How many days do you need in Paris, Bayeux & Tours?
- Most travelers spend 8-10 days in Paris, Bayeux, and Tours combined
- Visiting Paris, Bayeux, and Tours in 6 or 7 days is possible but will feel rushed
- With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Bordeaux and Saint-Malo
How Many Days to Spend in Paris
Recommended Itineraries for Paris, Bayeux & Tours
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| 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, where you'll explore 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+ castles line the peaceful country roads. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Bordeaux
| 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 | Day Trip to Versailles | Paris |
| Day 4 | Ile de la Cité & Paris Catacombs | Paris |
| Day 5 | Drive to Bayeux & City Tour | Bayeux |
| Day 6 | Tour of D-Day Sites | Bayeux |
| Day 7 | Day Trip to Mont-Saint-Michel | Bayeux |
| Day 8 | Drive to Tours, Châteaux & Wine | Tours |
| Day 9 | Day Trip to Châteaus de Chambord & Chenonceau | Tours |
| Day 10 | Visit Clos Lucé & Chateau of Amboise | Tours |
| Day 11 | Drive to Bordeaux & Luxurious Dinner | Bordeaux |
| Day 12 | Morning Market Visit & Bordeaux Bike Tour | Bordeaux |
| Day 13 | Oyster Tasting & Wine in St. Emilion | Bordeaux |
| Day 14 | Depart Bordeaux |
Spend two weeks exploring the highlights of western France, from the City of Lights to the quiet villages of the Loire Valley. Sample pastries in Paris and head underground to see the catacombs, then hit the road for the beaches on the Normandy coast. End the trip in Bordeaux, where you'll haggle with vendors for fresh seafood at an 18th-century market. Read more
2-Week Itinerary Including Saint-Malo & Amboise
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, City Tour & Transfer to Bayeux | Bayeux |
| Day 2 | Normandy's Landing Beaches Tour | Bayeux |
| Day 3 | Honfleur & Pays d'Auge Tour | Bayeux |
| Day 4 | Mont Saint Michel Tour & Drive to Saint-Malo | Bayeux |
| Days 5-6 | Explore Brittany | Saint-Malo |
| Day 7 | Drive to Tours via Rennes | Tours |
| Day 8 | West Loire Valley Tour | Tours |
| Day 9 | Drive to Amboise, Explore | Amboise |
| Day 10 | Chambord & Chenonceau Tour | Paris |
| 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
15-Day Itinerary Including Bordeaux & Honfleur
| 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 | Day Trip to Versailles | Paris |
| Day 4 | Ile de la Cité & Paris Catacombs | Paris |
| Day 5 | Drive to Honfleur, Explore | Honfleur |
| Day 6 | Tour of Pays d'Auge & Drive to Bayeux | Bayeux |
| Day 7 | Tour of D-Day Sites | Bayeux |
| Day 8 | Day Trip to Mont-Saint-Michel | Bayeux |
| Day 9 | Bayeux to Tours, Châteaux & Wine | Tours |
| Day 10 | Day Trip to Châteaus de Chambord & Chenonceau | Tours |
| Day 11 | Visit Clos Lucé & Chateau of Amboise | Tours |
| Day 12 | Drive to Bordeaux & Luxurious Dinner | Bordeaux |
| Day 13 | Morning Market Visit & Bordeaux Bike Tour | Bordeaux |
| Day 14 | Oyster Tasting & Wine in St. Emilion | Bordeaux |
| Day 15 | Depart Bordeaux |
Fifteen days is enough time to get off the beaten path in western France on this road trip from Paris to Bordeaux. Start in the capital city, where you'll visit the Louvre and enjoy afternoon walks along the Seine River. Head west along the Atlantic Coast to explore World War II history and explore small fishing villages and beaches, then continue south for countryside castles, Bordeaux wine, and the famed Arcachon oysters. Read more
How to travel between Paris, Bayeux & Tours
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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