Tar Heel Travel
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From Normandy’s cliff–lined coast to storied Mont–Saint–Michel and the charming harbor town of Honfleur, uncover dramatic history, culinary delicacies and alluring beauty on this enriching seven–night exploration. On an emotional journey, visit solemn World War II sites, including Omaha and Utah beaches, the Normandy American Cemetery, Point du Hoc, and the Arromanches Landing Museum. Explore Le Havre and visit the acclaimed MuMa museum to view exceptional impressionist art.
In Bayeux, admire the 11th–century Bayeux Tapestry and the Gothic–style Notre–Dame Cathedral. Plus, visit the majestic Mont–Saint–Michel, rising dramatically from the sea. Savor lunch and local wines at a stately, 10th–century castle, and sample Normandy’s acclaimed Calvados apple brandy. Throughout your travels, expert guides and lecturers share illuminating details about the region’s history and culture. Stay in a first–class hotel in the heart of Honfleur and relish a full day at leisure in the picturesque town. This small–group journey features a professional Travel Director and a generous meal plan with wine at dinner. Plus, travel solo with no single supplement.
Day 2 - Paris, France | Honfleur
Day 3 - Honfleur
Day 4 - Arromanches | Omaha Beach | Colleville-sur-Mer | Point-du-Hoc
Day 5 - Upper Normandy | Le Havre
Day 6 - Mont-Saint-Michel
Day 7 - Bayeux | Caen
Day 8 - Honfleur
Day 9 - Transfer to Paris | Depart for home city
Base Price: From $4,545*, per person
- No single supplement fee, limited availability
- Airfare additional
Discounts available:
- Save $250 per person with Special Savings,* through Oct. 28, 2025.
- Save $500 person with Full Payment Discount*, through Feb. 13, 2026.
- *Must pay in full at the time of booking to receive discount
Inclusions:
- 7 nights in Honfleur, France at the Mercure Honfleur Hotel.
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 3 dinners, including Welcome and Farewell Dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner.
- See cobranded website for details and brochure.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: 877.962.3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.