Building your France Nice itinerary…
Embark on an unforgettable 14-night family journey through the heart of France, meticulously crafted to delight every member of your family. This comprehensive itinerary balances iconic sights with engaging, age-appropriate activities, ensuring a comfortable pace for exploration and relaxation across four distinct cities. From the sun-kissed Riviera to the grandeur of Paris, the vibrant pulse of Marseille, and the gastronomic delights of Lyon, this adventure promises a rich tapestry of French culture, history, and flavour.
Witnessing the magical first sight of the sparkling Eiffel Tower at dusk, creating an unforgettable family memory in Paris.
Wandering through the vibrant, colourful streets of Nice Old Town and experiencing the fragrant Cours Saleya Flower Market, soaking in authentic Riviera charm.
Embarking on a 'secret mission' to discover the hidden Traboules of Lyon, turning historical exploration into a fun family adventure.
Standing atop Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica, gazing at the sweeping panoramic views of Marseille's Old Port and the glistening Mediterranean Sea.
Gliding across France on high-speed TGV trains, enjoying scenic landscapes and comfortable, efficient travel between cities.
Upon your family's arrival at Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, a pre-arranged private transfer will ensure a smooth journey to your elegant hotel. Take time to check in and allow everyone to settle comfortably after your journey. This morning is for relaxation.
The afternoon is planned for a relaxed walk along the Promenade des Anglais. This 7-km long palm-lined beachfront promenade is an emblem of Nice, offering pleasant views and a wide path suitable for families. Enjoy the coastal atmosphere.
For the evening, enjoy a relaxed meal. Consider dining at Old Lyon, which opens until 11:00 PM. This traditional brasserie offers coffee, beer, wine, and cocktails, along with breakfast and lunch options, providing a casual family atmosphere.
Today, your family will discover Nice Old Town, a vibrant area of narrow, sun-drenched streets and colourful Baroque buildings. Wander through its unique character, noting the architecture and local life. This area offers a glimpse into Nice's past.
After exploring the Old Town, visit the famous Cours Saleya Flower Market. This long-running outdoor market features fresh cut flowers, local produce, and food products. It operates from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Tuesday to Saturday, offering a lively experience.
Enjoy a relaxed evening with your family. You might revisit the Promenade des Anglais for a gentle stroll as the day cools, or choose another local restaurant for dinner. Old Lyon is open until 11:00 PM if you prefer a familiar option.
Begin your day with a morning walk on the Promenade des Anglais, where the gentle sea breeze is refreshing. This 7-km long palm-lined beachfront promenade is suitable for families, offering views of the azure waters and a relaxed start to the day.
The afternoon offers free time for your family to enjoy Nice at their leisure. You might revisit a favourite spot in Nice Old Town or simply relax at your hotel. This allows for flexibility and a comfortable pace for everyone.
For your evening, enjoy a relaxed dinner at a local restaurant. Old Lyon is open until 11:00 PM, providing a traditional brasserie setting. Alternatively, explore other dining options in Nice that cater to family preferences for a pleasant end to the day.
This morning provides additional time to appreciate Nice at a comfortable, unhurried pace. A second visit to the Promenade des Anglais is included, a popular spot for families to walk or simply observe the Mediterranean activity. Enjoy the fresh air.
The afternoon offers ample free time for your family to pursue individual interests. You might choose to revisit the Cours Saleya Flower Market if it's open, or simply relax. This flexible schedule ensures everyone enjoys their final full day in Nice.
Enjoy a farewell dinner in Nice this evening. Old Lyon, open until 11:00 PM, offers a traditional brasserie experience. Alternatively, explore other dining establishments in Nice Old Town for a memorable family meal, reflecting on your Riviera experiences.
Today involves a high-speed TGV train journey from Nice to Paris, covering 933 km and taking about 9.4 hours. Enjoy the scenic transition from the Riviera to the capital. Ensure your family is comfortable for this significant travel day.
Upon arrival in Paris, transfer to your centrally located hotel. After checking in, take time to settle and freshen up. This afternoon is for relaxation and preparation before your evening activity, ensuring everyone is ready for Paris.
