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:

Mont Saint-Michel Express: beat the crowds with early access and skip-the-line abbey tickets
Dinan & the Rance Valley: cobbled streets, half-timbered houses, riverside charm
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:

Locronan & Quimper: medieval town and Breton art capital
Pointe Saint-Mathieu & lighthouses: dramatic cliffs and panoramic views
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:

Pont-Aven & Concarneau: artists’ haven and fortified seaside town
Food & Heritage Tour: artisan cheese, cider, and charming markets
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:

Pont-Aven: artists’ haven and foody town
Concarneau Old Town Tour: local guides, foodie stops, scenic views
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:

Guérande & Salt Marshes: medieval town and artisan salt producers
La Baule & Côte d’Amour: stylish seafront and seaside markets
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:

Mont Saint-Michel Private Day Tour: scenic drive and expert-led abbey visit
Utah Beach, Omaha Beach, American Cemetery & Sainte-Mère-Église: D-Day landmarks and personal stories
Cider Route Discovery: tastings in the Cotentin countryside

Full-day and half-day options available.