18 days in France, Frankfurt & Cologne Itinerary
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Start: Singapore, Singapore
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Frankfurt, Germany
— 1 night
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Cologne, Germany
— 2 nights
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Strasbourg, France
— 2 nights
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Paris, France
— 4 nights
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Marne-la-Vallee, France
— 2 nights
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Honfleur, France
— 2 nights
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Mont-Saint-Michel, France
— 2 nights
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Saint-Malo, France
— 1 night
Drive to Dinard-Pleurtuit-Saint-Malo Airport, Fly to Singapore
End: Singapore, Singapore
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Frankfurt, Germany — 1 night
Mainhattan
Start off your visit on the 11th (Mon): explore the different monuments and memorials at Hauptfriedhof and then explore the historical opulence of Holzhausenschlosschen. On the 12th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the landmark architecture of Romer and then explore the world behind art at Stadel Museum.
To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Frankfurt trip planner.
Singapore, Singapore to Frankfurt is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Traveling from Singapore to Frankfurt, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Singapore in December: high temperatures in Frankfurt hover around 7°C and lows are around 1°C. On the 12th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can take a train to Cologne.
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To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Frankfurt trip planner.
Singapore, Singapore to Frankfurt is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Traveling from Singapore to Frankfurt, you'll gain 7 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for colder weather when traveling from Singapore in December: high temperatures in Frankfurt hover around 7°C and lows are around 1°C. On the 12th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can take a train to Cologne.
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Cologne, Germany — 2 nights
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City of Churches
Kick off your visit on the 12th (Tue): examine the collection at Chocolate Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the masterpieces at Museum Ludwig, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cologne Cathedral, then explore the world behind art at Wallraf-Richartz Museum, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Alt St. Alban.
For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, use the Cologne trip planner.
Traveling by train from Frankfurt to Cologne takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December in Cologne, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Strasbourg.
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For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, use the Cologne trip planner.
Traveling by train from Frankfurt to Cologne takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December in Cologne, expect temperatures between 9°C during the day and 3°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Strasbourg.
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Strasbourg, France — 2 nights
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Crossroads of Europe
On the 15th (Fri), stop by Cave Barabos, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite, then make a trip to Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg, and finally make a trip to Centre-Ville de Strasbourg. Keep things going the next day: take a stroll through La Petite France, examine the collection at Palais de Rohan, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and finally admire the striking features of Gare de Strasbourg.
To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Strasbourg visit planner.
Drive from Cologne to Strasbourg in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of flight and train. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in December, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to take a train to Paris.
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To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Strasbourg visit planner.
Drive from Cologne to Strasbourg in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of flight and train. Expect a daytime high around 7°C in December, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to take a train to Paris.
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Paris, France — 4 nights
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City of Light
Paris is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, wander the streets of Le Marais, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Montmartre.
To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Paris online vacation planner.
You can take a train from Strasbourg to Paris in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, shuttle, and flight; or drive. In December, daytime highs in Paris are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Marne-la-Vallee.
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To find ratings, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read Paris online vacation planner.
You can take a train from Strasbourg to Paris in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, shuttle, and flight; or drive. In December, daytime highs in Paris are 9°C, while nighttime lows are 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Marne-la-Vallee.
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Marne-la-Vallee, France — 2 nights
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On the 21st (Thu), discover the magic at Disneyland Paris. On the 22nd (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get in on the family fun at Walt Disney Studios Park.
To find other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Marne-la-Vallee journey planning website.
Marne-la-Vallee is just a short distance from Paris. Expect a daytime high around 8°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can drive to Honfleur.
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To find other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Marne-la-Vallee journey planning website.
Marne-la-Vallee is just a short distance from Paris. Expect a daytime high around 8°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can drive to Honfleur.
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Honfleur, France — 2 nights
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On the 23rd (Sat), stop by Loho Le Local Shop, take some stellar pictures from Falaises d'Etretat, then don't miss a visit to Chemin des Douaniers, and finally shop like a local with Artiane Gallery. Keep things going the next day: kick back and relax at Deauville Beach, take an in-depth tour of Memorial de Caen, and then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.
Plan trip to Honfleur with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Traveling by car from Marne-la-Vallee to Honfleur takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 8°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Plan trip to Honfleur with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.
Traveling by car from Marne-la-Vallee to Honfleur takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 8°C in December, and nighttime lows around 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Mont-Saint-Michel, France — 2 nights
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On the 25th (Mon), admire the striking features of Mont Saint-Michel, make a trip to Terrasse de l'Ouest, and then make a trip to Tour du Nord. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the local highlights with Sport Evasion, then trek along Chemins de la Baie du Mont Saint-Michel, and then make a trip to La Porte du Roy.
Before you visit Mont-Saint-Michel, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
You can drive from Honfleur to Mont-Saint-Michel in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus, train, and taxi; or take a bus. When traveling from Honfleur in December, plan for somewhat warmer days in Mont-Saint-Michel, with highs around 12°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Saint-Malo.
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Before you visit Mont-Saint-Michel, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
You can drive from Honfleur to Mont-Saint-Michel in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus, train, and taxi; or take a bus. When traveling from Honfleur in December, plan for somewhat warmer days in Mont-Saint-Michel, with highs around 12°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Saint-Malo.
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Saint-Malo, France — 1 night
Start off your visit on the 27th (Wed): pause for some photo ops at Monument a Jacques Cartier and then take a leisurely stroll along Digue de Rochebonne.
For where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Saint-Malo trip planner.
Getting from Mont-Saint-Michel to Saint-Malo by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 12°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.
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For where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Saint-Malo trip planner.
Getting from Mont-Saint-Michel to Saint-Malo by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 12°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.
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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.
