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Chennai to Paris — Updated 6-Day Practical Itinerary (Flights, Sights, Food & Transport Tips)

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Day 1: Travel day

Chennai, India on October 29, 2025

9:00am

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12:00pm

Airport arrival & check-in (Chennai Intl - MAA)

Arrive at MAA at least 3 hours before your international flight to complete check-in, security and immigration smoothly; consider online check-in and printed boarding pass or mobile boarding pass ready.
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10:30pm

Depart Chennai — overnight flight

Board an overnight flight to Paris (one-stop via Doha/Dubai/Mumbai or multi-stop routing); evening departures help you sleep on the plane and arrive in Paris morning local time. Choose a flight with comfortable layover time (1–3 hours) if not direct.
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11:00pm

In-flight rest & timezone strategy

Use an eye mask, travel pillow and hydrate; try to sleep on the first half of the flight to better adapt to Paris time and reduce jet lag.
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Day 2: Arrival & Easy Day

Paris, France on October 30, 2025

8:00am

Arrive Paris (CDG or ORY) and clear immigration

Expect 30–90 minutes depending on airport and queues; if arriving CDG, take RER B to central Paris (~35–50 min) or a taxi for direct hotel drop-off (~40–60 min).
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9:30am

Hotel drop luggage / early check-in if available

Leave bags if room not ready and freshen up in a hotel lobby restroom; request a wake-up call if you plan a nap later to avoid oversleeping.
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10:00am

Buy transport pass or carnet

Purchase a carnet (10 single tickets) or a 3-day Navigo/Paris Visite pass depending on stay length; this saves time and fares when using metro/RER for central Paris and Versailles trips.
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10:30am

Breakfast — Du Pain et des Idées (Canal / Canal Saint-Martin area)

One of Paris’s best bakeries for croissants and signature pastries; arrive earlier to avoid the late-morning rush (usually opens around 7:00–8:00).
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11:30am

Le Marais & Place des Vosges

Wander Le Marais’s narrow streets, boutique shops and the peaceful arcades of Place des Vosges — a relaxed orientation for your first day in Paris.
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1:00pm

Lunch — L'As du Fallafel or Café Charlot

L'As du Fallafel is a famous quick eat for excellent falafel in Le Marais; for a sit-down option try Café Charlot for a classic Parisian bistro meal. L'As typically opens lunchtime onward, Café Charlot opens earlier.
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2:30pm

Île de la Cité — Notre-Dame exterior & Sainte-Chapelle

Admire Notre-Dame's façade and visit Sainte-Chapelle for its stained-glass windows (Sainte-Chapelle typically open 9:00–19:00; check seasonal hours).
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4:30pm

Relaxing Seine river walk and optional early cruise

Walk the riverbanks toward Pont Neuf and consider a 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens or Vedettes de Paris cruise for an orientation of riverside monuments (cruises run many times daily, 10:00–21:00+ depending on operator).
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6:30pm

Dinner — Le Petit Fer à Cheval or Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie

Choose a cozy bistro like Le Petit Fer à Cheval in Le Marais for warm convivial dining, or Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie near Les Halles for classic dishes and foie gras specialties; most bistros open evenings from ~18:00.
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8:30pm

Evening stroll — Île Saint-Louis & Berthillon

Enjoy a post-dinner stroll and sample Berthillon ice cream on Île Saint-Louis, then return to the hotel for an early night to align with Paris time.
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Day 3: Louvre & Champs

Paris, France on October 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast — Café de Flore (Saint-Germain)

Historic café for a classic Parisian breakfast (café au lait and croissant) and people-watching; opens early (around 7:30) to start a museum day right.
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9:30am

The Louvre Museum (timed ticket recommended)

Reserve a timed-entry ticket and plan 2–3 hours to see highlights (Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory); Louvre hours typically 9:00–18:00 and it’s closed Tuesdays — confirm before visiting.
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1:00pm

Lunch — Café Marly (Louvre terrace) or nearby bistro

Café Marly offers a scenic, quieter lunch overlooking the Louvre courtyard; a convenient but slightly pricier option for museum days (open midday).
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2:45pm

Tuileries Garden & Musée de l'Orangerie (optional)

Stroll the Tuileries to unwind and, if interested, visit Musée de l'Orangerie to see Monet’s Water Lilies (Orangerie open 9:00–18:00; check closings).
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4:30pm

Walk/metro to Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe

Walk the Champs-Élysées for shopping and arrive at the Arc de Triomphe to climb for citywide views (Arc typically open 10:00–23:00; buy tickets on site or online).
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7:00pm

