Most travelers will find that 9 to 10 days is perfect for a well-paced France trip with stops in Nice, Avignon, and Paris. Travelers with less time can hit the route's highlights in seven or eight days, which makes for a fast-paced journey. Those with more time can enjoy extra sights and activities at each stop or explore more of the country—some favored itinerary extensions include Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, or Marseille. Get inspired with the below Nice, Avignon, and Paris trip ideas.

How many days do you need in Nice, Avignon & Paris?

  • Most travelers spend 9-10 days in Nice, Avignon, and Paris combined
  • Visiting Nice, Avignon, and Paris in 7 or 8 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
  • With 11 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
  • The most common extensions are Lyon, Aix-en-Provence, and Marseille

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Recommended Itineraries for Nice, Avignon & Paris

Recommended Itinerary for 9 Days

Latin quarter in Paris
Latin Quarter in Paris
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Paris & Evening Eiffel Tower Tour Paris
Day 2 Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre Paris
Day 3 Day Trip to Versailles Paris
Day 4 Day Trip to Châteaus de Chambord & Chenonceau Paris
Day 5 Train to Avignon & Afternoon in the City Avignon
Day 6 Hilltop Villages & Wine in the Luberon: Full-Day Tour Avignon
Day 7 Transfer to Nice, Tour of Aix-en-Provence en Route Nice
Day 8 Private Tour of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze Nice
Day 9 Depart Nice  


Head to France for nine days in the city of love—the perfect place for a honeymoon. Paris practically begs you to plan a romantic getaway, which is exactly what you'll do, from art viewing in the Louvre to day trips to storybook chateaus. Make sure to stop by the historic city of Avignon before wiling away the time on the sunny white-sand beaches of the south. Read more

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Extended Itineraries

2-Week Itinerary Including Lyon

Chenonceau castle and grounds
Chenonceau Castle and grounds
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Paris & Evening Eiffel Tower Tour Paris
Day 2 Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre Paris
Day 3 Day Trip to Versailles Paris
Day 4 Free Day in Paris Paris
Day 5 Day Trip to Châteaus de Chambord & Chenonceau Paris
Day 6 Train to Lyon & City Tour Lyon
Day 7 Beaujolais Tour & Wine Tasting Lyon
Day 8 Train to Avignon & Afternoon in the City Avignon
Day 9 Hilltop Villages & Wine in the Luberon: Full-Day Tour Avignon
Day 10 Châteauneuf du Pape Tour & Wine Tasting Avignon
Day 11 Transfer to Nice, Tour of Aix-en-Provence en Route Nice
Day 12 Full Day on the Coast: Cannes, Antibes & Saint-Paul de Vence Nice
Day 13 Private Tour of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze Nice
Day 14 Depart Nice  


Two weeks is the perfect amount of time to get away from it all, which is exactly what you'll do on this honeymoon itinerary. From Paris's busy streets to the quiet avenues of Aix en Provence, this itinerary has it all. Go wine tasting in the Beaujolais wine region, visit hilltop villages near Avignon, and immerse yourself in the luxurious atmosphere of Cannes and Monaco. Read more

How to travel between Nice, Avignon & Paris

Nice lies roughly 425 miles (685 km) miles southeast of Paris, on the far eastern edge of the French Riviera. Despite the distance, travel between the cities is relatively easy, with direct flights and high-speed trains connecting them in as little as four hours. Read more

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Map of Nice, Avignon & Paris: Best Itinerary Ideas
Map of Nice, Avignon & Paris: Best Itinerary Ideas