault
- Explore the Kerzérho megalithic alignments where you can walk freely among the stones
- See the Giants of Kerzérho, including the massive 'Table du sacrifice' slab
Landmarks Port Haliguen Halles de Quiberon Château Turpault Kerzérho megalithic alignments Table du sacrifice - Day 4
Quiberon - Audierne
Quiberon - Audierne- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyper centre, quartier du port)
Optional Activities
- Experience the maritime spirit of the Quai Jean Jaurès in historic Audierne
- Indulge in a traditional 'Bar de ligne' (line-caught sea bass) dinner at a local restaurant
- Relax on the fine white sands of Grande Plage de Trescadec
- Take a ferry ride to the remote and wind-swept Île de Sein
- Explore the estuary of the Goyen River and watch the local birdlife
Landmarks Quai Jean Jaurès Grande Plage de Trescadec Île de Sein Goyen River - Day 5
Audierne - Pointe du Raz
Audierne - Pointe du Raz- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hyper centre, quartier du port)
Optional Activities
- Marvel at the Pointe du Raz and its dramatic granite cliffs
- Spot the La Vieille lighthouse standing defiantly in the turbulent waters
- Walk the GR34 coastal trail to see the pristine nature and local flora
- Explore the neighboring Pointe du Van and its quiet chapel of St-They
- Relax at the Baie des Trépassés, a stunning beach surrounded by cliffs
Landmarks Pointe du Raz La Vieille lighthouse GR34 coastal trail Pointe du Van Chapel of St-They Baie des Trépassés - Day 6
Audierne - Pont-Croix - Douarnenez
Audierne - Pont-Croix - Douarnenez- Accommodation
- Hotel (Appart'hotel de la Mairie)
Optional Activities
- Lose yourself in the cobblestone streets of Pont-Croix, a 'Small City of Character'
- Visit the Collégiale Notre-Dame-de-Roscudon with its rich wooden carvings
- Hear the local legend of the sunken city of Ys in the Bay of Douarnenez
- Explore the Port-Musée in Douarnenez to climb aboard historic sailing ships
- Walk the scenic Sentier des Plomarc'h with views over the bay and ancient ruins
Landmarks Pont-Croix Collégiale Notre-Dame-de-Roscudon Bay of Douarnenez Port-Musée Sentier des Plomarc'h - Day 7
Morlaix - Parish Closes
Morlaix - Parish Closes- Accommodation
- Hotel (T2 centre ville de Perros Guirec)
Optional Activities
- Admire the monumental Calvary of Guimiliau with its over 200 intricate stone figures
- Search for the sinful Katel Kollet being carried to hell in the stone carvings
- Visit the St. Thégonnec Parish Close to see the elaborate triumphal gate
- Explore the historic ossuary crypt with its life-sized wood carvings
- Marvel at the sheer architectural scale of the Morlaix railway viaduct
Landmarks Parish Close of Guimiliau Calvary of Guimiliau Parish Close of St. Thégonnec Morlaix railway viaduct - Day 8
Morlaix - Pink Granite Coast - Perros-Guirec
Morlaix - Pink Granite Coast - Perros-Guirec- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hôtel de la Cité)
Optional Activities
- Discover the Cairn de Barnenez, the oldest megalithic tomb in Europe
- Photograph the 'Ship Graveyard' of old wooden vessels at Plougasnou
- Taste fresh local artichokes in the markets or at a local bistro
- Walk the iconic Sentier des Douaniers along the Pink Granite Coast
- Spot the famous pink rocks like the 'Napoleon Hat' and the Phare de Men Ruz lighthouse
Landmarks Cairn de Barnenez Plougasnou Pink Granite Coast Sentier des Douaniers Phare de Men Ruz - Day 9
Perros-Guirec - Dinan - Saint-Malo - Mont-Saint-Michel
Perros-Guirec - Dinan - Saint-Malo - Mont-Saint-Michel- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hôtel de la Cité)
Optional Activities
- Wander the steep Rue du Jerzual in the medieval town of Dinan
- Walk the massive stone ramparts of the pirate port city of Saint-Malo
- Feast on a platter of fresh oysters at the Cancale Oyster Market
- Experience the nocturnal light show at the Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel
- Browse for local delights like the famous Bordier butter in Saint-Malo
Landmarks Dinan Rue du Jerzual Saint-Malo ramparts Cancale Oyster Market Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel - Day 10
Saint-Malo - Rennes - Nantes
Saint-Malo - Rennes - NantesOptional Activities
- Stroll through the historic heart of Rennes with its colorful half-timbered houses
- Explore the stunning Parc du Thabor, a blend of French and English gardens
- Eat a traditional Galette Saucisse at the bustling Place des Lices market
- Visit the grand Cathedral of Saint-Pierre to see its golden interior
- Pick up final souvenirs like LU cookies or Guérande sea salt in Nantes
Landmarks Rennes historic centre Parc du Thabor Place des Lices Cathedral of Saint-Pierre