The evening is reserved for a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower. Your pre-booked entry is timed to coincide with sunset, allowing your family to witness the city lights appear. The tower is open until 12:00 AM daily, offering ample time.
The morning is dedicated to the Louvre Museum. Your pre-booked entry will facilitate access to its vast collections. Focus on family-friendly highlights such as the Mona Lisa, Egyptian antiquities, or the medieval Louvre foundations. The museum opens at 9:00 AM.
In the afternoon, visit Notre-Dame Cathedral. This towering, 12th-century cathedral, with its flying buttresses, is a significant landmark. Though currently under restoration, its exterior remains impressive. It opens at 7:50 AM daily.
Enjoy a relaxed evening in Paris with your family. Explore local dining options near your hotel or consider a gentle walk along the Seine River. This allows for a comfortable end to a day filled with art and history, suitable for all ages.
Begin your day with a relaxed breakfast. The morning is open for flexible family activities. Consider revisiting a favourite spot or discovering a new neighbourhood. A visit to Marché couvert des Enfants Rouges offers a local experience for all ages.
Spend your afternoon at the iconic Eiffel Tower. This Gustave Eiffel's wrought-iron 1889 tower offers steps and elevators to observation decks. It is open Monday: 9:00 AM-12:00 AM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM-12:00 AM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM-12:00 AM; Thursday: 9:00 AM-12:00 AM; Friday: 9:00 AM-12:00 AM.
Enjoy an evening stroll near Notre-Dame Cathedral, a towering 12th-century cathedral. While viewing its exterior, appreciate the flying buttresses and gargoyles. Consider a family-friendly tour like Secret Food Tours Paris.
Enjoy a final Parisian breakfast before a relaxed morning. This is an ideal time for last-minute souvenir shopping or a gentle stroll through a local arrondissement. Consider a Free Tour Paris - PARIS STEP BY STEP TOURS for family insights.
Spend your afternoon revisiting a cherished Parisian spot or discovering a new cultural experience. The Louvre Museum, housing a vast art collection, offers a rich family outing. It is open Monday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM-9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM-9:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM.
Conclude your day with a memorable Parisian family dinner. Reflect on your adventures in the city. Alternatively, consider an evening cultural activity or a leisurely walk along the Seine River.
Your family embarks on a TGV train journey from Paris to Marseille, covering 774 km in about 7.9 hours. Upon arrival, head to the Old Port, a lively area with fishing boats. Observe the daily fish market activity.
In the afternoon, ascend to Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica. This grand basilica, at the city's highest point, is crowned by a golden statue of the Virgin Mary. It is open Monday: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM-6:00 PM.
After a day of travel and exploration, enjoy a relaxing evening in Marseille. Settle into your accommodation and perhaps find a local restaurant near the Old Port for a family dinner.
Begin your day by experiencing more of Marseille's maritime identity. Revisit the Old Port area, observing the various boats and the general activity that defines this historic harbour. Perhaps enjoy a boat tour from here.
The afternoon offers ample free time for your family. You might choose to relax at a local cafe, browse shops, or simply enjoy the Mediterranean ambiance. Consider a leisurely walk along the waterfront.
Enjoy a relaxed evening with your family in Marseille. This is a perfect opportunity to try local Provençal cuisine at a restaurant of your choice or simply unwind after your explorations.
After a final morning in Marseille, your family will embark on a TGV train journey north to Lyon, France's gastronomic capital. The transfer covers 313 km and takes about 3.2 hours.
Upon arrival in Lyon and check-in to your centrally located hotel, take some time to settle in. Begin a gentle exploration of the city's charm. Perhaps a visit to Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse.
The evening is planned for an exploration of Lyon's Old Town. Visit the grand medieval Lyon Cathedral, featuring an astronomical clock and stained-glass windows. It is open Monday: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM-7:00 PM.
Delve deeper into Lyon's unique character this morning. Begin with an exploration of the famous Traboules, hidden passageways weaving through Old Lyon. These architectural features offer an intriguing glimpse into the city's past.
