7 Day Travel Itineraries in France

Whether your ideal vacation includes macarons in Parisian cafes or tracing the footsteps of times past in places like Normandy, you'll find one adventure after the next in France! Choose from trips that include luxury cruises to wine-tastings and find your own 7-day itinerary inspiration below, including some of the top places you can’t miss.

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Our top Itinerary for 7 days in France

Day 1: Guided Tour of Rouen, Honfleur, and Normandy Landing Beaches - Take a seat on our air-conditioned bus, which leaves our agency in the center of Paris at 7:15 am. Go on a walking tour of the city's historic district, featuring the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral, Gros Horloge (one of the city's treasures), and half-timbered houses.

Then the coach will take you to the Beaches of Normandy, which are the must-see World War II sites where the Allies landed in 1944. First, you will stop at the impressive American Cemetery in Saint Laurent/Colleville sur Mer, which covers 70 hectares.

Day 2: Guided Sightseeing Tour of Saint-Malo - After breakfast, the bus will drive for about 2 hours to the fortified city of Saint-Malo, which was once infamous for its privateers. First, you will go on a guided tour of this beautiful city and its considerable historic heritage, and then you will have time for lunch on your own. Notable sights include the city walls, Château, Saint-Malo Cathedral, and Fort National.

Day 3: Mont Saint-Michel - Let your guide lead you to the town entrance with its drawbridge and along the Grande Rue, which ends at the famous Abbey on the top of the mountain. Enjoy a guided tour of this Gothic Benedictine Abbey, which boasts a refectory, cloister, and garden offering a superb panoramic view of the sea. Afterward, you will have some free time during which you can stroll through the bustling streets and take in the incredible view of the Mont Saint-Michel Bay while you make your way down the city walls.

Day 4: Guided Tour of Amboise Castle, Clos-Lucé, and Villandry gardens - Enjoy the breakfast and set off again to explore the Loire Valley. We will take you on a journey through French history, thanks to the castle's depiction of medieval life made with highly realistic wax figures. The next stop on the tour is Château de Villandry, about sixty kilometers from Amboise. Your guide will lead you through the Villandry Gardens. Magnificent paths lined by linden trees separate the various parts of the garden with its many terraces and themes.

Days 5 and 6: Visit the most famous Castles of the Loire Valley - Your day will be spent visiting three of the most beautiful Châteaux of the Loire Valley. Board the bus and set off for Château de Chenonceau (about 30 kilometers away). Admire this splendid château with its lavishly appointed rooms. A Renaissance masterpiece, the castle's unusual architecture makes it look like something out of a fairytale that has just emerged from the Cher river. Called the "Château des Dames," Chenonceau was built and renovated over many years by several famous French women such as Diane de Poitiers and Catherine de' Medici.

Discover the full itinerary here: 4 Day Normandy, Saint Malo, Mont Saint-Michel & Loire Valley Castles

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7 days itinerary in Paris

Day 1 - Paris, France - Be swept off your feet as the Paris of your dreams comes alive. Make your way down the iconic Champs-Elysees, the hotspot for Parisian fashion, and marvel at the towering Arc de Triomphe. Words can’t do justice to the view from within the Eiffel Tower, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive dinner featuring savory French cuisine.

Day 2 - Montmartre: An Artist’s Eden - Step into the shoes of a local and navigate Le Métro – your main mode of transportation for the week. venture into the Musée de Montmartre and glimpse into the roots of cabaret and the lives of Paris' most famous artists, or head inside Sacré-Coeur and take in the city from this iconic hilltop basilica.

Day 3 - The Louvre, the Lisa, and the Local Foodie - Wander past and marvel at the palette progeny of Raphael and Botticelli before making your way to Da Vinci’s renowned Mona Lisa. Your cultural lesson continues with a culinary quest through the Montorgueil neighborhood. Follow a local foodie through the well-loved streets, indulging in specialties from family-owned stores and cozy cafes. From hot-off-the-griddle crepes to buttery pastries that melt in your mouth, you’ll get a true taste of French cuisine.

Day 4 - Once Upon a Versailles - An imperial titan located in the heart of France, discover Versailles as you wind your way through sprawling green gardens and palace halls with a local guide. From the prominent Hall of Mirrors to the opulent bedchamber of the queen, take in the palace’s most famous sights. The evening is yours to do as you please. Perhaps you'll join an optional tour of L'Opera quarter, where you'll have time to pursue luxury Parisian retailers and visit the world-famous Fragonard Musée du Parfum to discover the art of perfume making.

Day 5 - Paris as You Please – how will you spend it? Perhaps you will visit the highly acclaimed Musée D’Orsay and enjoy your included ticket to this former railroad station which now houses some of the world’s best impressionist art. Or spend the day meandering through the flourishing trees and bright grassy patches of Place des Vosges, the oldest town square in all of Paris. Enjoy free time to explore popular markets and trendy boutique stores. Take a short walk down to Île de la Cité to snap a picture of the awe-inspiring Notre Dame.

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Helpful info

Local language: French
Popular cities: Paris, Marseille, Bordeaux, Nice, Lyon
Perfect for: Museums, river cruises, wine tasting
Best time to visit: From April to June
Currency: Euro

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Northern France
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Provence
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Normandy
Trace the events that left a mark on the 20th-century throughout Normandy and across France's northern beaches on a memorable multi-day. Notable areas such as Honfleur, Bayeux and Rouen will charm you with their many historic castles and inspiring architecture.
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Loire Valley
Just a short journey from Paris will see you arrive in the picturesque Loire Valley – a UNESCO listed destination. Take in the memorable sites, prestigious vineyards, historic cities and fairytale chateaux of the Loire Valley area on a delightful tour.
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