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Rouen & Monet’s Garden for Solo Travellers
This Single Traveller short break to France takes you to Versailles, home to the famous château and gardens originally created for the 'Sun King', Louis XIV. Enjoy time at leisure as you explore the beautiful gardens or stroll along the Grand Canal. We'll also visit the world-renowned house and gardens of Claude Monet, where the iconic artist lived from 1883 until his death. An inspiration for many of his works, the gardens are certainly a sight to remember! We'll then spend time in the historic town of Rouen, which sits charmingly on the River Seine. Enjoy the medieval architecture, Gothic churches and cobble-stoned centre, and relish in its enchanting atmosphere.
Tour Includes
- No single supplement and sole use of your own room
- 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
- Door to Door service or local departure by coach
4 days from £589pp
No Single Room Supplement
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Itinerary
Please choose your preferred 4 day itinerary
Door-to-Door departure, then by coach to Rouen where we stay for three nights.
If you choose to visit the palace, then there are various types of admission tickets available depending on what areas you would like to see. (Château entrance is at extra cost and subject to local queueing times. Ticket prices vary depending on the type of ticket you purchase - approximate cost is between €18 and €27 paid on the spot. We do not recommend advance ticket purchase, as itineraries can be subject to last-minute change for operational reasons. (We are not able to provide assistance with independent ticket arrangements.)
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This morning we travel to the pretty village of Giverny to visit the home of Claude Monet. The artist lived here from 1883 until his death in 1926, and today his house, and in particular, the gardens – made famous by his painting of the water lilies – have been restored to Monet’s original designs. The gardens, stretching from his house down to the river, provided the inspiration for many of his works, such as the series of ‘Nympheas’ or Water Lilies, and his ‘Pont Japonais’ or Japanese Bridge, which has also been rebuilt for visitors to enjoy.
We then continue to the historic town of Rouen. Picturesquely set on the banks of the River Seine, you will have time at leisure to stroll through this delightful Normandy town. Explore the half-timbered houses of the beautiful medieval quarter and see the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral.
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Included Highlights
Return home.
Includes Breakfast
Important Note: Due to the restrictions imposed by the Château of Versailles in relation to group bookings, entrance is not included into the Château. Customers can book individual entrance via the Versailles website, however, we reserve the right to amend the itinerary due to compensate for any unforeseen operational issues. We cannot be held responsible for the loss of independent bookings as a result.
Accommodation
You will stay for three nights at the 3-star BB Rouen Centre Rive Droite or similar.
Silver Service Coach
More than simply your method of transport, Silver Service offers a coach with added comfort and facilities, such as deluxe reclining seats with leather headrests, an onboard entertainment system, and a spacious rear lounge so you can socialise with your fellow passengers.
Silver Service Features
- Specially designed reclining seats, with leather headrests, footrests and extra legroom.
- A spacious rear lounge where you can relax, socialise and get to know your fellow passengers.
- Our onboard entertainment and satellite navigation system makes your journey fly by.
- Free personal headphones mean you can tune into the music channel, listen to the radio or watch DVDs being played by your crew.
- Personal tables so you can enjoy your refreshments in comfort as you take in the passing scenery.
Reviews
3.3 Out of 5 ( 9 Reviews )
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Quality
3.7 / 5
Value for Money
3.3 / 5
Graham, 1 year ago
I took this holiday with my Mum and we were disappointed because despite knowing that my Mum required a walking aid no one mentioned that this break was probably unsuitable for the following reasons. Firstly the cobbles at the entrance to Versailles were a nightmare for someone with a rollator. Secondly Monet’s garden was also a disappointment as we were unable to view the house due to the steps in and staircases within the property. Then finally we ended up having take aways and using Uber eats for our main meals as the hotels was too far from Rouen city centre to use the restaurants available and the hotel was unable to provide us dinner.
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Sb, 1 year ago
Taxi arrived late so missed my connection. Had to be driven to Dover. Hotel was ok but no evening meals. That was not good having to find a restaurant in a place you have never been to before. In the shower there was no grab rails which was scary. The trip was full on but very tiring and exhausting. Versailles was wonderful as was Monets Garden. The drivers were exceptional, nothing was too much trouble.
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Zoe Floy, 1 year ago
Monet’s garden was so lovely some where I had wanted to visit for a long time and it did not disappoint. L
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Frances Crane, 1 year ago
The journey there was long and the one thing that made it more difficult was changing coaches at Dover. The drivers were very good. The hotel was adequate. Rouen was a good place to stay. The trips were excellent and I thoroughly enjoyed Versailles and Monets House and gardens. It was worth the discomfort of the long journey for the wonderful 2 days in France.
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Thelma Burgess, 1 year ago
Good itinerary rather tiring for older clients but worth the effort as everything was comfortable and coordinated
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