FRANCE: Paris Normandy and Brittany Golf Tour

DAY 1

Meet me at Paris CDG Airport for transfer to Deauville (2.5hrs)

Deauville, lady of the French coast, its most glamorous seaside resort, symbolises elegance, prestige and sophistication.

Lodging at Deauville’s Hotel du Golf

A wonderful hotel overlooking Deauville with handsome and typical Norman architecture. The golf surrounds the hotel and is situated 10 minutes from one of Frances most famous shopping areas, Deauville and 30 minutes from the magnificent Honfleur, the painters port.

Evening welcome drinks and dinner

Day 2

Golf Deauville

Golf Barrière Deauville is renowned as one of the most beautiful golf courses in France.

Deauville is a top 100 course ranked no.58. Architects Tom Simpson and Henry Cotton designed the courses set in 70 magnificent hectares. Magnificebtly maintained with views over the sea and countryside the Golf Barrière Deauville is a genuine championship course that has hosted the French open.

Afternoon: Tasting visit, Calvados liquor distillery

Château de Breuil
Nestled in the heart of the Pays Auge, the Château de Breuil is one of the finest examples of the regions architectural heritage.

The Château De Breuil stands proud amidst vast parkland with hundred year old trees.

Built in the 16th and 17th centuries, many a noble family has resided here.

Day 3

Morning: Visit Normandy DDay sites

Visit the DDay beaches, Omaha Beach and Sainte Mère Eglise, the first town to be liberated and where the church square was made famous by the film 'The longest day' Visit commemorative monuments and memorial gardens.

Afternoon: Visit Bayeaux Cathedral and see the Bayeaux Tapestry

Visit of the wonderfully intact city of Bayeux and the famous Bayeux Tapestry.

This entrely uique 11th century masterpiece showing the conquest of England by William Duke of Normandy in 58 scenes.

The Bayeaux Tapestry has recently been added to the UNESCO memory of the world register

We also visit a gem of Norman architecture,  the Bayeaux Cathedral was consecrated in 1077 in the presence of William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy and King of England.

Around the Cathedral, the historic centre offers a rich heritage comprising timber framed houses, manors and townhouses.

Day 4

Golf at Entretat Golf Course

Situated at the top of Etretat’s cliffs and overlooking the worldwide known natural arches in
the cliffs (Aiguille Creuse), this outstanding golf course is considered as one of the most
spectacular in Europe.

Suggested sightseeing Honfleur

An old town mentioned in historical documents as early as the 11th century.
Amongst the most important towns in the Duchy of Normandy.

We visit the small town and its famous painters port with its colourful fishing boats and timber beamed houses, a haven for artists since the impressionist period.

Day 5

Travel to Brittany (2.5hrs) On the way
Golf at Granville

Granville is an authentic links course originally designed in 1912. Amid the dunes of Granville you can feel the sea spray.

Another top 100 course, this time no. 19 in France, it has undulating fairways and often windy conditions, Granville is a challenge and an experience not to be missed.

Lodging at the Grand Hotel Dinard

The Grand Hotel de Dinard is a prestigious hotel with an architecture dating back to the second empire which overlooks the sea and faces the ramparts of Saint-Malo.

Close to the beaches and the casino, the Grand Hotel de Dinard has all the charms of a typical seaside resort and has long been a favourite destination for aristocratic families.

Day 6

Golf at Dinard

Dinard is the second oldest golf course in France. Another top 100 course, this time ranked 23 in France.

Set along the shore, this traditional links course designed by Tom Dunn in 1887 has conserved its Scottish design.

With a par 68 (5700 metres) this course plays longer than its metreage with the wind coming off the ocean and offers spectacular views of the Emerald Coast.

Sightseeing St Malo

Saint Malo, a fortified city built on granite rock is known for its castle, the cathedral of Saint Vincent and its 14th century ramparts which over look the sea.

Day 7

Golf at Pleneuf

Pleneuf is a superb seaside golf course with breathtaking views of the sea from most holes.

Yet another of Frances top 100 courses, (no.67) and widely considered one of the prettiest courses in France.
A few holes are set along the beach, particularly the 11th, an outstanding par 5 that overlooks the entire coast.

