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Toulouse
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Nice
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Toulouse
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Lyon
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Saint-Etienne
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Paris
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Versailles
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Toulouse
— 8 nights
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Toulouse — 19 nights
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On the Garonne River, Toulouse is on the site of an ancient Roman settlement, and even today, many of the smaller streets follow their Roman counterparts, while many of the red brick buildings are built in a pseudo-Roman style.Step out of the city life by going to Mount Perdu and Bureau des Guides des Pyrénées ariégeoises. Visit Cité de Carcassonne and Cathar Castles for their historical value. Explore Toulouse's surroundings by going to Albi (Academie des Miniatures et des petits gouters, Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, &more), La Mouniere Maison des Memoires de la ville de Septfonds (in Septfonds) and Gouffre de Padirac (in Padirac). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Musee des Augustins, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sanctuaires Notre-Dame de Lourdes, contemplate the long history of Church of Les Jacobins, and get a taste of the local shopping with Hotel d'Assezat.
To see ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Toulouse road trip planning tool.
Abidjan, Ivory Coast to Toulouse is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Traveling from Abidjan to Toulouse, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In March, Toulouse is cooler than Abidjan - with highs of 58°F and lows of 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to fly to Nice.
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Nice — 4 nights
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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.Escape the urban bustle at Blue Beach and Juan les Pins Main Beach. Get some historical perspective at Vieille Ville and Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild. Change things up with a short trip to Musee Picasso in Antibes (about 36 minutes away). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Art Moderne Et d'Art Contemporain, examine the collection at Musée Marc Chagall, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, and steep yourself in history at Palais Lascaris.
For more things to do, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Nice road trip planning website.
You can fly from Toulouse to Nice in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Toulouse in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Nice, with lows of 52°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Toulouse.
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Antibes, Musee Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire, Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze, Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild
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Toulouse — 11 nights
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Your day by day itinerary now includes Office de Tourisme de Toulouse as well as Vin Vigne Voyages - Day Tours. Head to Maison du Jouet Rustique and Marche de Caussadefor some retail therapy. Get outdoors at La Franqui Beach and Grotte du Pech-Merle. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Toulouse: Escape Game S Room Agency (in Montauban), Les Halles de Narbonne (in Narbonne) and Cite Religieuse (in Rocamadour). Enjoy Toulouse some more: get curious at Cite de l'espace, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, get engrossed in the history at Chateau Fort of Lourdes, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Toulouse road trip planning app.
You can fly from Nice to Toulouse in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Nice in April, plan for little chillier nights in Toulouse, with lows around 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Lyon.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Toulouse road trip planning app.
You can fly from Nice to Toulouse in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Nice in April, plan for little chillier nights in Toulouse, with lows around 46°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Lyon.
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Lyon — 6 nights
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Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.Head to Galerie Estades Lyon and Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocusefor some retail therapy. Museum-lovers will appreciate Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Galeries Bartoux Beaune. Explore Lyon's surroundings by going to Domaine Luquet (in Fuisse), Hôtel-Dieu Museum Musée de l'Hôtel-Dieu (in Beaune) and Chateau Historique de Pierreclos (in Pierreclos). There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, walk around Parc de la Tete d'Or, do a tasting at Cave des Producteurs de Julienas (Julienas Chaintre Vignerons Associes), and explore the activities along Lake Annecy.
To see ratings, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Lyon travel planning site.
You can fly from Toulouse to Lyon in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. In April, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 45°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to go by car to Saint-Etienne.
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Beaune, Domaine Luquet, Lake Annecy, Cave des Producteurs de Julienas (Julienas Chaintre Vignerons Associes), Chateau Historique de Pierreclos
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Saint-Etienne — 1 day
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Situated in the Massif Central, Saint-Étienne is a bustling capital of the Loire department with diverse activities and attractions, such as natural gorges, cultural events, cathedrals, historical sites, museums, and restaurants.Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Fri): catch a live event at Stade Geoffroy Guichard and then explore the world behind art at Musée d'art moderne et contemporain de Saint-Etienne Métropole.
To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Saint-Etienne online itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Lyon to Saint-Etienne takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April in Saint-Etienne, expect temperatures between 61°F during the day and 42°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Paris.
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Paris — 8 nights
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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.You'll explore and learn at Louvre Museum and Musee Rodin. Do your shopping at Champs-Elysees and Le Marais. Change things up with these side-trips from Paris: Evasion Canine (in Fontainebleau) and Les Sables du Cul du Chien (in Noisy-sur-Ecole). There's much more to do: visit Montmartre, explore the different monuments and memorials at The Paris Catacombs, appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, and admire the landmark architecture of Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou.
To see ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Paris travel planner.
Traveling by flight from Saint-Etienne to Paris takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In April, daytime highs in Paris are 60°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can drive to Versailles.
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Versailles — 3 nights
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Renowned for its vast royal palace and gardens built by King Louis XIV, Versailles is also one of the wealthiest suburbs of Paris and home to a new cultural notability, such as a thriving artistic and musical scene.Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Palace of Versailles and The Royal Chapel. Do some cultural sightseeing at Fondation Claude Monet and Musee des impressionnismes. There's lots more to do: step into the grandiose world of The Trianons & The Hamlet, tour the pleasant surroundings at Arboretum de la Vallee-aux-Loups, get to know the fascinating history of Grand Canal, and admire the natural beauty at Le Jardin de Versailles.
To find traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Versailles trip maker app.
Getting from Paris to Versailles by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In April in Versailles, expect temperatures between 60°F during the day and 40°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) to allow time to fly to Toulouse.
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Toulouse — 8 nights
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Prenez Une Pause has been added to your itinerary. Galerie Le Chateau d'Eau and Galerie 21 Toulouse will appeal to museum buffs. Step out of the city life by going to Plage de VALRAS and Atlantide Plongee. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Toulouse: Carcassonne Center (Chateau Comtal, Eglise Saint-Nazaire, &more), Musee Berenger Sauniere (in Rennes-le-Chateau) and Rocamadour (Rocher des Aigles & La Foret des Singes). Enjoy Toulouse some more: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, admire the masterpieces at Abbaye de Soreze, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale St-Etienne, and contemplate the waterfront views at Canal du Midi.
To find where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Toulouse day trip planning site.
You can fly from Versailles to Toulouse in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.
To find where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Toulouse day trip planning site.
You can fly from Versailles to Toulouse in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to 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.
