Southern Brittany
Our nearest Continental neighbours are the Bretons, just 120 miles from Plymouth as the crow flies. We have been visiting them ever since Brittany Ferries commenced operations on January 1st 1974. It is true to say that it has been an enjoyable experience throughout all those years as we have covered the Department from all angles.
With 1250 km of coastline, its sandy beaches divided by rugged outcrops and a level hinterland the region has everything you could possible want from a relaxing holiday. No long journeys, friendly locals, good food. Interesting locations and nice hotels are what makes it special and ideal for coach travellers.
Our base will be Concarneau and the Hotel de l’Océan which we have patronised for almost 40 years. The hotel has always kept up with the times and has modernised frequently over the years. Just across the road is the beach of the Baie de la Forêt. In the grounds of the hotel is a covered swimming pool, a jacuzzi and fitness room.
Saturday We pick up as indicated below and drive to Plymouth where we will take the overnight sailing to France. A cabin is provided. The ship sails at 2200.
We arrive at Roscoff on Sunday at 1015 and we’ll then drive westwards to Brest where we spend the morning in this major city and Naval base. In the early afternoon we resume our drive heading southwards to Concarneau where we check into the Hotel de l’Océan for the next six nights. During this time we have breakfast and dinner with wine.
On Monday we travel southwards to Pont Aven, widely known as the artists’ town and where Gaugin lived and worked. On return to Concarneau in the afternoon we’ll park in the centre and you can explore the Walled Town before we continue to the hotel.
Our drive on Tuesday will be to Vannes in the Morbihan region. This old city with its cathedral and cobbled streets is a favourite amongst French yachtsmen and its harbour is always full.
On Wednesday we will make the short drive to the capital of Cornouaille,Quimper. This pleasant town sits on the River Odet and we’ll spend the morning here. It is market day and you’ll enjoy the lively atmosphere of a typical French market.In the early afternoon we drive to Bénodet on the coast to spend a little time here.
On Thursday we drive northwards and make our first stop at Audierne for some refreshment and sightseeing. From here we head inland to the medieval village of Locronan. We return to the hotel in the late afternoon.
Friday has been allocated as a free day for you to continue exploring Concarneau or enjoying the beach area in front of the hotel and the hotel’s facilities.
We leave the hotel on Saturday and drive to Morlaix where it is market day. A final chance to pick up some French goodies and a few bottles of wine. The ship sails at 1500 from Rosvcoff and arrives in England at 2010. After disembarkation the coach travels to the original pick up points.
(The cost includes all travel by coach; the Channel crossings with a cabin outwards;six nights with dinner and breakfast at the hotel, excursions as described; Tour Escort.)
Departure date June 21st
Cost: £1005 Single supplement : £245
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Pick up points: Exeter-Newton Abbot-Torquay-Paignton-Ivybridge-Millbay Docks, Plymouth
