Explore the Delights of Southern Brittany 2027

PACKAGED ITINERARY

Day 1 Arrival
We arrive at our hotel before dinner.

Day 2 Concarneau Driver’s Day Off
Today we remain in Concarneau. We can choose to take the land train into town or simply wander along the beach to the beautiful walled town that sits on a long island in the centre of the harbour. Why not enjoy the lovely small road train that travels 3 times a day (April to September – subject to change) between the beach next to the hotel and the walled town.

Day 3 Odet River Cruise, Quimper & Botanic Gardens
This morning, we make our way to the seaside resort of Bénodet, where we embark on a circular river cruise lasting just over 2 hours along the beautiful Odet River, described as “the most beautiful river in France” by Winston Churchill! Our journey takes us past wooded landscapes, numerous castles, manor houses and forgotten creeks, while the guided commentary tells us all about the attractions along the way (cruises available from April to September). After our cruise, we make our way to Quimper, the cultural heart of Brittany. The city’s crowning glory is its gothic town, where we have free time for lunch before making our way to the stunning Parc Botanique de Cornouaille, created in the English style by JP Guegen after his meeting with the famous English gardener, Harold Hillier. The garden contains over 25,000 plants from all over the world, benefitting from the Breton micro-climate. (Gardens closed annually from end of September to beginning of October).

Day 4 Vannes & Pont-Aven
This morning, we visit Vannes, one of Brittany’s most important and picturesque towns. With its charming half-timbered houses, Vannes dates from the 16th century and its old town is a pleasure to explore, with something new to admire around every corner. Why not finish the morning down by the harbour and enjoy a relaxing drink whilst admiring the sea views of the Gulf of Morbihan? In the afternoon we visit the pretty ‘village of artists’ and historical port town of Pont-Aven. Historic watermills along the banks of the River Aven provide a scenic backdrop to the town that is also famous as an artists’ retreat and for the invention in 1920 of galettes (butter biscuits).

Day 5 Departure
After breakfast, we begin our journey home.

4 Nights Half Board

Based on Monday arrivals

Inclusions

• Return short sea crossing
• Circular cruise on the Odet River
• Admission to Parc Botanique de Cornouaille

Please refer to your quote for hotel inclusions.