Arrive in Paris and make your way to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, strolling iconic neighbourhoods such as Montmartre, the Latin Quarter, or the Champs-Élysées, and enjoying Parisian cafés and bakeries at your own pace.

Overnight in Paris

Travel by train from Paris to Bayeux in Normandy. Settle into this charming medieval town, known for the Bayeux Tapestry and its proximity to the D-Day beaches. Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring the historic centre.

Paris → Bayeux ~230 km | ~2½ hours
Overnight in Bayeux

Join a guided full-day tour of Normandy’s historic D-Day sites, including Omaha Beach, Utah Beach, Pointe-du-Hoc, Sainte-Mère-Église, and the American Cemetery. Return to Bayeux in the late afternoon.

Minivan touring ~120 km | ~7–8 hours
Overnight in Bayeux

Enjoy a relaxed morning before travelling by train to Tours, the gateway to the Loire Valley. Spend the afternoon exploring the historic centre, lively squares, cathedral, and riverside streets.

Bayeux → Tours ~360 km | ~4 hours
Overnight in Tours

Discover the Loire Valley on a guided excursion, visiting Chenonceau Castle, enjoying a local wine tasting near Amboise, and exploring the grand Château de Chambord before returning to Tours.

Minivan touring ~140 km | ~8–9 hours
Overnight in Tours

Travel by train back to Paris and enjoy a free afternoon in the capital. Revisit favourite landmarks, explore neighbourhoods, shop, or relax in cafés and gardens.

Tours → Paris ~240 km | ~2 hours
Overnight in Paris

Depart Paris according to your onward travel plans. Your rail journey through western France concludes today, with the option to extend your stay or continue to another European destination.

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