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St. Joseph's College

Normandy/Brittany 2009

TOUR# 4014

July 13 - 24, 2009


$3,395.00

(includes airfare, taxes and fuel surcharge)

OVERVIEW

See chateaux, cathedrals, abbeys, medieval towns, beach resorts and casinos and sample incredible food, local crafts and costumes as you explore these two picturesque regions of France.

St. Joseph's College, New York, is not officially sponsoring this trip or any aspect of it and disclaims all liability in connection with it.

ITINERARY

DAY 1MONDAY, JULY 13DEPARTURE

Depart from JFK with Air France flight AF 007 leaving at 7:00 pm. Check-in at Terminal One should be 3 hours prior to departure.

DAY 2TUESDAY, JULY 14ROUEN

Arrive Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. Meet your coach and escort and proceed to Normandy. En route, stop along the River Seine at Les Andelys.

DAY 3WEDNESDAY, JULY 15ROUEN

Morning visit of Rouen: guided walking tour. Afternoon free.

DAY 4THURSDAY, JULY 16HONFLEUR

Drive along Normandy's "Cote Fleurie" and visit its small beach resorts: Cabourg, Deauville, Trouville and Honfleur.

DAY 5FRIDAY, JULY 17HONFLEUR

Full day guided tour of the Landing Beaches: "D Day" and World War II memories, then Caen, Bayeux and its Tapestry. Enjoy a visit to a cheese factory.

DAY 6SATURDAY, JULY 18SAINT MALO

Drive to Mont-Saint-Michel claimed for centuries by both Normandy and Brittany as theirs: guided walking tour of the Abbey and free time for lunch and browsing on the rock. Continue to Saint Malo via Cancale and the Pointe du Grouin.

DAY 7SUNDAY, JULY 19SAINT MALO

Morning guided tour includes the Castle and the Historical Museum. Afternoon free.

DAY 8MONDAY, JULY 20SAINT MALO

Full day excursion along the Emerald Coast: charming Dinard, historical Dinan and panoramic Cap Frehel.

DAY 9TUESDAY, JULY 21VANNES

Depart for Rennes: visit this medieval city known for its art and history. Continue to Rochefort-en-Terre, Carnac and its megaliths and Vannes, the keystone of the Golf of Morbihan.

DAY 10WEDNESDAY, JULY 22VANNES

Full day excursion to Quimper, Pont Aven and Concarneau. Enjoy a short cruise on the Odet River.

DAY 11THURSDAY, JULY 23CHARTRES

Leave Vannes for Angers. Visit the Chateau and enjoy free time for lunch and shopping. Afternoon drive to Chartres.

DAY 12FRIDAY, JULY 24RETURN

Morning city tour including the Cathedral until it is time to leave for Charles de Gaulle airport for the departure of Air France flight AF 004 at 8:45pm.

AIR SCHEDULE

The exact timing of these flights is subject to change and will be reconfirmed.
Check-in at the airport should be 3 hours prior to departure time.

DATE FLIGHT NO: FROM TO DEP ARR
JUL 13 AF 007 JFK PARIS 07:00 PM 08:35 AM +1
JUL 23 AF 004 PARIS JFK 08:45 PM 10:50 PM

HOTEL ADDRESSES

NORTH STAR HOTEL
Amiens St
Dublin
IRELAND

Phone:



PRICE

$3,395.00

including airport taxes and fuel surcharges

All participants are required to have a valid passport and provide proof of medical insurance.


This price includes:

  • AIR FRANCE flights JFK / CDG / JFK
  • "Q" tax for fuel surcharge at $330.00 subject to increase and adjustment
  • Airport and security taxes at $110.00, subject to increase and adjustment
  • 10 nights accommodation in double room
  • Breakfast daily
  • Sightseeing and entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Full time escort from Celestial Voyagers
  • Deluxe motor coach

This price does not include:

  • Single room supplement (+ $680.00)
  • Cost of personal items such as phone, drinks, laundry, etc.
  • Meals other than specified.
  • Gratuities to local guides and drivers.
  • Optional travel insurance covering trip cancellation in case of medical emergency.
  • Passport & VISA FEE

Possible price adjustment if group has less than 25 passengers.

Every American citizen needs a passport valid until January 10, 2010. A green card is compulsory for returning to the US.

REGISTRATION

Registration online: (click here)
Register online, then mail your deposit immediately with copy of your passport, if available, along with the optional travel insurance amount to:

Celestial Voyagers
79 Watermill Lane
Great Neck, NY 11021


Registration by mail:
All registrations for this trip should be submitted online

PAYMENT (TERMS & CONDITIONS)

Deposit: $500.00 by check only is due immediately upon your registration.


Balance due no later than May 8, 2009


After May 8, 2009 full payment is due with registration.


All check payments to be made out to Celestial Voyagers escrow account. Your deposit secures your reservation with the airline, the hotel and other suppliers. It must be sent with a copy of your passport, the registration form and the optional travel insurance premium, should you choose to purchase it.


Credit card payments:
We accept Visa and Master Card. Since Merchant fees are not included in the package price, a 3.5% supplement applies if you wish to pay by credit card.

Cancellation:
All cancellations must be received in writing. The following penalties will apply:

  • $150.00 processing fee upon receipt of a written cancellation.
  • $150.00 additional fee for cancellations received between March 13 and May 8, 2009
  • Penalty of 50% of the cost of the trip if written cancellation is received between May 9 and June 13, 2009.
  • Penalty of 100% of the cost of the trip if written cancellation is received after June 13, 2009 and in case of a no-show.

These policies will be strictly applied.
In case of cancellation due to medical emergency, penalties will be covered under ACCESS AMERICA travel insurance which may be purchased at an additional cost. Pre-existing conditions are covered only if insurance has been submitted and paid for with your deposit.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We strongly recommend that you avail yourself of travel insurance as protection against penalties as well as baggage damage and travel delays. Without insurance, if you cancel your trip within a few days of the departure date, the total value of the trip will not be refunded. Pre-existing medical conditions are covered only if the insurance registration has been submitted within 14 days of sending your deposit.


Please check with Celestial Voyagers for insurance plans and premiums, or refer to our insurance page for additional information. Premiums are subject to change without notice.


To purchase your travel insurance from Access America:


Classic and Limited Classic Plan
Access America Travel Insurance Protection Products


Basic Plan
Access America Travel Insurance Protection Products


TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

If your documents have to be sent individually, you must submit your request for this service in writing and supply your address. Somebody will need to be home to sign to receive the package and a $20.00 administration, handling and mailing fee applies.

CONTACTS

For more details on the program or for additional information, please contact:

Sister Joan Ryan
Phone: 631-447-3231


All travel arrangements are made by:
Celestial Voyagers, Inc..
Francoise, Leigh or Susy
79 Watermill Lane
Great Neck, NY 11021

Email: susy@celestialvoyagers.com
Phone: 516 829 1525
Fax: 516 829 0703