60 days in South of France & San Sebastian - Donostia Itinerary

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.

You'll discover tucked-away gems like Villa Kerylos and Cathedrale Sainte-Reparate. Tourrettes-sur-Loup and Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Nice: Forteresse Medievale De Gourdon (in Gourdon), Cannes (Île Sainte-Marguerite & Le Suquet) and Antibes (Port Vauban & Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Monastère de Cimiez, explore the activities along Les Gorges du Verdon, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour.

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Brisbane, Australia to Nice is an approximately 27-hour flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Brisbane to Nice due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Brisbane in June; daily highs in Nice reach 28°C and lows reach 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Lourdes.

Lourdes is a small market town lying in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Grotte de Massabielle and Cathedrale Sainte Marie. Get outdoors at River Rafting & Tubing and Adrenaline & Extreme Tours. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Lourdes: Escalier Monumental (in Auch City), Pau (Château de Pau & Boulevard des Pyrenees) and Cathedrale Sainte Marie (in Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges). And it doesn't end there: make a trip to Basilique Saint-Pie X, admire the masterpieces at Chateau Fort of Lourdes, see the interesting displays at Moulin de Boly - Maison Natale de Bernadette, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Parc Animalier Des Pyrenees.

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Traveling by flight from Nice to Lourdes takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Nice in June since evenings lows in Lourdes dip to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to go by car to San Sebastian - Donostia.

As one of the anchoring cities of the beautiful Basque Country, San Sebastián boasts a trendy, cosmopolitan vibe while still harboring a relaxed, coastal charm.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Playa de Zarautz and Playa de Itzurun. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Bodegas Lecea and San Telmo Museoa. Explore San Sebastian - Donostia's surroundings by going to Olite (Iglesia de Santa Maria la Real & Palacio Real de Olite), Iglesia-Fortaleza de Santa Maria de Ujue (in Ujue) and Bilbao (Puppy, San Mames Stadium, &more). Dedicate the 27th (Tue) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. The adventure continues: enjoy the sand and surf at Ondarreta Beach, explore the historical opulence of Miramar Palace, pause for some serene contemplation at Iglesia de Santa Maria de los Reyes, and get outside with Outdoor Activities.

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You can drive from Lourdes to San Sebastian - Donostia in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, daytime highs in San Sebastian - Donostia are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Biarritz.

A popular holiday destination with world-class surfing, Biarritz has interesting coastal rock formations and stellar waves that make this luxurious seaside town popular with tourists and surfers alike.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Villa Arnaga and La ville d'Hiver. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Sentier Du Littoral and Observatoire Sainte-Cecile. Get out of town with these interesting Biarritz side-trips: Chapelle Saint-Vincent. (in Irouleguy), St. Andre Cathedral (in Bordeaux) and Hendaye (Plage d'Hendaye & Chateau Observatoire Abbadia). There's still lots to do: let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, kick back and relax at La Cote des Basques, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste, and pause for some photo ops at Cathedrale Sainte-Marie de Bayonne.

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You can drive from San Sebastian - Donostia to Biarritz in an hour. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In June in Biarritz, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 17°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to drive to Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil.

Best known for its discovery of the first five skeletons of Cro-Magnons, the earliest known examples of Homo sapiens sapiens, Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil is home to the rock shelter that held skeletons included a fetus, and remarkably modern looking skulls with a much rounder shape than the earlier Neanderthal.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): step into the grandiose world of Chateau des Milandes, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Beynac, then contemplate the long history of Chateau de Commarque, and finally explore the historical opulence of The Maison Forte de Reignac. On the next day, Head underground at Grotte de Font de Gaume, explore the fascinating underground world of Grotte de Rouffignac, then contemplate the long history of Grotte du Grand Roc, and finally step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Bonaguil.

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You can drive from Biarritz to Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Biarritz in July, you will find days in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil are somewhat warmer (32°C), and nights are about the same (17°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can drive to Rocamadour.

Rocamadour is only accessible by one road leading into the port town built on the face of a cliff with a large number of buildings cantilevered over the edge.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): examine the collection at Musee du Patrimoine Agricole et Automobile de Salviac, Head underground at Grotte du Pech-Merle, and then trek along Chemin de Halage. Keep things going the next day: identify plant and animal life at La Foret des Singes, look for all kinds of wild species at Rocher des Aigles, then Head underground at Grottes de Lacave, and finally delve into the distant past at Ville de Martel.

