5-day travel itinerary for visiting the Poitou-Charentes region by car, starting from Paris:
Day 1:
- Depart from Paris early in the morning and drive to the city of Poitiers, the capital of Poitou-Charentes.
- Spend the morning exploring the historic Old Town and the famous Poitiers Cathedral.
- In the afternoon, visit the Futuroscope theme park, known for its futuristic attractions and exhibits.
- Check into a hotel in Poitiers for the night.
Day 2:
- Spend the morning visiting the town of Angoulême and its famous International Comics Festival.
- In the afternoon, visit the town of Cognac and its famous distilleries.
- Return to Poitiers and stay in the same hotel for the night.
Day 3:
- Spend the morning exploring the town of La Rochelle and its famous Old Port and Aquarium.
- In the afternoon, visit the town of Rochefort and its famous Maritime Museum.
- Check into a hotel in Rochefort for the night.
Day 4:
- Spend the morning visiting the town of Saintes and its famous Arch of Germanicus and Amphitheatre.
- In the afternoon, visit the town of Royan and its famous beaches.
- Return to Rochefort and stay in the same hotel for the night.
Day 5:
- Spend the morning exploring the Marais Poitevin and its famous canals and marshes.
- Drive back to Paris in the afternoon.