37 days in France Itinerary
Created using Inspirock France visit planner
Start: Chicago
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Paris
— 5 nights
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Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
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Nice
— 6 nights
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La Croix-Valmer
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Marseille
— 4 nights
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Avignon
— 3 nights
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Carcassonne
— 4 nights
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Bayeux
— 5 nights
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Rouen
— 4 nights
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Paris — 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.Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Eiffel Tower and Sainte-Chapelle. Louvre Museum and Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, take a stroll through Montmartre, stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, and stroll through Île de la Cité.
To find ratings, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Paris trip planner.
Chicago, USA to Paris is an approximately 11-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Chicago to Paris is 7 hours. Traveling from Chicago in June, things will get slightly colder in Paris: highs are around 74°F and lows about 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can fly to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle.
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Castelnaud-la-Chapelle — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Castelnaud, explore the historical opulence of Chateau des Milandes, and then steep yourself in history at Chateau de Beynac. On the 24th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Musee du Patrimoine Agricole et Automobile de Salviac and then stroll around Les Jardins de Marqueyssac.
To find out how to plan a trip to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, use our trip itinerary maker.
You can fly from Paris to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in June, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Nice.
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You can fly from Paris to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in June, and nighttime lows around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Nice.
Side Trips
Les Jardins de Marqueyssac, Chateau de Beynac, Musee du Patrimoine Agricole et Automobile de Salviac
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Nice — 6 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.Visit Castel Plage and Coco Beach for some beach relaxation. You'll explore and learn at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild and Musee Matisse. Venture out of the city with trips to Juan les Pins Main Beach (in Juan-les-Pins) and Cannes (Lérins Islands & La Croisette). There's lots more to do: wander the streets of Old Town, don't miss a visit to Place Massena, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, and examine the collection at Musée Marc Chagall.
For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Nice travel planner.
You can fly from Castelnaud-la-Chapelle to Nice in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Traveling from Castelnaud-la-Chapelle in June, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 66°F in Nice. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can drive to La Croix-Valmer.
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La Croix-Valmer — 3 nights
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La Croix-Valmer is a commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.Geographythumb La Croix-Valmer is at the foot of the Massif des Maures hills in the Bay of Cavalaire-sur-Mer, halfway between Le Lavandou and Saint-Tropez.HistoryThe Emperor Constantine the Great, on the way to wage war against his brother-in-law Maxentius in 312 AD, is said to have had a vision of a cross in the sky stating "in hoc signo vinces" (by this sign you will conquer) at the location where La Croix-Valmer is now situated. You'll enjoy a bit of beach vacationing at Plage de Gigaro and Plage de Vergeron. Change things up with these side-trips from La Croix-Valmer: Plage de l'Estagnol (in Bormes-Les-Mimosas) and Le Lavandou (Plage de Jean Blanc & Plage de Cavaliere). There's much more to do: stroll through Plage Des Brouis, kick back and relax at Heraclee Beach, play a few rounds at Golf UP, and get engrossed in the history at Musee Du Patrimoine.
To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our La Croix-Valmer trip builder website.
You can drive from Nice to La Croix-Valmer in 2 hours. Traveling from Nice in June, expect nights in La Croix-Valmer to be a bit cooler, around 59°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 84°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Marseille.
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To see where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our La Croix-Valmer trip builder website.
You can drive from Nice to La Croix-Valmer in 2 hours. Traveling from Nice in June, expect nights in La Croix-Valmer to be a bit cooler, around 59°F, while days are a bit warmer, around 84°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Mon) so you can go by car to Marseille.
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Marseille — 4 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.Let the collections at Musee Granet and Museum of European and Mediterranean Civilisations capture your imagination. Get a sense of the local culture at Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde and Cours Mirabeau. Get out of town with these interesting Marseille side-trips: Cassis (Calanque d'En-Vau & Trolib), Site Memorial du Camp des Milles (in Les Milles) and Aix-en-Provence (Paul Cezanne’s Studio & Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence). The adventure continues: stroll through Plage d'Argent, wander the streets of The Panier, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Pierre, and enjoy the sand and surf at Plage des Bonnettes.
To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Marseille trip itinerary tool.
Traveling by car from La Croix-Valmer to Marseille takes 2 hours. In July, daytime highs in Marseille are 88°F, while nighttime lows are 68°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Avignon.
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Avignon — 3 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.Museum-lovers will get to explore Carrieres des Lumieres and Un Siecle de Roulottes. Do some cultural sightseeing at Palais des Papes and Chateau des Baux de Provence. Venture out of the city with trips to Amphitheatre (les Arenes) (in Arles), La Maison Carree (in Nimes) and Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac (in Orgnac-l'Aven). And it doesn't end there: take in the views from Pont d'Avignon, examine the collection at Musee Angladon, and identify plant and animal life at Wine Safari.
To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Avignon trip itinerary maker site.
Traveling by car from Marseille to Avignon takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 88°F in July, and nighttime lows around 64°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can go by car to Carcassonne.
Side Trips
Les Baux de Provence, Amphitheatre (les Arenes), Un Siecle de Roulottes, La Maison Carree, Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac
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Carcassonne — 4 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.Popular historic sites such as Cité de Carcassonne and Cathar Castles are in your itinerary. Let the collections at Parc de la Prehistoire and Musee des Beaux-Arts capture your imagination. Change things up with these side-trips from Carcassonne: Toulouse (Church of Les Jacobins & Basilique Saint-Sernin) and La Voile Verte (in Valras-Plage). And it doesn't end there: pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Nazaire, get engrossed in the history at Musee De L'ecole, appreciate the extensive heritage of Place Carnot, and step into the grandiose world of Chateau Comtal.
For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Carcassonne trip itinerary planning site.
You can drive from Avignon to Carcassonne in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 84°F, and evening lows to 64°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can catch the flight to Bayeux.
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Bayeux — 5 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.You'll get in some beach time at Omaha Beach and Juno Beach. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Mont Saint-Michel and Normandy American Cemetery. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bayeux: Airborne Museum (in Sainte-Mere-Eglise) and Ranville (Cimetières Militaires & Pegasus Memorial). There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux, steep yourself in history at Pointe du Hoc, pause for some photo ops at D-Day Monument, and see the interesting displays at Musee du debarquement.
For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the Bayeux online itinerary planner.
Traveling by flight from Carcassonne to Bayeux takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Carcassonne in July; daily highs in Bayeux reach 74°F and lows reach 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Wed) so you can drive to Rouen.
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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.Get a sense of the local culture at Fondation Claude Monet and Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial. Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen and Trinity Abbey (Abbey de la Trinite) will appeal to history buffs. Explore Rouen's surroundings by going to Amiens (Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens & Maison de Jules Verne), Falaises d'Etretat (in Etretat) and Honfleur (Pont de Normandie, Saint Catherine's Catholic Church, &more). There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen.
To see ratings, traveler tips, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Rouen trip planner.
Getting from Bayeux to Rouen by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In July in Rouen, expect temperatures between 73°F during the day and 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (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.
