15 days in Switzerland, South of France & Austrian Alps Itinerary

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Nice, France
— 3 nights
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Marseille, France
— 3 nights
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Geneva, Switzerland
— 2 nights
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Interlaken, Switzerland
— 2 nights
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Seefeld in Tirol, Austria
— 1 night
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Salzburg, Austria
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Nice, France — 3 nights

Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)

Bring the kids along to Marineland and Place Massena. There's much more to do: take a stroll through Old Town, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, don't miss a visit to Promenade des Anglais, and take some stellar pictures from Colline du Chateau overlook.

To find other places to visit, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Nice road trip planning app.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Nice is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Riyadh to Nice due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Riyadh in May, things will get colder in Nice: highs are around 24°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Marseille.
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Marseille, France — 3 nights

Gateway to Provence

Attractions like Palais des Papes and Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde make great kid-friendly stops. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Marseille: Dune La Londe (in La Londe Les Maures), Avignon (Wine Safari & Pont d'Avignon) and Vieille Ville (in Hyeres). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence, visit The Panier, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and take a leisurely stroll along Le Vieux Port.

To find photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Marseille trip maker website.

Getting from Nice to Marseille by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In May, daily temperatures in Marseille can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can go by car to Geneva.
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Geneva, Switzerland — 2 nights

Capital of Peace

On the 31st (Wed), take some stellar pictures from Cathedrale de Saint-Pierre and then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Geneva. On the 1st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Patek Philippe Museum, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, then ponder the design of The Geneva Water Fountain, and finally examine the collection at International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum.

For other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read Geneva holiday maker site.

Traveling by car from Marseille to Geneva takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of flight and train. Traveling from Marseille in May, expect Geneva to be little chillier, temps between 22°C and 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to go by car to Interlaken.
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Interlaken, Switzerland — 2 nights

On the 2nd (Fri), stop by Buchhandlung Boedeli, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Brienz, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Grindelwald-First, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Maennlichen. On the 3rd (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the sheer force of Staubbach Waterfall, appreciate the views at Lauterbrunnen Village, then Head underground at Saint Beatus Caves, and finally get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To see ratings, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, read Interlaken road trip tool.

Drive from Geneva to Interlaken in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, daily temperatures in Interlaken can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sat) so you can go by car to Seefeld in Tirol.
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Seefeld in Tirol, Austria — 1 night

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Sun): admire the masterpieces at Schloss Ambras Innsbruck, admire the striking features of The Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), then take in panoramic vistas at Town Tower (Stadtturm), then contemplate the waterfront views at Kaltwassersee, and finally fly down the slopes at Rosshutte.

To see maps, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Seefeld in Tirol trip itinerary planning site.

You can drive from Interlaken to Seefeld in Tirol in 4.5 hours. In June in Seefeld in Tirol, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Salzburg.
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Salzburg, Austria — 3 nights

Rome of the North

On the 5th (Mon), step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, explore the galleries of Fortress Hohensalzburg, then pause for some serene contemplation at Salzburg Cathedral, and finally don't miss a visit to Salzburger Altstadt. On the 6th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the natural beauty at Mirabell Palace, explore the galleries of Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), then get engrossed in the history at Mozarts Geburtshaus, then get a taste of the local shopping with Getreidegasse, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Untersberg.

For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Salzburg holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Seefeld in Tirol to Salzburg takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Salzburg are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. On the 7th (Wed), you're off to home.
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Switzerland travel guide

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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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Austrian Alps travel guide

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Much of the country's territory sits in the heart of the mountainous Austrian Alps, making the region a prime spot for trekking, skiing, or cozying up in a mountain resort. The mountain range makes Austria, along with Switzerland, the winter sports capital of Europe. Though the Alps are most famous for hosting a wealth of ski resorts for visitors of all skill levels, regional tourism is growing, capitalizing on the appeal of outdoor recreation during all seasons. Visitors flock to the Alps for hiking, golf, biking, and whitewater kayaking in addition to skiing.
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