11 days in Monaco-Ville & South of France Itinerary

Jutting out of the dramatic cliffs of Monaco sits Monaco-Ville, one of the nation's oldest towns.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Mon): try to win big at Casino Cafe de Paris, then take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin du Casino, and then Head underground at Jardin Exotique de Monaco.

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In June, daytime highs in Monaco-Ville are 76°F, while nighttime lows are 66°F. You will have some time to spend on the 16th (Tue) before leaving for Grasse.

Grasse is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department, on the French Riviera.The town is considered the world's capital of perfume. On the 16th (Tue), see the interesting displays at Musee International de la Parfumerie, admire the masterpieces at Musee Fragonard, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Notre Dame du Puy, and finally look for gifts at Maison Duplanteur. On the 17th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stop by Parfumerie Galimard, explore the different monuments and memorials at Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial, then explore the world behind art at Le Musee des Arts Et Traditions Populaires, and finally Head underground at Les Grottes de Villecroze.

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Drive from Monaco-Ville to Grasse in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In June in Grasse, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 63°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 18th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Aix-en-Provence.

Aix-en-Provence is a small, classically Provençal town, famous for being home to Cézanne.

On the 18th (Thu), admire the landmark architecture of Mairie d'Aix-en-Provence, make a trip to Cours Mirabeau, and then ponder the design of Fontaine de La Rotonde.

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You can drive from Grasse to Aix-en-Provence in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In June in Aix-en-Provence, expect temperatures between 82°F during the day and 62°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to drive to Beziers.

Béziers is a town in Languedoc in southern France. On the 20th (Sat), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise de la Madeleine, then don't miss a visit to Malpas Tunnel, and then delve into the distant past at Oppidum d'Enserune. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Sun): catch all the local highlights with Les Quatre Chateaux de Lastours Tours and then explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Saissac.

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Traveling by car from Aix-en-Provence to Beziers takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. June in Beziers sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 63°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can go by car 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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Cité de Carcassonne and Mirepoix Cathedral. Step off the beaten path and head to Chateau de Peyrepertuse and Chateau de Queribus. Get out of town with these interesting Carcassonne side-trips: Rennes le chateau (in Rennes-le-Chateau), Jardin aux Plantes Parfumees la Bouichere (in Limoux) and Abbaye d'Alet les Bains (in Alet les Bains). There's much more to do: Head underground at Grotte de Niaux, snap pictures at Pont Romain, get answers to all your questions at Office de tourisme des Pyrenees Cathares, and step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Puivert.

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You can drive from Beziers to Carcassonne in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 79°F in June, and nighttime lows around 59°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can catch the flight back home.