Normandy Coast Private Tour from Le Havre
Description Summary
Highlights
- ✓Stroll Trouville's vibrant harbor and fish market
- ✓Discover Deauville’s Belle Époque beach boardwalk
- ✓Hear tales of Coco Chanel and film icons in Deauville
- ✓Wander Honfleur’s cobbled lanes and old harbor
- ✓Marvel at Sainte-Catherine’s wooden church in Honfleur
Description
Departing from Le Havre, enjoy a full-day private Normandy shore excursion along the elegant Côte Fleurie. Travel by comfortable minivan with your expert local guide to three of Normandy’s most iconic seaside towns.
Discover Trouville-sur-Mer, a historic fishing port renowned for its lively market, seafood restaurants, and authentic coastal atmosphere. Continue to glamorous Deauville, the “Paris by the Sea,” celebrated for its Belle Époque architecture, luxury boutiques, famous wooden boardwalk, film festival, and connections to Coco Chanel and Hollywood stars.
End in picturesque Honfleur, where a charming old harbor, tall slate-fronted houses, medieval lanes, and the remarkable wooden Sainte-Catherine Church create one of Normandy’s most photogenic settings. Enjoy free time for sightseeing, photos, and local discoveries before returning comfortably to your ship in Le Havre.
Private Normandy Shore Excursion from Le Havre
Step off your ship and enjoy a private Normandy shore excursion from Le Havre along the elegant Côte Fleurie. Designed for cruise passengers, this full-day experience combines coastal scenery, local culture and refined seaside atmosphere, with convenient cruise-terminal pick-up and return.
Travel with your English-speaking private guide in a comfortable minivan towards Trouville-sur-Mer, an authentic fishing port known for its lively waterfront, seafood market and relaxed Norman character. Stroll beside colourful boats, browse local produce and enjoy time to discover the town at your own pace.
Continue to stylish Deauville, famed for its Belle Époque villas, luxury boutiques, historic hotels and Les Planches boardwalk. Hear about Coco Chanel, the town’s film heritage and its enduring reputation as one of France’s most fashionable seaside resorts. Free time is available for lunch or independent exploration.
Your final stop is Honfleur, a historic harbour town of cobbled lanes, half-timbered houses, art galleries and the iconic wooden Sainte-Catherine Church. Enjoy views across the Vieux Bassin before relaxing on the scenic return drive to Le Havre. Your private driver-guide will ensure a timely return to ship at the cruise terminal.
Included / Excluded
- ✓Premium air-conditioned minivan transport
- ✓Expert English-speaking driver-guide
- ✓Pick-up and drop-off at Le Havre cruise port
- ✗Meals and drinks (lunch)
- ✗Personal travel insurance, expenses
- ✗Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Private Deauville, Trouville & Honfleur Visit Shore Excursion from Le Havre
- 1
Le Havre Cruise Terminal
Meet your English-speaking driver-guide at the Le Havre cruise terminal and settle into a premium, air-conditioned minivan. Travel east along Normandy’s coastline towards the Côte Fleurie.
- 2
Visit Trouville-sur-Mer
Discover the authentic character of Trouville-sur-Mer, a historic fishing port with a lively harborfront. Stroll beside colorful boats, browse the fish market, and take in the relaxed atmosphere of this classic Norman seaside town.
- 3
Visit Deauville
Explore Deauville’s elegant boulevards, Belle Époque villas, and celebrated Les Planches boardwalk. Learn about Coco Chanel and the resort’s film heritage, then enjoy independent time to browse, relax at a café, or purchase lunch (at own expense).
- 4
Visit Honfleur
Walk through Honfleur’s cobbled lanes, lined with half-timbered houses, galleries, and boutiques. See the wooden Sainte-Catherine Church and admire the changing light around the Vieux Bassin, the old harbor that has inspired generations of artists.
- 5
Return to Le Havre
Relax during the scenic return drive along the Côte Fleurie. Your driver-guide returns you to the Le Havre cruise terminal at the end of the day.
Start / End Locations
Commentary
Audio • Language: en
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Full-day private shore excursion for cruise guests docking in Le Havre
- Visit Trouville-sur-Mer, Deauville and Honfleur on Normandy’s Côte Fleurie
- Travel in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Enjoy local commentary, scenic coastal drives and free time in Deauville
- Lunch, drinks and optional food tastings are at your own expense
Know Before You Go
- Expect gentle walks in Trouville-sur-Mer, Deauville and Honfleur
- Wear comfortable shoes for promenades, cobbled streets and harbour areas
- Bring clothing suitable for Normandy’s changeable coastal weather
- Free time in Deauville allows you to purchase lunch independently
- The tour ends with a return drive to the Le Havre cruise terminal
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| 2 participants minimum - Total price | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €1,500.00 | €1,350.00 |
| 3 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €500.00 | €450.00 |
| 4 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €375.00 | €338.00 |
| 5 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €300.00 | €270.00 |
| 6 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €250.00 | €225.00 |
| 7 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €215.00 | €193.00 |
| 8 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Participants | €190.00 | €169.00 |
Terms and Conditions
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund. No refund will be made in case you have not contacted us and the boat is unable to dock in the port of Call.
All our terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
All private shore excursions must clearly specify the name of the ship and the local port of call. Ophorus will not be held responsible if the wrong port of call has been notified during reservation process. Each customer has to check that he or she has the appropriate documents for their journey; a passport (with visa if necessary) or a valid ID card.
No refund will be granted in case of lack or loss of ID documents. Eating, drinking and smoking on board the minivans is strictly forbidden (law of September, 17th, 1977). All passengers are insured during the excursions while in the vans. The responsibility of Ophorus is limited to our insurance contract clauses.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Additional Information
This tour is ideal for cruise passengers seeking a private, full-day discovery of Normandy from Le Havre. It suits private groups interested in coastal scenery, elegant resort towns, historic harbors, and local culture. Photography lovers will enjoy Trouville’s fishing port, Deauville’s Belle Époque seafront, and Honfleur’s colorful Vieux Bassin, while guests who appreciate food and local flavor can explore the seafood market and enjoy independent lunch time in Deauville.
Voucher Information
Please note: This tour is timed to your ship’s schedule. Your guide will meet you just outside the cruise terminal after disembarkation holding a sign with your name. In case of any last‑minute changes by the cruise line, please check your ship’s daily program and contact us as soon as possible so we can adjust timings accordingly.
Group Information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to larger groups. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: https://ophorus.com/contact-us