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Saint Malo

Experience the beauty, history and elegance of north-western France during this delightful, half-day sightseeing excursion. The contrasting attractions of Dinan and Dinard are a world apart in appearance that exists within only a 20-minute drive from one another. One, a walled hill town still bristling with fortresses from the 13th century with more than its fair share of wobbly half-timbered houses on ancient streets, and the other a former fishing village that became an elegant and affluent resort in the 19th century, complete with casino.

Dinan

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the beautifully-preserved walled town of Dinan. Upon arrival at the coach parking area, begin your guided walking tour of the ramparts, towers and timbered houses in this medieval setting. Of special note are the buildings around the Place des Merciers and Old Clock Tower. A short visit is made to the 12th-century Basilica Saint Sauveur, which contains a headstone with the heart of Bertrand de Guesclin, a locally-revered 14th-century knight, who fought battles to expel the English from France. Afterward, some free time is made available to explore your surroundings before returning to the coach parking area.

Dinard

Next, re-board your coach for a delightful drive along the Rance River en route to Dinard and the Breton Riviera. Located on the Rance Estuary, the elegant town of Dinard displays the charm of the Belle Epoque with its unique 'Marine' architectural style. A panoramic drive offers splendid views of impressive clifftop villas. From here, proceed to Casino Beach for a photo stop where along the way you will view an amazing variety of Mediterranean vegetation.

Re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Discover the unique methods utilised in the farming and processing of oysters during this half-day tour and tasting at a Cancale oyster farm. The town has built a reputation due to the oyster beds that are along the coast and around the harbour at Cancale and is best known as being the oyster capital of Brittany. Cancale oysters have been famous for at least 2000 years since the days when they were eaten by the soldiers of Julius Caesar and later when they were delivered daily to Louis XIV.

Scenic Drive to Cancale

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximate 45-minute drive to Cancale via the coastal road. This picturesque fishing village is renowned for its oyster beds, or 'banc d'huîtres', where gardeners farm thousands of oysters.

Oyster Farm Tour and Tasting

During your guided visit to the Marine Farm, or 'Ferme Marine', discover everything about oysters, including how they are farmed, washed, conditioned and processed for consumption. Afterward, stop by the onsite shell museum before proceeding for a wine-and-oyster-tasting.

At the conclusion of your tour and tasting, re-board your coach and commence the approximate 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Experience the wild and windswept area around the Cap Fréhel Peninsula set 230 feet (70 metres) high above pink sandstone cliffs. Walk a beautiful path of spectacular heathland offering some of the most breath-taking scenery along the amazing Brittany coastline. Follow the path through an extraordinary natural landscape up to the lighthouses north at Cape Fréhel, where on a clear day the view from the top reaches all the way to the Norman peninsula Le Manche.

Cape Fréhel

Depart the pier for Cape Fréhel located in Côtes-d'Armor, northern Brittany, approximately one hour drive away. On arrival take a guided walking tour along the head of the Cap to explore the two lighthouses. The taller one measuring 98ft (30m) high has a calorie-burning 145 steps and was built in 1950; its beam can reach up to 68 miles (110km). The smaller one, no longer in use, was constructed in 1685 by the renowned architect-engineer Simon Garangeau who worked for Vauban, the legendary military engineer of Louis XIV, who fortified many strategic points around the French coast.

Enjoy some free time to admire the wide variety of heather and gorse species and the landscape of colours on the most beautiful Cap in Brittany or look for nesting seabirds in the neighbouring small island.

Your tour concludes back at the pier after the drive back to St.Malo.

Embrace the beauty of one of the most renowned monuments in France during this full-day excursion to Mont St. Michel. The 'Wonder of the West', a Gothic-style Benedictine abbey dedicated to the archangel St. Michael, and the village that grew up in the shadow of its great walls is perched on a rocky islet in the midst of vast sandbanks exposed to powerful tides between Normandy and Brittany. Built between the 11th and 16th centuries, the abbey is a technical and artistic tour de force, having had to adapt to the problems posed by this unique natural site.

