LA ROCHELLE & ISLE DE RE

OVERVIEW

Revel in a visit to quaint Île de Ré and explore the coastal city of La Rochelle on this approximately two-hour panoramic coach tour with time on your own. Travel to Île de Ré, a picturesque island connected to the mainland by an elegantly constructed, arc-shaped bridge that is nearly two miles long. You’ll delve into the idyllic charm of the island, which includes expansive beaches, maritime pine forests and quintessentially French villages. View the southern coast towns of La Couarde-sur-Mer and Le Bois-Plage, and enjoy time at your leisure to stroll in the beautiful village of Saint-Martin-de-Ré. After departing Île de Ré, experience the historical heart of La Rochelle. Among its many notable sights, admire the Old Port’s three stunning towers, Tour de la Lanterne, Tour de la Chaîne and Tour Saint-Nicolas. You’ll pass the remarkable Town Hall, the superb Great Clock Tower and the city’s elegant cathedral. From its intimate island villages to its magnificent public buildings, revel in the irresistible allure of the Charentes-Maritimes region.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Traverse a feat of engineering, the nearly two-mile-long bridge to scenic Île de Ré.
• Drive through marvelous beachfront communities on the pine-tree-blanketed island.
• Enjoy time on your own in the dazzling fishing village of Saint-Martin-de-Ré.
• Gaze in awe at the three imposing 14th- and 15th-century towers watching over La Rochelle’s port.
• View captivating landmarks including La Rochelle Cathedral and the soaring Great Clock Tower.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.