Itinerary · 10 days
France Itinerary, 10 Days From India
Ten days is the smart France rhythm covering Paris plus one region. The arc: 4 days Paris (iconic landmarks), 3 days Provence (Avignon plus Cassis), 2 days Loire Valley castles, 1 day return via Paris. Shorter and you stay Paris-only; the regional depth makes the trip.
The 10-day arc
Arrive Charles de Gaulle plus RER train to city.
Light Champs-Elysees walk plus Arc de Triomphe.
Bistro dinner in Marais.
Louvre Museum (book 30 days out).
Tuileries Garden plus Place de la Concorde.
Sunset at Trocadero with Eiffel Tower view plus dinner.
Day trip to Palace of Versailles.
Return to Paris plus Montmartre plus Sacre-Coeur.
Montmartre cafe dinner.
Musee d'Orsay (Impressionist masterpieces).
Latin Quarter plus Notre-Dame area.
Final Paris dinner at family bistro.
TGV high-speed train Paris to Avignon (3 hours).
Palais des Papes plus Avignon old town.
Provencal wine dinner.
Drive to Gordes plus Roussillon (ochre village).
Lavender fields (June only) or olive groves.
Truffle hunting dinner.
Drive to Cassis coastal village.
Calanques National Park boat tour.
Bouillabaisse seafood dinner.
TGV back to Paris plus internal flight or train to Tours (4 hours).
Chenonceau Castle visit.
Loire Valley wine pairing dinner.
Chambord Castle plus Amboise.
Wine tasting at small Loire vineyard.
Final group dinner in chateau.
Train back to Paris.
Airport transfer plus departure.
Return.
Budget breakdown (per person)
Mid-range solo traveller estimate. Couples sharing rooms save around 25% per person. Luxury upgrades add 50% to 100%.
Booking tips
- Schengen visa for France 15 working days through VFS France
- Louvre plus Versailles plus Orsay: book 30 days out via official sites
- TGV trains: book 60 days out via Trainline or SNCF for best fares
- Loire Valley chateaux stay: 90 days out for boutique castles
- Skip the Eiffel Tower at peak hours; book sunset tickets 60 days out
Frequently asked
Can I do France in less than 10 days?
Possible but cuts. 7 days: Paris plus one region (Loire or Provence). 8 days: tight Paris plus 2 regions. 10 days is the comfortable rhythm.
Paris or French regions for first visit?
Paris is non-negotiable. Regions add the cultural depth. 4 days Paris plus 3 days Provence is the smart minimum.
What is the actual total cost from India?
INR 3,00,000 solo mid-range. Luxury (Le Bristol Paris, Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons) push to INR 7,00,000 plus.
Does OJ run a France trip?
Not currently. France is on the 2027 to 2028 roadmap. Custom OJ private group trips available.