Chartres, located close to the famed royal chateaux of the Loire Valley, and on the left bank of the Eure River, offers a diversity of things to see and do. The city is famous for its Gothic Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the finest and best preserved of its kind in Europe.
Enjoy France charming cities with this totally customizable vacation package. Visit cosmopolitan Paris (the City of Lights; unrivaled shopping, dining and romance); then, by taking trains between destinations, enjoy the beautiful Chartres (best known for its spectacular Gothic cathedral; is popular with tourists as a day trip from the capital (1hr) and as a stopping off point on the way down to the Loire Valley); after that, is Le Mans (an ancient town, with Roman walls, beautiful cathedral and very famous as the setting for the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Tours (with its gothic cathedral Saint-Gatien, with 12th-century bases and Renaissance tops). Catch a last train to, Paris, before returning home.
Fully Flexible Itinerary: Personalize your hotels, transportation, and length of stay in each city. Easily add curated experiences to complete your journey.