60 days in France Itinerary
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Start: Auckland
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Paris
— 5 nights
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Fontainebleau
— 3 nights
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Auxerre
— 4 nights
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Orleans
— 3 nights
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Tours
— 6 nights
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Decize
— 1 night
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Clermont-Ferrand
— 4 nights
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Saint-Etienne
— 2 nights
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Avignon
— 7 nights
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Menton
— 6 nights
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Nice
— 7 nights
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Bastia
— 4 nights
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Paris
— 1 night
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Nevers
— 3 nights
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Paris
— 2 nights
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Paris — 5 nights
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City of Light
Step out of Paris with an excursion to Palace of Versailles in Versailles--about 46 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, shop like a local with Champs-Elysees, and contemplate the long history of Sainte-Chapelle.
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Auckland, New Zealand to Paris is an approximately 28-hour flight. Traveling from Auckland to Paris, you'll gain 11 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Auckland in July, plan for much hotter days and a bit warmer nights in Paris: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can drive to Fontainebleau.
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Auckland, New Zealand to Paris is an approximately 28-hour flight. Traveling from Auckland to Paris, you'll gain 11 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Auckland in July, plan for much hotter days and a bit warmer nights in Paris: temperatures range from 30°C by day to 18°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can drive to Fontainebleau.
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Fontainebleau — 3 nights
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Change things up with these side-trips from Fontainebleau: Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte (in Maincy), Hotel de ville (in Sens) and Parc de la Ballastiere (in Saint-Clement).
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You can drive from Paris to Fontainebleau in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Fontainebleau can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to Auxerre.
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You can drive from Paris to Fontainebleau in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Fontainebleau can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can drive to Auxerre.
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Auxerre — 4 nights
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Change things up with these side-trips from Auxerre: Abbaye de Fontenay (in Montbard), Eglise Saint-Germain (in La Ferte-Loupiere) and Les Poils D Assenay (in Assenay). On the 12th (Wed), spend a day of historical exploration at Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre.
For ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Auxerre trip itinerary website.
Drive from Fontainebleau to Auxerre in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Auxerre can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can go by car to Orleans.
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Drive from Fontainebleau to Auxerre in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Auxerre can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can go by car to Orleans.
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Orleans — 3 nights
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Explore Orleans' surroundings by going to Domaine du Croc du Merle (in Muides sur Loire), Clocher Saint Firmin (in Beaugency) and Chateau de Chambord (in Chambord).
To find more things to do, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Orleans online trip maker.
You can drive from Auxerre to Orleans in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Orleans can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Tours.
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You can drive from Auxerre to Orleans in 2 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Orleans can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough to drive to Tours.
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Tours — 6 nights
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Garden of France
Change things up with these side-trips from Tours: ZooParc de Beauval (in Saint-Aignan), Amboise (Le Chateau du Clos Luce - Parc Leonardo da Vinci & Chateau Royal d'Amboise) and Chateau de Chenonceau (in Chenonceaux). Pack the 21st (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Futuroscope. There's much more to do: take in nature's colorful creations at Chateau de Villandry, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Langeais, contemplate the long history of Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau, and indulge your senses at Le Tasting Room Wine - Day Tours.
To see ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Tours road trip planning site.
You can drive from Orleans to Tours in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in July, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Decize.
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You can drive from Orleans to Tours in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in July, and nighttime lows around 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Decize.
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Decize — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): don't miss a visit to Tour de l'Horloge, then don't miss a visit to Les Remparts, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin de Forgeneuve.
To find more things to do, reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Decize trip planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Tours to Decize. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Clermont-Ferrand.
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The Route module can help you plan travel from Tours to Decize. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Clermont-Ferrand.
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Clermont-Ferrand — 4 nights
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France's Liverpool
Venture out of the city with trips to La Boire des Carres (in Saint-Remy-en-Rollat), Banne d'Ordanche (in Murat-le-Quaire) and Les Bords de l'Allier (in Vichy). Spend the 25th (Tue) among the fascinating landscape of Puy de Dome. The adventure continues: immerse yourself in nature at Chaine des Puys, hike along Le Puy du Pariou, see the interesting displays at L'Aventure Michelin, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Leger.
For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Clermont-Ferrand trip planner.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Decize to Clermont-Ferrand. In July, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Saint-Etienne.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Decize to Clermont-Ferrand. In July, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 17°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Saint-Etienne.
