13 days in Paris, Nice & Switzerland Itinerary

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Paris, France
— 3 nights
Train
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Nice, France
— 1 night
Drive
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Lucerne, Switzerland
— 3 nights
Drive
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Interlaken, Switzerland
— 2 nights
Drive
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Geneva, Switzerland
— 2 nights

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Paris, France — 3 nights

City of Light

Step out of Paris to go to Versailles and see Palace of Versailles, which is approximately 46 minutes away. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower.

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If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Paris-Orly Airport, Charles de Gaulle International Airport and Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport. May in Paris sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Nice.
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Nice, France — 1 night

Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): meet the residents at Marineland and then pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise St Pierre & Paul.

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Fly from Paris to Nice in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Paris in May, Nice is a bit warmer at night with lows of 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Lucerne.
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Lucerne, Switzerland — 3 nights

Change things up with these side-trips from Lucerne: Zurich (Old Town, Bahnhofstrasse, &more). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Lucerne, admire the striking features of KKL Luzern - Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre, appreciate the history behind Lion Monument, and make a trip to The Nine Towers.

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Getting from Nice to Lucerne by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Nice in May, plan for slightly colder nights in Lucerne, with lows around 10°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Interlaken.
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Interlaken, Switzerland — 2 nights

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sat): take in panoramic vistas at Clock Tower - Zytglogge, stop by UNESCO-Altstadt von Bern, then get curious at Einstein House (Einsteinhaus), then stop by Buchhandlung Boedeli, and finally glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour. Here are some ideas for day two: take some stellar pictures from Harderkulm, then admire the natural beauty at Schynige Platte Botanical Alpine Garden, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Trümmelbachfälle.

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Traveling by car from Lucerne to Interlaken takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. May in Interlaken sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Geneva.
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Geneva, Switzerland — 2 nights

Capital of Peace

Change things up with these side-trips from Geneva: Chaplin's World (in Corsier-sur-Vevey), Chateau de Chillon (in Veytaux) and Queen Studio Experience (in Montreux). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva, ponder the design of The Geneva Water Fountain, take some stellar pictures from Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre, and test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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Getting from Interlaken to Geneva by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C.
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Switzerland travel guide

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Bodies of Water · Mountains · Specialty Museums
Immerse yourself in a snow-capped mountain wonderland in Switzerland's serene Alpine setting. See the world-renowned Matterhorn, Switzerland's second-highest mountain at 4,478 m (14,962 ft) tall, or zoom down the mountains on toboggan, ski, or snowboard. In the warmer seasons hike around the rolling green hillsides covered with pine trees and picturesque aqua blue lakes. Luxurious cities dotted with cozy wooden chalets and colorful flowerbeds balance quaintness with first-class cultural offerings. Indulge in the country's opulence of milk chocolate, cheese fondue, and keg-carrying St. Bernard dogs.
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