Suggested sightseeing Cap Fréhel

At the very end of 300 acres of wild land and dominating the sea at over 70 metres high the shale and pink sandstone cliffs offer one of the most beautiful views of Brittany.

Day 8

Travel to Paris, on the way
Guided tour of Mont St Michel

Mont-Saint-Michel and its surrounding bay were inscribed on the UNESCO list of World heritage Sites in 1979 for its unique aesthetic and importance as a Catholic site.

The communes position, on an island just a few hundred metres from land made it accessible at low tide to pilgrims.

Lodging at the Bedford Hotel

Ideally located in the heart of Paris very close to Concorde Plaza and Champs Elysées, the Bedford Hotel is elegant and unobtrusive with calm, spacious rooms and efficient service.

Day 9

Golf at Chantilly (old) Course

Regularly ranked among the top ten courses in Continental Europe, Chantilly Golf Course is a treat for golfers.

Designed by on of the centuries best golf course architects, Tom Simpson it has hosted the French Open 10 times.

Suggested sightseeing tour Château de Chantilly Musée Condé

Raising from the river, the Château de Chantilly stands at the heart of a vast domain covering 7,800 acres.

The Château de Chantilly is one of the finest jewels in the crown of Frances cultural heritage and one of Frances finest museums, housing historical paintings by Raphaël, Poussin and Delacroix and has a library that is stocked with rare and precious books and manuscripts.

Day 10

Golf at La Boulie Racing Club de France golf course

La Boulie is one of those old traditional designs that every golfer looks for. Designed by the famous Willie Park Jr, ranked no. 40 in France.
The course record for La Vallée is held by Seve Ballesteros with 61 at the French Open.

Visit to the Palace of Versailles

At the origin, the Château de Versailles was a hunting lodge used by Louis XIII, Louis the XIV made Versailles his residence in the second part of the 17th century.

The Royal Palce features splendid apartments, world renowned, magnificent gardens and the famous Le Grand Trianon a long Italian Palace built for the king to escape to with his mistress.

The mirror gallery, recently restored and the kings room remain places not to be missed.

Day 11

Transfer to Paris CDG Airport

Depart

Anne, you’ve outdone yourself with this one!
The Queenstown golf trip was outstanding, certainly exceeding my expectations.
The superior accommodation and hospitality at beautiful Millbrook, golf at nearby Jacks Point, Arrowtown and Queenstown courses made this a truly wonderful golfing experience.
Thanks, Anne, for organising this fantastic New Zealand golfing holiday – one I'd certainly do again.
Cathy Piper

Hi Anne,

I just wanted to say thank you so much for the fabulous time we had last week in China. Such a special treat. How blissful to be able to focus so fully on my golf for an entire 10 days, I loved every minute. So well organised, everything ran so smoothly, the courses were spectacular and scenery is, as you well know, so memorable. The other golfers were lovely and I am organising a game of golf at my club with some of the ladies I met in a few weeks.

I also used that little tip you gave me about my posture yesterday and I had 37 points, it worked really well.

Thanks again Anne, cant wait for the next tour,

Rose P. Recent Anne Rollo Golf Tour attendee

Notes and extra info on this tour

This tour is open to the first 20 golfers to apply.

You do not have to be a good golfer, as long as you have a handicap you are most welcome. We run a very relaxed stableford competition each day with a winner and runner up and and overall winner, but you are not compelled to be involved, you dont even have to score if you dont want to. The handicaps are across the full range and the age of most attendees is similar to that of a golf club.

Open to men and women, singles and couples, pairs, groups, everyone. Come on your own and we will look after you. We will attempt to pair you with similar standard golfers and mix you around too, but only if you wish.

The tour is fully escorted by golf professional Anne Rollo. It includes pre game and on course tips but no structured lessons, however Anne will accompany each group for a few holes each day so there is plenty of chance to get tips and tricks from a professional during the tour.

We are travelling in a luxury bus with tables, airconditioning, leather seats and refrigerator.

The sightseeing is all optional and included, you can join in or do your own thing, its entirely up to you.

*Golf carts are not included but are available at all courses except Chantilly where electric trolleys are available.

If you would like to book your place please email linz@fixmygolfswing or call or sms 0418 309 830 but hurry as this tour will fill quickly.

Look forward to welcoming you on this tour,

Anne