60 days in France Itinerary
60 days in France Itinerary
Created using Inspirock France vacation maker
Start: Rio de Janeiro
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Lyon
— 5 nights
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Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
— 4 nights
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Arles
— 3 nights
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Marseille
— 5 nights
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Nice
— 7 nights
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Albi
— 4 nights
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Carcassonne
— 6 nights
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Lourdes
— 4 nights
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Fontainebleau
— 4 nights
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Honfleur
— 6 nights
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Rouen
— 2 nights
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Paris
— 9 nights
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End: Rio de Janeiro
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Lyon
— 5 nights
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Culinary Capital of France
Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.Explore hidden gems such as Musee Miniature et Cinema and Colline de Fourviere. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Théâtre gallo-romain and Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Lyon: Grenoble (Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation de l'Isere, Musee de Grenoble, &more), Resonance Canyon (in Saint-Baudille-de-la-Tour) and Parc Naturel Regional Du Vercors (in Lans-en-Vercors). There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Institut & Musee Lumiere, admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and don't miss a visit to La Vieille Ville.
For ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Lyon route planner.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Lyon is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Rio de Janeiro to Lyon is 4 hours. Traveling from Rio de Janeiro in January, things will get cooler in Lyon: highs are around 9°C and lows about 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc.
Things to do in Lyon
Side Trips
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Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
— 4 nights
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Vallon-Pont-d'Arc is a commune in the Ardèche department in southern France.Vallon-Pont-d'Arc is a capital of prehistoric and cultural tourism. Explore hidden gems such as Musee du Nougat Fabrique Arnaud Soubeyran and Chateau de Grignan. Popular historic sites such as Abbaye de Mazan and Forteresse de Mornas are in your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Vallon-Pont-d'Arc side-trips: La Ferme aux Crocodiles (in Pierrelatte), Terres d'ecriture (in Grignan) and Safari Souterrain Speleo (in Cendras). And it doesn't end there: explore the stunning scenery at Gorges de l'Ardeche, take in the awesome beauty at Mt Ventoux, steep yourself in history at Eglise Notre-Dame-de-l'Annonciation, and explore the fascinating underground world of Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac.
To see where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Vallon-Pont-d'Arc vacation planner.
Drive from Lyon to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. In January, daily temperatures in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Arles.
To see where to stay, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Vallon-Pont-d'Arc vacation planner.
Drive from Lyon to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. In January, daily temperatures in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc can reach 11°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Arles.
Things to do in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
Side Trips
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Arles
— 3 nights
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Soul of Provence
Remote, uneventful, but definitely not a waste of time, Arles is absolutely steeped in Provençal culture.Get some historical perspective at Chateau de Tarascon and Amphitheatre (les Arenes). Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Espace Georges Brassens and St-Trophime Cloister (Cloitre St-Trophime). Explore Arles' surroundings by going to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau & Notre Dame de la Mer - Église fortifiée), Tours et Remparts d'Aigues-Mortes (in Aigues-Mortes) and Nimes (Tour Magne & Jardins de la Fontaine). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Musee Departemental Arles Antique, take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise St-Trophime, surround yourself with nature on La Maison du Guide de Camargue, and don't miss a visit to Abbaye de Montmajour.
For where to stay, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Arles visit planner.
Traveling by car from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to Arles takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or do a combination of bus and train. In January, daytime highs in Arles are 11°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Marseille.
Things to do in Arles
Side Trips
Saint-Remy-de-Provence, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Nimes, Chateau des Baux de Provence, Chateau de Tarascon
Find places to stay Jan 10 — 13:
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Marseille
— 5 nights
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Gateway to Provence
The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.Hotel de Caumont - Art Centre and Musee d'Histoire de Marseille will appeal to museum buffs. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine and Cathédrale La Major. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Marseille: Rade de Toulon (in Toulon), Trolib (in Cassis) and Avignon (Pont d'Avignon & Palais des Papes). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Palais Longchamp, admire the masterpieces at Chateau La Coste en Provence, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and get to know the fascinating history of Vallon des Auffes.
To see more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Marseille trip planning website.
Traveling by car from Arles to Marseille takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In January, daytime highs in Marseille are 14°C, while nighttime lows are 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Nice.
Things to do in Marseille
Side Trips
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Nice
— 7 nights
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Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)
Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.Get a sense of the local culture at Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes and Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate. Appreciate the collections at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild and Musee Matisse. Explore Nice's surroundings by going to Antibes (Garoupe Lighthouse (Phare de la Garoupe) & Chapelle de la Garoupe), La Croisette (in Cannes) and Easy Dive (in Juan-les-Pins). There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Reserve Biologique des Monts d'Azur, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Art Moderne Et d'Art Contemporain, and steep yourself in history at Villa Kerylos.
