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Special Packge Deal with GB Privilage

We have teamed up with GB Privilege who are experienced Motorhome tour operators to offer first time hirers the chance of touring Normandy in France with a tour guide and in company with other first timers at a very competitive price:

The Agenda:

NORMANDY INVASION BY

BRITISH RENTAL MOTORHOMES

 Say the word Normandy and images of battle invariably come to mind. Long ships bristling with oars scudding into the darkness toward Hastings - as immortalized in the Bayeux Tapestry, which traces the epic tale of William the Conqueror, who in 1066 sailed across the Channel to claim his right to England's throne. Or the iron grey battleships amassing silently along the shore at dawn, lowering tailgates to pour young Allied infantry into German machine-gun fire. At Omaha Beach you may marvel at the odds against the soldiers who, in June 1944, were able to take the cliff and pave the way for the Allies to reclaim Europe.  

From the Norman conquest to D-Day - this region in northwestern France resonates with history, a history inextricably woven with that of its neighbour across the Channel. And, just as in the British Isles, no matter how you concentrate on history and culture, sooner or later you'll be beguiled by the countryside, by Normandy's rolling green landscape peppered with dairy cows and half-timbered farmhouses, and by the spray of sea breezes off the Channel. 

Saturday September 26^th 2009: We meet up today at a campsite in Kent in readiness for a ferry in the morning. This evening everyone can get to know each other at an informal drinks reception.

Sunday September 27^th 2009: We catch a ferry from Dover this morning and arrive at Calais. After disembarking we have a drive of about 80 miles to our first campsite near Abbeville.

Monday September 28^th 2009: Today’s drive is about 120 miles, but as it is virtually all on motorway it will not be very strenuous. This afternoon it may be possible to stop off in the lovely harbour town of Honfleur to feel the atmosphere and experience the exceptional light which has entranced artists for centuries. In the late afternoon we will arrive at our campsite just to the north of Caen, located between what were named Sword and Juno beaches in 1944. If you want to give the cook a break it would be easy to stroll into town and have dinner in a seafront restaurant.

Tuesday September 29^th 2009: We will be collected this morning by a coach with an English speaking guide and taken to Bayeux for a look at the world famous tapestry which depicts the Battle of Hastings in 1066. This will be followed by a visit to the superb war museum. We will then have the opportunity to get our own lunch in the town. This afternoon we will be taken to see several of the Normandy beaches, including the notorious Pointe du Hoc on Omaha Beach and the remains of the Mulberry harbour at Arromanches, as well as Pegasus Bridge, where you will able to stand on the spot where 3 gliders were landed, in what has been described at one of the most amazing feats of flying/navigation ever! At the end of a very interesting day we will be returned to our Motorhomes for a relaxing evening.

Wednesday September 30^th 2009: A completely free day to recover from yesterday. In the evening we will again be collected by a coach and this time we will be taken to a Calvados distillery. Most of you will know that Normandy is famous for cheese, cream and cider, and Calvados is a spirit made with distilled cider. It could be described as apples with a kick! After learning about the production of Calvados we will have a traditional Norman feast in the distillery, washed down with cider. Normandy cider is lighter than British, it is more like sparkling apple wine – and absolutely delicious. Our coach will return us to our Motorhomes at the end of the evening.

Thursday October 1^st 2009: This morning we head back to Calais and go to the Franglais drinks outlet on the outskirts of Calais, where we will park up for the night. Franglais closes to the public at 19.30 and at 19.45 we will stroll into the wine & drinks store for a meal-sized buffet with free wine tasting. Beer will also be available to drink at French prices. During the evening you can stroll around the shop and buy whatever you want from the huge selection at low, French prices. All major credit cards are accepted. Your purchases can be stored overnight for collection in the morning. No facilities are available, so you will need to use your motorhome’s toilet and shower etc.

Friday October 2^nd 2009:  We are only about 5 miles from the port so there will be enough time for some shopping before catching a lunchtime ferry back to Dover. Don’t forget to fill up with cheap diesel before leaving. After arrival in Dover you can drive as far as you need, ready to return your rental Motorhome within your contracted duration.

Saturday October 3^rd 2009: Return the Motorhome to the rental company and take your shopping home – along with your memories!

The Tour is limited to only 25 Motorhomes and is offered on a first come, first served basis.

PRICES
AA EUROPEAN COVER WILL BE REQUIRED AT ADDITIONAL COST
• PRICES INCLUDE VAT @ 17.5%, UK & EUROPEAN VEHICLE INSURANCE, UK BREAKDOWN COVER, UNLIMITED MILEAGE. AND SERVICES LISTED ABOVE
**  INSURANCE MAY BE SUBJECT TO .TO ADDITIONAL CHARGES SUBJECT TO DRIVER STATUS.
PAYMENT CAN BE MADE BY BANK TRANSFER IN £ STERLING, EUROS OR US DOLLARS - RATES WILL BE HSBC BANK RATES ON THE DAY OF THE TRANSACTION -
STERLING CHEQUE, DEBIT CARD OR CREDIT CARD (ALL CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS WILL BE SUBJECT TO AN ADDITIONAL 3.4% HANDLING CHARGE) or PayPal
BOOKING DEPOSIT WILL BE £300 PER VEHICLE