Journey to discover Bourges, a UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its magnificent Gothic cathedral and remarkably preserved medieval center. Explore Jacques Coeur's palace and wander through centuries of French history in this former capital of Berry province with its unique architectural heritage.
Your friendly driver collects you from Rouen and provides comfortable transportation to Bourges, allowing you to explore UNESCO heritage and medieval splendor without worrying about the longer southern journey through rural France.
Begin at Cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Bourges, a masterpiece of French Gothic architecture with its unique design featuring five portals instead of the traditional three and no transept, creating remarkable interior unity and an unobstructed view from entrance to altar. Climb the tower for panoramic views over the city and Berry countryside's rolling hills, then explore the crypt with its 12th-century foundations, Romanesque sculptures, and ancient stones that predate the Gothic cathedral above. Visit the stunning Jacques Coeur Palace, a 15th-century masterpiece of civil Gothic architecture built by one of medieval Europe's wealthiest merchants and financier to King Charles VII, whose rise from humble origins to enormous wealth exemplifies medieval commercial success. Wander through the palace's lavishly decorated rooms with their intricate stone carvings, symbolic decorations, trompe-l'oeil effects, and remarkable architectural innovations that demonstrate the height of medieval luxury and sophistication. Explore Bourges' exceptionally well-preserved medieval center, discovering half-timbered houses with their distinctive timber frameworks, the beautiful Prés Fichaux gardens with their geometric patterns and peaceful walking paths, and the Berry region's traditional architecture that tells the story of France's medieval prosperity and regional identity. Don't miss the fascinating underground galleries beneath the city that served various purposes from wine storage to workshops throughout the centuries, and have recently been restored to showcase medieval urban planning and daily life.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.