Discover Normandy’s mix of history and nature on a private full-day trip from Paris, combining Rouen’s medieval charm with the dramatic cliffs of Étretat. Travel in comfort with your private driver, while a professional guide shares fascinating stories at each stop. In Rouen, admire the Notre-Dame Cathedral painted by Monet, the Church of Joan of Arc, the Gros-Horloge, and colorful half-timbered streets. Continue to Étretat to marvel at its soaring white cliffs, arches, and Needle Rock, visit the Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Garde, stroll the pebble beach, or enjoy a seaside coffee. With hotel pick-up and drop-off, this tour blends cultural heritage and natural beauty in one unforgettable day.
Highlights:
- Private comfort or luxury transportation from Paris
- Professional guide for Rouen & Étretat sightseeing
- Explore Rouen’s cathedral, Gros-Horloge & medieval streets
- Admire Étretat’s cliffs, arches & Needle Rock
- Visit Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Garde
- French gift set included
Itinerary
08:00 – 10:30Escape Paris for a magical day in Normandy. Travel through scenic countryside to Rouen — the “City of a Hundred Spires,” where Joan of Arc met her fate and Gothic architecture meets Christmas charm. Explore the cathedral, medieval streets, and festive market before continuing to Étretat, famed for its breathtaking white cliffs and seaside views. A perfect mix of history, culture, and natural beauty — all in one exclusive private day trip.
Catholic Church of St Joan of Arc 10:30 – 11:00Visit the Church of Joan of Arc, built on the exact site of her execution in 1431. Inside, admire the preserved medieval stained-glass windows.
Saint-Ouen Abbey Church 11:00 – 11:30Explore the grand Gothic church of Saint-Ouen, famous for its stained glass and monumental organ.
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen 12:30 – 13:00Admire one of France’s most magnificent Gothic cathedrals, famously painted by Claude Monet. Your guide will explain its history, impressive façade, and remarkable interior with soaring vaults and stained-glass windows.
Falaises d'Etretat 14:00 – 17:00Continue your Normandy journey to Étretat, a seaside gem known for its dramatic white cliffs and natural arches shaped by the sea. Visit the Chapel of Notre-Dame de la Garde overlooking the coast, stroll along the pebble beach, and capture postcard-perfect views of the “Needle” rock. Enjoy free time for a seaside walk or a cozy coffee overlooking the ocean before returning to Paris in the evening.
17:00 – 20:00After a magical day exploring the beauty of Normandy, relax in your comfortable vehicle on the return journey to Paris. Enjoy evening views of the French countryside as your driver drops you off at your hotel or the Champs-Élysées, filled with festive memories.
20:00Arrival back in Paris, drop-off at your selected location