Entire Normandy in 12 days — Le Havre, Granville & More

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A comprehensive 12-day journey through Normandy covering the region's major cities and landmarks. The route begins in Rouen with its Gothic cathedral and medieval streets, includes day trips to coastal Dieppe, Vernon and Monet's gardens at Giverny, and historic Seine Valley abbeys. Continue to Le Havre for UNESCO-listed architecture and the dramatic Étretat cliffs, then explore the charming harbor of Honfleur. The itinerary visits Caen's Mémorial museum and William the Conqueror's castle, the D-Day landing beaches from Bayeux, and concludes with Granville and Mont-Saint-Michel. Key attractions include Rouen Cathedral, the Bayeux Tapestry, Omaha Beach memorials, and the iconic abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel.

Overview

A 12-day trip through Normandy visiting 88 attractions across 6 base cities: Rouen, Le Havre, Honfleur, Caen, Bayeux, Granville. Each day includes a complete plan with walking routes, entrance fees, and transport between cities. Total entrance fees from €243 per person. Accommodation, food, and transport costs are calculated in the full breakdown below.

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Day-by-Day Timeline — Entire Normandy in 12 days

Detailed breakdown of each day of your trip

Estimated cost: ~€23482/person

3-star hotel · all meals · public transport · all tickets

1

Rouen — Historic Rouen in One Day

Rouen Cathedral (Notre-Dame de Rouen)must-see·Gros-Horloge Streetmust-see·Saint-Maclou Churchmust-see

8 attractions7h 48minPublic

2

Day trip — Dieppe

Dieppe Beach and Seafront·Château de Dieppe·Marché de Dieppe Market

7 attractions11h 24minPublic

3

Day trip — Vernon & Giverny

Claude Monet's House and Gardensmust-see·The Old Mill (Le Vieux Moulin)must-see·Museum of Impressionism

8 attractions10h 32minPublic

4

Day trip — Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville & Jumièges

Jumièges Abbeymust-see·Saint-Georges Abbey (Abbaye Saint-Georges de Boscherville)must-see·Almoner's Manor

3 attractions7h 35minPublic

5

Day trip — Étretat

Downstream Cliffmust-see·Étretat Beachmust-see·Amont Cliffmust-see

8 attractions12h 30minPublic

6

Le Havre — Must see of Le Havre in one day

Saint Joseph's Churchmust-see·Musée d'art moderne André Malraux (MuMa)·Notre-Dame Cathedral of Le Havre

10 attractions9h 58minPublic

7

Honfleur — One day in Honfleur

Sainte-Catherine Church (Église Sainte-Catherine)must-see·Old Harbormust-see·Satie Houses (Les Maisons Satie)

7 attractions7h 45minPublic

8

Caen — Must see of Caen

Mémorial de Caenmust-see·Château de Caenmust-see·Abbaye aux Hommesmust-see

8 attractions8h 49minPublic

9

Day trip — Colleville-sur-Mer & Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer

Overlord Museum (Omaha Beach)must-see·Omaha Beach, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mermust-see·Omaha Beach Memorial Museum

7 attractions10h 59minPublic

10

Bayeux — From William the Conqueror to D-Day

Bayeux Tapestry Museummust-see·Notre-Dame Cathedral of Bayeuxmust-see·Memorial Museum of the Battle of Normandy

7 attractions8h 8minPublic

11

Granville — One day in Granville

Plat Gousset Beachmust-see·Christian Dior Museum·Casino de Granville

7 attractions9h 56minPublic

12

Day trip — Mont-Saint-Michel & La Caserne

Abbey of Mont-Saint-Michelmust-see·Alligator Bay·Parish Church of Saint-Pierre

8 attractions11h 27minPublic

Frequently Asked Questions About Entire Normandy in 12 days

How many days is the Entire Normandy in 12 days itinerary?

The Entire Normandy in 12 days itinerary spans 12 days across 6 base cities: Rouen, Le Havre, Honfleur, Caen, Bayeux, Granville, and 10 surrounding towns. Each day includes a detailed schedule with attractions, transport, and suggested breaks.

How much does the Entire Normandy in 12 days trip cost?

The estimated cost for Entire Normandy in 12 days depends on your travel style. The trip visits 16 cities over 12 days. See the detailed cost breakdown on this page for accommodation, food, transport, and entrance fees.

How do I travel between cities on this itinerary?

You can travel between cities by public transit. Each day's plan includes transport details with estimated travel times and distances between stops.

Which cities does the Entire Normandy in 12 days itinerary visit?

The Entire Normandy in 12 days itinerary visits Rouen, Le Havre, Honfleur, Caen, Bayeux, Granville and 10 surrounding towns including Étretat, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Mont-Saint-Michel. Each city has its own day plan with curated attractions and a timed walking route.

How many attractions are included in Entire Normandy in 12 days?

Entire Normandy in 12 days includes 88 attractions across 16 cities over 12 days. Each attraction has estimated visit duration and entrance fee information.