Destination guide

France trip planning guide

A rail-first way to compare Paris, food cities, and the Alps without overloading a short trip.

Make the decision concrete

Use this guide to choose a route shape, then enter your dates, budget, and pace in FarSerene to generate a version for your actual trip.

See the route numbers →

Method note

These are editorial planning ranges, not live quotes. We compare route shape, hotel-night count, transfer time, and category shares so the trade-offs remain visible. Confirm current prices, schedules, availability, entry rules, and insurance terms with providers before booking.

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