10 days in Paris, Dordogne & Carcassonne Itinerary

When in Paris, make a side trip to see Palace of Versailles in Versailles, approximately Versailles away. And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, admire the striking features of Sainte-Chapelle, don't miss a visit to Champs-Elysees, and examine the collection at Musee Rodin.

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Islamabad, Pakistan to Paris is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Islamabad to Paris is minus 4 hours. Plan for colder temperatures traveling from Islamabad in May, with highs in Paris at 20°C and lows at 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Sarlat-la-Caneda.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sat): browse the eclectic array of goods at Sarlat Market, make a trip to Vieux Sarlat, then experience rural life at Les Noyeraies du Landers, and finally explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Beynac. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the natural beauty at Les Jardins de Marqueyssac, then steep yourself in history at Chateau de Castelnaud, and then don't miss a visit to Chateau des Milandes.

To find ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Sarlat-la-Caneda online tour itinerary planner.

You can fly from Paris to Sarlat-la-Caneda in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer weather when traveling from Paris in May: highs in Sarlat-la-Caneda hover around 25°C, while lows dip to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to drive to Carcassonne.

On the 15th (Mon), steep yourself in history at Cathar Castles, tour the pleasant surroundings at Canal du Midi, then don't miss a visit to La Porte D'aude, and finally wander the streets of Cité de Carcassonne. On your second day here, learn about winemaking at Domaine Pierre Cros, step into the grandiose world of Chateaux de Lastours, and then do a tasting at O'Vineyards.

For where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Carcassonne visit site.

You can drive from Sarlat-la-Caneda to Carcassonne in 3.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In May in Carcassonne, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) so you can travel back home.