Paris: Head straight to the heart of Paris on a walking tour of the ?le de la Cit?, the island in the Seine where the city was first settled. Cross the stone arches of the Pont Neuf, or New Bridge?which is actually the oldest bridge in Paris! The rest of the day is yours to explore the City of Light. Choose to climb the steps of the Eiffel Tower, float down the River Seine, or explore inside the iconic pyramid of the Louvre, home to treasures such as the "Mona Lisa" and the "Venus de Milo."

Giverny/Honfleur/Bayeux: Travel outside the city to the village of Giverny, and visit the home of Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Wander around weeping willows and green lily ponds in the gardens that inspired some of his greatest works of art. Then head to Honfleur, a colorful port town sitting where the Seine meets the English Channel. Enjoy lunch and stroll the streets of this seaside community, where many great artists have painted the rainbow of fishing boats afloat in the harbor. Later, continue to Bayeux, an ancient city that has been sacked by Vikings, conquered by the English, and occupied by the Germans in World War II.

Chenonceaux/Amboise/Blois: Wake up this morning and head out on the water for a canoeing excursion along the Cher River. Paddle past picturesque medieval towns to the incredible Ch?teau de Chenonceau. This fairy-tale castle spans the river, while the gardens enclose sculpted hedges, a fantastic fountain, and a tricky maze. Later, venture to the last home of Leonardo da Vinci?the spectacular Ch?teau du Clos Luc?. Young travelers can pick up a special "inventor?s notebook" and set out to invent a machine using da Vinci?s ingenious tips and tricks.

Paris: Depart at any time.