8 days in Paris & Chalons-en-Champagne 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Fondation Claude Monet (in Giverny), Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen (in Rouen) and Palace of Versailles (in Versailles). Next up on the itinerary: admire the striking features of Louvre Museum, appreciate the extensive heritage of Montmartre, admire the natural beauty at Luxembourg Gardens, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sainte-Chapelle.

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Athens, Greece to Paris is an approximately 6.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Athens to Paris due to the time zone difference. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Athens in May; daily highs in Paris reach 64°F and lows reach 49°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Fri) early enough to travel to Chalons-en-Champagne.

Châlons-en-Champagne is a city in France. On the 28th (Sat), do a tasting at Champagne Pierre Morlet, learn about winemaking at Paul-Etienne Saint Germain, and then do a tasting at Cite du Champagne. On the 29th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: do a tasting at Champagne Thierry Rodez.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Chalons-en-Champagne trip itinerary builder website.

You can drive from Paris to Chalons-en-Champagne in 2.5 hours. In May, daytime highs in Chalons-en-Champagne are 65°F, while nighttime lows are 46°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Sun) to allow time for travel back home.