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11-Day Paris, Switzerland & Italy Itinerary from Delhi | 26 Sep – 6 Oct 2025 (2 people)

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Day 1: Outbound Flight

Delhi, India on September 26, 2025

9:30pm

Flight DEL → CDG (multi-city ticket: DEL→PAR, return MIL→DEL)

Overnight direct or 1-stop flight to Paris. Book a multi-city fare: Delhi to Paris outbound, Milan to Delhi return. Flight time ~9–11h depending on carrier; overnight means you sleep on plane and arrive next morning in Paris. Recommended carriers: Air France, Emirates or Lufthansa for best timing and baggage. Book early for best fares.
INR170000, 9h30m

8:00pm

Airport transfer / check-in

Arrive at IGI Airport 3 hours before international departure; pre-book app cab or meet-and-greet. Allow time for immigration and boarding.
INR1200, 1h0m

Day 2: Arrival & Paris Sights

Paris, France on September 27, 2025

6:30am

Arrival Paris CDG → Transfer to hotel

Arrive CDG early morning; take RER B + taxi or pre-booked transfer to central Paris (1h). Drop luggage at hotel (early check-in subject to availability) and freshen up.
INR3500, 1h30m

8:00am

Breakfast — Carette (Place du Trocadéro)

Classic Parisian breakfast with pastries and coffee; perfect spot for early views of Trocadéro and the Eiffel. Open from ~7:30am. Good to start light after long flight.
INR1500, 1h0m

9:30am

Hotel check-in (central 4★)

Check into a central 4★ hotel (1 double room). Example: Hotel Le 123 Sébastopol or similar (central 1st–8th arr.). Convenient for metro access.
INR15000, 30m

11:00am

Louvre Museum

Visit the Louvre to see Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and main highlights. Book timed tickets in advance. Open 9:00am–6:00pm (closed Tue). Book 2–3 hours to see highlights.
INR4000, 3h0m

2:30pm

Lunch — Café Marly (Louvre)

Lunch with Louvre courtyard views; good for a relaxed afternoon meal. Open ~12:00pm–3:30pm for lunch service.
INR3500, 1h15m

4:30pm

Walk along Seine & Île de la Cité

Leisurely riverside walk, pass Notre-Dame exterior and the historic islands. Many bookshops and photo spots. Open all day — flexible duration.
INR0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Seine River Cruise (Bateaux-Mouches)

One-hour evening cruise to see illuminated monuments including the Eiffel Tower. Cruises run until late; book 7:00–8:00pm slot.
INR4000, 1h0m

8:30pm

Dinner — Le Relais de l'Entrecôte

Classic French steak-frites with a lively atmosphere; open evenings ~7pm–11pm. No-reservation policy at some branches—arrive early or reserve where possible.
INR4500, 1h30m

Day 3: Paris — Iconics

Paris, France on September 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast — Local patisserie

Quick local bakery breakfast (croissant, coffee). Patisseries open ~7:00am onwards.
INR800, 45m

9:30am

Eiffel Tower visit (summit option)

Pre-book tickets for summit access to avoid long queues. Opening hours ~9:00am–midnight depending on season; morning slots are less crowded.
INR8000, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Le Ciel de Paris (Montparnasse Tower)

Panoramic lunch above Paris with views of the city; open for lunch 12:00pm–2:30pm. Good alternative to long Eiffel queues for views.
INR6000, 1h15m

2:30pm

Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur stroll

Wander artist square Place du Tertre, visit Sacré-Cœur basilica. The basilica is open all day (check for specific mass times).
INR0, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner — Le Refuge des Fondus (Montmartre)

Fun fondue experience in Montmartre; popular and informal, open evenings. Book or expect queue. Good local experience.
INR3000, 1h30m

9:30pm

Return to hotel

Relax and pack for next-day rail transfer to Switzerland.
INR0, 30m

Day 4: Versailles or Museum Day

Paris, France on September 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Usually included with hotel; otherwise nearby cafe. Prepare luggage for early next-day departure if needed.
INR0, 45m

