Private Rouen, Cider and Bayeux One Day Tour

Rouen and Bayeux!

Private Normandy day trip covering medieval Rouen, Joan of Arc history, Monet's cathedral, traditional cider farm, and Bayeux Tapestry. Includes train from Paris, expert guide, admissions, and lunch at historic 1898 brasserie.

Pricing & Details

Price: $395 per person (includes 2nd class rail)
1st Class Rail: Add $80 per person
Group Size: 4 minimum (contact us for 2-3 people pricing)
Large Groups: Over 8 people, call for quote
Duration: Full day
Transport: TGV train Paris to Rouen, private vehicle throughout

What's Included

• Round-trip rail from Paris (2nd class)
• Rouen train station pickup/Bayeux station drop-off
• Expert guide services throughout
• All museum and attraction admissions
• Prix fixe lunch at historic Brasserie Paul (since 1898)
• Cider farm tour and tastings
• Private vehicle transport in Normandy
• Guide per diem

Your Normandy Experience

Medieval Rouen

Meet your guide at Rouen station for walking tour of the medieval quarter (car-free zone). Learn about this prosperous medieval city and visit Joan of Arc's execution site—key moment in the Hundred Years War. Tour the cathedral famously painted by Claude Monet, then visit Musée des Beaux Arts to see his original works and other Impressionist masterpieces.

Traditional Lunch

Dine at beloved Brasserie Paul, a local institution since 1898 featuring clever blend of classic and modern French cuisine.

Normandy Cider Farm

Countryside drive to Pierre Houet apple farm, makers of Calvados and cider since 1865. Enjoy comprehensive cider tour and tastings plus samples of local specialties like apple tarts and AOC Normandy cheeses.

Historic Bayeux

Explore this wonderfully preserved canal town. Visit the famous Bayeux Tapestry museum to learn about William the Conqueror, then enjoy walking tour before boarding evening train to Paris.

Tour Highlights

• Joan of Arc History: Visit execution site and learn Hundred Years War significance
• Monet Connection: See cathedral he painted plus original works in museum
• Medieval Rouen: Car-free walking tour of historic quarter
• Traditional Cider Farm: Family operation since 1865 with tastings
• Bayeux Tapestry: UNESCO Memory of the World artifact
• Historic Dining: 1898 brasserie with prix fixe lunch
• Normandy Specialties: Apple tarts, AOC cheeses, Calvados
• Expert Guide: Professional commentary throughout

Alternative Option

Instead of Bayeux, visit the Shrine of St. Teresa in Lisieux—France's second-largest pilgrimage destination after Lourdes. Perfect for Catholic travelers seeking spiritual experiences.

Perfect For

History enthusiasts, art lovers (Monet/Impressionist fans), cultural experiences, food and drink lovers, small groups wanting comprehensive Normandy introduction with expert guidance.

Not Included

Personal expenses

Logistics

High-speed TGV from Paris to Rouen, private vehicle for countryside touring, return train from Bayeux to Paris. All transportation, admissions, and lunch included for seamless experience.

Experience medieval history, Impressionist art, and Norman traditions in one comprehensive day. BOOK NOW for your private Normandy cultural adventure!

Full tour description here: https://linkparis.com/day-tour-to-rouen-cider-and-bayeux/