32 days in France Itinerary

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.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art and St Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral, Nice. Palais Lascaris and La Maison du Portal will appeal to museum buffs. Venture out of the city with trips to Pointe des Sardinaux (in Sainte-Maxime), Chapelle Des Pénitents Blancs (in St-Paul-de-Vence) and La Cathedrale Notre-Dame de la Nativite de Vence (in Vence). And it doesn't end there: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Veran, take a stroll through Vieille Ville, and look for all kinds of wild species at Base Nature Francois Leotard.

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Tampa, USA to Nice is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Tampa to Nice is 6 hours. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from Tampa in January; daily highs in Nice reach 56°F and lows reach 42°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Montpellier.

"Montpellier is a modern, compact, and fast-growing city about 10 km (6 mi) inland from the Mediterranean coast with an active, youthful vibe.

Tours et Remparts d'Aigues-Mortes and La Maison Carree will appeal to history buffs. Step off the beaten path and head to La Maison des Vautours and Maison de la Nature. Explore Montpellier's surroundings by going to Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau (in Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer) and Les Gorges de Regalon (in Merindol). It doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Musée Fabre.

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You can drive from Nice to Montpellier in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January in Montpellier, expect temperatures between 54°F during the day and 38°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Carcassonne.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Cité de Carcassonne and Eglise Notre-Dame. Do some cultural sightseeing at Sainte-Cecile Cathedral of Albi and Basilica of Saint-Nazaire. Venture out of the city with trips to Reserve Africaine de Sigean (in Sigean), Source Salee de la Sals (in Sougraigne) and La Pisciculture du Pont de Caylus (in Villeneuve les Beziers). The adventure continues: take a stroll through Carcassonne Medieval City, learn about winemaking at Chateau Canet, step into the grandiose world of Château Comtal, and stop by Jeff de Bruges Carcassonne.

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You can drive from Montpellier to Carcassonne in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Montpellier in January, expect nights in Carcassonne to be about the same, around 37°F, while days are a bit cooler, around 49°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Tue) so you can drive to Lourdes.

Lourdes is a small market town lying in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at SARL DU SANCTUAIRE and La Villa de Seviac. Visit Chateau De Poudenas and Eglise Saint Girons for their historical value. Venture out of the city with trips to Boulevard des Pyrenees (in Pau), Les Aigles d'Aure - Volerie des Pyrenees (in Arreau) and Eglise de L'Hopital-Saint-Blaise (in Hopital-Saint-Blaise). There's more to do: see the interesting displays at Musée de la Médaille Miraculeuse and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sacre-Coeur Parish Churc.

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You can drive from Carcassonne to Lourdes in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In January, daily temperatures in Lourdes can reach 49°F, while at night they dip to 33°F. On the 27th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Amboise.

Amboise is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Chateau de Chambord and Chateau de Cheverny. Get a sense of the local culture at Château du Clos Lucé and Château de Villandry. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amboise: Saint-Louis de Chambord (in Chambord), Basilique Notre-Dame de Cléry-Saint-André (in Clery-Saint-Andre) and Blois (Chateau Royal de Blois & Basilique Notre Dame de la Trinité). The adventure continues: admire the natural beauty at Chateau d'Amboise, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedrale St-Gatien, pause for some serene contemplation at Mairie, and see the interesting displays at Chateau de Chenonceau.

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You can drive from Lourdes to Amboise in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 46°F in January, and nighttime lows around 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to take a train to Paris.

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.

Popular historic sites such as Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris and Palace of Versailles are in your itinerary. Appreciate the collections at Musée d'Orsay and Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou. The adventure continues: explore the galleries of Louvre Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dôme Sacre Coeur, appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, and don't miss a visit to La Madeleine.

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You can take a train from Amboise to Paris in 2 hours. Another option is to drive. In February in Paris, expect temperatures between 46°F during the day and 34°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Wed) to allow time for travel back home.