Morning: Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport, transfer to your hotel in central Paris and settle in.
Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk along the Seine River, admire the view of the Eiffel Tower from the Trocadéro Gardens.
Evening: Enjoy a welcome dinner in the lively Latin Quarter, then a short night‑cap at a nearby café.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the world‑famous Louvre Museum to see the Mona Lisa and other masterpieces.
Afternoon: Stroll through the historic Île de la Cité, touring Notre‑Dame Cathedral and the charming Sainte‑Chapelle.
Evening: Head to Montmartre for sunset over the city from the Sacré‑Cœur, followed by dinner in a traditional bistro.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a RER train to the opulent Palace of Versailles and explore the Hall of Mirrors.
Afternoon: Wander the expansive Versailles Gardens, including the Grand Trianon and the musical fountain shows.
Evening: Return to Paris for a late‑night cruise on the Seine, soaking in illuminated landmarks.
Find HotelsMorning: Board a high‑speed train from Paris to Bordeaux, then a regional train to Sarlat‑la‑Canéda.
Afternoon: Pick up a rental car and check into your hotel; enjoy a relaxed lunch in the medieval town center.
Evening: Explore the illuminated cobblestone streets of Sarlat, sampling local duck confit at a traditional restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to the Lascaux IV Cave (recreation) to discover prehistoric art.
Afternoon: Visit the picturesque villages of Beynac‑et‑Couloun and Rocamadour, enjoying riverside views and medieval architecture.
Evening: Return to Sarlat for a relaxed dinner beside the Vézère River.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart Sarlat and drive north to the Loire Valley; first stop at the grand Château de Chambord.
Afternoon: Continue to the elegant Château de Chenonceau, strolling its beautiful gardens and the river‑spanning arches.
Evening: Stay overnight in a charming hotel near Amboise, enjoying a wine tasting of local Loire varietals.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to the iconic Mont Saint‑Michel, explore the abbey and tidal bay.
Afternoon: Continue north to the Normandy coast, checking into a hotel in the historic town of Dinan.
Evening: Wander Dinan’s medieval quarter, dine on fresh seafood by the river, and enjoy a quiet night.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the famous Bayeux Tapestry and the Bayeux Cathedral.
Afternoon: Drive to the Canadian War Cemetery at Houlgate and the Juno Beach Centre, reflecting on WWII history.
Evening: End the day in the charming port town of Honfleur, strolling its old harbour and enjoying dinner at a waterfront restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the dramatic white chalk cliffs and natural arches of Étretat, perfect for photography.
Afternoon: Begin the drive back to Paris, stopping for a quick coffee in the seaside town of Le Havre if time permits.
Evening: Arrive in Paris, check into a hotel near Montmartre for a final night; enjoy a farewell dinner with a view of the city lights.
Find HotelsMorning: Wander the artistic streets of Montmartre, visit the Place du Tertre and the historic Moulin Rouge façade before heading to the airport.
Find HotelsIf you wish to extend the trip, consider adding a full day in the Loire Valley to visit additional châteaux such as Château de Villandry or a wine‑tour in Bordeaux. To shorten the itinerary, you can skip the Versailles day trip and replace it with a half‑day museum visit in Paris, or combine the Dordogne and Loire segments by flying from Bordeaux to Paris instead of driving.