Le Havre Shore Excursion: Private Giverny & Medieval Rouen

Experience the very best of Normandy in complete comfort on this private shore excursion from Le Havre. Skip the crowds and enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests with your own professional driver and guide. Explore the medieval streets of Rouen, admire the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral that inspired Claude Monet, and enjoy free time to discover the city's charming cafés and historic landmarks. Continue to Giverny to visit Monet's famous home and gardens, stroll across the iconic Japanese Bridge, and admire the beautiful water lily ponds. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with convenient cruise terminal pickup and drop-off, and relax knowing your itinerary is carefully planned to ensure a timely return to your ship. Perfect for couples, families, and small groups seeking a premium Normandy experience.

1. 1

   Le Havre

   1 hour

   The tour will begin at the port of Le Havre, where your driver-guide will be waiting to pick you up. From there, it is just over an hour's drive Rouen.

2. 2

   Rouen

   3 hours

   Rouen: This historic city is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture and its significant role in the history of France. Key attractions include the stunning Notre-Dame Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that inspired many artists including Monet; the Rue du Gros Horloge, home to one of Europe's oldest working clocks; and the Place du Vieux-Marché, where Joan of Arc was executed.

3. 3

   Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen

   30 min

   This is one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the world. The facade of the cathedral was a subject of a series of paintings by Claude Monet, some of which are exhibited in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.

4. 4

   Rue du Gros-Horloge

   30 min

   This is a cobblestone street lined with half-timbered houses and is home to the Gros Horloge, a beautiful Renaissance clock tower.

5. 5

   Giverny

   1 hour

   This small village in Normandy is famous as the home of Claude Monet, the founder of French Impressionist painting. The village and its surroundings were a great source of inspiration for Monet and many other artists.

6. 6

   Fondation Claude Monet

   1 hour

   The former home and studio of Claude Monet, now a museum, where you can see the rooms where he worked as well as some of his most famous works. The gardens, which Monet designed himself, are divided into two parts: the Clos Normand, with various flowers, trees, and shrubs, and the water garden, with its pond, water lilies, and famous Japanese bridge.

7. 7

   Le Havre

   2 hours

   At the end of your memorable visit to Giverny, you will embark on a relaxing journey back to Le Havre. As the picturesque landscape rolls by, you may catch a final glimpse of the region's charm from your window, leaving you with lasting memories of your private tour from Le Havre to Rouen and Giverny. Your tour concludes with a convenient drop-off at the Le Havre cruise terminal, ensuring you arrive back in time for your departure.

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.