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Damsels and Popes (Bordeaux - Toulouse - Carcassonne - Avignon - Nice - Self Drive)
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This is a suggested independent itinerary that you customize. Please select the best flights, hotels, trains, activities, transportation and number of nights in each destination to fit your needs.
France is at your disposal with this customizable vacation package. Visit Bordeaux (hub of the famed wine-growing region, is a port city on the Garonne River in southwestern France), Toulouse, Carcassonne (a hilltop town in southern France’s Languedoc area, is famous for its medieval citadel), Avignon and Nice (capital on the Riviera; glamorous with rocky beaches, famous cafes and brilliant sunshine) with a rent a car. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.

This 8 night sample itinerary includes:
  • Hotel for 2 nights in Bordeaux
  • Rental Car for 7 days
  • Hotel for 1 night in Toulouse
  • Hotel for 2 nights in Carcassonne
  • Hotel for 1 night in Avignon
  • Hotel for 2 nights in Nice
  • Driving Time
    Bordeaux- Toulouse: 2 hour 27 mins. approx.
    Toulouse- Carcassonne: 1 hr 13 min approx.
    Carcassonne- Avignon: 2hr 32 mins. approx.
    Avignon- Nice: 2hr 39 mins. approx.


Related Cities:
Nice (French Riviera) (94)     Bordeaux (11)     Toulouse (8)     Avignon (20)     Carcassonne (6)    
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1. Bordeaux
  65 hotels
2. Toulouse
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3. Carcassonne
   (25 hotels)
4. Avignon
   (45 hotels)
5. Nice (French Riviera)
   (93 hotels)
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2 nights in Bordeaux

Bordeaux is one of the world`s most important wine-producing areas and also a major cultural center. The city has excellent museums, lively nightlife and beaches close by. Wide avenues, neoclassical architecture and well-tended parks all give the city an 18th-century grandeur. The most interesting neighborhood in Old Bordeaux is the "golden triangle:" cours Clemenceau, cours de l'Intendance, and les allées de Tourny. Tour the chateaux, imbibe the world-class wines and Bordeaux will charm you forever.

Visit Bordeaux Cathedral, Grand Théâtre, Basilique Saint-Seurin, Museum of Beaux-Arts, Museum of Aquitaine, Esplanade des Quinconces, Gallien Palace, Pey-Berland Tower, Pont de Pierre, Miroir d'Eau , La Cité du Vin, and so much more!



1 nights in Toulouse

Toulouse, the capital of France`s southern Languedoc-Roussillon/Midi-Pyrénées region, is at the center of the aeronautics industry in Europe. With three major universities and a thriving high-tech center, including headquarters of Airbus, France`s fourth-largest city hums with inventiveness and creativity. It`s winding cobbled streets lined with lovely rose-colored buildings that give the Pink City its nickname. The tree lined Garonne River divides the city in two with the vieux Quartier (Old Town) falling to the east and the former suburb of Saint-Cyprien rising in the west. The heart of it all is the Place du Capitole, a lovely square that`s presided over by a magnificent town hall of the same name. Toulouse`s laid-back vibe in the sunny southwest is France`s fastest-growing city, cozy, clean, central and friendly!


Visit The Basilique Saint-Sernin, Couvent des Jacobins, Place du Capitole, Musee des Augustins, Fondation Bemberg, Musee Saint-Raymond, Canal du Midi, Pont-Neuf, Cite de l`Espace, Jardin des Plantes, Aeroscopia Museum, and so much more!



2 nights in Carcassonne

Land of history and tourism, this great fortress city, perched on a rocky hilltop, rises against the spectacular background of the Montagne Noire, the Black Mountain, to the north. The fortified city of Carcassonne looks like something out of a children's storybook when it's seen from afar, time seems to stand still in this place filled with magic. Whether it is the Cathar castles, fortified Cité de Carcassonne and the more expansive lower city, or the Canal du Midi, Carcassonne offers a land with a unique character to be explored.


