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Two-week trip through the South of France

A trip to Paris, Avignon, Gordes, Aix-en-Provence, Nice
Exploring Provence and the French Riviera (with a stop in Paris)
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Day 1 - Paris

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Holiday Inn St Germain des Prs

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Located in the Rive Gauche Quarter of Paris in the 6th arrondissement, this 3-star hotel is nearby the Luxembourg …
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Holiday Inn St Germain des Prs
92, rue de Vaugirard
Paris, 75006
France
1-4954-8700
Day 1 12:00am - Day 4 12:00am
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Good price, nice neighborhood, central location
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Day 2 - Paris

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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris

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Climbing the 387 steps to the top of this masterpiece is well worth the effort for the spectacular view. Constructio …
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
6, place du Parvis-Notre-Dame
Paris, 75004
France
+33 1 4234 5610
Day 2 8:00am - Day 2 11:00am
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Beautiful cathedral, go early in the day to avoid crowds and see the sunrise
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Musee d'Orsay

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Nearly 2.5 million visitors each year come to see the largest collection in the world of impressionist artwork, foun …
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Musee d'Orsay
62, rue de Lille
Paris, 75007
France
+33 1 4049 4814
Day 2 1:00pm - Day 2 6:00pm
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Great impressionist collection, a little less "touristy" than the Louvre
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Grand Colbert (Le)

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This renowned, classic brasserie is housed in the Galerie Colbert. Sporting repainted friezes, fabulous gilding …
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4, rue Vivienne
Paris, 75002
France
+33 1 4286 8788
Day 2 7:00pm - Day 2 9:00pm
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Featured in Something's Gotta Give, recommended by Fodor's
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Day 3 - Paris

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Cafe de Flore

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An historical landmark in Paris since 1890, this cafe was a favorite of many great 19th-century writers and artists. …
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Cafe de Flore
172, boulevard Saint-Germain
Paris, 75006
France
+33 1 45 48 55 26
Day 3 8:00am - Day 3 11:00am
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Fun cafe for cafe cremas and people watching, near the hotel
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Tour Eiffel (Eiffel Tower)

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Paris just wouldn't be Paris without the Eiffel Tower. Designed by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 World Fair, at 300 me …
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Tour Eiffel (Eiffel Tower)
5, quai Anatole France
Paris, 75007
France
+33 1 4411 2323
Day 3 1:00pm - Day 3 6:00pm
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Can't come to Paris without visiting the Eiffel Tower.
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Day 4 - Avignon

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Hotel D Europe

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Four star Hotel D'Europe, located in downtown Avignon, with it's 44 room is the the finest deluxe destination …
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Hotel D Europe
12, place Crillon
Avignon, 84000
France
4-9014-7676
Day 4 12:00am - Day 9 12:00am
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Recommended by a friend. Looks relatively reasonable.
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Avignon

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Avignon, France
Day 4 12:00am - Day 5 12:00am
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Avignon makes a great base camp for some of the smaller surrounding towns in Provence; the train station is right outside the town walls and walkable from almost anywhere in town, although you may find it easier to just rent a car (rental cars are also available at the train station).
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Train from Paris to Avignon

Take the TGV. The trip is only 2 1/2 hours and there is a shuttle at the station that will bring you inside the …More  
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Day 4 12:00pm - Day 4 3:00pm
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Day 5 - Avignon

Les Halles

Amazing indoor market full of gourmet food items. Come early!
Shopping
Avignon, France
Day 5 8:00am - Day 5 11:00am
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Pope's Palace

Beautiful old castle, located near the center of town
Thing to Do
Avignon, France
Day 5 1:00pm - Day 5 6:00pm
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Get the audio tour (it comes in English)
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Le Pont D'Avignon

Famous bridge, just outside the town walls.
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Avignon, France
Day 5 1:00pm - Day 5 6:00pm
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Piedoie

Yummy French restaurant near the center of town, recommended by Frommer's.
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Avignon, France
Day 5 7:00pm - Day 5 9:00pm
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Day 6 - Gordes

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Gordes

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Gordes, France
Day 6 12:00am - Day 7 12:00am
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This charming hill village is a great side trip from Avignon.
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Day 7 - Aix-en-Provence

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Aix-en-Provence

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Aix-en-Provence, France
Day 7 12:00am - Day 8 12:00am
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Another lovely day trip from Avignon, about 50 miles away.
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Cours Mirabeau

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Provence's Parliament created this thoroughfare in 1651 on the site of the destroyed former ramparts, allowing …
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1 Cours Mirabeau
Aix-en-Provence, 13100
France
+33 4 42 16 11 61
Day 7 1:00pm - Day 7 6:00pm
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A nice spot for a stroll; stop in one of the many cafes here.
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Clos de la Violette (Le)

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A haunt for the town's gourmets high up in the hills, this residence and its owners offer a flavourful cuisine from …
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10, avenue de la Violette
Aix-en-Provence, 13100
France
+33 4 4223 3071
Day 7 7:00pm - Day 7 9:00pm
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Day 8

Chateauneuf du Pape

A trip to Provence would not be complete without a visit to a vineyard. The world-famous Chateauneuf du Pape is …More  
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Day 8 12:00am - Day 9 12:00am
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Day 9 - Nice

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Nice

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Nice, France
Day 9 12:00am - Day 10 12:00am
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Nice is a great base camp for exploring the Cote D'Azur. Buses are a convenient way to visit the neighboring towns of Cannes, Monaco, and St. Tropez. You can even pop over to Italy for a day trip.
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Massena Nice Hotel

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The Hotel Massena is a boutique hotel in Nice's city center. This elegant French Riviera lodging option features …
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Massena Nice Hotel
58, rue Gioffredo
Nice, 06000
France
4-9247-8888
Day 9 12:00am - Day 14 12:00am
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Recommended by several guides including Frommers and Michelin. Centrally located, not too spendy.
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Day 10 - Nice

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Musee Matisse (La)

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Housed in a magnificent red building, this museum stands on Cimiez Hill, close to the city's Arènes (ancient amphith …
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Musee Matisse (La)
164, avenue des Arènes de Cimiez
Nice, 06000
France
+33 4 9381 0808
Day 10 8:00am - Day 10 11:00am
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A must-see for Matisse-lovers.
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Promenade des Anglais

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A big favorite with locals and visitors alike, attracting roller-bladers, cyclists and dog owners, Promenade des Ang …
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Promenade des Anglais
promenade des Anglais
Nice, 06000
France
+33 89 270 7407
Day 10 6:00pm - Day 11 12:00am
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fizan (View fizan's trips)
good evening
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Rossana (View Rossana's trips)
I am planning to go to the South of France at the end of this month. First we will fly to Marseille to visit some friends who will lend us a car to travel to the south. This guide really gives me an idea of places to visit and things to do.
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lin s (View lin s's trips)
when will you set off? why you are plan this trip?
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ANA (View ANA's trips)
All the information is very interesting and since I
have been in Aix en Provence and the French Riviera,
good memories were in my heart. Is France going to
be the winner in the World Soccer Championship ? Regards
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Kristan (View Kristan's trips)
A place not to be missed is the small coastal village of Cassis. Just a short train or bus ride from Aix, this seaside town offers stunning views and beaches.
Posted 1 year ago.
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John (View John's trips)
we are also taking a driving tour along the french coast. just beginning to explore our route/options.
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qool (View qool's trips)
i dont speak french. is it going to be difficult fo rme if travel to these places?
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