Grand discovery stay in Loire-Atlantique

Guérande Peninsula: A Journey of Love

Highlights
Your hotel
The program

A fully escorted group holiday for 25 or more guests

8 days / 7 nights
Full board included
All visits and excursions included
Dedicated tour guide
Flexible itinerary

Discover Loire-Atlantique on a hub-and-spoke tour based in Saint-Nazaire — a captivating journey between the Atlantic coast, the salt marshes of Guerande, the wild Briere marshland and the vibrant city of Nantes.

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Highlights

Saint-Nazaire and the White Gold of Guérande
Vannes, cruises in the Gulf of Morbihan, or the island of Noirmoutier
La Brière and an excursion to the Jade Coast
The city of Nantes, the Domaine de la Coche, and the famous Muscadet wine.
Pornichet and Escal’Atlantic market
Customs Officers' Path and Wild Coast

Your hotel, at the heart of the Loire-Atlantique experience

Your group stay is centered around the 4-star Hôtel Aquilon, ideally located in Saint-Nazaire, in the heart of the Guérande peninsula.

Aquilon Hotel****

More than just a place to stay, the hotel is a true ambassador of the region:

Richard and his team look forward to welcoming you there in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, whatever the length of your stay!

Capacity: 72 charming rooms with comfort and character
Free coach and car parking
PRM Accessible

Their deep-rooted local connections mean every excursion benefits from insider recommendations and seamless organisation.

Discover the hotel

A holiday package with a hub-and-spoke itinerary, including:

the welcome drink
the services provided by our guide
wine with meals
full board (from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8)
coffee with lunch
a drink to celebrate
visits and excursions
a dinner featuring local produce
the souvenir gift

Grand Stay Program (8 days/7 nights)

Day 1

Welcome to Saint-Nazaire, to the Hôtel Aquilon.

Arrival in the late afternoon

Check-in and welcome drink

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel

Day 2

Saint-Nazaire and the world’s largest cruise ships – The white gold of Guérande

Discover the port of Saint-Nazaire and take a guided tour of the shipyards where the world’s largest cruise ships—for lines like MSC and RCCL—are built.

Embark on an adventure at Escal’Atlantic in Saint-Nazaire: relive the epic story of the great transatlantic liners through a fascinating, immersive experience.

Lunch

Set off for Guérande, a fortified medieval town that invites you to discover its unique heritage. Explore the salt marshes and meet a passionate salt worker who will reveal the secrets of the harvest. Deepen your knowledge at the Maison des Paludiers (+€9/person). Enjoy some free time in the heart of the old town to stroll through its lively streets, discover the magnificent 14th-century Collegiate Church of Saint-Aubin, and visit local artisans. An immersive experience blending nature, craftsmanship, and authentic charm.