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You can drive from Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil to Rocamadour in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. July in Rocamadour sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to 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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Chateau Comtal and Chateaux de Lastours. Discover out-of-the-way places like Cathar Castles and Les Halles de Narbonne. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Carcassonne: Rennes le chateau (in Rennes-le-Chateau), Cathedrale St-Just (in Narbonne) and Château de Salses (in Salses-Le-Chateau). And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Cathedrale St-Jean, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Nazaire, take in the dramatic natural features at Orgues d'Ille Sur Tet, and snap pictures at Le Pont Vieux (The Old Bridge).

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You can drive from Rocamadour to Carcassonne in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Rocamadour in July, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 20°C in Carcassonne. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can drive to Arles.

Remote, uneventful, but definitely not a waste of time, Arles is absolutely steeped in Provençal culture.

Step out of the city life by going to Parc Naturel Regional de Camargue and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Beach. Visit Monastery Saint-Paul de Mausole and Eglise St-Trophime for their historical value. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Arles: Notre Dame de la Mer - Église fortifiée (in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer), Site Archeologique de Glanum (in Saint-Remy-de-Provence) and La Bambouseraie en Cevennes (in Generargues). Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Abbaye de Montmajour, take in the awesome beauty at Pic Saint-Loup, explore the world behind art at Musee Departemental Arles Antique, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St-Trophime Cloister (Cloitre St-Trophime).

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Getting from Carcassonne to Arles by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 35°C, and evening lows to 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Zonza.

Zonza is a commune in the Corse-du-Sud department of France on the island of Corsica.GeographyZonza is located in the mountain chain of Barocagio-Marghese which extends to the south of the Incudine massif. On the 15th (Sat), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Aiguilles de Bavella (Bavella Needles), take in the dramatic scenery at Cascades de Polischellu, and then look for all kinds of wild species at Piscines Naturelles de Cavu.

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Getting from Arles to Zonza by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi. July in Zonza sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to drive to Bonifacio.

At the southernmost tip of the island of Corsica, Bonifacio is a city with chalk-white limestone outcrops sculpted into unusual shapes by the ocean.

You'll get in some beach time at La Tonnara Beach and Plage De Roccapina. Step out of the city life by going to Off-Road Tours and Grottes de Bonifacio. Get out of town with these interesting Bonifacio side-trips: U Porcu Ranger (in Figari), Boat Tours & Water Sports (in Propriano) and Menhirs Paddaghhu (in Sartene). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of Bastion de L'Etendard, take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise Sainte Marie Majeure, don't miss a visit to Escalier du Roi d'Aragon, and stroll the grounds of Cimetiere Marin de Bonifacio.

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You can drive from Zonza to Bonifacio in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Bonifacio can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) early enough to drive to Ajaccio.

With a dreamy location on the west coast of the French Mediterranean island of Corsica, Ajaccio is a mecca of seaside summer tourism.

Get a sense of the local culture at Filitosa and Maison Bonaparte. Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Plage du Lotu and Camping d'Arone. Explore Ajaccio's surroundings by going to A Cupulatta (in Ucciani), Piana (D81 & Calanques de Piana) and Canyoning & Rappelling Tours (in Propriano). There's lots more to do: step off the mainland to explore Iles Sanguinaires, enjoy the sand and surf at Agosta Beach, zoom along the surf with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Plage Cupabia.

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Getting from Bonifacio to Ajaccio by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Bonifacio in July: highs in Ajaccio hover around 33°C, while lows dip to 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) early enough to go by car to Calvi.

Calvi is a commune in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica.It is the seat of the Canton of Calvi, which contains Calvi and one other commune, Lumio. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Plage de Bodri and Plage de Lozari. Shop till you drop at FRAGNU and Marche Couvert. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Calvi: Plage de Ghjunchitu (in Corbara), Eglise Saint-Thomas (in Belgodere) and Ile Rousse (Couvent Saint-Dominique & Phare de la Pietra). There's lots more to do: admire nature's extreme beauty at Desert des Agriates, explore the activities along Lac de Melo, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and make a trip to Chapelle de Notre Dame de la Serra.

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Getting from Ajaccio to Calvi by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 34°C, and evening lows to 23°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly back home.