Normandy in a Day Trip to Rouen and Etretat from Paris
- 11–13 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the best of Normandy in a single day with this private day trip from Paris, combining culture, history, and natural beauty. Your day begins with pickup from your accommodation in Paris, followed by a comfortable drive to Rouen, one of Normandy’s most historic cities. In Rouen, join a guided group walking tour through its beautifully preserved medieval center. Marvel at the Rouen Cathedral, admire half-timbered houses, visit the Gros-Horloge, and see the place where Joan of Arc was tried and executed. Your local guide will share fascinating stories of the city’s rich past. After your tour of Rouen, continue to the breathtaking town of Étretat on the Normandy coast. Upon arrival, enjoy free time to walk along the beach, admire the famous white chalk cliffs and natural rock arches, or relax in a local café with a sea view. In the late afternoon, you’ll head back to Paris in comfort, arriving in the evening at your hotel.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Paris
- Free time in Étretat
- Bottled water
- Guided group walking tour in Rouen with a professional local guide
- Private round-trip transportation from Paris in an air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
7:00 AM (or 8:00 AM) — Departure from Paris • Meeting your driver at your hotel or accommodation in Paris. • Begin the trip to Rouen. • Distance: about 135 km (84 miles). • Driving time: approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
8:45 AM (or 9:45 AM) — Arrival in Rouen • Start of the group walking tour with a professional local guide. • Duration of the tour: 1.5 hours. • Highlights include: • Rouen Cathedral (Notre-Dame) — a magnificent Gothic cathedral that inspired Claude Monet’s series of paintings. • The Gros-Horloge — a famous astronomical clock. • The site of Joan of Arc’s trial and execution, a significant historical landmark. • Medieval half-timbered houses and narrow old streets.
10:15 AM (or 11:15 AM) — Free time in Rouen city center • Time to explore on your own, relax at a café, or visit shops. • Duration: 45 minutes.
11:00 AM (or 12:00 PM) — Departure from Rouen to Étretat • Scenic drive through the Normandy countryside. • Distance: approximately 90 km (56 miles). • Driving time: about 1 hour 30 minutes.
12:30 PM (or 1:30 PM) — Arrival in Étretat • Lunch at a local restaurant with a sea view (optional). • Duration of lunch: 1 hour.
1:30 PM (or 2:30 PM) — Free time in Étretat • Walk along the beach. • Hike up the famous chalk cliffs “Amon” or “Aval” for panoramic views. • Visit local gardens or cafés. • Total free time: about 2 hours.
3:30 PM (or 4:30 PM) — Departure from Étretat back to Paris • Return trip to the capital city. • Distance: approximately 210 km (130 miles). • Driving time: around 3 hours (depending on traffic).
6:30 PM (or 7:30 PM) — Return to Paris • Drop-off at your hotel or accommodation. • End of the tour.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 99 travellers
- Operated by
- Zozulya travel
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Families welcome! If you’re traveling with children, please let us know in advance — we’ll gladly provide a child safety seat to ensure a comfortable and secure ride for our youngest guests. Your safety and comfort are our priority.
How it compares in Paris
- Its from-price is 34% below the median of the 524 day trips we list in Paris.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 301 of 524.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Paris
Paris pairs grand boulevards and riverside monuments with café terraces, art collections of global stature and neighbourhoods that feel like villages.
The Seine runs through the heart of the city, past the Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame and the Sainte-Chapelle, the long façade of the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay in its former railway station. Downriver, the Eiffel Tower rises over the Champ de Mars, and the Arc de Triomphe crowns the Champs-Élysées.
Top-ranked sights in Paris: Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, 4th Arrondissement.
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