7-Day Adventure Itinerary for France and North Italy in September 2023

  1. Day 1: Nice, France
    10 minutes (4.2km) from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport

    Explore the stunning beaches and Old Town, hike up Castle Hill for panoramic views, and try local specialties at Cours Saleya Market.

  2. Day 2: Cinque Terre, Italy
    3.5 hours (240km) from Nice

    Hike the picturesque trails between colorful fishing villages along the rugged Ligurian coastline.

  3. Day 3: Florence, Italy
    2 hours (130km) from Cinque Terre

    Admire Renaissance art and architecture, climb to the top of the Duomo for a panoramic view of the city, and indulge in Tuscan cuisine.

  4. Day 4: Pisa, Italy
    1 hour (85km) from Florence

    Marvel at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and explore the picturesque Piazza dei Miracoli.

  5. Day 5: Lake Como, Italy
    4 hours (340km) from Pisa

    Cruise the serene waters of Lake Como, hike the surrounding mountains, and visit the charming towns along the shore.

  6. Day 6: Swiss Alps, Switzerland
    2 hours (85km) from Lake Como

    Experience the thrill of adventure activities like paragliding and canyoning, or take a scenic train ride through the dramatic mountain landscape.

  7. Day 7: Geneva, Switzerland
    3 hours (225km) from Swiss Alps

    Explore the cosmopolitan city of Geneva, stroll along the scenic lakefront, and visit the iconic Jet d'Eau fountain.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Castle Hill in Nice (1 hour, free)
  • Cours Saleya Market in Nice (2 hours, budget)
  • Cinque Terre hike park pass (1 day, moderate)
  • Florence Duomo climb (1 hour, affordable)
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa (1 hour, affordable)
  • Lake Como boat tour (2 hours, moderate)
  • Swiss Alps adventure activities (1 day, expensive)
  • Jet d'Eau fountain in Geneva (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: affordable to expensive depending on activities chosen
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