Visit Pont Vieux, La Cité de Carcassonne, Château Comtal and Ramparts, Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus, Lac de la Cavayere (Lake), The Australian Park (Le Park Australien), Canal du Midi, Hill of Pech Mary, the 4 Castles of Lastours, wine vineyards, and so much more!



1 nights in Avignon

The fortified city of Avignon is located in the lush vineyards of the Rhone Valley, rich in history, artistic brilliance, and Provencal life. From churches and chapels to film festivals and street musicians, Avignon was named the European Capital of Culture in 2000, and the city has been one of France's major artistic centers for centuries. Whether you're exploring the scenic waterways of Provence, Avignon's mixed culture, gastronomy, world-class wine, or the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, you will be sure to create a memorable travel experience in the city of Avignon.

Visit The Palais de Popes (Pace of Popes), Pont St-Benezet, Musée du Petit Palais, Place du Palais, Musee Calvet, Basilique St-Pierre, Eglise de St-Agricol, Porte du Rhone and so much more!



2 nights in Nice (French Riviera)

Nice is the capital of the Riviera, yet far less glamorous and expensive than Cannes. It's also one of the most ancient, having been founded by the Greeks, who called it 'Nike' or Victory. Because of its brilliant sunshine and relaxed living, it has attracted famous artists and writers in the past. Being the best trip base on the Riviera, you can choose to explore the region or lounge in its famous cafes. But the most obvious hangout spot here is the beach. The beach in Nice consists of rocks so wear a pair of good sandals.

Explore the Promenade des Anglais, Musee Matisse, Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Cours Saleya, Castle Hill, Old Town, Place Massena and so much more!




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Flexible Itinerary
Bordeaux
Day 1
Arrive to Bordeaux
Overnight in Bordeaux   65 hotels offered
Optional   107 Things to do
Day 2
Overnight in Bordeaux   65 hotels offered
Optional   107 Things to do
Day 3
Departing from Bordeaux
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air
Toulouse
Day 3
Arrive to Toulouse
Overnight in Toulouse   52 hotels offered
Optional   35 Things to do
Day 4
Departing from Toulouse
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air
Carcassonne
Day 4
Arrive to Carcassonne
Overnight in Carcassonne   25 hotels offered
Optional   24 Things to do
Day 5
Overnight in Carcassonne   25 hotels offered
Optional   24 Things to do
Day 6
Departing from Carcassonne
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air
Avignon
Day 6
Arrive to Avignon
Overnight in Avignon   45 hotels offered
Optional   41 Things to do
Day 7
Departing from Avignon
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air
Nice (French Riviera)
Day 7
Arrive to Nice (French Riviera)
Overnight in Nice (French Riviera)   93 hotels offered
Optional   295 Things to do
Day 8
Overnight in Nice (French Riviera)   93 hotels offered
Optional   295 Things to do
Day 9
Departing from Nice (French Riviera)

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Bordeaux Hotels (65 total)
Toulouse Hotels (52 total)
Carcassonne Hotels (25 total)
Avignon Hotels (45 total)
Nice (French Riviera) Hotels (93 total)


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Tours in Bordeaux (107 total)
Tours in Toulouse (35 total)
Tours in Carcassonne (24 total)
Tours in Avignon (41 total)
Tours in Nice (French Riviera) (295 total)


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France

<b>France</b> remains one of the worlds most talked-about and written-about destinations. Whether the romance of Paris sweeps you off your feet or you fall gently for the relaxed life of Provence, France is a place for lovers, and will leave you spellbound. Paris is undoubtedly one of the world's great cities, with enough monuments, museums, restaurants, theatres and shows to last a lifetime. The northern provinces of Normandy and Brittany are steeped in history while the Loire Valley is world famous for its châteaux. And there is more to explore.
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Bordeaux
Bordeaux is one of the world`s most important wine-producing areas and also a major cultural center. The city has excellent museums, lively nightlife and beaches close by. Wide avenues, neoclassical architecture and well-tended parks all give the city an 18th-century grandeur. The most interesting neighborhood in Old Bordeaux is the "golden triangle:" cours Clemenceau, cours de l'Intendance, and les allées de Tourny. Tour the chateaux, imbibe the world-class wines and Bordeaux will charm you forever.

