19 days in Paris & Normandy Itinerary
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Start: Toronto
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Paris
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Rouen
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Etretat
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Caen
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Bayeux
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Mont-Saint-Michel
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Paris — 4 nights
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City of Light
A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.Step out of Paris to go to Versailles and see Palace of Versailles, which is approximately 48 minutes away. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, wander the streets of Montmartre, appreciate the extensive heritage of Champs-Elysees, and don't miss a visit to Place de la Concorde.
To see ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Paris road trip planning site.
Toronto, Canada to Paris is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Toronto to Paris is 6 hours. Traveling from Toronto in August, expect a bit cooler with lows of 16°C in Paris. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) so you can go by car to Rouen.
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Rouen — 4 nights
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City of a Hundred Spires
Rouen is situated on the River Seine, about 90 minutes from Paris.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rouen: Amiens (Carnet de Voyages, Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens, &more), Giverny (Musee des impressionnismes, Fondation Claude Monet, &more) and Chateau des Tourelles (in Vernon). The adventure continues: admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, don't miss a visit to Vieux Rouen, take a stroll through Rue du Gros-Horloge, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise Saint Maclou.
To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Rouen online trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Paris to Rouen takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Rouen are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can go by car to Etretat.
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Etretat — 2 nights
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Etretat is a small coastal village on the Alabaster Coast in Normandy.Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise Notre Dame de l'Assomption, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardins d'Etretat, then make a trip to Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, then make a trip to Falaises d'Etretat, and finally don't miss a visit to Chemin des Douaniers. On the 4th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at La mer a boire, examine the collection at Musee des Pecheries, then admire the landmark architecture of Palais Benedictine, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Trinity Abbey (Abbey de la Trinite).
To find other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Etretat road trip planning app.
Traveling by car from Rouen to Etretat takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in September, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Caen.
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Caen — 3 nights
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City of a Hundred Steeples
Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there, and for the Battle for Caen--heavy fighting that took place in and around Caen during the Battle of Normandy in 1944, destroying much of the city.Get out of town with these interesting Caen side-trips: Calvados Pere Magloire L'Experience (in Pont-L'Eveque), Deauville City (Casino Barriere de Deauville & Deauville Beach) and Thalazur Cabourg (in Cabourg). There's still lots to do: get engrossed in the history at Memorial de Caen, contemplate the long history of Pegasus Bridge, learn about all things military at Musee de la Batterie de Merville, and explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Caen.
To find more things to do, maps, photos, and tourist information, read our Caen journey planner.
Traveling by car from Etretat to Caen takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Caen can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Bayeux.
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Deauville City, Ranville, Calvados Pere Magloire L'Experience, Thalazur Cabourg, Musee de la Batterie de Merville
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Bayeux — 2 nights
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Most travelers take a trip to Bayeux to see the famed tapestry depicting the legendary Norman Conquest from the 11th century.Start off your visit on the 8th (Fri): explore the galleries of Musee Memorial de la Bataille de Normandie, then examine the collection at Arromanches 360 Circular Cinema, then stroll the grounds of Bayeux War Cemetery, and finally admire the striking features of Cathedrale Notre-Dame. On the 9th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: pause for some photo ops at D-Day Monument, take in the history at Omaha Beach, stroll the grounds of Normandy American Cemetery, then stop by Cave a Vin - Le Volet qui penche, and finally take an in-depth tour of Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux.
To see traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Bayeux day trip app.
Bayeux is very close to Caen. In September, daily temperatures in Bayeux can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Mont-Saint-Michel — 2 nights
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Le Mont-Saint-Michel is an island commune in Normandy, France. Start off your visit on the 10th (Sun): make a trip to Mont Saint-Michel, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Église Saint-Pierre - Le Mont-Saint-Michel, and then explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Fougeres. On the 11th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: identify plant and animal life at Mont Saint-Michel Bay, take some stellar pictures from Cabane Vauban, then explore the world behind art at Musee d'Art Moderne Richard Anacreon, then steep yourself in history at Musee Christian Dior, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimetiere Militaire Americain de Saint-James.
To see reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Mont-Saint-Michel day trip planner.
Getting from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In September, daily temperatures in Mont-Saint-Michel can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) to allow time to fly back home.
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To see reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Mont-Saint-Michel day trip planner.
Getting from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In September, daily temperatures in Mont-Saint-Michel can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) to allow time to fly back home.
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Normandy travel guide
Discover the Alabaster Coast along the steep Normandy coast with spectacular chalk cliffs, a number of scenic villages, posh seaside holiday resorts, the Channel Islands, and the English Channel. The Channel Islands, although British Crown Dependencies, are considered culturally and historically a part of Normandy. Upper Normandy is predominantly more industrial, while Lower Normandy is predominantly agricultural. The shoreline is famed for the D-Day invasion by Allied troops on June 6, 1944, where you'll find museums and monuments with historical significance to World War II. As you explore the old towns, note the Norman architecture that follows a pattern similar to the English Romanesque architecture following the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Typical Norman villages have many half-timbered houses in their old towns and historical vessels in their old ports. One of the most popular things to do along the Alabaster Coast is sampling its local products: The region produces hard apple ciders, Calvados apple brandies, and famous Bénédictine liqueur instead of wine due to its abundance of apple orchards.