9:30am

Optional day trip — Palace of Versailles

Visit the palace and gardens; book timed entry and RER C train. Palace open 9:00am–6:30pm (closed Mon). Allow 3–4 hours including gardens (longer if Musical Fountains).
INR8000, 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch — Café at Versailles or back in Paris

Casual lunch near the palace or in Paris on return, open midday onwards.
INR2500, 1h0m

4:30pm

Leisure: Champs-Élysées & Arc de Triomphe

Walk shopping street and climb (or view) Arc de Triomphe; open ~10:00am–10:30pm. Great for sunset photos from the top.
INR2000, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner — L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon (if splurge) or bistro

Reserve in advance. Open evenings typically 7:00pm onwards. Splurge option for a memorable French meal.
INR8000, 1h45m

Day 5: Rail to Switzerland

Paris → Interlaken, Switzerland on September 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast & hotel checkout

Early breakfast and check out; take luggage to station. Leave hotel by 7:30–8:00am for Gare de Lyon (or Gare de l'Est depending connection).
INR0, 1h0m

8:55am

Train: Paris → Basel → Interlaken (TGV + Swiss rail)

High-speed TGV to Basel then local Swiss rail to Interlaken. Total travel ~5–6 hours door-to-door. Book in advance for reserved seats.
INR12000, 6h0m

3:30pm

Arrive Interlaken → Hotel check-in

Check into a comfortable hotel (example: Hotel Interlaken or 3★/4★ central). Rest and enjoy mountain-air evening.
INR12000, 45m

5:00pm

Walk along Höheweg & Lake Thun (short cruise option)

Stroll Höheweg promenade; take short lakeside photos and relax. Boat cruises on Lake Thun run seasonal hours (~9am–6pm).
INR2000, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner — Restaurant Taverne (local Swiss)

Try Swiss Rösti or fondue; typical open 6:00pm–10:00pm. Good alpine dinner to recover from travel.
INR4000, 1h15m

Day 6: Jungfraujoch Day

Interlaken / Jungfrau Region, Switzerland on October 1, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast to catch mountain train. Confirm weather and train times night before. Dress warmly for alpine conditions.
INR0, 45m

8:30am

Excursion — Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe)

Full-day excursion via train to Kleine Scheidegg and Jungfraujoch — glaciers, Ice Palace and panoramic views. Trains run early; round-trip takes most of the day. Book Swiss Rail tickets or excursion package. Check weather forecast; open year-round but may close during extreme weather.
INR36000, 9h0m

6:30pm

Return to Interlaken & Dinner

Relaxed alpine dinner after return. Expect later arrival ~6:00–7:00pm depending connections.
INR3500, 1h15m

Day 7: Lucerne & Mountain

Interlaken → Lucerne, Switzerland on October 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & checkout

Breakfast at hotel and check out. Short rail ride to Lucerne (approx 2 hours).
INR0, 1h0m

10:30am

Train Interlaken → Lucerne

Comfortable scenic train through Bernese Oberland; journey ~2h. Arrive midday in Lucerne and drop luggage at hotel.
INR2500, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Restaurant Rathaus Brauerei (Lucerne)

Local Swiss-German cuisine in the old town; open for lunch from midday.
INR2500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Mt. Titlis day trip (or Pilatus)

Take the train/cable car from Lucerne to Engelberg then Titlis rotair gondola. Open 8:30am–5:00pm (seasonal). Book tickets in advance. Spectacular glacier and suspension bridge experience.
INR18000, 5h0m

8:30pm

Dinner — Old Town Lucerne

Casual dinner in Lucerne’s old town; many options open 6:00pm–10:00pm. Relax after a full mountain day.
INR3000, 1h15m

10:00pm

Hotel overnight — Lucerne (1 night)

Check-in to a central 3★/4★ in Lucerne (one night).
INR12000, 30m

Day 8: To Milan, Italy

Lucerne → Milan, Italy on October 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & checkout