Dinner — Le Relais de l'Entrecôte (near Champs)

Famous for its steak-frites with signature sauce; efficient service and a reliably French menu — expect a queue but quick turnover (open evenings).
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9:30pm

Optional Eiffel Tower visit at night

See the tower sparkle on the hour after dusk for five minutes; if you want to go up, book tickets to avoid long lines (summit hours often until ~23:45 depending on season).
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Day 4: Left Bank & Art

Paris, France on November 1, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast — local café or boulangerie

Keep it simple and local — croissant, orange juice and coffee near your hotel to prepare for a museum-heavy day.
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9:30am

Musée d'Orsay

Housed in a converted Beaux-Arts railway station, d'Orsay holds superb Impressionist works; open 9:30–18:00 and closed Mondays — plan about 2 hours.
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12:15pm

Lunch — Les Deux Magots or Café de Flore

Iconic Saint-Germain cafés with historic literary associations and hearty lunch options; a pleasant spot for a leisurely midday break.
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2:00pm

Luxembourg Gardens & Latin Quarter

Stroll Luxembourg Gardens and explore the Latin Quarter's bookshops, boutiques and atmospheric streets; gardens open daily from early morning until dusk.
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3:45pm

Musée Rodin (optional)

Small, peaceful museum with Rodin sculptures and lovely gardens; great if you prefer quieter, contemplative art visits (check opening times around 10:00–18:30).
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6:30pm

Dinner — Le Procope (historic Latin Quarter bistro)

One of Paris’s oldest cafés with a classical ambience and a full French menu; reserve if possible for a more relaxed evening meal.
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8:30pm

Evening entertainment — jazz club or river bar

Catch live jazz in Saint-Germain (e.g., Caveau de la Huchette) or enjoy a riverside drink for mellow Paris nightlife before returning to the hotel.
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Day 5: Versailles Day

Versailles (day trip from Paris), France on November 2, 2025

7:30am

Early breakfast & depart for RER C

Have an early breakfast and take the RER C to Versailles Château Rive Gauche; aim to arrive before the midday crowds for the palace (train ~35–45 minutes from central Paris).
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9:00am

Palace of Versailles (timed ticket advised)

Explore the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors and the palace gardens; palace typically opens 9:00–18:30 (check closure days) — allow 3–4 hours and book timed entry to skip lines.
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1:15pm

Lunch — La Petite Venise or nearby brasserie

Convenient sit-down meal near the palace with Italian and French options; good to relax before visiting Trianon and the Hamlet if time permits.
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2:45pm

Grand Trianon & Marie-Antoinette's Hamlet (optional)

Visit the smaller palaces and the rustic Hamlet for a contrasting, quieter experience to the main palace; allow 1.5–2 hours and use the park shuttle if needed.
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5:00pm

Return to Paris

Take the RER C back to central Paris; freshen up at the hotel before dinner and avoid peak-hour delays by timing the train right after the palace visit.
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7:00pm

Dinner — Breizh Café (crêpes) or casual bistro

Enjoy a selection of savory and sweet crêpes at Breizh Café for a lighter, relaxed dinner after a big day of walking; generally open evenings but check seasonal times.
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Day 6: Montmartre & Departure

Paris, France / Transfer to Chennai on November 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast — local café or Le Pain Quotidien

Quick, healthy breakfast near your hotel before heading up to Montmartre; choose sit-down or takeaway depending on your luggage and time.
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9:00am

Montmartre — Sacré-Cœur & Place du Tertre

Explore Montmartre’s winding streets, visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica (open early, typically 6:00–22:30) and enjoy panoramic views; artists at Place du Tertre add a lively finish to your Paris visit.
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11:30am

Lunch — Le Moulin de la Galette or nearby bistro

Historic windmill restaurant offering classic dishes — a satisfying final Parisian meal and a good place to reflect on the trip before heading to the airport.
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1:00pm

Hotel checkout and luggage collection

Return to your hotel to settle the final bill and collect luggage; confirm your airport transfer pickup time or book a taxi/Uber in advance.
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2:00pm

Transfer to CDG/ORY (RER/taxi/transfer)

Allow 2–3 hours for travel, check-in and security for an international flight; choose RER, Roissybus, or a taxi depending on luggage and time of day.
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5:00pm

Depart Paris — evening flight to Chennai

Board your evening flight back to Chennai; international check-in typically opens ~3 hours before departure so plan accordingly.
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