easy
9 hours (full day)
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on uneven surfaces.
Spend a day on France's Normandy coast with Normandy Melody’s private tour from Paris. Visit Honfleur’s historic port, taste local Calvados, and wander the iconic beachfronts of Trouville and Deauville.
Full day • from Paris • Private Tour
Embark on a captivating all-day private trip from Paris to the enchanting Normandy coast. Explore the picturesque port of Honfleur, savor local delicacies like Calvados, and stroll through charming Trouville and Deauville, renowned for their stunning beaches and artistic heritage. Experience the unique blend of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes.
All-day activity! - lasts approximately 9 hours, including transportation
On this private day trip from Paris, discover the charming port city of Honfleur and the "flower" Riveira with Trouville and Deauville. Your guide meet you in Paris. Take aboard a luxury vehicle for a ride around about two hours to Honfleur. Honfleur The city of painters - one unique atmosphere and one crazy charm and will seduce you certainly. Discover the special light which inspired many painters such Eugène Boudin whose famous sky-scapes explored the changing skies of Honfleur. Stroll through the town in the footsteps of those masters. Discover its picturesque streets and narrow houses covered with slate. Honfleur knew how to preserve the richness of its history, its authenticity. Irresistible, Honfleur is a unique site for lovers of originality. Your guide accompanies you between strolls and discovering the cultural and artistic heritage. Honfleur enchants with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered facades, small shops, charming hotels and typical restaurants. Dating from the 15th century, St. Catherine's Church was built by the inhabitants of the city after the departure of the English. Classified "Historical Monument" in 1879, it is the largest church of France built in wood with a separate steeple. The Saint Siméon Farm In1854, Boudin moved to The Saint Siméon Farm on the heights overlooking Honfleur, charmed by its beauty and the view of the Le Havre estuary. The inn became a famous place of artistic expression. A merry band of artists gathered around the table of Mother Toutain: Daubigny, Courbet, Bazille, Guillement, Lépine, Hamelin... Before the lunch, enjoy a local product tasting: Calvados, Cider or Pommeau Enjoy a lunch in Honfleur, before visiting the Côte Fleurie.
The Côte Fleurie – Trouville Succumb to the charms of the famous seaside resort of Trouville and admire its century-old villas. This former fishing village flourished in the 19th century with the rise in popularity of sea bathing and with the extension of Paris-Deauville railway line. Boudin planted his easel and painted beach scenes peopled with wealthy visitors. The sea in the countryside or the countryside to the sea. This is what best defines this beautiful corner of the Côte Fleurie that some call the "Queen of Beaches". Built in 1935 "the fish market" is an emblematic place.
The Côte Fleurie – Deauville Courbet preferred Deauville and painted large beach scenes in which sea and sky merge. Deauville whose name is dreaming: its walking boards, its multicolored umbrellas , luxury hotels and it casino participate in the legend. Discover this historic station, dedicated to elegant leisure and good taste, pioneer of the French way of life. A kingdom of excellence unique in the world. The 653 meters of walking boards offer an astonishing spectacle: in front of an impressionistic backdrop where the sun's rays play with the clouds and reflections of the water, extends a field of multicolored parasols. Deckchairs and beach cabins are the essential accessories to admire this painting that takes a new dimension when it comes time for the American film festival. The image of Deauville is of course also that of the equestrian world, races and stud farms that attract both enthusiasts and laypersons. After the visit, transfer to Paris.
Private tours fill up quickly, especially in high season; secure your spot early to ensure availability.
Streets in Honfleur and waterfront promenades are cobbled or sandy—sturdy shoes improve comfort during strolls.
Required for the local product tasting session featuring Calvados and Pommeau tastings.
Pack layers and a light waterproof jacket as the coast’s weather can shift quickly, even on sunny days.
Honfleur’s St. Catherine’s Church, France’s largest wooden church, reflects the city’s 15th-century maritime heritage after English departure.
Local initiatives encourage sustainable tourism to protect Normandy’s fragile coastal ecosystems and preserve orchard landscapes.
Necessary for navigating cobbled streets and beach promenades comfortably.
Useful for sudden coastal rain showers common during springtime.
spring specific
Protects against strong sun exposure, especially on open beaches and boardwalks.
summer specific
Helps manage fluctuating temperatures along the coast in autumn.
fall specific