57 days in France Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips France trip planner
Start: Birmingham
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Rouen
— 4 nights
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Bayeux
— 6 nights
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Mont-Saint-Michel
— 4 nights
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Nice
— 8 nights
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Saint-Raphael
— 6 nights
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Marseille
— 5 nights
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Avignon
— 7 nights
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Carcassonne
— 7 nights
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Paris
— 9 nights
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End: Birmingham
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Rouen — 4 nights
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City of a Hundred Spires
Rouen is situated on the River Seine, about 90 minutes from Paris.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Rouen: Fondation Claude Monet (in Giverny), Avion Normandie - L'Eure de l'Ulm (in Saint-Aquilin-de-Pacy) and Amiens (St-Leu, Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens, &more). There's lots more to do: take some stellar pictures from Falaises d'Etretat, admire the striking features of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, see what you can catch with Vedettes Baie de Seine, and pause for some photo ops at Monument Jeanne d'Arc.
For reviews, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read our Rouen vacation builder app.
Birmingham, UK to Rouen is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also do a combination of car and train; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Birmingham to Rouen. May in Rouen sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Bayeux.
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Amiens, Honfleur, Vedettes Baie de Seine, Cimetiere Militaire de Saint Valery en Caux, Avion Normandie - L'Eure de l'Ulm
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Bayeux — 6 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.Venture out of the city with trips to Airborne Museum (in Sainte-Mere-Eglise), Deauville Beach (in Deauville City) and La Maison du Biscuit (in Sortosville-en-Beaumont). There's much more to do: explore the different monuments and memorials at Normandy American Cemetery, appreciate the history behind D-Day Monument, contemplate the long history of Pointe du Hoc, and see the interesting displays at Musee du debarquement.
To find traveler tips, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read Bayeux itinerary planning tool.
Traveling by car from Rouen to Bayeux takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 19°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Wed) early enough to drive to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Arromanches-les-Bains, Colleville-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Pointe du Hoc, Beny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery
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Mont-Saint-Michel — 4 nights
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Le Mont-Saint-Michel is an island commune in Normandy, France. Change things up with these side-trips from Mont-Saint-Michel: Cimetiere Militaire Americain de Saint-James (in Saint James), Chateau le Rocher Portail (in Saint-Brice-en-Cogles) and Chemins de la Baie du Mont Saint-Michel (in Genets). There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Mont Saint-Michel, get a dose of the wild on L'Aigrette, Pauses Natures en baie, make a trip to Terrasse de l'Ouest, and trek along Sport Evasion Mont Saint Michel - Day Tours.
For where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Mont-Saint-Michel journey builder website.
Drive from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, daily temperatures in Mont-Saint-Michel can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Nice.
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For where to stay, ratings, photos, and tourist information, go to the Mont-Saint-Michel journey builder website.
Drive from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, daily temperatures in Mont-Saint-Michel can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Nice.
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Pointe du Grouin du Sud, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Sport Evasion Mont Saint Michel - Day Tours, Cimetiere Militaire Americain de Saint-James, L'Aigrette, Pauses Natures en baie
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Nice — 8 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.Explore Nice's surroundings by going to Antibes (Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes & Musee Picasso) and Cannes (Le Suquet, La Croisette, &more). Spend the 3rd (Fri) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Marineland. The adventure continues: wander the streets of Old Town, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, admire the natural beauty at Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze, and make a trip to Promenade des Anglais.
For other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Nice route maker.
You can fly from Mont-Saint-Michel to Nice in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and train; or drive. Traveling from Mont-Saint-Michel in May, things will get a bit warmer in Nice: highs are around 24°C and lows about 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can drive to Saint-Raphael.
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Saint-Raphael — 6 nights
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Saint-Raphael vacations have so much more to offer than an indulgent splurge on a beach.Explore Saint-Raphael's surroundings by going to Chateau Des Garcinieres (in Cogolin), Kelys (in Sainte-Maxime) and Forcerie Vial (in Tanneron). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Massif de l'Esterel, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Grimaud, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique Notre-Dame de la Victoire, and admire the natural beauty at Kuentz le Monde des Cactus.
To find reviews, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Saint-Raphael itinerary planning app.
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 June, expect nights in Saint-Raphael to be a bit cooler, around 17°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 34°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Marseille.
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Marseille — 5 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.Get out of town with these interesting Marseille side-trips: Route des Cretes (in La Ciotat), Parc Olbius-Riquier (in Hyeres) and Aix-en-Provence (Paul Cezanne’s Studio, Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence, &more). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Randonnees theatrales Marcel Pagnol Cie Dans la cour des Grands, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abbaye Saint Victor, take a stroll through The Panier, and see Trolib.
To see other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Marseille online trip itinerary planner.
You can drive from Saint-Raphael to Marseille in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. June in Marseille sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Avignon.
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Avignon — 7 nights
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City of Popes
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.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Avignon: Pont du Gard (in Vers-Pont-du-Gard), Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque (in Gordes) and Les Baux de Provence (Chateau des Baux de Provence & Carrieres des Lumieres). And it doesn't end there: explore the historical opulence of Palais des Papes, contemplate the long history of Amphitheatre (les Arenes), take a pleasant ride with Promenade a Cheval La Marisma, and snap pictures at Pont d'Avignon.
To find traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read Avignon trip planner.
Traveling by car from Marseille to Avignon takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Avignon sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Carcassonne.
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Carcassonne — 7 nights
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Medieval Heart of France
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.Venture out of the city with trips to Domaine Preignes le Vieux (in Vias), Grotte de Niaux (in Niaux) and Terre Liquide (in Mons). And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of Cité de Carcassonne, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Paraza, make a trip to La Porte D'aude, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.
To find photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Carcassonne holiday planning website.
You can drive from Avignon to Carcassonne in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in June, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to fly to Paris.
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Paris — 9 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.Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Paris: Versailles (Palace of Versailles & Grand Canal). The adventure continues: explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum, examine the collection at Musee Rodin, get to know the fascinating history of Champs-Elysees, and stroll around Luxembourg Gardens.
To see photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Paris route planner.
Fly from Carcassonne to Paris in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train; or drive. When traveling from Carcassonne in July, plan for slightly colder days in Paris, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sun) early enough 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.
