How many days do you need in Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille & Paris?
- Most travelers spend 11-14 days in Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, and Paris combined
- Visiting Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille, and Paris in 8 to 10 days is possible, but will feel rushed
- With 15 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Saint-Tropez, Cannes, and Amboise
How Many Days to Spend in Paris
How Many Days to Spend in the French Riviera
How Many Days to Spend in Provence
How Many Days to Spend in Marseille
Recommended Itineraries for Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille & Paris
Recommended Itinerary for 11 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Explore | Paris |
Day 2 | Chauffeured Tour of Paris in a Vintage Car | Paris |
Day 3 | Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre | Paris |
Day 4 | Transfer to Marseille, Afternoon of Art & History | Marseille |
Day 5 | Private Boat Cruise & Photography Workshop | Marseille |
Day 6 | Transfer to Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 7 | Avignon & Hilltop Villages of the Luberon | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 8 | Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 9 | Aix-en-Provence to Nice: Wine Estate, Villecroze & Nature | Nice |
Day 10 | Cooking Class & Perfume Tour in Nice | Nice |
Day 11 | Depart Nice |
If you have eleven free days and France on your mind, this luxury getaway is for you. Spend an afternoon at the Louvre, discover art and history in Marseille, and learn to make a three-course meal at a scenic Provence chateau. End the trip on the sunny French Riviera coast, where farmer's markets and family-owned wineries are a throwback to a laid-back lifestyle. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 12 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Explore | Paris |
Day 2 | Chauffeured Tour of Paris in a Vintage Car | Paris |
Day 3 | Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre | Paris |
Day 4 | Transfer to Marseille, Afternoon of Art & History | Marseille |
Day 5 | Private Boat Cruise & Photography Workshop | Marseille |
Day 6 | Transfer to Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 7 | Avignon & Hilltop Villages of the Luberon | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 8 | Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 9 | Transfer to Nice: Wine Estate, Villecroze & Nature | Nice |
Day 10 | Cooking Class & Perfume Tour in Nice | Nice |
Day 11 | Private Tour of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze | Nice |
Day 12 | Depart Nice |
From the big city lights of Paris to quiet chateaus in Provence, get a taste of luxury in France with this twelve-day itinerary. Explore Paris on a vintage car tour, set sail for the Frioul Islands on a private boat cruise, and soak in history and culture in Aix-en-Provence. End the trip on the French Riviera coast, where white-sand beaches and small-town wineries await. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 13 Days
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Explore | Paris |
Day 2 | Chauffeured Tour of Paris in a Vintage Car | Paris |
Day 3 | Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre | Paris |
Day 4 | Transfer to Marseille, Afternoon of Art & History | Marseille |
Day 5 | Private Boat Cruise & Photography Workshop | Marseille |
Day 6 | Transfer to Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 7 | Avignon & Hilltop Villages of the Luberon | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 8 | Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 9 | Transfer to Nice: Wine Estate, Villecroze & Nature | Nice |
Day 10 | Cooking Class & Perfume Tour in Nice | Nice |
Day 11 | Private Tour of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze | Nice |
Day 12 | Free Day in Nice | Nice |
Day 13 | Depart, Nice |
Spend thirteen perfect days in Paris and Provence on this luxury itinerary. Explore art at the Louvre, set sail for the Frioul Islands on a private boat cruise, and sample Provence wine in postcard-worthy villages. Wrap things up on the French Riviera coast, where sparkling blue water and old-world towns beckon. Read more
Recommended Itinerary for 2 Weeks
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Explore | Paris |
Day 2 | Chauffeured Tour of Paris in a Vintage Car | Paris |
Day 3 | Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre | Paris |
Day 4 | Free Day in Paris | Paris |
Day 5 | Transfer to Marseille, Afternoon of Art & History | Marseille |
Day 6 | Private Boat Cruise & Photography Workshop | Marseille |
Day 7 | Transfer to Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 8 | Avignon & Hilltop Villages of the Luberon | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 9 | Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 10 | Travel to Nice: Wine Estate, Villecroze & Nature | Nice |
Day 11 | Cooking Class & Perfume Tour in Nice | Nice |
Day 12 | Private Tour of Monaco, Monte Carlo & Eze | Nice |
Day 13 | Free Day in Nice | Nice |
Day 14 | Depart Nice |
If two weeks in France is a dream come true, then this luxury itinerary is waiting for you. From the lights of Paris to the rocky coast of the French Riviera, every moment of this itinerary is packed with unforgettable moments. Spend an afternoon at the Louvre, set sail for the Frioul Islands on a private boat cruise, and sample Provence wine in postcard-worthy villages. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
11-Day Itinerary Including Cannes
Day | Highlights | Overnight |
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Day 1 | Arrive in Paris & Dinner Cruise | Paris |
Day 2 | Explore Palais Royal & Eiffel Tower | Paris |
Day 3 | Pastry Tour of Le Marais & Afternoon at the Louvre | Paris |
Day 4 | Transfer to Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 5 | Provençal Cooking Class in Aix-en-Provence | Aix-en-Provence |
Day 6 | Transfer to Marseille, Explore | Marseille |
Day 7 | Enjoy a Half-Day Cruise in Calanques National Park | Cannes |
Day 8 | Free Day in Cannes | Cannes |
Day 9 | Tour Cannes & Transfer to Nice | Nice |
Day 10 | Gourmet tour on Saleya Market, Walk in the city of Nice | Nice |
Day 11 | Depart Nice |
There's no need to choose between cultural sightseeing and gourmet tours on a trip to France — this 11-day tour offers both! Starting in Paris and ending up on the French Riviera, this exciting itinerary leads you through top museums, historic landmarks, colorful markets, and gourmet food shops in destinations like Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Cannes, and Nice. Admire paintings at the Louvre, take a Provençal cooking class, boat around the coves of Calanques National Park, and wander around the oldest quarters of medieval villages. This enticing trip plan has it all! Read more
How to travel between Nice, Aix-en-Provence, Marseille & Paris
How to Get from Paris to Nice
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
How to Get from Aix-en-Provence to Marseille
The small, picturesque city of Aix-en-Provence, or just Aix as the locals call it, is a bit over 15 miles (24 km) north of Marseille, the biggest city in the south of France. Read more
How to Get from Paris to Aix en Provence
Aix-en-Provence, a small city north of Marseille known as the "city of a thousand fountains," or simply as Aix, is 395 miles (635 km) south of Paris. The easiest way to reach it is to take a TGV from Paris's Gare de Lyon train station. You can also fly into Marseille Airport (MRS) and take a shuttle bus or private transfer from there. Read more