6 Brittany Tours in France, Compared

1.Sailing Cruise to Fort Boyard

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 623 reviews · 4 hours · from $53Our pick

You’ll sail from La Rochelle’s old harbor aboard a 16-meter catamaran, cross the bay, pass the Richelieu Tower and Les Minimes, then circle Fort Boyard. A French-speaking captain and crew handle the boat while you enjoy the sea, bring a picnic, and take photos from the deck or trampolines.

“We had booked earlier trip at midday on previous day but this was deferred due to weather. Our trip left dock at 19.30. Conditions were choppy and seating on catamaran is meagre. Do not recall any info called out re islands we passed. Crew handled navigation with skill and good humour, keenness to say a little in English not huge though.”

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2.Nantes CityPass : 24/48/72 Hours/7 Days Full Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 320 reviews · 1 - 7 days · from $34

Use the Pass Nantes for 24, 48, 72 hours, or 7 days of access to more than 50 attractions, city transport, airport shuttle service, cruises, guided tours, museums, bike and kayak rentals, and seasonal extras. Plan ahead for timed activities and seasonal closures.

“Unfortunately most of the attractions that we wished to visit using the day pass were closed.”

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3.Saint-Malo: Guided Boat Tour with Local Captain

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 300 reviews · 1 hour - 90 minutes · from $46Top rated

Join a French- and English-speaking captain for a 1 or 1.5-hour cruise from Saint-Malo. You will see the ramparts, Petit Bé, Fort National, Alet, Dinard, and the outer harbor from the water, with local history, sea air, and a comfortable boat ride.

“The guide was very kind and explained everything nicely. It was a relaxing ride and we thoroughly enjoyed. My 11 year old also had a lot of fun.”

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4.Bay of Quiberon or Morbihan gulf: Evening 2 hours navigation

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 135 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

Spend two peaceful evening hours on an 18-meter Caseneuve catamaran, sailing from Quiberon, La Trinité-sur-Mer, or Baden. Choose Quiberon Bay and the Teignouse lighthouse, or Morbihan Gulf and its many islands. An aperitif is served, but bring a picnic if you want dinner.

“The captain was excellent and took time to explain things to us in English. The trip was so peaceful and chilled with nibbles and drinks as an added bonus.”

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5.GUIDED IN SEGWAY – MENHIRS – 1:30

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 53 reviews · 1h 30m · from $53

Explore Carnac by Segway with a French- or English-speaking guide. After a 10-minute safety class, ride through woodland to the Saint-Michel tumulus and Kermario menhir alignments, with stories, photo stops, and a poncho available if rain arrives.

“Merci à Alexandre pour son empathie et sa patience. Vraiment une super activité. Une excellente experience. Vraiment un sans faute. Et un merveilleux souvenir. À faire et à refaire.”

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6.Quiberon: Ferry tickets from/to Belle-Île-en-Mer, Le Palais

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 33 reviews · from $23Best value

Ride Compagnie Océane's 50-minute ferry from Quiberon to Le Palais on Belle-Île-en-Mer. You get indoor and outdoor seating, luggage transport, and a full day to follow the island's walking and cycling routes at your own pace. Check your ticket option for one-way or return travel.

“I had bought the ferry tickets from Trainline in the UK, and discovered that the QR codes on them had to be converted to actual tickets when we got to the port at Quiberon. However this was done efficiently by the staff there.”

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