22 days in Bordeaux, Dordogne & Paris Itinerary
22 days in Bordeaux, Dordogne & Paris Itinerary
Created using Inspirock France travel planner
Start: Canberra
Bus to Sydney, Fly to Bordeaux
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Bordeaux
— 4 nights
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Saussignac
— 1 night
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Perigueux
— 2 nights
Drive
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Sarlat-la-Caneda
— 4 nights
Drive
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Paris
— 8 nights
Fly
End: Canberra
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The Port of the Moon
With a long history of producing regional wines since the Romans brought grapevines here during the first century, so many people consider Bordeaux to be the wine capital of the world.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Bordeaux: La Grande Dune du Pilat (in Pyla-sur-Mer), Biarritz (Port des Pecheurs & Rocher de la Vierge) and Chateau Paloumey (in Ludon-Medoc). And it doesn't end there: do a tasting at Chateau de Reignac, pause for some photo ops at Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Aquarium La Rochelle, and make a trip to Place de la Bourse.
For ratings, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Bordeaux trip itinerary website.
Canberra, Australia to Bordeaux is an approximately 32-hour combination of bus and flight. You can also fly. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Canberra to Bordeaux due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Canberra in July, things will get much hotter in Bordeaux: highs are around 31°C and lows about 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to travel to Saussignac.
Things to do in Bordeaux
Side Trips
Biarritz, La Rochelle, La Grande Dune du Pilat, Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne, Chateau de Chambrun - Chateau Moncets
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Saussignac is a commune in the Dordogne department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.It is in the heart of Bergerac wine country and produces sweet white wines. Start off your visit on the 7th (Wed): learn about winemaking at Chateau de Panisseau, indulge your senses at Bergerac Wine Tours, and then step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Bridoire.
To see where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Saussignac online tour itinerary planner.
Drive from Bordeaux to Saussignac in 1.5 hours. July in Saussignac sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can travel to Perigueux.
To see where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Saussignac online tour itinerary planner.
Drive from Bordeaux to Saussignac in 1.5 hours. July in Saussignac sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can travel to Perigueux.
Things to do in Saussignac
Side Trips
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Périgueux is a commune in the Dordogne department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.Périgueux is the prefecture of the départment. Kick off your visit on the 8th (Thu): indulge your senses at 2B Wine Not?, then browse the exhibits of Vesunna, and then admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale St-Front. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 9th (Fri): experience rural life at Ferme Andrevias, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Puyguilhem, then step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Monbazillac, and finally pick up some local products at Issigeac Sunday Market.
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Traveling by car from Saussignac to Perigueux takes 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sarlat-la-Caneda.
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Traveling by car from Saussignac to Perigueux takes 1.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Sarlat-la-Caneda.
Things to do in Perigueux
Side Trips
Chateau de Monbazillac, 2B Wine Not?, Chateau de Puyguilhem, Ferme Andrevias, Issigeac Sunday Market
Find places to stay Jul 7 — 9:
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Medieval Capital of the Dordogne Valley
Sarlat-la-Caneda is the capital of the former Périgord Noir, now referred to as the Aquitaine region that is home to a historical area consisting of impeccably preserved 14th-century buildings and sites.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sarlat-la-Caneda: Roque Saint-Christophe Fort et Cite Troglodytiques (in Peyzac-le-Moustier), Grotte de Rouffignac (in Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac) and Aquarium du Perigord Noir (in Le Bugue). The adventure continues: explore the historical opulence of Chateau des Milandes, contemplate the long history of The Maison Forte de Reignac, take in nature's colorful creations at Les Jardins d'Eau, and make a trip to Vieux Sarlat.
For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Sarlat-la-Caneda trip planner.
Traveling by car from Perigueux to Sarlat-la-Caneda takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. July in Sarlat-la-Caneda sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to drive to Paris.
Things to do in Sarlat-la-Caneda
Side Trips
Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Tursac, Chateau de Beynac, Roque Saint-Christophe Fort et Cite Troglodytiques, Eyrignac et ses Jardins en Dordogne
Find places to stay Jul 9 — 13:
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City of Light
A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.Get out of town with these interesting Paris side-trips: Rouen (Gros-Horloge, Rue du Gros-Horloge, &more) and Versailles (The Trianons & The Hamlet, Palace of Versailles, &more). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Louvre Museum, take a stroll through Le Marais, appreciate the extensive heritage of Montmartre, and get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees.
To see where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Paris trip itinerary planning tool.
Getting from Sarlat-la-Caneda to Paris by car takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or fly. When traveling from Sarlat-la-Caneda in July, plan for little chillier days in Paris, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 21st (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.
Things to do in Paris
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Dordogne travel guide
Because this region has escaped overdevelopment, Dordogne is one of France's best kept secrets with historical châteaux, medieval fortresses, prehistoric cave paintings, and Roman remains sprinkled throughout. Legendary stone villages with golden stone houses make this region seem a little like a cross between a fairy tale and a movie set. Canoeing down the River Dordogne is a fantastic way to tour the region, and there are many areas where you can walk, hike, and do your sightseeing on foot. This region, which roughly corresponds with the ancient county of Périgord, remains quite rural and known for its wonderful pâtés.