24 days in Brussels & France Itinerary
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Start: Montreal, Canada
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Brussels, Belgium
— 7 nights
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Paris, France
— 5 nights
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Etretat, France
— 1 night
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Bayeux, France
— 2 nights
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Mont-Saint-Michel, France
— 1 night
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Nice, France
— 4 nights
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Marseille, France
— 3 nights
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End: Montreal, Canada
Fri, Apr 28 - Sun, May 21
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Brussels, Belgium — 7 nights
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Capital of Europe
The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.Get out of town with these interesting Brussels side-trips: Ghent (Graffiti Street, Gravensteen, &more) and Bruges (Bruges Beer Experience (Bruges Beer Museum), Historic Centre of Brugge, &more). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Grand Place, buy something for everyone on your list at Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, don't miss a visit to Atomium, and get in on the family fun at Mini-Europe.
To see ratings, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Brussels trip planner.
Montreal, Canada to Brussels is an approximately 10.5-hour flight. Traveling from Montreal to Brussels, you'll lose 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a train to Paris.
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Paris, France — 5 nights
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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.Change things up with a short trip to Palace of Versailles in Versailles (about 48 minutes away). And it doesn't end there: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, take a stroll through Montmartre, take in nature's colorful creations at Luxembourg Gardens, and steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower.
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Traveling by train from Brussels to Paris takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In May, plan for daily highs up to 20°C, and evening lows to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Wed) early enough to drive to Etretat.
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Etretat, France — 1 night
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Etretat is a small coastal village on the Alabaster Coast in Normandy.Kick off your visit on the 11th (Thu): kick back and relax at Plage Du Tilleul, don't miss a visit to Chemin des Douaniers, and then get great views at Falaises d'Etretat.
To see more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Etretat trip app.
Traveling by car from Paris to Etretat takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In May in Etretat, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Bayeux.
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Bayeux, France — 2 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.Start off your visit on the 12th (Fri): take in the history at Memorial 1st US Infantry Division Omaha Beach, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Normandy American Cemetery, then kick back and relax at Omaha Beach, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Notre-Dame. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Bayeux War Cemetery, then appreciate the history behind D-Day Monument, and finally see the interesting displays at Airborne Museum.
For ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Bayeux trip planner.
Drive from Etretat to Bayeux in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train. May in Bayeux sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can drive to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Mont-Saint-Michel, France — 1 night
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Le Mont-Saint-Michel is an island commune in Normandy, France. Start off your visit on the 14th (Sun): make a trip to Mont Saint-Michel and then get interesting insight from Sport Evasion Mont Saint Michel - Day Tours.
To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Mont-Saint-Michel day trip planning app.
Getting from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. May in Mont-Saint-Michel sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to fly to Nice.
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To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Mont-Saint-Michel day trip planning app.
Getting from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. May in Mont-Saint-Michel sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Sun) early enough to fly to Nice.
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Nice, France — 4 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.Spend the 15th (Mon) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Marineland. There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Old Town, don't miss a visit to Promenade des Anglais, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, and explore the galleries of Palais Lascaris.
For photos, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Nice day trip site.
Getting from Mont-Saint-Michel to Nice by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train; or drive. In May, Nice is somewhat warmer than Mont-Saint-Michel - with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Marseille.
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Marseille, France — 3 nights
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Gateway to Provence
The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Marseille: Trolib (in Cassis), Avignon (Pont d'Avignon, Palais des Papes, &more) and Aix-en-Provence (Paul Cezanne’s Studio & Fondation Vasarely). There's still lots to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, take a leisurely stroll along Le Vieux Port, take an in-depth tour of Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations, and wander the streets of The Panier.
For photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Marseille trip tool.
Drive from Nice to Marseille in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to fly 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.
