France 4 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Paris

  • Place de la Concorde & Champs-Élysées (Morning)

    • Start your day by visiting Place de la Concorde, the largest square in Paris. Then, head towards the iconic Champs-Élysées with its luxury boutiques and cafes.

  • Louvre Museum (Afternoon)

    • The Louvre is one of the world’s largest museums and a historic monument in Paris. It’s home to thousands of works of art, including the Mona Lisa.

  • Eiffel Tower (Late Afternoon)

    • Don’t miss out on a visit to the Eiffel Tower. You can either take an elevator ride or climb the stairs for a unique experience.

  • Seine River Cruise (Evening)

    • Take a relaxing cruise along the Seine River and enjoy the beautiful cityscape of Paris at night.

Things to Know:

  • Language: French is the official language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
  • Currency: Euro
  • Visa Requirements: Check if you need a visa for travel to France (depends on your country of origin). More information can be found at france-visas.gouv.fr.

Day 2: Versailles

  • Palace of Versailles (Whole Day)
    • Spend the day exploring the magnificent Palace of Versailles, including the Hall of Mirrors and the Gardens.

Transportation:

  • You can take a train from Paris to Versailles-Rive-Gauche station, which is just a short walk from the palace.

Day 3: Loire Valley

  • Château de Chambord (Whole Day)
    • Visit the largest chateau in the Loire Valley, known for its distinctive French Renaissance architecture.

Transportation:

  • Rent a car or take a guided tour from Paris to explore the Loire Valley.

Day 4: Nice & French Riviera

  • Promenade des Anglais (Morning)

    • Take a stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais, enjoy the beautiful beaches and admire the Belle Époque architecture.

  • Old Town (Vieille Ville) (Afternoon)

    • Wander through the narrow streets of Nice’s Old Town, visit Cours Saleya Market and taste some local specialties like socca or panisse.

  • Château de la Napoule (Evening)

    • A short drive from Nice, visit this unique castle that was expanded by the eccentric American couple, Henry and Marie Clews.

Transportation:

  • Take a train from Paris to Nice. Rent a car or take guided tours for exploring the French Riviera.