6-Day Itinerary for Paris, Swiss

  1. Day 1: Paris Arrival and Eiffel Tower
    Estimated Time: 2 hours, 6 km

    Visit the iconic Eiffel Tower as soon as you arrive in Paris to avoid long queues. Climb up to the top of the tower to enjoy a panoramic view of this beautiful city.

  2. Day 2: Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Estimated Time: 4-5 hours, 5 km

    Be ready to immerse yourself in the art and history of France during your visit to the Louvre Museum. Walk around the courtyard, and admire the famous Pyramid. Continue the day by exploring the stunning Notre-Dame Cathedral.

  3. Day 3: Versailles Palace and Gardens
    Estimated Time: 4-5 hours, 25 km

    Experience the extravagance of French royalty at the magnificent Versailles Palace. A highlight of the palace tour should be the luxurious Hall of Mirrors. Stroll through the stunning French Gardens afterwards, admire fountains, and beautiful sculptures.

  4. Day 4: Geneva, Switzerland
    Estimated Time: 3 hours, 540 km

    Visit the picturesque lakeside city of Geneva, Switzerland. Walk along the shores of Lake Geneva and discover all of the city's quaint boutiques, cafes, and waterfront promenades. You should also take a tour of the iconic Jet d'Eau fountain that shoots a stream of water over 400 feet into the air.

  5. Day 5: Swiss Alps & Jungfraujoch
    Estimated Time: 8-9 hours, 209 km

    Ready for a day full of adventure? Head to Jungfraujoch, the highest rail station in Europe, for an unforgettable experience. Take a scenic train up to the Alps, explore the Ice Palace, and enjoy panoramic views from the Sphinx Observation Terrace.

  6. Day 6: Lake Geneva & Montreux
    Estimated Time: 5-6 hours, 90 km

    Finish your trip admiring the picturesque town of Montreux and the spectacular beauty of Lake Geneva. Take a stroll along the lakeside promenade, and explore the Chillon castle, or take a boat ride around Lake Geneva to take in the serenity of the alpine lake.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Eiffel Tower (2 hours, 25 EUR)
  • Louvre Museum (4-5 hours, 17 EUR)
  • Versailles Palace and Gardens (4-5 hours, 21 EUR)
  • Jet d'Eau in Geneva (1 hour, Free)
  • Jungfraujoch (8-9 hours, from 220 EUR)
  • Chillon castle (2 hours, 13 EUR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 296 EUR

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, take a day trip to Gruyères, Switzerland and enjoy the Cheese factory and chocolate factory tours which are only 30 minutes away from Montreux.

If you have less time, consider cutting down time spent at the Louvre museum, and opting to go on a Seine River Cruise for about an hour to see the city from the water instead.

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