Private Shore Excursions from French Cruise Ports
Tailor-Made Private Tours from Saint-Malo, Brest, Lorient, Cherbourg, Honfleur & Saint-Nazaire
Arriving in France by cruise? Discover Brittany and Normandy with fully private shore excursions, created just for you. Whether you dock in Saint-Malo, Cherbourg, Le Havre, or another port, Bellidays offers bespoke day tours with local driver-guides — so you can enjoy history, landscapes, and gastronomy without the crowds.
✔️ Port pick-up & drop-off
✔️ Custom timing adapted to your ship’s schedule
✔️ English-speaking certified driver-guide
✔️ Licensed guides available on request (EN, FR, ES, IT, PT)
Choose one of our shore excursions around Normandy and Brittany, or ask for a customized tour.
We design private tours and tailor-made itineraries for FIT, travel agencies, tour operators, DMC since 2008!
Shore Excursions from Saint-Malo
Explore the Emerald Coast and beyond on a private day tour perfectly timed to your ship’s call.
Popular options include:
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Mont Saint-Michel Express: beat the crowds with early access and skip-the-line abbey tickets
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Dinan & the Rance Valley: cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, riverside charm
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Cancale & Saint-Malo Old Town: oyster tastings and a scenic coastal drive
All tours include port pick-up/drop-off and full flexibility.
Shore Excursions from Brest
From the rugged coast to picturesque villages, explore Western Brittany at your pace.
Top picks:
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Locronan & Quimper: medieval town and Breton art capital
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Pointe Saint-Mathieu & lighthouses: dramatic cliffs and panoramic views
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Oceanopolis + City Tour: science, sea, and Breton culture
Our tours from Brest highlight Brittany’s wild and cultural heritage.
Shore Excursions from Lorient
Uncover inland Brittany or explore the coastline from this culturally rich port.
Suggested itineraries:
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Pont-Aven & Concarneau: artists’ haven and fortified seaside town
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Food & Heritage Tour: artisan cheese, cider, and charming markets
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Nature & Villages: peaceful countryside escapes off the beaten track
All tours are private and fully adjustable to your timing.
Shore excursions from Concarneau
Sail into a day of discovery from this fortified town with deep local roots.
Tour ideas:
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Pont-Aven: artists’ haven and foody town
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Concarneau Old Town Tour: local guides, foodie stops, scenic views
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Quimper & pottery traditions: workshops, museums, and shopping
Short on time? We tailor the pace to your needs.
Shore excursions from Saint-Nazaire
This Atlantic port offers a mix of WWII history, salt marshes, and luxury beach towns.
Recommended tours:
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Guérande & Salt Marshes: medieval town and artisan salt producers
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La Baule & Côte d’Amour: stylish seafront and seaside markets
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WWII Submarine Base & Atlantic Wall: military history meets architecture
Pick-up and drop-off timed precisely to your ship.
Shore excursions from Cherbourg
Perfectly located for a Normandy or Mont Saint-Michel escape.
Options include:
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Mont Saint-Michel Private Day Tour: scenic drive and expert-led abbey visit
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Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, American Cemetery & Sainte-Mère-Église: D-Day landmarks and personal stories
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Cider Route Discovery: tastings in the Cotentin countryside
Full-day and half-day options available.
Shore excursions from Honfleur
Embark on a scenic and cultural tour from Normandy’s most picturesque port.
Suggestions:
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Pays d’Auge Gourmet Tour: cider, cheese, and countryside stops
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Impressionism in Normandy: museums, Monet gardens, local insight
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D-Day Tour: US sector, British sector or Canadian sector
Ideal for short cruise calls with immersive options.
Shore excursions from Le Havre
Connect to iconic Normandy sites directly from the pier.
Highlights:
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D-Day Beaches (Omaha Beach, US Cemetery)
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Bayeux & Tapestry Museum: medieval town and priceless heritage
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Honfleur & Côte Fleurie: gardens, galleries, and seaside charm
All tours are private, comfortable, and perfectly timed.
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