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Day 1: City Exploration in Paris

Paris, France on June 10, 2024

8:00AM

Breakfast at Le Peloton Cafe

Start your day with a delicious croissant and coffee in a cozy Parisian cafe.
Walk from your accommodation to Le Peloton Cafe in the city center.
€10, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Louvre Museum

Discover world-famous art pieces like the Mona Lisa and immerse yourself in French culture.
Take the metro from Le Peloton Cafe to Louvre Museum.
€15, 3 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Le Procope

Indulge in a traditional French meal at the oldest restaurant in Paris.
Walk from Louvre Museum to Le Procope in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
€20, 2 hours

3:00PM

Visit Eiffel Tower

Enjoy panoramic views of Paris from the iconic Eiffel Tower.
Take the metro from Le Procope to Eiffel Tower.
€10, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at L'as du Fallafel

Savor delicious falafel in the vibrant Marais district.
Take the metro from Eiffel Tower to L'as du Fallafel.
€15, 1 hour
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Day 2: Seine River Cruise and Montmartre Exploration

Paris, France on June 11, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien

Enjoy a scenic breakfast by the Seine River.
Walk from your accommodation to Le Pain Quotidien along the Seine River.
€12, 1 hour

11:00AM

Seine River Cruise

Relax on a boat cruise along the Seine and admire the picturesque views of Paris.
Walk from Le Pain Quotidien to the Seine River Cruise departure point.
€20, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Le Consulat

Dine in a charming bistro in Montmartre known for its artistic history.
Take the metro from Seine River Cruise to Montmartre.
€18, 2 hours

3:00PM

Explore Sacré-Cœur Basilica

Climb the steps to Sacré-Cœur for panoramic views of Paris.
Walk from Le Consulat to Sacré-Cœur Basilica.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Le Relais de Venise L'Entrecôte

Savor steak frites at this popular Parisian restaurant.
Take the metro from Sacré-Cœur Basilica to Le Relais de Venise L'Entrecôte.
€25, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Arrival in Lyon and Old Town Exploration

Lyon, France on June 12, 2024

9:00AM

Train to Lyon

Take a scenic train ride from Paris to Lyon.
Travel from Paris to Lyon by train. Approx. 2 hours.
€30, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

Taste local specialties at this famous indoor food market.
Walk from Lyon train station to Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse.
€20, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore Vieux Lyon

Stroll through the charming cobblestone streets of Old Lyon and discover its Renaissance architecture.
Walk from Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse to Vieux Lyon.
Free, 2 hours

5:00PM

Visit Musée des Confluences

Immerse yourself in science and anthropology at this modern museum.
Take the tram from Vieux Lyon to Musée des Confluences.
€8, 2 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Le Kitchen Café

Enjoy a cozy dinner in a relaxed atmosphere in Lyon's Croix-Rousse district.
Take the tram from Musée des Confluences to Le Kitchen Café.
€18, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Park and Museum Day in Lyon

Lyon, France on June 13, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Le Pain des Fous

Start your day with fresh pastries and coffee in a local bakery.
Walk from your accommodation to Le Pain des Fous in Lyon.
€8, 1 hour

10:00AM

Parc de la Tête d'Or

Relax in the beautiful park, visit the zoo, and admire the botanical garden.
Take the metro from Le Pain des Fous to Parc de la Tête d'Or.
€5, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Les Apothicaires

Enjoy a gastronomic experience at this Michelin-starred restaurant.
Take the metro from Parc de la Tête d'Or to Les Apothicaires.
€40, 2 hours

3:00PM

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

Explore one of the largest fine arts museums in France.
Walk from Les Apothicaires to Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon.
€10, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Le Bouchon des Filles

Experience traditional Lyonnaise cuisine at this cozy bouchon.
Walk from Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon to Le Bouchon des Filles.
€25, 1.5 hours
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Day 5: Scenic Drive to Nice

Nice, France on June 14, 2024

9:00AM

Car Rental Pickup

Pick up a rental car for a scenic drive from Lyon to Nice.
Pick up the rental car from a designated location in Lyon.
€40, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at La Route du Miam

Enjoy local Mediterranean cuisine on the way to Nice.
Stop for lunch at La Route du Miam along the driving route.
€15, 1 hour

4:00PM

Arrival in Nice

Check into your accommodation and explore the charming Old Town of Nice.
Drive from Lyon to Nice. Approx. 5 hours.
Gas cost, 5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Le Bistrot d'Antoine

Indulge in regional specialties at this cozy bistro in Nice.
Walk from your accommodation to Le Bistrot d'Antoine.
€30, 2 hours
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Day 6: Beach Day and Promenade des Anglais

Nice, France on June 15, 2024

9:00AM

Breakfast at Chez Pipo

Start your day with socca, a local chickpea pancake specialty.
Walk from your accommodation to Chez Pipo in Nice.
€10, 1 hour

11:00AM

Beach Day at Plage Beau Rivage

Relax on the sandy beach and soak up the Mediterranean sun.
Walk from Chez Pipo to Plage Beau Rivage.
€5 (beach chair rental), 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Le Safari

Enjoy a seafood lunch with a view of the sea at this beachfront restaurant.
Walk from Plage Beau Rivage to Le Safari.
€25, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Promenade des Anglais

Take a leisurely stroll along the famous waterfront promenade.
Walk from Le Safari to Promenade des Anglais.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at La Rossettisserie

Try delicious rotisserie chicken at this local favorite in Nice.
Walk from Promenade des Anglais to La Rossettisserie.
€20, 1.5 hours
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Day 7: Exploration of Marseille

Marseille, France on June 16, 2024

9:00AM

Train to Marseille

Take a train from Nice to Marseille for a day of exploration.
Travel from Nice to Marseille by train. Approx. 2 hours.
€25, 2 hours

11:00AM

Visit Notre-Dame de la Garde

Admire panoramic views of Marseille from the basilica at the city's highest point.
Take the bus from Marseille train station to Notre-Dame de la Garde.
€5, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Chez Fonfon

Enjoy bouillabaisse, a traditional Provençal fish stew, at this renowned restaurant.
Walk from Notre-Dame de la Garde to Chez Fonfon.
€35, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Le Panier District

Wander through the historic streets of Marseille's oldest neighborhood.
Walk from Chez Fonfon to Le Panier District.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at L'Epuisette

Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine with a view of the sea at this upscale restaurant.
Walk from Le Panier District to L'Epuisette.
€50, 2 hours
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