26 days in France & Ventimiglia Itinerary
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Start: Ile Aux Cerfs, Mauritius
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Paris, France
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Tours, France
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Bordeaux, France
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Lourdes, France
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Toulouse, France
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Arles, France
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Nice, France
— 2 nights
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Ventimiglia, Italy
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Valence, France
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Grenoble, France
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Lyon, France
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Paris, France — 2 nights
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City of Light
You've added The Paris Catacombs, Champs-Elysees, Latin Quarter, and other attractions to your itinerary. Discover out-of-the-way places like 1st Arrondissement and Petit Palais. Do some cultural sightseeing at Eiffel Tower and Île de la Cité. Next up on the itinerary: appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin des Tuileries, admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, and pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.
To find ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Paris sightseeing planner.
Ile Aux Cerfs, Mauritius to Paris is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Ile Aux Cerfs to Paris. Traveling from Ile Aux Cerfs in July, Paris is slightly colder at night with lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Tours.
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Ile Aux Cerfs, Mauritius to Paris is an approximately 16.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Ile Aux Cerfs to Paris. Traveling from Ile Aux Cerfs in July, Paris is slightly colder at night with lows of 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun) to allow time to take a train to Tours.
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Tours, France — 8 nights
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Garden of France
Do your shopping at Rue Nationale and Boutique Couly-Dutheil. Step off the beaten path and head to Château de l'Islette and Forteresse royale de Chinon. Explore Tours' surroundings by going to chateau Montpoupon (in Cere La Ronde), Chateau de Fougeres-sur-Bievre (in Fougeres-sur-Bievre) and Bourre (La Magnanerie & Troglo Degusto). The adventure continues: take an in-depth tour of Musee des Blindes, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Langeais, learn about winemaking at Chateau du Petit Thouars, and admire the natural beauty at Jardin Botanique de Tours.
To find out how to plan a trip to Tours, use our trip itinerary maker.
Getting from Paris to Tours by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. July in Tours sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to catch the train to Bordeaux.
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Getting from Paris to Tours by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. July in Tours sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Mon) early enough to catch the train to Bordeaux.
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Bordeaux, France — 2 nights
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The Port of the Moon
Start off your visit on the 1st (Tue): stroll around Parc animalier Rene CANIVENC (Le Moulineau), take a stroll through Skatepark Le Hangar Darwin, and then awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.
To see reviews, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, read Bordeaux trip planner.
You can take a train from Tours to Bordeaux in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Bordeaux can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Lourdes.
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You can take a train from Tours to Bordeaux in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Bordeaux can reach 31°C, while at night they dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Lourdes.
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Lourdes, France — 1 day
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Start off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): tour the pleasant surroundings at Voie Verte des Gaves, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique Notre-Dame du Rosaire, appreciate the extensive heritage of Moulin Lacade - Maison Paternelle de Sainte Bernadette, then see the interesting displays at Musee Sainte-Bernadette, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle de l'Adoration., and finally contemplate the long history of Le Cachot.
To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Lourdes tour app.
Traveling by car from Bordeaux to Lourdes takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In August in Lourdes, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Toulouse.
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To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Lourdes tour app.
Traveling by car from Bordeaux to Lourdes takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In August in Lourdes, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 17°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) early enough to go by car to Toulouse.
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Toulouse, France — 1 night
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La Ville Rose (Pink City)
On the 3rd (Thu), pick up some local products at Marche Victor Hugo, then relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then view the masterpieces at Hotel d'Assezat, and finally see the interesting displays at Museum of natural History.
To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read our Toulouse trip planner.
Traveling by car from Lourdes to Toulouse takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Arles.
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To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, read our Toulouse trip planner.
Traveling by car from Lourdes to Toulouse takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Arles.
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Arles, France — 1 night
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Soul of Provence
On the 4th (Fri), contemplate the long history of Moulin de Daudet, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abbaye de Montmajour, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Tarascon, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise Sainte-Marthe de Tarascon, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise St-Trophime.
For photos, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, use the Arles trip planner.
You can fly from Toulouse to Arles in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Arles are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Nice.
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You can fly from Toulouse to Arles in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Arles are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Nice.
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Nice, France — 2 nights
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Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)
Step out of the city life by going to Cap Ferrat Diving and Tete de Chien. Get a sense of the local culture at Colline du Chateau overlook and Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice. The adventure continues: make a trip to Place Massena, pause for some serene contemplation at The Church of Èze, get to know the fascinating history of Old Harbor (La Darse), and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.
To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Nice route builder.
Getting from Arles to Nice by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. August in Nice sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to drive to Ventimiglia.
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To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Nice route builder.
Getting from Arles to Nice by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. August in Nice sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) early enough to drive to Ventimiglia.
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Ventimiglia, Italy — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): make a trip to Cactusmania Di Manera Bruno, then head outdoors with Pianeta Blu Diving Center, then kick back and relax at La Spiaggetta dei Balzi Rossi, and finally stop by Pasta Fresca Morena.
To see other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Ventimiglia online holiday planner.
Getting from Nice to Ventimiglia by car takes about an hour. In August, daytime highs in Ventimiglia are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to drive to Valence.
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To see other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Ventimiglia online holiday planner.
Getting from Nice to Ventimiglia by car takes about an hour. In August, daytime highs in Ventimiglia are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to drive to Valence.
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Valence, France — 1 night
To find other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Valence trip itinerary builder website.
Traveling by car from Ventimiglia to Valence takes 4.5 hours. When traveling from Ventimiglia in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Valence, with highs around 36°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 20°C. You will leave for Grenoble on the 9th (Wed).
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Traveling by car from Ventimiglia to Valence takes 4.5 hours. When traveling from Ventimiglia in August, plan for a bit warmer days in Valence, with highs around 36°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 20°C. You will leave for Grenoble on the 9th (Wed).
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Grenoble, France — 1 day
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Capital of the Alps
On the 9th (Wed), make a trip to Horloge Solaire, browse the eclectic array of goods at Halle Sainte-Claire, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Collegiale Saint Andre, then take a stroll through Quartier Saint-Laurent, and finally trek along Via Ferrata : Les Prises de la Bastille.
To see reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Grenoble trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Valence to Grenoble takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Valence in August, things will get little chillier in Grenoble: highs are around 30°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Lyon.
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Traveling by car from Valence to Grenoble takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Valence in August, things will get little chillier in Grenoble: highs are around 30°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Lyon.
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Lyon, France — 2 nights
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Culinary Capital of France
Step off the beaten path and head to The Presqu'ile and Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon. Get some cultural insight at Fresque des Lyonnais and Hotel de Ville de Lyon. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, examine the collection at Institut & Musee Lumiere, and explore the engaging exhibits at Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation.
For maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Lyon road trip app.
Drive from Grenoble to Lyon in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In August in Lyon, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to fly to Paris.
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For maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Lyon road trip app.
Drive from Grenoble to Lyon in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In August in Lyon, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 19°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) early enough to fly to Paris.
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Paris, France — 1 day
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City of Light
Kick off your visit on the 13th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Pantheon.
To see where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Paris online day trip planner.
Getting from Lyon to Paris by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Lyon in August, you will find days in Paris are a bit cooler (29°C), and nights are about the same (16°C). You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Sun) before leaving for home.
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To see where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Paris online day trip planner.
Getting from Lyon to Paris by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Lyon in August, you will find days in Paris are a bit cooler (29°C), and nights are about the same (16°C). You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Sun) before leaving for 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.
