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A week in France offers the perfect balance of exploration and relaxation, allowing you to immerse in its rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes. Begin in Paris, where iconic sights like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and charming cafés await. Then, venture to the lavender fields and vineyards of Provence for a taste of French countryside living. Head to the glamorous French Riviera to relax on Mediterranean beaches or explore the chic streets of Nice and Cannes. With a week, you can experience France's diverse charm, from art and history to breathtaking coastlines and picturesque towns.

Explore the country that straddles Asia and Europe during your 14 days in Turkey. Jaunt, through its major cities like Istanbul and Ankara, follows the footsteps of Greeks and Romans in Troy, Pergamum, and Ephesus. Alternatively, hike the spellbinding Lycian Trail or follow the footsteps of Saint Paul through the Taurus Mountains. Sail down the Aegean if you want to. With our 14-day tours in Turkey below, you have a solid amount of time to hit the country’s best sites.

Spend 10 days in Turkey exploring the most iconic sites of Istanbul or getting tanned on the beaches of Fethiye. Unravel the history of Homer’s Troy and stroll through Ephesus Roman ruins. Go on a hiking trip through the remote Lycian Way. Relax in the ancient geothermal terraces of Pamukkale, experience the natural wonder of the Fairy Chimneys in the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum, or check out the vineyards of Sirince. If you are looking for the ultimate combination of nature and culture, then our recommended itineraries are guaranteed to please you during your 10-day tour to Turkey.

Those looking to spend 10 days in Nepal can soak up its towering mountains during one of the shorter treks like Mardi Himal or Poon Hill, then travel down to its plains where nature reserves abound. Try spotting tigers on a jeep safari in Chitwan or head for Bardia instead. Visit the Buddha’s birthplace in Lumbini. Alternatively, go for a 10-day long trek to Annapurna Base Camp. Unwind with a boat ride in Pokhara or scour the streets of Kathmandu for ancient temples and bargain finds.

Most travelers touring Nepal plan a fortnight-long stay in the country in order to trek to the base camp of either Mount Everest or Mount Annapurna. However, the country also has a lot to offer, even to those planning to spend just 7 days in Nepal. For hike lovers, there are treks to the Langtang Valley and the lower foothills of the Everest region that can be done in around a week. Alternatively, you can also combine destinations like Pokhara and Nagarkot with wildlife reserves like Bardia and cultural hotspots like Lalitpur and Bhaktapur Durbar Squares during your one-week stay in Nepal. Check out our pick of 7-day travel itineraries to Nepal below.