The Mont-Saint-Michel is one of Europe’s most unforgettable sights. Set in a mesmerising bay shared by Normandy and Brittany, the mount draws the eye from a great distance.
This staggeringly beautiful location has long captured the imagination. The story of how the mount came to be a great Christian pilgrimage site dates back to the early 8th century, when Aubert, bishop of the nearby hilltop town of Avranches, claimed that the Archangel Michael himself had pressured him into having a church built atop the island just out to sea.From 966 onwards, the dukes of Normandy, followed by the French kings, supported the development of a major Benedictine abbey on Mont-Saint-Michel. Magnificent monastic buildings were added throughout the Middle Ages, one vertiginous wing in particular being nicknamed the Marvel.
The became a renowned centre of learning, attracting some of the greatest minds and manuscript illuminators in Europe. Vast numbers of pilgrims visited, despite endless cross-Channel conflict; in fact, the ramparts at the base of the island were built to keep the English forces out. Other fine buildings line the steep village street, now converted into museums, restaurants, hotels and shops for today’s tourists.
Benvenue! Welcome to Paris for the start of your 7 day Taste of France tour! If you arrive early, take time to explore The City of Lights, stroll the historic boulevards, visit the many museums or simply people-watch from a Parisian cafe.
Next head to Bordeaux to become masters of the grape in the red wine capital.Drink the best drops and hear tales of how these fiery reds came to be. Enjoy a wine tourto one of the wineries.
Travel by train to Beaune, wine capital of Burgundy in the Côte d'Or department in eastern France. On the next day enjoy a full day tour of Burgundy and taste different wines, like Premiers crus such as Meursault and Corton Charlemagne Grands crus.
Your wine specialist will then take you on guided tours at Clos Vougeot and Nuits Saint Georges.
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11 Rue De Lyon, Paris, France
The hotel is located amongst Paris's popular clubs and bars, just a short stroll from Paris Lyon Railway Station.It is situated a brief walk from the Opera Bastille, the Paris Opera and Place de la Bastille.
$158
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33 Rue Dauphine, Paris, France
Strategically located in the centre of the city, this 5-star hotel makes for an excellent basein Paris. Only a short stroll from Seine, it offers comfortable rooms
$175
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