15 days in France Itinerary
Created using Inspirock France trip itinerary planner
Start: Riyadh
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Paris
— 4 nights
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Lyon
— 2 nights
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Chamonix
— 2 nights
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Marseille
— 1 night
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Nice
— 5 nights
Fly
End: Riyadh
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Paris — 4 nights
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City of Light
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.Paris is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, admire the striking features of Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou, and contemplate the long history of Arc de Triomphe.
To see photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Paris trip itinerary planner.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Paris is an approximately 9-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from Riyadh to Paris is minus 2 hours. When traveling from Riyadh in January, plan for much colder days and a bit cooler nights in Paris: temperatures range from 8°C by day to 1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to fly to Lyon.
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Lyon — 2 nights
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Culinary Capital of France
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.Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sun): stroll around Parc de la Tete d'Or, then test your team's savvy at KOEZIO Lyon, and then get the lay of the land with Walking tours. On your second day here, admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Vieux Lyon, then get to know the fascinating history of Colline de Fourviere, and finally admire the striking features of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere.
To see ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Lyon trip planner.
Getting from Paris to Lyon by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In January, daytime highs in Lyon are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Chamonix.
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Chamonix — 2 nights
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Alpine Capital of the World
Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and, most notably, the Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix is one of the oldest ski resorts in France and known as the Alpine Capital of the World.Kick off your visit on the 10th (Tue): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then take in the awesome beauty at Vallee Blanche, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Aiguille du Midi, and finally fly down the slopes at Sport 2000 Cham'Sport Aiguille du Midi. On your second day here, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Aiguille des Grands Montets, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Brevent Cable Car, then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and finally see the interesting displays at Musee Alpin.
To find more things to do, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Chamonix attractions planner.
Drive from Lyon to Chamonix in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Marseille.
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Marseille — 1 night
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Gateway to Provence
The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.Kick off your visit on the 12th (Thu): take a stroll through The Panier, stop by 72% Petanque, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, and finally take a leisurely stroll along Le Vieux Port.
To see reviews, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read Marseille road trip site.
You can drive from Chamonix to Marseille in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus and train. In January, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Nice.
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Nice — 5 nights
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Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)
Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.Nice is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Art Moderne Et d'Art Contemporain, contemplate the long history of Palais Lascaris, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and don't miss a visit to Promenade des Anglais.
For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Nice trip planner.
Getting from Marseille to Nice by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In January, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can fly back home.
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France travel guide
France has been the world's most popular tourist destination for decades, and geographically, it is one of the most diverse countries in Europe. Its cities are holiday hot spots and contain some of the greatest treasures in Europe, its countryside is prosperous and well tended, and it boasts dozens of major tourist attractions, like Paris, the French Riviera, the Atlantic beaches, the winter sport resorts of the French Alps, as well as the castles of the Loire Valley, Brittany, and Normandy. The country is renowned for its gastronomy, particularly wines and cheeses, as well as its history, culture, and fashion industry.
You'll find that the French people are very polite and may react coldly to you if you forget this. You might be surprised as you're greeted by other customers and the proprieter when you walk into a restaurant or a shop. Be sure to take your sightseeing off the beaten path in France. Besides the famous Eiffel Tower and the chic resorts of the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) you'll find many places to visit in the form of museums filled with fine art, crafts, and archaeological relics, wonderful medieval villages and castles, diverse national parks, and local shopping direct from artisans themselves.
Whether you're touring the Christmas Markets or going skiing during winter, viewing the springtime influx of color in Provence, sunbathing on the Mediterranean coast in the summer, or watching the fall foliage against the backdrop of the châteaux in the Loire Valley, you're sure to find just the right place to be. Spring is a time when the tourist attractions are just starting to expand their hours, but it may still be cold in the mountainous regions and the north. Summer is the busiest time in France with the longest hours for many museums and attractions, but it's often when you will experience the most crowds. Winter in France is filled with winter carnivals, Christmas Markets, and of course, skiing. Fall is a time to celebrate the release of Beaujolais nouveau wine in November, as well as experience Nuit Blanche, a day in October when major attractions, museums, galleries, parks, and swimming pools remain open all night.
