Private Tour: Rouen, Bayeux and Falaise Day Trip from Bayeux

Bayeux, France

Explore France’s history and discover the jewels in the crown of Normandy on this private day trip to Rouen, Bayeux, and Falaise from Bayeux. Follow a private guide through the medieval streets of Bayeaux and admire famous landmarks including Bayeaux Cathedral and the UNESCO–listed Bayeaux Tapestry. Explore the Church of Saint-Maclou, 11th-century Rouen Cathedral, and Rouen’s pretty Old Town, then visit the Abbaye aux Hommes and the castle of William the Conqueror in Caen. This private 8-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at your Bayeaux hotel.

Start your tour with a 9am pickup at your accommodation or the local train station in Bayeux, then follow your private guide on a walking tour through the medieval city.

Discover top attractions including Bayeaux Cathedral, the UNESCO–listed Bayeaux Tapestry, and the Tree of Liberty — planted during the French Revolution. Along the way, listen as your private guide sheds light on centuries of French history.

After lunch in a Bayeux restaurant (own expense), head onward to Rouen. Take in key sites of interest such as the Church of Saint-Maclou, 11th-century Rouen Cathedral, and the place where Joan of Arc was killed. Explore the historic Old Town, and soak up the atmosphere in the bustling market square.

In the afternoon, continue onward to Caen and discover famous landmarks like the Abbaye aux Hommes, the castle of William the Conqueror, and Caen Cathedral. Time permitting, visit the last castle of William the Conqueror in Falaise, then return to your starting point in Bayeux to conclude your tour.

Please note: this private tour does not include entrance fees.

Traveler Reviews

Review by:   Meg E,    October 2016
My guide could not have been a better fit for my visit. I was researching events surrounding William the Conqueror's invasion of England in 1066 and my guide personalized my private tour perfectly. His historic expertise and professionalism were outstanding. This was in addition to his personable, friendly style, courtesy, and fluency in English as well as several other languages. He personalized my tour when I asked him to substitute Caen for Rouen, but he also was able to add a couple stops to our itinerary that helped me understand the scope of the war preparation William made for his conquest. Despite his medieval knowledge, he said that many of his tours center on the WWII Normandy invasion I'm sure he is equally adept on those tours. I recommend him with highest praise and gratitude for packing in a wealth of historical understanding, being great company, and completely understanding what my goals were. Top rate experience!

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