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France
Best time April to June, September to October Cost ₹₹₹₹₹ Safety 4/5 Visa Schengen short-stay (Type C)
Paris is the city of the Eiffel Tower, art and cafés, and the rest of France adds lavender fields, the Riviera, castles and Alpine snow. It's the classic first trip to Europe.
Plan your France holiday with Easy Tripping. Tell us your dates and budget and we will build a trip around you, with flights, hotels, sightseeing and visa help.
- Capital
- Paris
- Currency
- Euro (EUR €)
- Languages
- French
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Region
- Western Europe
- Best time to visit
- April to June, September to October
Places to visit in France
01Paris
Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Montmartre and Seine cruises.
02Disneyland Paris
Two parks for the whole family.
03Nice & the Riviera
Blue sea, Monaco and Èze village.
04Loire Valley
Fairy-tale châteaux.
05Mont Saint-Michel
Abbey island in the tides.
06Chamonix
Mont Blanc views and cable cars.
Things to do
Experiences we can add to your trip.
Eiffel Tower summit
Lift to the top for city views.
Seine dinner cruise
Paris lit up at night.
Versailles Palace
Hall of Mirrors and gardens.
Disneyland Paris
Fireworks show at the castle.
Wine & cheese tasting
Classic French experience.
When to visit France
JanOkay
FebOkay
MarGood
AprBest
MayBest
JunBest
JulGood
AugGood
SepBest
OctBest
NovOkay
DecGood
BestApr – Jun
Spring blooms, comfortable sightseeing.
SummerJul – Aug
Riviera beach season; busy and hot.
BestSep – Oct
Grape harvest, fewer crowds.
FestiveDec
Christmas lights and markets.
Food to try
Croissant & pain au chocolat
Breakfast from a local boulangerie.
Crêpes
Sweet or savoury, easy veg option.
Cheese & baguette
A picnic by the Seine.
Macarons
Ladurée and Pierre Hermé.
Indian food
Passage Brady and Gare du Nord area in Paris.
Shopping
Champs-Élysées & Galeries Lafayette
Fashion and perfumes.
La Vallée Village
Designer outlet near Disneyland.
Perfume & cosmetics
Grasse and Paris pharmacies.
Flea markets
Saint-Ouen antiques.
Culture & etiquette
- Say 'Bonjour' when you enter a shop.
- Service is included; leave small change for good service.
- Dinner is usually after 7:30 pm.
Getting around & facilities
- SIM & internet
- Orange or Free tourist SIMs; EU roaming works across Schengen.
- Getting around
- Metro in Paris, TGV fast trains between cities.
- Power plug
- Type C/E, 230V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit.
- Money
- Euro. Cards widely accepted.
- Visa
- Schengen short-stay visa via VFS.
- Emergency
- 112.
- Emergency number
- 112
Safety for travellers
General safety 4/5
- Watch for pickpockets at the Eiffel Tower, metro and Louvre.
- Ignore petition and 'friendship bracelet' scammers.
Women travellers
- Safe for women; usual big-city care at night.
- Use Uber or G7 taxis late.
Our team is reachable 24/7 during your trip.
Cost index
Typical prices on the ground, per person. Flights not included.
Expensive
| Café meal | ₹1,500 – 2,500 |
|---|---|
| Restaurant meal for two | ₹6,000 – 10,000 |
| Coffee | ₹250 – 450 |
| Metro ride | ₹200 |
| Disneyland day ticket | ₹6,000 – 9,000 |
| 3-star hotel per night | ₹11,000 – 18,000 |
Budget₹9,000 – 13,000per person, per day
Comfort₹16,000 – 24,000per person, per day
Luxury₹40,000+per person, per day
Prices are approximate and change with season and exchange rates. Ask us for an exact quote.
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France visa for Indians
Schengen visa required.
Schengen short-stay (Type C)
Tourism or family visit, up to 90 days in any 180 days, valid across all 29 Schengen countries.
Multiple-entry ('cascade')
Frequent travellers with previous Schengen visas may get 1–5 year visas.
Documents you need
- Completed visa application form, signed
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, with 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-size photo (white background)
- Return flight tickets
- Hotel bookings for the whole stay
- Last 3–6 months bank statements
- Income tax returns (last 2–3 years)
- Travel insurance with at least €30,000 medical cover
- Day-by-day itinerary and cover letter
- Employed: leave letter and last 3 salary slips
- Self-employed: GST/company registration and business bank statement
- Students: bonafide certificate from school/college
Fees & waiting time
| Embassy visa fee (adult) | €90 (about ₹9,000) |
|---|---|
| Child 6–12 years | €45 |
| Under 6 | Free |
| VFS Global service charge | about ₹2,000 – 3,000 |
| Easy Tripping service charge | Ask us |
Processing time: 15 working days after biometrics (can take up to 45 days in peak season). Apply 2–3 months before travel; appointments fill fast from April to July.
How to apply: Biometrics (fingerprints and photo) at VFS Global in Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi and other cities.
Get visa help Official visa website ↗
Fees are approximate, last checked November 2026. Embassies change rules and fees without notice, so we always confirm the latest before you apply.
Emergency help in France
- Local police / ambulance: 112
- Indian embassy & consulates: official list of Indian missions abroad ↗
- MADAD (consular help for Indians abroad): madad.gov.in ↗
- Easy Tripping 24/7 trip support: +91 94296 91021
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Flights to France
| Route | Airlines | Flight time | Stops | Return fare from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai (MAA) → Paris (CDG) Daily |
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