Visit Bordeaux Cathedral, Grand Théâtre, Basilique Saint-Seurin, Museum of Beaux-Arts, Museum of Aquitaine, Esplanade des Quinconces, Gallien Palace, Pey-Berland Tower, Pont de Pierre, Miroir d'Eau , La Cité du Vin, and so much more!
Toulouse
Toulouse, the capital of France`s southern Languedoc-Roussillon/Midi-Pyrénées region, is at the center of the aeronautics industry in Europe. With three major universities and a thriving high-tech center, including headquarters of Airbus, France`s fourth-largest city hums with inventiveness and creativity. It`s winding cobbled streets lined with lovely rose-colored buildings that give the Pink City its nickname. The tree lined Garonne River divides the city in two with the vieux Quartier (Old Town) falling to the east and the former suburb of Saint-Cyprien rising in the west. The heart of it all is the Place du Capitole, a lovely square that`s presided over by a magnificent town hall of the same name. Toulouse`s laid-back vibe in the sunny southwest is France`s fastest-growing city, cozy, clean, central and friendly!


Visit The Basilique Saint-Sernin, Couvent des Jacobins, Place du Capitole, Musee des Augustins, Fondation Bemberg, Musee Saint-Raymond, Canal du Midi, Pont-Neuf, Cite de l`Espace, Jardin des Plantes, Aeroscopia Museum, and so much more!
Carcassonne
Land of history and tourism, this great fortress city, perched on a rocky hilltop, rises against the spectacular background of the Montagne Noire, the Black Mountain, to the north. The fortified city of Carcassonne looks like something out of a children's storybook when it's seen from afar, time seems to stand still in this place filled with magic. Whether it is the Cathar castles, fortified Cité de Carcassonne and the more expansive lower city, or the Canal du Midi, Carcassonne offers a land with a unique character to be explored.


Visit Pont Vieux, La Cité de Carcassonne, Château Comtal and Ramparts, Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus, Lac de la Cavayere (Lake), The Australian Park (Le Park Australien), Canal du Midi, Hill of Pech Mary, the 4 Castles of Lastours, wine vineyards, and so much more!
Avignon
The fortified city of Avignon is located in the lush vineyards of the Rhone Valley, rich in history, artistic brilliance, and Provencal life. From churches and chapels to film festivals and street musicians, Avignon was named the European Capital of Culture in 2000, and the city has been one of France's major artistic centers for centuries. Whether you're exploring the scenic waterways of Provence, Avignon's mixed culture, gastronomy, world-class wine, or the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, you will be sure to create a memorable travel experience in the city of Avignon.

Visit The Palais de Popes (Pace of Popes), Pont St-Benezet, Musée du Petit Palais, Place du Palais, Musee Calvet, Basilique St-Pierre, Eglise de St-Agricol, Porte du Rhone and so much more!
Nice (French Riviera)
Nice is the capital of the Riviera, yet far less glamorous and expensive than Cannes. It's also one of the most ancient, having been founded by the Greeks, who called it 'Nike' or Victory. Because of its brilliant sunshine and relaxed living, it has attracted famous artists and writers in the past. Being the best trip base on the Riviera, you can choose to explore the region or lounge in its famous cafes. But the most obvious hangout spot here is the beach. The beach in Nice consists of rocks so wear a pair of good sandals.

Explore the Promenade des Anglais, Musee Matisse, Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Cours Saleya, Castle Hill, Old Town, Place Massena and so much more!

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