22 days in France Itinerary
Created using Inspirock France trip builder
Start: Sydney
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Paris
— 4 nights
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Rouen
— 1 night
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Bayeux
— 2 nights
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Avignon
— 4 nights
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Carcassonne
— 2 nights
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Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
— 2 nights
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Nice
— 5 nights
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End: Sydney
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Paris — 4 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.Visit Eiffel Tower and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre for their historical value. For shopping fun, head to Champs-Elysees or Le Marais. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, pause for some serene contemplation at Fontaine Saint-Sulpice, take a stroll through Montmartre, and admire the striking features of Sainte-Chapelle.
To see ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Paris trip itinerary planning app.
Sydney, Australia to Paris is an approximately 26.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 9 hours traveling from Sydney to Paris. When traveling from Sydney in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Paris, with highs around 27°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Rouen.
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Rouen — 1 night
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City of a Hundred Spires
Rouen is situated on the River Seine, about 90 minutes from Paris.Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Musee des Sapeurs-Pompiers, then wander the streets of Rue du Gros-Horloge, then admire the striking features of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, and finally admire the masterpieces at Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen.
To see more things to do and other tourist information, refer to the Rouen driving holiday planner.
Traveling by car from Paris to Rouen takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. When traveling from Paris in June, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Rouen: temperatures range from 24°C by day to 12°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Bayeux.
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Bayeux — 2 nights
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Most travelers take a trip to Bayeux to see the famed tapestry depicting the legendary Norman Conquest from the 11th century.On the 9th (Fri), pause for some photo ops at D-Day Monument, witness the site of a historic battle at Omaha Beach, stroll the grounds of Normandy American Cemetery, then appreciate the history behind Memorial 1st US Infantry Division Omaha Beach, and finally contemplate the long history of Pointe du Hoc. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux, explore the different monuments and memorials at Bayeux War Cemetery, then get engrossed in the history at Pegasus Memorial, and finally stroll the grounds of Cimetières Militaires.
To see ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Bayeux trip maker app.
Drive from Rouen to Bayeux in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Bayeux can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to fly to Avignon.
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Avignon — 4 nights
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City of Popes
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.Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde and Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Palais des Papes and Amphitheatre (les Arenes). You'll find plenty of places to visit near Avignon: Parc National des Calanques (in Marseille), Trolib (in Cassis) and Aix-en-Provence (Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence & Paul Cezanne’s Studio). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Carrieres des Lumieres, see exotic creatures in open habitats at Wine Safari, and snap pictures at Pont d'Avignon.
To find more things to do and tourist information, refer to the Avignon trip itinerary planning site.
Getting from Bayeux to Avignon by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and train; or drive. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Bayeux in June: high temperatures in Avignon hover around 33°C and lows are around 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can drive to Carcassonne.
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Carcassonne — 2 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.Start off your visit on the 15th (Thu): wander the streets of Cité de Carcassonne, step into the grandiose world of Chateau Comtal, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Nazaire, and finally contemplate the long history of Cathar Castles. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Carcassonne Cathedral, make a trip to Place Carnot, and then learn about winemaking at O'Vineyards.
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You can drive from Avignon to Carcassonne in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can drive to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle.
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Castelnaud-la-Chapelle — 2 nights
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On the 17th (Sat), step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Castelnaud, steep yourself in history at Chateau de Beynac, and then step into the grandiose world of Chateau des Milandes. On your second day here, see the interesting displays at Musee du Patrimoine Agricole et Automobile de Salviac and then walk around Les Jardins de Marqueyssac.
To find ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Castelnaud-la-Chapelle online travel planner.
Drive from Carcassonne to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In June, daily temperatures in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Nice.
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To find ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Castelnaud-la-Chapelle online travel planner.
Drive from Carcassonne to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of bus and taxi. In June, daily temperatures in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Nice.
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Musee du Patrimoine Agricole et Automobile de Salviac, Chateau de Beynac, Les Jardins de Marqueyssac
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Nice — 5 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 Lérins Islands and La Croisette. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Old Town and Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice. Step out of Nice to go to Cannes and see Lavallie Bijoux et Joaillerie, which is approximately 40 minutes away. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, see the interesting displays at Musée Marc Chagall, browse the exhibits of Palais Lascaris, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimetiere du Chateau.
To find photos, maps, and other tourist information, read Nice tour itinerary planner.
You can fly from Castelnaud-la-Chapelle to Nice in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Nice when traveling from Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in June, with lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly 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.
