Days 2, 3, 4, 5 - While here we will experience the breathtaking Alignments du Menec, Kermario & Kerlescan at Carnac - a site possibly at least 10,000 years old with more than 1000 standing stones, some over 10 ft tall; the Giant of Manio (the tallest stone); the Quadrilateral stone formation; the Eredeven alignments; the Locmariaquer Megalithic Group (Stone formations) & the Gulf of Morbihan with the magnificent Gavrinis ancient earth mound & Circles of Er Lannic. Gavrinis is a mound on an island in Gulf of Morbihan - best carvings in the Carnac-Locmariaquer area. 23 of the 29 upright passage and chamber stones are carved, as well as the chamber capstone. Most of the stones are decorated with swirls (look like fingerprints) and most have been smoothed before carved. Circles of Er Lannic are on an island south of Gavr'Inis in Gulf of Morbihan - 2 tangential circles; 28 stones in north circle, 32 in south circle; stones 2-5 meters high. Half of north circle and all of south circle are submerged; evidence that sea level has risen and Gulf flooded since circles were built. Throughout the tour we will explore the teachings noted on the front page.
Day 6 - Free day here in Quiberon on the sea. Optional Extras - travel by boat for day trip to nearby Belle Ile, an island that is like a minature Brittany. 2 of my group traveled there on a previous tour and loved it. Can get a guided bus tour of the island when there. Time for walking, bike riding, exploring, shopping.
Day 7 - Leave this area and travel to Monteneuf area for its incredible standing stone sites. Les Pierres Droites (the upright, or straight stones) comprise some 400 standing stones that only recently came to the attention of archaeologists. It was after a forest fire about 20 years ago that the significance of this alignment of menhirs, now thought to be one of the most important in France, was realised. Most of the standing stones have been hewn from local schist, but a few are white quartz that have come from some distance. The biggest menhir is 5 meters high and weighs at least 30 tons. Picnic lunch while here. Continue on, this afternoon, to Mont St. Michel. Overnight 1 night in the area. See the beautiful mount lit up at night. Here for 2 nights.
Day 8 - Visit Mont St-Michel today - Mont St. Michel is a magnificent church on an incredible site - a small rocky island in a shallow tidal bay. In the early eighth century, the Archangel Michael appeared to Bishop Aubert of Avranges, who started an oratory. In 966, a Benedictine monastery was established. In 1020, Richard II began the Abbey Church, and supported Abbot Hildebert’s construction efforts. Mont St. Michel, a rocky, cone-shaped islet in northwestern France, in the Gulf of Saint-Malo, is connected by a causeway with the mainland. The islet also has small houses and shops on its lowest level. Above these stand the monastic buildings, many of which date from the 13th century and are considered outstanding examples of Gothic architecture. The entire islet is crowned by the abbey church, about 73 m (about 240 ft) above sea level. Several energy lines pass through the mount and the church. Overnight here tonight.
Day 9 & 10 - Leave this morning for travel to Chartres and overnight for 2 nights. Chartres and the magnificent Chartres Cathedral. This is one of the most magnificent cathedrals in the world & is a symphony of sacred geometry. The cathedral is built on a Druidic & Pagan Site - an incredible high energy site filled with mystery. Chartres Cathedral marks the high point of French Gothic art. The vast nave, the porches are adorned with fine sculptures from the middle of the 12th century, and the magnificent 12th- and 13th-century stained-glass windows, all in remarkable condition, combine to make it a masterpiece. We will visit the Underground grotto - The Black Madonna is found (copy of original burned during the revolution) under the large Chartres Cathedral. The Underground chamber where the Black Virgin stands is reputed to be an ancient temple of the Great Goddess. Chartres itself is also said to be the capital of the ancient Druid world. Also we will see the Labyrinth in floor, stained glass windows, ley lines, massive crypt & well. Chairs usually cover the Labyrinth but on Fridays, the Labyrinth is free of chairs. Overnight in Chartres for 2 nights. Day 11 - Continue with free time in Chartres today. Later afternoon travel to Paris CDG airport area for flights home on Day 11 or continue on with time in Paris, or other travel, on your own.
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