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7-Day Itinerary for France

  1. Day 1: Eiffel Tower
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from city center

    Start your day by visiting the Eiffel Tower. Climb up to the top and enjoy the beautiful view of Paris from above. In the afternoon, head to Musée d'Orsay to see the Impressionist masterpieces, followed by dinner at the popular restaurant Le Comptoir du Relais.

  2. Day 2: Palace of Versailles
    1 hour (12 miles) from Paris

    Spend the morning exploring the Palace of Versailles, a symbol of French royal extravagance. In the afternoon, take a stroll in the beautiful gardens and visit the Petit Trianon and the Queen's Hamlet. End your day with a dinner at La Veranda, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Versailles.

  3. Day 3: Mont Saint-Michel
    3 hours (220 miles) from Versailles

    Travel to Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore the Gothic-style abbey. In the evening, enjoy a seafood dinner at La Mère Poulard, a restaurant famous for its omelets.

  4. Day 4: Normandy
    2 hours (100 miles) from Mont Saint-Michel

    Visit the D-Day beaches of Normandy, where the Allied forces landed during World War II. Explore the American Cemetery and Memorial, Omaha Beach, and the Overlord Museum. End your day with a traditional French dinner at Le Bistrot du Marché.

  5. Day 5: Bordeaux
    5 hours (400 miles) from Normandy

    Spend the day in Bordeaux, a city famous for its wine. Visit the Cité du Vin museum, which tells the story of wine in an immersive and interactive way. In the evening, have dinner at Le Pressoir d'Argent Gordon Ramsay, a restaurant that offers a fine dining experience.

  6. Day 6: Côte d'Azur
    8 hours (600 miles) from Bordeaux

    Travel to the French Riviera and spend the day in Nice. Visit the Promenade des Anglais, the Castle Hill, and the Old Town. In the evening, have dinner and enjoy the view of the sea at La Petite Maison.

  7. Day 7: Louvre Museum
    8 hours (650 miles) from Côte d'Azur

    End your trip in Paris with a visit to the Louvre Museum, one of the world's largest museums with a collection that spans over 9,000 years of history. See the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and many other masterpieces. Have a farewell dinner at L'Ambroisie, a three-Michelin-starred restaurant.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider taking a day trip to the Champagne region to taste some of the world's best champagne. A visit to the Château de Chambord in the Loire Valley is also highly recommended. To maximize your fun, try taking a cooking class to learn how to make classic French dishes, such as coq au vin and bouillabaisse. Book your hotels and flights here.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eiffel Tower (3 hours, €16)
  • Musée d'Orsay (2 hours, €14)
  • Le Comptoir du Relais (1 hour, €35)
  • Palace of Versailles (5 hours, €18)
  • La Veranda (2 hours, €70)
  • Mont Saint-Michel (4 hours, €10)
  • La Mère Poulard (1 hour, €40)
  • Normandy D-Day Beaches (8 hours, €15)
  • Le Bistrot du Marché (2 hours, €45)
  • Cité du Vin (4 hours, €20)
  • Le Pressoir d'Argent Gordon Ramsay (2 hours, €120)
  • Nice attractions (6 hours, €20)
  • La Petite Maison (2 hours, €70)
  • Louvre Museum (5 hours, €15)
  • L'Ambroisie (3 hours, €350)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €968
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