15 days in Barcelona & South of France Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Explore Barcelona's surroundings by going to PortAventura (in Salou), Stand-Up Paddleboarding (in Sant Feliu de Guixols) and Zipline (in Platja d'Aro). There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, appreciate the extensive heritage of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), make a trip to Las Ramblas, and walk around Parc Guell.

To find reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Barcelona trip planner.

Montreal, Canada to Barcelona is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 6 hours. Traveling from Montreal in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Barcelona, with lows of 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Sarlat-la-Caneda.

Sarlat-la-Caneda is the capital of the former Périgord Noir, now referred to as the Aquitaine region that is home to a historical area consisting of impeccably preserved 14th-century buildings and sites.

Venture out of the city with trips to Roque Saint-Christophe Fort et Cite Troglodytiques (in Peyzac-le-Moustier) and Parc Le Bournat (in Le Bugue). There's still lots to do: step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Castelnaud, walk around Les Jardins de Marqueyssac, make a trip to Vieux Sarlat, and steep yourself in history at Chateau de Commarque.

For more things to do, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Sarlat-la-Caneda day trip tool.

You can drive from Barcelona to Sarlat-la-Caneda in 6 hours. Other options are to do a combination of flight and train; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Barcelona in August, plan for little chillier nights in Sarlat-la-Caneda, with lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to travel to Nice.

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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Cannes (Lérins Islands & Lavallie Bijoux et Joaillerie). Next up on the itinerary: observe the fascinating underwater world at Marineland, admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Art Moderne Et d'Art Contemporain, don't miss a visit to Place Massena, and pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice.

For photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Nice trip itinerary planner.

Do a combination of car and flight from Sarlat-la-Caneda to Nice in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Nice when traveling from Sarlat-la-Caneda in August, with lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to drive to Saint-Raphael.

Saint-Raphael vacations have so much more to offer than an indulgent splurge on a beach.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): look for gifts at Catalan Bougie, identify plant and animal life at TakSea, then see the vivid underwater world at Lion of the Sea (Lion de Mer), and finally stroll through Calanque de Maubois.

To see where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Saint-Raphael sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Nice to Saint-Raphael in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Nice in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 17°C in Saint-Raphael. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Hyeres.

Hyères, Provençal Occitan: Ieras in classical norm, or Iero in Mistralian norm) is a commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.The old town lies 4km from the sea clustered around the Castle of Saint Bernard, which is set on a hill. On the 3rd (Sun), cool off at Aquavillage Parc, then surround yourself with nature on Dune La Londe, and then kick back and relax at Plage de L'Argentiere.

To see photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Hyeres driving holiday planner.

Drive from Saint-Raphael to Hyeres in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in September, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Avignon.

An ancient town center surrounded by medieval ramparts, Avignon is a major city of Provence and a Mediterranean city in the Vaucluse department on the left bank of the Rhône River.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Mon): explore the historical opulence of Palais des Papes, take in the views from Pont d'Avignon, then brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Distillerie A. Blachere, then learn about winemaking at Chateau de la Gardine, and finally take an exotic tour of Wine Safari.

To find maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Avignon online sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Hyeres to Avignon in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In September, daily temperatures in Avignon can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight back home.