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Normandy Sailing Week

Saturday 20 June 2020 - Saturday 27 June 2020

(7 nights)

From £699

Overview

Why not enjoy an eigjht day cross Channel cruise gives those with limited time a unique opportunity to get away from it all.

A departure from our usual flight inclusive holidays this trip actually has it’s start and end points in Southampton, UK and following the success of our recent Italian sailing holidays we thought this gave those who wanted a bit more of a sailing challenge the chance to get some excellent experience under the watchfull eye of an experienced RYA skipper, however no prior sailing experience is necessary!

This is an excellent chance to cruise the Baie de Seine and Normandy coast. Visit the popular fishing ports of St Vaast la Hougue, famous for its quayside bistros, or journey up the canal to the sleepy village at Carentan. Sail across the Bay de Seine to Ouistreham with its sandy D-Day beaches and easy access to Bayuex the Pegasus Bridge and Caen. On to the delightful port of Honfleur where the yacht moors in the old basin right in the heart of the town.The local wines and cheeses are outstanding in this part of France.

The tour operator for this holiday is Spice Holidays for whom we act as agent. Spice UK Ltd holiday terms and conditions apply, as supplied with the full holiday information pack. Your money is protected via our trust account in compliance with EC travel regulations.

Your holiday includes

Experienced RYA Skipper, Free Use Of Wet Weather Gear, MCA Yachts Coded For Your Safety, All Morning Fees Included, Breakfast & Lunch every day.

Your holiday extras

Travel Insurance available through Spice UK. Some drinks & some meals, optional excursions and personal extras.

Location & Itinerary

Sample Itinerary

Head for Southampton where you will meet your crew and Skipper for the 8 day Adventure at Town Quay arrive anytime after 2pm on the Saturday before the adventure starts on Sunday morning. We will spend a short amount of time passage planning and covering our safety briefing before we depart.

Visit the popular fishing ports of St Vaast la Hougue, famous for its quayside bistros, or journey up the canal to the sleepy village at Carentan. Sail across the Bay de Seine to Ouistreham with its sandy D-Day beaches and easy access to Bayuex the Pegasus Bridge and Caen. On to the delightful port of Honfleur where the yacht moors in the old basin right in the heart of the town.The local wines and cheeses are outstanding in this part of France.

You will return to Town Quay, Southampton approx. 4pm on Saturday 27 June ready for your return journey home.

NB – this itinerary may be subject to change as it is governed by mother nature and the experienjce of the skipper!

Travel & Stay

Cabins

There are a mix of double and twin bedded cabins on the yachts. All cabins will be used to share same sex together unless we receive requests to share with another named member. We will place members in cabins on a first come basis

This holiday starts and ends at Town Quay, Southampton.

Arriving by car – long stay parking near Town Quay is available.

Arriving by train – you will arrive at Southampton central station and the quickest way to transfer to Town Quay is by taxi (approx 3 mins). There is a direct bus departing from Southampton City Centre, Central Station station and arriving at Town Quay, Platform Tavern. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min. You can walk (it’s about 1.2 miles) but with your luggage it might seem a lot further!

Arriving by coach – you will arrive at Southampton Coach Station and the best way to Town Quay is by taxi (approx 3 mins). There is a bus service but you will need to walk to the bus stop about 5 mins.