Plan trip to Nice with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Traveling by car from Marseille to Nice takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. January in Nice sees daily highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to travel to Albi.
Things to do in Nice
Side Trips
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Albi
— 4 nights
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Albi is a commune in southern France. Cathedrale Sainte-Cecile and Chateau de Cenevieres are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get some historical perspective at Cloitre de la Collegiale Saint Salvy and Grotte du Pech-Merle. Get out of town with these interesting Albi side-trips: Village de Conques (in Conques), Pont Valentre (in Cahors) and S Room Agency (in Montauban). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, get to know the fascinating history of Bourg Medieval de Saint-Cirq Lapopie, see the interesting displays at Musee Soulages Rodez, and make a trip to Cathedrale Notre Dame de Rodez.
To find other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Albi online road trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Nice to Albi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Nice in January: high temperatures in Albi hover around 11°C and lows are around 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Carcassonne.
To find other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Albi online road trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Nice to Albi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Nice in January: high temperatures in Albi hover around 11°C and lows are around 3°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Carcassonne.
Things to do in Albi
Side Trips
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Carcassonne
— 6 nights
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Medieval Heart of France
Best known as a fortified town, Carcassonne is a walled city that provided the inspiration for the castle in Disney's "Sleeping Beauty" and the location for many scenes in Kevin Costner's movie "Robin Hood." For a daily dose of excitement, medieval jousting tournaments are held twice per day between the two walls--while this may sound like a typical touristy show, it's actually an entertaining display of combative competition and horsemanship.Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Chateau de Queribus and Chateau Comtal. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Cathar Castles and Chateau de Peyrepertuse. Get out of town with these interesting Carcassonne side-trips: Toulouse (Church of Les Jacobins, Musee des Augustins, &more), Château de Salses (in Salses-Le-Chateau) and Aeroscopia (in Blagnac). Next up on the itinerary: pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Nazaire, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedrale St-Pierre, stop by Cité de Carcassonne, and explore the world behind art at Musee Fabre.
Discover how to plan a Carcassonne trip in just a few steps with Inspirock's itinerary builder.
Traveling by car from Albi to Carcassonne takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Lourdes.
Things to do in Carcassonne
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jan 29 — Feb 4:
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Lourdes
— 4 nights
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Lourdes is a small market town lying in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Appreciate the collections at Chateau Fort of Lourdes and Château de Pau. Get some cultural insight at Cathedrale Sainte Marie and Phare de Biarritz. Change things up with these side-trips from Lourdes: Chapelle de Piétat (in Saint-Savin), Cauterets (Caminando & Pont d'Espagne) and Pau (Foret de Bastard & Boulevard des Pyrenees). There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Grotte de Massabielle, get great views at Rocher de la Vierge, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique de l’Immaculee Conception, and don't miss a visit to Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne.
For reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Lourdes journey maker.
Traveling by car from Carcassonne to Lourdes takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Lourdes when traveling from Carcassonne in February, with lows around 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Fontainebleau.
For reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Lourdes journey maker.
Traveling by car from Carcassonne to Lourdes takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder evenings in Lourdes when traveling from Carcassonne in February, with lows around 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Fontainebleau.
Things to do in Lourdes
Side Trips
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Fontainebleau
— 4 nights
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Fontainebleau is a commune in the metropolitan area of Paris, France. Get some cultural insight at Basilique Sainte Madeleine and Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte. Chateau de Fontainebleau and Château de Sully-sur-Loire will appeal to history buffs. Explore Fontainebleau's surroundings by going to Eglise Saint Pierre (in Moutiers-en-Puisaye), Chablis Vititours (in Chablis) and Eglise Saint-Germain (in La Ferte-Loupiere). There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Briare aqueduct Pont-canal de Briare, examine the collection at Musee Jardin Bourdelle, delve into the lush surroundings at Fontainebleau Forest (Foret de Fontainebleau), and explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Saint-Fargeau.
For where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Fontainebleau trip itinerary maker website.
Fly from Lourdes to Fontainebleau in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from Lourdes, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Fontainebleau, ranging from highs of 7°C to lows of 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can go by car to Honfleur.
For where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read Fontainebleau trip itinerary maker website.
Fly from Lourdes to Fontainebleau in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from Lourdes, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Fontainebleau, ranging from highs of 7°C to lows of 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can go by car to Honfleur.