Drive to Mont St. Michel

Depart the pier for a direct drive, approximate one-hour drive to Mont St. Michel, a monument often regarded as the 'Marvel of the Western World'. On the approach, marvel at the spectacular granite mount with its Abbey soaring high above the sea. Upon arrival at the coach parking area, precede on-foot to the shuttle bus, and then board the bus for the transfer to the village entrance.

Mont St. Michel and Abbey Tour

Around the base of the mount are the ancient ramparts and a jumble of houses lining the narrow streets. Your guide leads you up the cobbled street and 365 steps to access the famous Abbey. En route, admire the diverse architecture of Mont St. Michel, which was founded in the 10th century as the result of a dream vision; the Abbey was added three centuries later. At its very top gleams the gilded statue of Saint Michel. Upon entering the Abbey, walk up another 197 steps and begin your guided tour of its interior.

Lunch and Free Time

After descending back down to the village, some free time is made available for lunch and an opportunity to explore your surroundings at your leisure.

At the conclusion of your excursion to Mont St. Michel, re-join your guide and walk back to the shuttle, then begin the approximate 1-hour drive from the coach parking area back to the pier in St. Malo.

After an approximately 45 minute drive, enjoy a guided visit of Cancale, take a walk with your guide along “La Houle”, an historical seamen neighbourhood to understand the importance of its oysters and other shellfishes.

Roellinger’s estate “La Maison du Voyageur”

End your guided tour around the Roellinger’s estate “La Maison du Voyageur”, a Malouine house from the 17th century who has seen Olivier Roellinger grew up both personally and professionally. Have a glimpse of the Maison du Voyageur that now serves as a private spices laboratory before stepping into the “Epices Roellinger” first shop, opened twenty years ago. There, you will have some time to discover an important variety of spices and purchase some of the famous spices’ associations.

Oyster Farm “La Ferme Marine”

You will then be driving to the oyster farm “La Ferme Marine”. During your guided visit, discover everything about oysters, including how they are farmed, washed, conditioned and processed for consumption. Afterward, stop by the onsite shell museum before proceeding for a champagne-and-oyster-tasting. You will especially have the chance to try the Tsarskaya Oyster, a superior quality oyster exclusivily matured in Cancale from 3 to 6 months on the ocean front near the Mont Saint Michel and its bay, knowed for its high tides ideal for the cultivation of oysters. Its name comes from the times when Russian Tsars used to import these special oysters, from Cancale till Russia to be delivered to the Court throughout the 19th century, making this oyster’s renown.

Gourmet Lunch at Le Bistrot de Cancale

After your visits, continue to immerse yourself in the tastes of Cancale and combine the different flavours of the day in your plate, with a lunch of one of the Bricourt houses: Le Bistrot de Cancale. Opened in 2022 by Hugo, Olivier Roellinger’s son, and his wife, this restaurant aims to share a traditionnal seaside cuisine, imbued of the Roellinger expertise and culinary signature. In a marine decor with a view on the small beach of Port-Mer (residents’ favorite) and the Mont Saint Michel’s figure on the horizon, savor a 3 courses gourmet lunch composed by local and seasonal products, seasoned with Roellinger’s famous spices mixtures.

Reach your coach and drive back to the pier..

Explore Saint Malo at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Saint Malo at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customize your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Saint Malo at your leisure during your full-day (8-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore Saint Malo at your leisure during your half-day (4-Hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Embrace the Old World beauty and flavours of Saint Malo on-foot during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Saint Malo, Old City, Castle, Ramparts, House of Duchess Ann, and Cathedral

Depart the pier for a scenic, guided walking tour of Saint Malo. As you stroll around the quaint, narrow streets of the Old City, your guide points out sites of historical interest. View the castle, part of the ramparts protecting the town, the town's typical streets, house of Duchess Ann, and Cathedral. In addition, learn about some of the town's past luminaries, including Jacques Cartier, Duguay-Trouin, Surcouf, and the renowned romantic writer, Châteaubriand.

Rampart Walk, Creperie, and Crepes and Cider

Next, take a stroll along the ramparts, then proceed to a creperie inside the city walls for a crepe with a glass of cider (or soda). Following your refreshment stop, continue your walking tour, which concludes back at the pier.