How many days do you need in Paris, Bayeux & Amboise?
- Most travelers spend 9-12 days in Paris, Bayeux, and Amboise combined
- Visiting Paris, Bayeux, and Amboise in 7 or 8 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
- With 13 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Saint-Malo and Tours
How Many Days to Spend in Paris
Recommended Itineraries for Paris, Bayeux & Amboise
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| 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
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Extended Itineraries
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 & Amboise
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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