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Saint-Etienne — 2 nights
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On the 28th (Fri), look for all kinds of wild species at Gorges de la Loire, contemplate the long history of Chapelle St. Michel d'Aiguilhe, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Saint Francois Régis. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Sainte Marie, admire the striking features of L'hotel des Ingenieurs, don't miss a visit to La Martre de France, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle De L'Hopital De La Charite, then examine the collection at Musee d'Art et d'Industrie, and finally discover the riches below the earth's surface at Musee de la mine.
To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Saint-Etienne trip planner.
Traveling by car from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Etienne takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Saint-Etienne can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can catch the train to Avignon.
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Traveling by car from Clermont-Ferrand to Saint-Etienne takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In July, daily temperatures in Saint-Etienne can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can catch the train to Avignon.
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Avignon — 7 nights
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City of Popes
Venture out of the city with trips to Marseille (Le Vieux Port, Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, &more), Amphitheatre (les Arenes) (in Arles) and Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer (promenade a cheval & Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau). And it doesn't end there: steep yourself in history at Palais des Papes, snap pictures at Pont d'Avignon, explore the world behind art at Carrieres des Lumieres, and see the interesting displays at Paul Cezanne’s Studio.
For ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Avignon journey planner.
You can take a train from Saint-Etienne to Avignon in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Saint-Etienne in July; daily highs in Avignon reach 36°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive to Menton.
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You can take a train from Saint-Etienne to Avignon in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Saint-Etienne in July; daily highs in Avignon reach 36°C and lows reach 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sat) so you can drive to Menton.
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Menton — 6 nights
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Pearl of France
When in Menton, make a side trip to see La Madone d'Utelle in Utelle, approximately Utelle away. Next up on the itinerary: enjoy the sand and surf at Promenade du Soleil, don't miss a visit to Monastere de l'Annonciade, appreciate the extensive heritage of Promenade Le Corbusier, and take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin Botanique Val Rahmeh - Menton.
To see maps, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Menton tour itinerary planner.
Getting from Avignon to Menton by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Avignon in August: highs in Menton hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Nice.
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Getting from Avignon to Menton by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Avignon in August: highs in Menton hover around 32°C, while lows dip to 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Nice.
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Nice — 7 nights
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Nissa la Bella (Nice the Beautiful)
You'll find plenty of places to visit near Nice: Musee National Fernand-Leger (in Biot), Lérins Islands (in Cannes) and Morgana Boutique (in Golfe-Juan Vallauris). There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Old Town, awaken your taste buds at Azur Wine Tours, don't miss a visit to Promenade des Anglais, and see the interesting displays at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild.
For reviews, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Nice vacation planner.
Drive from Menton to Nice in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in August, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Bastia.
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Drive from Menton to Nice in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in August, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Bastia.
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Bastia — 4 nights
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You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bastia: Eglise Saint-Michel de Murato (in Murato), Marine d'Albo (in Ogliastro) and Caval en Liberte (in Saint Florent).
To find photos, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Bastia online driving holiday planner.
Traveling by flight from Nice to Bastia takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Bastia can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to fly to Paris.
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Traveling by flight from Nice to Bastia takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry. In August, daily temperatures in Bastia can reach 34°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to fly to Paris.
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Paris — 1 night
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City of Light
Start off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Musee De Cluny, pause for some photo ops at Statue Mercure Chevauchant Pegase, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Montmartre, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint Nicolas des Champs.
Before you visit Paris, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.
Traveling by flight from Bastia to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Bastia in August: high temperatures in Paris hover around 29°C and lows are around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to drive to Nevers.
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Traveling by flight from Bastia to Paris takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Bastia in August: high temperatures in Paris hover around 29°C and lows are around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to drive to Nevers.
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Nevers — 3 nights
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Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Nevers: Thauvenay (La Bete Noire Sancerroise & Domaine Eric Louis), Bourges (Rue Bourbonnoux, Musee du Materiel, &more) and Vinitour Centre-Loire (in Sancerre).
To see other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Nevers road trip website.
Traveling by car from Paris to Nevers takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August in Nevers, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Paris.
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Traveling by car from Paris to Nevers takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In August in Nevers, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Paris.
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Paris — 2 nights
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City of Light
On the 27th (Sun), contemplate the long history of The Paris Catacombs, examine the collection at Musee Rodin, and then admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay.
To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Paris day trip planning app.
Getting from Nevers to Paris by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can fly back home.
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Getting from Nevers to Paris by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can 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.
