How many days do you need in Nice, Marseille & Paris?
- Most travelers spend 8-10 days in Nice, Marseille, and Paris combined
- Visiting Nice, Marseille, and Paris in 6 or 7 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 Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, and Bayeux
How Many Days to Spend in Paris
How Many Days to Spend in the French Riviera
How Many Days to Spend in Marseille
Recommended Itineraries for Nice, Marseille & Paris
Recommended Itinerary for 10 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris, Explore | Paris |
| Day 2 | Visit the Louvre Tour | Paris |
| Day 3 | Notre Dame Cathedral & The Cradle of Paris | Paris |
| Day 4 | Day Trip to Versailles | Paris |
| Day 5 | Train to Marseille, Explore | Marseille |
| Day 6 | Free Day in Marseille | Marseille |
| Day 7 | Transfer to Nice | Nice |
| Day 8 | Explore the French Riviera: Cannes, Antibes & Saint Paul de Vence | Nice |
| Day 9 | Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild & Matisse Museum | Nice |
| Day 10 | Depart Paris |
Spend 10 days taking in some of the top treasures in France from north to south. You'll start off exploring Paris with local guides to see both its star attractions and secret spots, then head to the historic city of Marseille. Continue to the famed French Riviera and the seaside city of Nice to end your trip in the sun. Read more
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Extended Itineraries
2-Week Itinerary Including Aix-en-Provence
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| 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
How to travel between Nice, Marseille, and 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 Paris to Marseille
Marseille, France's second-largest city, is 410 miles (660 km) away from Paris. Highspeed TGV trains connect the two cities, and there are also several direct daily flights from Orly Airport (ORY) available for those who prefer to fly. Read more
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