Continue exploring Old Lyon, perhaps revisiting Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse for lunch or snacks. This market is a great spot to experience Lyon's gastronomic reputation with your family.
Enjoy a relaxed evening in Lyon, reflecting on the city's history and culinary delights. Consider a family dinner at a traditional Lyonnaise bouchon for an authentic local experience.
Begin with a relaxed exploration of Old Lyon's charming cobblestone streets and hidden courtyards. Families can visit Lyon Cathedral, a grand medieval church with an astronomical clock and stained-glass windows, open from 8:30 AM.
Continue discovering Old Lyon at a leisurely pace. Wander through its historic alleys, perhaps finding a local spot for a family snack. This allows for deeper appreciation of the area's unique atmosphere and architecture.
Enjoy a relaxed family dinner in Old Lyon. Consider trying a local eatery for a taste of regional cuisine. The evening offers a peaceful ambiance after a day of discovery.
Spend your final morning in Lyon with a relaxed exploration of Old Lyon's charming streets. This is an ideal time for last-minute souvenir shopping or revisiting a favourite spot. Consider visiting Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a popular market.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in Lyon. Perhaps find a pleasant cafe for a family treat or simply relax by the river. This allows for a gentle end to your time in the city.
Have a final family dinner in Lyon, reflecting on your French adventure. Choose a comfortable restaurant in Old Lyon to savour local flavours one last time.
Begin your final day with a relaxed breakfast at your hotel in Lyon, reminiscing about your family adventure across France. A pre-arranged private transfer will then take your family from your hotel to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) for your flight home.
Continue your journey to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) via your pre-arranged private transfer. Ensure all luggage and travel documents are ready for your departure.
Your family's French odyssey concludes today. Depart from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) with cherished memories of Nice, Paris, Marseille, and Lyon.
Gustave Eiffel's iconic, wrought-iron 1889 tower, with steps and elevators to observation decks.
Former historic palace housing huge art collection, from Roman sculptures to da Vinci's "Mona Lisa.".
Towering, 12th-century cathedral with flying buttresses & gargoyles, setting for Hugo's novel.
Grand basilica at the city's highest point, crowned by golden statue of the Virgin Mary by Lequesne.
19th-century basilica with 4 octagonal towers, a religious art museum & regular Catholic services.
Huge 1800s neo-Byzantine cathedral featuring an opulent interior lined with murals, mosaic & marble.
Monument from the mid-1800s with a waterfall & reservoir built to bring water to the city.
Vast, tree-lined public square with flower stalls & a small art museum, plus a seasonal ice-rink.
Your draft will show available hotels, exact rooms, meals and cancellation terms for your dates.
Locals send you here for the choux with its airy puff and mango and passionfruit filling, which reviewers call the best they've ever had.
Take the invigorating hike to the top of Castle Hill for a postcard-perfect view of the city, Mediterranean, and Promenade du Paillon park.
The view stretches all along the coast, especially stunning at sunset, and you should prepare for stairs to reach the multiple levels.
Livia leads an informative, fascinating, lively 2-hour private tour of the Marais, offering a Jewish perspective of Paris that reviewers found incredibly knowledgeable.
The classic Brazilian coffee taste and delicious cakes are served by baristas making beautiful latte art, though it's not laptop-friendly.
Chef Mathieu generously shares family recipes like rabbit in mustard sauce and saag paneer in this small, intimate restaurant where plates are quite big.
The hike to the belvedere point to d'En Vau beach takes about 1.5 hours one way with no shade, and rocks can be slippery, especially if it rains.
The breakfast combo of pan au choco, cappuccino, and orange juice is great, and the coffee and croissant are fair at a very reasonable price.
Locals frequent this Armenian bakery for its big choice of savoury and sweet pastries, especially the unmatched Jengyalov hats and Gata.
On a warm, sunny day, you can sit outside and soak in the city vibes, or enjoy the creative corner where old menus are upcycled for art.
This cozy locale showcases French-Latin American fusion cuisine with great wine and food selections every week, and reservations are easily accommodated.
