9 days in Paris, Lyon & Geneva Itinerary

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.

On the 24th (Sun), stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, look for gifts at Barthelemy, look for gifts at Maison Chaudun, then appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, and finally look for gifts at La Maison du Savon de Marseille.

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If you are flying in from Malaysia, the closest major airports are Paris-Orly Airport, Charles de Gaulle International Airport and Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport. In November in Paris, expect temperatures between 12°C during the day and 6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Lyon.

Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.

On the 25th (Mon), buy something for everyone on your list at Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, appreciate the extensive heritage of Fourviere Hill, get to know the fascinating history of Secrets d'Apiculteur, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Vieux Lyon, then wander the streets of The Presqu'ile, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere.

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Getting from Paris to Lyon by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and tram; or drive. In November, daytime highs in Lyon are 13°C, while nighttime lows are 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) so you can go by car to Geneva.

Geneva brings the world to one small city with a huge expat population and the highest number of international organizations in any one city.

Head to Chocolaterie Alexandre and Sweetzerland Chocolatierfor some retail therapy. Get some historical perspective at Cathedrale de St-Pierre and Archeological Site at St. Pierre's Cathedral. Spend the 28th (Thu) exploring at Lake Geneva. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Patek Philippe Museum, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, look for gifts at Auer Chocolatier, and enjoy the sand and surf at Bains des Paquis.

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Getting from Lyon to Geneva by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In November, daytime highs in Geneva are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to take a train to Paris.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Palace of Versailles and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. See some other sides of Paris: shop like a local with Champs-Elysees, see the interesting displays at Musee Rodin, look for gifts at Les Expressives, and take a stroll through Le Marais.

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Traveling by train from Geneva to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can travel back home.