Paris & Bayeux: Best Itinerary Ideas
How many days do you need in Paris & Bayeux?
- Most travelers spend 7-9 days in Paris and Bayeux combined
- Visiting Paris and Bayeux in 5 or 6 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 10 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Amboise, Tours, and Saint-Malo
How Many Days to Spend in Paris
Recommended Itineraries for Paris & Bayeux
Recommended Itinerary for 1 Week
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris | Paris |
| Day 2 | Guided Tour of Île de la Cité & Eiffel Tower | Paris |
| Day 3 | French Baking Class & Opéra Garnier | Paris |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Versailles & Dinner Cruise | Paris |
| Day 5 | Transfer to Bayeux, City Tour | Bayeux |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to Mont-Saint-Michel | Bayeux |
| Day 7 | Depart Bayeux |
See Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower, explore the fishing villages and beaches of the Atlantic coast, and more on this weeklong itinerary to Western France. Learn to bake bread the authentic French way and visit the Opéra Garnier in the City of Lights, then enjoy fresh seafood in a typical brasserie in Saint-Malo and see the Bayeux Tapestry. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including Tours
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Evening Eiffel Tower Tour | Paris |
| Day 2 | Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre | Paris |
| Day 3 | Ile de la Cité & Paris Catacombs | Paris |
| Day 4 | Drive to Bayeux, City Tour | Bayeux |
| Day 5 | Tour of D-Day Sites | Bayeux |
| Day 6 | Drive to Tours, Châteaux & Wine | Tours |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Châteaus de Chambord & Chenonceau | Tours |
| Day 8 | Depart Tours |
Eight days is enough time to see the highlights of western France at a leisurely pace—and this road trip does just that. Spend three days in Paris, exploring the city's history and secrets—both at street level and underground. Continue west to the Atlantic coast for a vacation on Normandy's seaside, then head to Loire Valley, where 300-plus castles line the peaceful country roads. Read more
10-Day Itinerary Including Amboise
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Explore | Paris |
| Day 2 | Canal Saint-Martin Food Tour & Louvre Museum Tour | Paris |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Giverny & Dinner Cruise on the Seine | Paris |
| Day 4 | Parisian Baking Class & Eiffel Tower Summit | Paris |
| Day 5 | Train to Caen, Drive to Bayeux, Explore | Bayeux |
| Day 6 | Day Trip to Mont-Saint-Michel | Bayeux |
| Day 7 | Omaha Beach Tour, Drive to Amboise | Amboise |
| Day 8 | Free Day in the Loire Valley | Amboise |
| Day 9 | Chambord & Chenonceau Châteaux Tour, Train to Paris | Paris |
| Day 10 | Depart Paris |
This epic 10-day French adventure kicks off in Paris for three days of culture and cuisine in the "City of Lights." Then, drive to the Normandy coast to visit Mont-Saint-Michel and other historical sites—spanning 900 years—between Bayeux and Omaha Beach. Next is the Loire Valley, where you'll explore charming towns and gorgeous castles before returning to Paris (by train) for one more night on the town. Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Saint-Malo, Tours & Amboise
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, City Tour & Transfer to Bayeux | Bayeux |
| Day 2 | Day Trip to Normandy's Landing Beaches | Bayeux |
| Day 3 | Day Trip to Honfleur & Pays d'Auge | Bayeux |
| Day 4 | Drive to Saint-Malo via Guided Mont-Saint-Michel Tour | Saint-Malo |
| Days 5-6 | Explore Brittany | Saint-Malo |
| Day 7 | Drive to Tours via Rennes | Tours |
| Day 8 | Guided West Loire Valley Tour | Tours |
| Day 9 | Drive to Amboise, Explore | Amboise |
| Day 10 | Chambord & Chenonceau Châteaux Tour | Amboise |
| Day 11 | Free Day in the Loire Valley | Amboise |
| Day 12 | Train to Paris, Explore | Paris |
| Day 13 | Canal Saint-Martin Food Tour & Louvre Museum Tour | Paris |
| Day 14 | Depart Paris |
This epic trip loops around three beloved regions in France with a nice mix of free time and guided tours. Start in Normandy to visit historical sites—spanning 900 years—between Bayeux and Omaha Beach. Next is Brittany, where you'll have free time (and a car) to explore the wild, rugged coastline at your own pace. Then experience UNESCO-listed villages and castles in the Loire Valley before finishing with two days in Paris. Read more
How to travel between Paris & Bayeux
The best options for getting from Paris to Bayeux are taking the train or traveling by car. The two cities are just 163 miles (262 km) apart, the roads are well-maintained, and trains depart regularly from Paris-Saint-Lazare Station (Gare Saint-Lazare) for Caen and Bayeux in Normandy. Read more
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