This take-away kitchen offers ready-made meals like poulet moutarde and boeuf bourguignon in mason jars, with a great price-quality ratio, as there are no seats.
High-speed trains across France, kids glued to the windows the whole way, brilliant.
Solid family package start to finish, Marseille's basilica views were gorgeous though the climb up in the afternoon heat with young kids was tougher than we planned for.
Turned the Lyon traboules hunt into a proper secret mission for the kids, complete with a made-up spy story, and they were fully invested for two hours straight.
Two weeks, four cities, and Nice stayed the most relaxed stop of the lot for us as parents.
Fourteen nights and our seven and ten-year-olds stayed engaged the whole time, which honestly stunned us. The photo of all four of us under the Eiffel Tower as it lit up is framed in the hallway now, and the TGV rides between cities were an adventure of their own for them.
Nice's Cours Saleya flower market in the morning smelled incredible and gave the children something to point at every few steps, easily the most relaxed city on the whole itinerary for us as parents.
June, July, August
From ₹1,44,900 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary.. This is an indicative From price built from live supplier fares and rates; your NxVoy travel expert confirms the final figure against your exact dates and party.
14 Nights Accommodation in selected hotels (NH Nice, Saint Germain - Paris, Carre Vieux Port, Grand Hotel des Terreaux); Breakfasts at hotels (where applicable); International return economy class flights from Bengaluru to Nice, returning from Lyon; High-speed TGV train tickets between Nice-Paris, Paris-Marseille, Marseille-Lyon; Pre-arranged private transfers from airports to hotels and hotels to airports; Pre-booked entry to Eiffel Tower; Pre-booked entry to Louvre Museum; Consultant-designed itinerary and local recommendations.
Meals not specified (lunches and dinners); Local city transportation (metro, bus, tram); Travel Insurance; Visa fees and processing; Gratuities and personal expenses.
15 days and 14 nights, across 4 destinations.
Nice, Paris, Marseille, Lyon. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.
NH Nice (Nice, 4 nights); Saint Germain - Paris (Paris, 4 nights); Carre Vieux Port (Marseille, 3 nights); Grand Hotel des Terreaux (Lyon, 3 nights). Exact properties are confirmed with your quote and subject to availability.
Pâtisserie Moutet — Locals send you here for the choux with its airy puff and mango and passionfruit filling, which reviewers call the best they've ever had.; Panorama sur la Vieille Ville de Nice — Take the invigorating hike to the top of Castle Hill for a postcard-perfect view of the city, Mediterranean, and Promenade du Paillon park.; Grand Panorama de Nice — The view stretches all along the coast, especially stunning at sunset, and you should prepare for stairs to reach the multiple levels.; Jewish Tours Paris — Livia leads an informative, fascinating, lively 2-hour private tour of the Marais, offering a Jewish perspective of Paris that reviewers found incredibly knowledgeable.; Coffee Specialty Coffee - Torréfaction artisanale — The classic Brazilian coffee taste and delicious cakes are served by baristas making beautiful latte art, though it's not laptop-friendly..
Eiffel Tower; Louvre Museum; Notre-Dame Cathedral; Notre-Dame de la Garde Basilica; Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière; Marseille Cathedral.
A family of four (2 adults + 2 kids) seeking a diverse and engaging exploration of France, blending coastal charm, iconic cityscapes, historical ports, and culinary delights, with a balanced pace for all ages.
Visa requirements depend on your passport and residence. Your NxVoy travel expert advises on visas and handles the paperwork as part of your tailored quote.
Yes. Every NxVoy journey is fully tailored to your dates, group and budget. Share your preferences on WhatsApp and our experts (with Shasa AI) adjust the itinerary, stays and pace to suit you.
Start from this page and a NxVoy travel expert confirms your dates, party and final price before anything is paid. Flights, stays, transfers and experiences are booked together, so the ₹1,44,900 From price covers a real, connected trip rather than a room rate.
Every NxVoy journey is delivered in partnership with Maanas Sarover Tours & Travels, an IATA-accredited house with two decades of on-the-ground expertise and membership across India's foremost travel and tourism bodies.
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