This trip was fantastic. We met our guide close to our flat and he drove us to Giverny in the morning and then to Rouen in the afternoon. He was very engaging and provided context and translations throughout the entire trip. We learned a great deal about Monet, the grounds, and the city of Giverny. When we went to Rouen, he brought us to an area with several cafes to choose from for lunch. Then we met back up and did a walking tour of historic Rouen. He explained locations and provided history and details that we would have never learned on our own. It really was a wonderful experience. He also took pictures of our family throughout the day. I cannot recommend this tour company enough. You won't regret it.
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Dear guests, Many thanks for your kind comment and recommendation about Normandy Melody Private Tours. We are very glad you enjoyed your day to Giverny & Rouen.
We are delighted that you appreciated your " Wonderful experience".
We would love to welcome you again.
Best regards,
S
SaraBG40894
October 3, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Day trip to the gardens and Rouen
Four of us took this trip to Giverny to see Monets gardens. What a gorgeous place! So peaceful and beautiful. The town is so cute, even though w didn’t get much chance there it was still so lovely.
Then on to Rouen, a gothic city outside of Giverny approximately one hours drive. The achiectecture is so romantic and different from that of Paris, with Joan of Arcs resting place and this incredible lunch we had near the tomb. It was an unforgettable day. Rely on Normandy Melody for your tours! Very reliable.
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Dear Sara
We thank you for this recommendation,
We are specialized in private tours and small groups day trip to take time to appreciate each site, with the best conditions: pick up at your hotel, priority admission and flexibility.
The gardens and the village of Giverny are beautiful every season,
We are delighted that you have appreciated your professional guide. In our team, we only have accredited professional guides, passionate about history and art, story tellers.
The city of Rouen is also sumptuous: the Cathedral of Monet, the Church of Joan of Arc and the famous Gros Horloge, a nice walking tour in centuries,
We hope to see you again, All the best
B
BLKK
October 2, 2019 · via Viator
Giverny and Auver
Wonderful day trip. Jean Paul was one of the best guides we've ever had. Very personable and well -versed in art and history. Knew how to avoid crowds at water garden. There was a chemical explosion in Rouen and Normandy Melody was able to substitute Auver for Rouen. Loved it and their masterful handling of the situation!
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Dear Guests, We are very glad you enjoyed your small group day trip. We are delighted that you appreciated the professional comments of your guide, Jean Paul. Being experts in their areas of history studied and very passionate story tellers makes our guides real assets.
With any unexpected events, such as this chemical explosion in Rouen the day before your visit, we are doing our best for you and our team. We always offer alternatives and solutions.
We would love to welcome you again.
Best regards,
G
Gordon_D
September 14, 2019 · via Viator
Small group tour
Excelled our expectations! Driver/guide was personable and knowledgeable. Lunch at Monet’s home was delicious.
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Dear guests, thank you for the compliment,
Our goal: a reality better than the postcard!
We do not impose restaurants (and menus) for lunches but we share our suggestions.
We are very glad you enjoyed your small group day trip. We are delighted that you appreciated the professional comments of your guide, thanks again and see you soon.
M
mb3222019
July 16, 2019 · via Viator
Mixed...
Mixed reviews - this trip has been on our bucket list for ages. After an 8am pickup, we appreciated being able to arrive in Giverny before the crowds. We had a clear view of the waterlilies and no line into his home. However, the guide drove way too fast on the highway to get us there early - at times, we were doing 150-160km in a 120 on a busy French motorway, which was very disconcerting especially with our kids in the minivan. He almost hit a motorcyclist. We would have gladly gotten picked up at 7:30 in order to drive safely and get there early. While Giverny was wonderful, we were on the grounds for far too long which dampened the enjoyment. After touring the gardens with the knowledgeable guide, we were left on our own to view the house with a meeting time in 1.5 hours which was far too much time. Only 30 minutes was needed (especially when there was no line), and we ended up just hanging out (kids bored!), waiting to meet our guide at the agreed time. Upon the meeting time, we embarked on a nice walk in the village and then we were left in an okay restaurant with rude, slow service (felt like staff really hated tourists) for lunch on our own. We then drove to Rouen and felt rushed. Our guide showed us around the town with some commentary on the sites, but overall, it felt like we were buzzing through things to finish on time - for example, we didn't really talk about Joan of Arc at the end/site of her death, which is one of the thing the kids wanted to hear about. All of a sudden, it's "you have 20 minutes on your own while I retrieve the van, and then we're heading back to Paris". It would have been better to finish in Giverny mid-morning, and then do lunch in Rouen (lots of lovely choices!) and take our time in the city vs. being so rushed. Also, tour companies must make traveling speed limit mandatory!
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Dear Michelle,
We thank you for your recommendation about Normandy Melody Small Groups Excursions.
The safety and satisfaction of our guests is our priority. Our guides are professional drivers. Respect of speed limits is not an option, it is mandatory.
We are very surprised about your return. The controls are numerous and we have never received a notification of speeding. We take your comment very carefully. If the driving does not suit you, do not hesitate to ask the driver. We are here to ensure you have the best time possible.
Regarding the visit of Giverny, I am delighted that you enjoyed the gardens and the house without the crowd of the afternoon and in the best possible conditions.
With our experience, we plan about two hours of visiting the gardens and the House, with free time to stroll through the gardens and enjoy the souvenir shop.
I understand that with children it can be too long. We only work with small groups of less than 8 people or even privately. These formats allow us to be very flexible and adapt to your expectations.
Regarding the visit of Rouen, we are delighted that you have enjoyed this beautiful city, with a thousand things to discover: the cathedral, the Big Clock, the antique dealers, the Old Market Square, the Church of Joan of Arc. Our walking tour offers a visit of the essential including sites related to Joan of Arc. We customize this walk at the request of our guests with pleasure.
We are very glad you enjoyed your small group day trip. We are delighted that you appreciated the professional comments of your guide. Being experts in their areas of history studied and very passionate story tellers makes our guides real assets.
We would love to welcome you again.
Best regards,
E
Emmett G
May 24, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Giverny/Rouen
Gardens and water lily pond visit a must. Very beautiful. Can now understand why Monet chose this place and the stunning beauty of his work.
Highlight of Rouen visit was Eglise of Jean d'Arc; stained glass unassuming from exterior but magnificent from interior.
Jean Paul and Sarah both knowledgeable and very friendly.
A must visit!!!!
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Dear guests,
Thank you for your warm recommendation,
As a specialist of the Norman Region, Giverny, Rouen, Honfleur, the satisfaction of our visitors is our priority:
> access to the gardens before the opening,
> take a picture on the Japanese bridge before the arrival of the crowd,
> discover the history of the artist behind these fabulous gardens,
> recommend a pleasant parenthesis for lunch,
> give you quality comments to understand the places and times.
We are delighted that you had a great day with us, thanks again and see you soon.
L
Laura B
May 26, 2018 · via Tripadvisor
Rouen Giverny small group tour
My husband and I visited Paris for a week with our 2 adult children and wanted to spend a day outside of the city. We booked this tour offered by Normandy Melody and were extremely pleased. Sara picked us up outside our Airbnb promptly at the prearranged time and made our excursion to Rouen and Giverny stress free. I highly recommend this company
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Dear Laura,
Many thanks for your kind comment and recommendation about Normandy Melody Small Groups Excursions. We are very glad you enjoyed your day in the footsteps of the Impressionists. We are delighted that you appreciated the professional comments of your guide.
You have a lovely family, it was a pleasure to share this region with you.
We would love to welcome you again. Best regards,
