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Alpine & Riviera Discovery: Lake Geneva to the Cote
d'Azur

Snow-capped Alps, Provence sun and Mediterranean glamour on one scenic rail arc

14 Nights · Flexible (spring to autumn ideal) · Switzerland · France · Italy · Monaco

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Trip Overview
Duration
14 Nights
Flexible (spring to autumn ideal) · Couple
Where
Switzerland · France · Italy · Monaco
Aiguille du Midi cable car to 3,842m for 360-degree Mont Blanc views · TGV to Provence: the Papal Palace and the Roman Pont du Gard · French Riviera days in Nice, hilltop Eze and glamorous Monte Carlo
Budget
INR 5.2 lakh per person including return
Indicative from ~INR 5.2 lakh per person including return international flights, hotels with breakfast, and the listed rail and cable-car tickets; varies by season.
Where You'll Stay

Comfortable 2-4 star hotel

Geneva · 3 Nights
Breakfast included; central lakeside base

Comfortable 2-4 star hotel

Avignon · 2 Nights
Breakfast included; Provence base

Comfortable 2-4 star hotel

Nice · 3 Nights
Breakfast included; French Riviera base

Comfortable 2-4 star hotel

Turin · 2 Nights
Breakfast included; Piedmont base

Comfortable 2-4 star hotel

Zermatt · 2 Nights
Breakfast included; car-free alpine village

Comfortable 2-4 star hotel

Montreux · 2 Nights
Breakfast included; Swiss Riviera lakeside
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1
DAY
Day 1 of 15
Arrival in Geneva
  • Arrive at Geneva Airport (GVA) and transfer to your hotel
  • Settle in and explore the city at your own pace
  • Lakeside stroll along the shores of Lake Geneva
  • See the Jet d'Eau fountain and the Flower Clock
  • Overnight in Geneva
2
DAY
Day 2 of 15
Chamonix & Mont Blanc
  • Day trip across the border to Chamonix, France
  • Ride the Aiguille du Midi cable car to 3,842m
  • 360-degree views over the French, Swiss and Italian Alps
  • Optional tandem paragliding for the adventurous
  • Overnight in Geneva
3
DAY
Day 3 of 15
High-Speed Train to Avignon
  • High-speed TGV train from Geneva to Avignon, Provence
  • Afternoon visit to the Palais des Papes (Papal Palace)
  • Explore the Gothic fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Overnight in Avignon
4
DAY
Day 4 of 15
Roman History or Provencal Wines
  • Full-day excursion through the heritage of Provence
  • Visit the Pont du Gard, an ancient Roman aqueduct
  • Or tour sun-drenched vineyards for a wine tasting
  • Sample regional wines such as Chateauneuf-du-Pape
  • Overnight in Avignon
5
DAY
Day 5 of 15
The French Riviera in Nice
  • Train south to Nice on the Mediterranean coast
  • Check in and soak up the Riviera atmosphere
  • Stroll the Promenade des Anglais
  • Admire the azure waters of the Baie des Anges
  • Overnight in Nice
6
DAY
Day 6 of 15
Old Nice & Castle Hill
  • Morning wander through Vieux Nice (Old Town)
  • Browse the Cours Saleya flower and produce market
  • Climb Colline du Chateau (Castle Hill) in the afternoon
  • Panoramic views over the city, port and coastline
  • Overnight in Nice
7
DAY
Day 7 of 15
Glamour in Monaco & Eze
  • Day trip along the coast to two Riviera icons
  • Visit the medieval hilltop village of Eze
  • Continue to the principality of Monaco
  • See the Prince's Palace and the Monte Carlo Casino
  • Overnight in Nice
8
DAY
Day 8 of 15
Crossing into Turin, Italy
  • Scenic train from the Riviera into the Italian Alps
  • Arrive in Turin, the first capital of Italy
  • Admire refined baroque architecture and grand squares
  • Enjoy your first taste of Italian culture
  • Overnight in Turin
9
DAY
Day 9 of 15
The Culture & History of Turin
  • Full day exploring Turin's cultural treasures
  • Visit the Museo Egizio (Egyptian Museum)
  • See the Royal Palace and Piazza Castello
  • Sample the city's famous chocolate
  • Overnight in Turin
10
DAY
Day 10 of 15
Into the Swiss Alps to Zermatt
  • Spectacular train journey into the heart of the Swiss Alps
  • Travel through dramatic valleys to car-free Zermatt
  • Arrive at the foot of the iconic Matterhorn
  • Breathe the crisp alpine air
  • Overnight in Zermatt
11
DAY
Day 11 of 15
Gornergrat & Matterhorn Views
  • Ride the historic Gornergrat cogwheel railway
  • Reach the observation platform at 3,089m
  • Iconic views of the Matterhorn and Gorner Glacier
  • See more than twenty 4,000-metre peaks
  • Overnight in Zermatt
12
DAY
Day 12 of 15
Journey to Montreux
  • Train from the high Alps to elegant Montreux
  • Arrive on the Swiss Riviera shore of Lake Geneva
  • Walk the flower-lined lakeside promenade
  • See the Belle Epoque architecture and Freddie Mercury statue
  • Overnight in Montreux
13
DAY
Day 13 of 15
Chateau de Chillon & Lavaux
  • Visit the medieval Chateau de Chillon on the lake
  • Explore the water-side castle's preserved halls
  • Afternoon in the Lavaux vineyard terraces (UNESCO)
  • Steep slopes of vines overlooking Lake Geneva
  • Overnight in Montreux
14
DAY
Day 14 of 15
Return to Geneva
  • Short scenic train ride along the lake to Geneva
  • Free afternoon for last-minute shopping on Rue du Rhone
  • Optional Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum visit
  • Relax at a lakeside cafe
  • Overnight in Geneva
15
DAY
Day 15 of 15
Departure from Geneva
  • Breakfast and check out
  • Transfer to Geneva Airport (GVA) for your onward flight
Good to Know

Getting around

The trip is built around scenic high-speed and mountain trains, with a round-trip bus for the Chamonix day trip. Rail links Geneva-Avignon-Nice-Turin-Zermatt-Montreux-Geneva.

Best time to travel

Late spring through autumn offers the best balance of clear Alpine views and warm Riviera weather. High mountain excursions (Aiguille du Midi, Gornergrat) depend on clear skies.

Four countries, one loop

The route touches Switzerland, France, Italy and the principality of Monaco. Carry ID for the frequent border crossings, all made simple by rail.

Mountain excursions

The Aiguille du Midi (3,842m) and Gornergrat (3,089m) reach high altitude. Dress warmly year-round and allow time to acclimatise at the top stations.

Indicative budget

A trip of this length and standard, including international flights, 2-4 star hotels with breakfast, and the listed rail and cable-car passes, typically starts around INR 5.2 lakh per person. Final pricing varies by season and availability.

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