17 days in France Itinerary
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Start: Brussels
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Paris
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Rocamadour
— 2 nights
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Vallon-Pont-d'Arc
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Nice
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Bonifacio, Corsica
— 2 nights
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Calvi, Corsica
— 1 night
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Porto, Corsica
— 2 nights
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Bayeux
— 3 nights
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End: Brussels
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Paris — 1 night
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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.On the 1st (Fri), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, then stop by Montmartre, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and finally get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: walk around Luxembourg Gardens, then steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, and then explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay.
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Brussels, Belgium to Paris is an approximately 2.5-hour train ride. You can also fly; or drive. September in Paris sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Rocamadour.
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Rocamadour — 2 nights
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Balcony of the Dordogne Valley
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 3rd (Sun): Head underground at Grottes de Lacave, then look for all kinds of wild species at Rocher des Aigles, then identify plant and animal life at La Foret des Singes, and finally stroll through Gouffre de Padirac. Keep things going the next day: stroll through Chemin de Halage, Head underground at Grotte du Pech-Merle, and then contemplate the long history of Cite Religieuse.
To find reviews, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Rocamadour trip site.
Getting from Paris to Rocamadour by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Paris in September: highs in Rocamadour hover around 29°C, while lows dip to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc.
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Vallon-Pont-d'Arc — 2 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. Start off your visit on the 5th (Tue): take in the dramatic natural features at Le Pont d'Arc, take in breathtaking views at Gorges de l'Ardeche, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Caverne du Pont-d'Arc. On your second day here, Head underground at Grotte de la Salamandre and then Head underground at Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac.
To find photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, use the Vallon-Pont-d'Arc online trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Rocamadour to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc when traveling from Rocamadour in September, with lows around 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Nice.
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You can drive from Rocamadour to Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc when traveling from Rocamadour in September, with lows around 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Nice.
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Nice — 3 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.Old Town and Colline du Chateau overlook are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Get out of town with these interesting Nice side-trips: Cannes (Rue d'Antibes & La Croisette). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Art Moderne Et d'Art Contemporain, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, make a trip to Promenade des Anglais, and relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour.
For maps, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Nice travel site.
Drive from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to Nice in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. Traveling from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc in September, Nice is a bit warmer at night with lows of 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to fly to Bonifacio.
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Bonifacio, Corsica — 2 nights
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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.Start off your visit on the 10th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Plage De Roccapina, step off the mainland to explore Iles Lavezzi, then enjoy the sand and surf at Plage du Petit Sperone, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimetiere Marin de Bonifacio. Here are some ideas for day two: take a memorable tour with Tours, steep yourself in history at Bonifacio Citadel, and then Head underground at Grottes de Bonifacio.
For where to stay, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, read Bonifacio trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Nice to Bonifacio takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Traveling from Nice in September, you will find days in Bonifacio are a bit warmer (32°C), and nights are little chillier (17°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Calvi.
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Calvi, Corsica — 1 night
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. Start off your visit on the 12th (Tue): make a trip to Chapelle de Notre Dame de la Serra, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then steep yourself in history at Citadelle de Calvi.
For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Calvi tour itinerary tool.
Traveling by car from Bonifacio to Calvi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, daytime highs in Calvi are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Porto.
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For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Calvi tour itinerary tool.
Traveling by car from Bonifacio to Calvi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In September, daytime highs in Calvi are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 19°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Porto.
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Porto, Corsica — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 13th (Wed): make a trip to Les Calanche Cliffs, look for all kinds of wild species at Nature Reserve of Scandola, and then catch all the local highlights with Corse Adrenaline. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the views at Vallée du Fango, then explore the striking landscape at Calanques de Piana, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Camping d'Arone.
To see reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Porto road trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Calvi to Porto takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Porto are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) so you can fly to Bayeux.
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To see reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Porto road trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Calvi to Porto takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Porto are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) so you can fly to Bayeux.
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Bayeux — 3 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.Do some cultural sightseeing at Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial de Caen. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Cathedrale Notre-Dame and Airborne Museum. Take a break from Bayeux with a short trip to Musee du Debarquement Utah Beach in Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, about 44 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: see the interesting displays at Overlord Museum - Omaha Beach, admire the masterpieces at Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux, steep yourself in history at Pointe du Hoc, and learn about all things military at Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer.
To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Bayeux day trip planning tool.
Getting from Porto to Bayeux by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of car and ferry. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Porto in September, with highs in Bayeux at 24°C and lows at 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive back home.
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Colleville-sur-Mer, Batterie Allemande de Longues-Sure-Mer, Pointe du Hoc, Musee du Debarquement Utah Beach, Airborne Museum
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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.
