21 days in South of France Itinerary

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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Gouffre de Padirac (in Padirac) and Bergerac Wine Tours (in Eymet). And it doesn't end there: step into the grandiose world of Chateau des Milandes, steep yourself in history at The Maison Forte de Reignac, make a trip to Vieux Sarlat, and take in nature's colorful creations at Les Jardins d'Eau.

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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Sarlat-la-Caneda is an approximately 14-hour combination of flight and train. You can also drive. Traveling from Riyadh to Sarlat-la-Caneda, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. In June, Sarlat-la-Caneda is cooler than Riyadh - with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can drive to Carcassonne.

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.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Wed): stroll around Place Gambetta, step into the grandiose world of Chateau Comtal, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Nazaire, then wander the streets of Cité de Carcassonne, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Carcassonne Cathedral. Keep things going the next day: explore the fascinating underground world of Gouffre Geant de Cabrespine, then contemplate the waterfront views at Canal du Midi, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lac de Cavayere, and finally learn about winemaking at O'Vineyards.

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Traveling by car from Sarlat-la-Caneda to Carcassonne takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In June, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) so you can go by car to Avignon.

An ancient town center surrounded by medieval ramparts, Avignon is a major city of Provence and a Mediterranean city in the Vaucluse department on the left bank of the Rhône River.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Fri): step into the grandiose world of Palais des Papes, then snap pictures at Pont d'Avignon, and then indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the ancient world of Amphitheatre (les Arenes), explore the world behind art at Carrieres des Lumieres, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque.

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You can drive from Carcassonne to Avignon in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. June in Avignon sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Marseille.

The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.

Get out of town with these interesting Marseille side-trips: Aix-en-Provence (Musee Granet & Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence). Spend the 19th (Mon) exploring nature at Parc National des Calanques. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, wander the streets of The Panier, take a leisurely stroll along Le Vieux Port, and make a trip to Randonnees theatrales Marcel Pagnol Cie Dans la cour des Grands.

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Drive from Avignon to Marseille in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in June, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) so you can fly to Porto.

On the 21st (Wed), cruise along D81, then take in the dramatic natural features at Calanques de Piana, and then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Gorges de Spelunca, stroll through Sentier des Muletiers, then identify plant and animal life at Nature Reserve of Scandola, and finally don't miss a visit to Les Calanche Cliffs.

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You can fly from Marseille to Porto in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and taxi; or do a combination of train, ferry, and bus. In June, daily temperatures in Porto can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to fly to Nice.

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.

Explore Nice's surroundings by going to Village de Mougins (in Mougins), Musee Picasso (in Antibes) and Cannes (Lérins Islands & La Croisette). Spend the 25th (Sun) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Marineland. The adventure continues: wander the streets of Old Town, don't miss a visit to Place Massena, examine the collection at Musee Matisse, and stroll the grounds of Cimetiere du Chateau.

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Getting from Porto to Nice by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of car, train, and ferry. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Porto in June since evenings lows in Nice dip to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can go by car to Saint-Raphael.

Saint-Raphael vacations have so much more to offer than an indulgent splurge on a beach.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Wed): zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, don't miss a visit to Massif de l'Esterel, and then do a tasting at Domaine Terres Destel. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Thu): look for all kinds of wild species at Le Cap Lardier, do a tasting at Domaine Sainte Marie, and then take in breathtaking views at Les Gorges du Verdon.

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Getting from Nice to Saint-Raphael by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. When traveling from Nice in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Saint-Raphael, with highs around 34°C, while nights are little chillier with lows around 17°C. On the 30th (Fri), you'll travel back home.