Honeymoon in Paris and Switzerland: A 10-day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Arriving in Paris
    From Charles de Gaulle Airport to Hotel Le Meurice: 1 hour (25 km)

    Check-in at the luxurious Hotel Le Meurice and take a romantic stroll at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont.

  2. Day 2: Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise
    From Hotel Le Meurice to Eiffel Tower: 20 minutes (3 km)

    Experience breathtaking views of Paris from the Eiffel Tower followed by a Seine River Cruise. Have dinner at Restaurant Le Jules Verne.

  3. Day 3: Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame Cathedral
    From Eiffel Tower to the Louvre Museum: 20 minutes (5 km)

    Explore the iconic Louvre Museum then visit the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral. Have lunch at Le Comptoir du Relais.

  4. Day 4: Montmartre and Moulin Rouge
    From Louvre Museum to Montmartre: 30 minutes (6 km)

    Get a glimpse of the bohemian lifestyle at Montmartre with a visit to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Then enjoy a night of cabaret at the iconic Moulin Rouge.

  5. Day 5: Geneva, Switzerland
    From Paris Gare de Lyon to Geneva: 3 hours (540 km)

    Take a train to Geneva, Switzerland and take a romantic walk by Lake Geneva. Visit the United Nations, and have a romantic dinner at the Restaurant Les Armures.

  6. Day 6: Château de Chillon and Chocolate Factory Tour
    From Geneva to Château de Chillon: 1.5 hours (102 km)

    Visit the amazing medieval Château de Chillon near Montreux, on the shores of Lake Geneva, and take a chocolate factory tour in the afternoon. Have dinner at the Restaurant L'Accademia.

  7. Day 7: Zermatt and Matterhorn
    From Château de Chillon to Zermatt: 3 hours (148 km)

    Take a train to Zermatt and enjoy the stunning views of the Matterhorn. Have lunch at the top of Gornergrat and after that, take a leisurely stroll in the charming town of Zermatt.

  8. Day 8: Lake Lucerne and Pilatus
    From Zermatt to Lucerne: 3.5 hours (156 km)

    Take a train to Lucerne and admire the breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne. Go up to Mount Pilatus by cable car, and experience the amazing sights. Have dinner at the Restaurant Old Swiss House.

  9. Day 9: Interlaken and Jungfraujoch
    From Lucerne to Interlaken: 2 hours (68 km)

    Take a train to Interlaken in the morning. Go up to Jungfraujoch, the Top of Europe, in the afternoon where you can experience the incredible panoramic views. Have dinner at the Restaurant Confiserie Schuh.

  10. Day 10: Zurich and Departure
    From Hotel Rebstock to Zurich Airport: 15 minutes (10 km)

    Finish your journey with a walking tour of Zurich and do some last-minute shopping before heading home.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Eiffel Tower and Seine River Cruise (4-6 hours, €33)
  • Louvre Museum and Notre-Dame Cathedral (4-6 hours, €20)
  • Montmartre and Moulin Rouge (3-5 hours, €80)
  • Geneva Lake and United Nations (4-6 hours, €25)
  • Château de Chillon and Chocolate Factory Tour (4-6 hours, €25)
  • Zermatt and Matterhorn (5-7 hours, €60)
  • Lake Lucerne and Pilatus (5-7 hours, €120)
  • Interlaken and Jungfraujoch (6-8 hours, €200)
  • Zurich Walking Tour (3-5 hours, €0)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): €563

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add a visit to the Palace of Versailles in Paris or a day trip to the Swiss Alps. If you have less time, you can remove the Geneva leg of the trip and spend a few more days in Paris or Switzerland. Always check opening and closing times of the places you plan to visit.

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