Things to do in Fontainebleau
Side Trips
Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Eglise Saint Pierre, Chablis Vititours, Briare aqueduct Pont-canal de Briare, Château de Sully-sur-Loire
Find places to stay Feb 8 — 12:
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Honfleur
— 6 nights
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Honfleur is a town surrounding a beautiful little 17th-century harbor in Lower Normandy.Get some cultural insight at Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer and Pegasus Memorial. Museum-lovers will get to explore Musee du Debarquement Utah Beach and Musee d’art Moderne Andre Malraux - MuMa. Explore Honfleur's surroundings by going to Bayeux ( Bayeux War Cemetery, Cathedrale Notre-Dame, &more), Sainte-Mere-Eglise (Church of Sainte-Mère-Église & Airborne Museum) and Cimetiere Militaire Allemand de La Cambe (in La Cambe). There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame de Grace, learn about all things military at Memorial de Caen, take in the spiritual surroundings of Saint Catherine's Catholic Church, and make a trip to Abbaye aux Hommes.
To see more things to do and more tourist information, go to the Honfleur journey builder app.
Drive from Fontainebleau to Honfleur in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a train. In February in Honfleur, expect temperatures between 8°C during the day and 2°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can go by car to Rouen.
Things to do in Honfleur
Side Trips
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Rouen
— 2 nights
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City of a Hundred Spires
Rouen is situated on the River Seine, about 90 minutes from Paris.On the 19th (Sun), admire the masterpieces at Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen, get engrossed in the history at Historial Jeanne d’Arc, then explore the world behind art at Centre d'Art Contemporain Matmut, and finally contemplate the long history of Abbaye de Jumieges. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the world behind art at Musee des Traditions Et Arts Normands -, get to know the fascinating history of Cote Sainte-Catherine, make a trip to Vieux Rouen, then explore the world behind art at Musee national de l'Education, then admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Rue du Gros-Horloge.
To find where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Rouen trip planner.
You can drive from Honfleur to Rouen in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In February, daytime highs in Rouen are 8°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to drive to Paris.
Things to do in Rouen
Side Trips
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Paris
— 9 nights
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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.Popular historic sites such as Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe are in your itinerary. Discover out-of-the-way places like Musee Jacquemart-Andre and The Army Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Paris: Amiens (Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens & St-Leu), Versailles (La Galerie des Batailles, The Trianons & The Hamlet, &more) and Train a Vapeur du Beauvaisis (in Crevecoeur-le-Grand). There's lots more to do: examine the collection at Musee des Arts Forains, explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Chapelle Notre Dame de la Medaille Miraculeuse, and stroll the grounds of Pere-Lachaise Cemetery.
To find more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, use the Paris tour itinerary planner.
You can drive from Rouen to Paris in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In February, daytime highs in Paris are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.
Things to do in Paris
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France travel guide
France has been the world's most popular tourist destination for decades, and geographically, it is one of the most diverse countries in Europe. Its cities are holiday hot spots and contain some of the greatest treasures in Europe, its countryside is prosperous and well tended, and it boasts dozens of major tourist attractions, like Paris, the French Riviera, the Atlantic beaches, the winter sport resorts of the French Alps, as well as the castles of the Loire Valley, Brittany, and Normandy. The country is renowned for its gastronomy, particularly wines and cheeses, as well as its history, culture, and fashion industry.
You'll find that the French people are very polite and may react coldly to you if you forget this. You might be surprised as you're greeted by other customers and the proprieter when you walk into a restaurant or a shop. Be sure to take your sightseeing off the beaten path in France. Besides the famous Eiffel Tower and the chic resorts of the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) you'll find many places to visit in the form of museums filled with fine art, crafts, and archaeological relics, wonderful medieval villages and castles, diverse national parks, and local shopping direct from artisans themselves.
Whether you're touring the Christmas Markets or going skiing during winter, viewing the springtime influx of color in Provence, sunbathing on the Mediterranean coast in the summer, or watching the fall foliage against the backdrop of the châteaux in the Loire Valley, you're sure to find just the right place to be. Spring is a time when the tourist attractions are just starting to expand their hours, but it may still be cold in the mountainous regions and the north. Summer is the busiest time in France with the longest hours for many museums and attractions, but it's often when you will experience the most crowds. Winter in France is filled with winter carnivals, Christmas Markets, and of course, skiing. Fall is a time to celebrate the release of Beaujolais nouveau wine in November, as well as experience Nuit Blanche, a day in October when major attractions, museums, galleries, parks, and swimming pools remain open all night.