Hotel breakfast; board direct trains to Milan. Pack for Italy (slightly warmer weather).
INR0, 45m

9:00am

Train Lucerne → Milan (EuroCity)

Scenic Swiss-Italian rail route via Gotthard/Alps; journey ~3–4 hours. Arrive Milan midday. Book reserved seats.
INR7000, 4h0m

1:30pm

Hotel check-in (Milan, 3★/4★)

Check into central hotel near Duomo or Centrale. Example: Hotel Gran Duca di York or similar.
INR10000, 30m

2:30pm

Lunch — Luini (panzerotti) or Mercato Centrale

Quick and iconic Milanese lunch; Mercato Centrale offers multiple choices. Open midday onwards.
INR1500, 45m

4:00pm

Duomo di Milano & Rooftops

Visit the cathedral and rooftop terraces for city views. Duomo open ~9:00am–7:00pm; rooftop access has separate hours—book in advance.
INR4000, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — Ristorante Savini (Galleria)

Classic Milanese dining in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II area; book ahead for evening seatings.
INR6000, 1h30m

Day 9: Lake Como Day Trip

Milan → Lake Como, Italy on October 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & depart for Como

Take the regional train from Milano Centrale to Como (approx 40–60min). Early start recommended to make most of day.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30am

Boat tour of Lake Como (Varenna → Bellagio → Como route)

Full-day hop-on hop-off boat and ferry service visiting picturesque towns. Boats operate roughly 8:30am–6:00pm (seasonal); check timetable. Enjoy villas, gardens and lakeside promenades.
INR8000, 6h0m

4:30pm

Return to Milan

Train back to Milan, freshen up at hotel.
INR500, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner — Eataly or local trattoria

Casual Italian dinner; try risotto alla Milanese. Open evenings from 7pm. Reserve if possible.
INR4000, 1h30m

Day 10: Milan — Culture & Shopping

Milan, Italy on October 5, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Relaxed morning; plan visits for afternoon Last Supper (requires strict timed ticket).
INR0, 45m

11:00am

Sforza Castle & Parco Sempione

Explore Sforza Castle museums and the adjacent park; castle museums typically open 9:00am–5:30pm.
INR2000, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch — Navigli district

Head to Navigli canals for lunch and aperitivo. Many restaurants open noon onwards; lively afternoon & evening scene.
INR3000, 1h0m

3:00pm

The Last Supper (Cenacolo) visit

Pre-booked, timed entry required. Visits are short (about 15 minutes) and run with strict timing (usually 2:30pm–5:00pm slots).
INR7000, 30m

6:00pm

Shopping/Leisure in the Quadrilatero d'Oro

Window-shop or buy in fashion district near the Duomo. Stores generally open until 7:30–8:00pm.
INR0, 2h0m

8:30pm

Farewell Dinner — classy trattoria

Final Italian dinner; book a well-rated trattoria for a memorable evening. Open evenings 7pm–11pm.
INR7000, 1h45m

Day 11: Departure Day

Milan → Delhi via MXP on October 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & final packing

Hotel breakfast and check out. Confirm airport transfer time with hotel; aim to leave 3.5–4 hours before long-haul flight.
INR0, 1h0m

11:30am

Leisure (last-minute shopping or quick museum)

Morning free for any last-minute shopping or a short visit to Pinacoteca di Brera (if time). Museums usually open 10:00am–6:00pm.
INR1500, 1h30m

3:00pm

Airport transfer — Milan Malpensa (MXP)

Private transfer or Malpensa Express plus taxi; allow 60–90 minutes to reach the airport and 3 hours ahead for international check-in/immigration.
INR4000, 1h30m

6:30pm

Flight MXP → DEL (overnight)

Return long-haul flight from Milan to Delhi. Multi-city ticket should book this leg. Flight time ~8–9h overnight; arrive Delhi next day.
INR0, 8h30m
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