36 days in South of France Itinerary

Do some cultural sightseeing at Promenade des Anglais and Colline du Chateau overlook. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Le Suquet and La cité médiévale. Venture out of the city with trips to Azur Wine Tours (in Vence), Antibes (Musee Picasso & Le Sentier du Littoral, Cap d'Antibes) and Cannes (Rue d'Antibes & La Croisette). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Musee Escoffier de l'Art Culinaire, examine the collection at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Saint-Nicolas a Nice, and take a stroll through Old Town.

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Kelowna, Canada to Nice is an approximately 18-hour flight. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 9 hour difference. In September, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly to Bonifacio.

Get a sense of the local culture at Cimetiere Marin de Bonifacio and Filitosa. Step off the beaten path and head to Plage du Petit Sperone and Bastion de L'Etendard. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bonifacio: Boat Tours & Water Sports (in Propriano) and U Porcu Ranger (in Figari). There's still lots to do: stroll through Plage De Roccapina, explore the fascinating underground world of Grottes de Bonifacio, don't miss a visit to Escalier du Roi d'Aragon, and take in the waterfront at Port de Plaisance de Bonifacio.

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Getting from Nice to Bonifacio by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Traveling from Nice in September, you will find days in Bonifacio are a bit warmer (32°C), and nights are slightly colder (17°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): walk around Les Jardins de Marqueyssac and then examine the collection at Musee du Patrimoine Agricole et Automobile de Salviac. On the 2nd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Castelnaud, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Beynac, and then make a trip to Chateau des Milandes.

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Traveling by flight from Bonifacio to Castelnaud-la-Chapelle takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, train, and taxi. Traveling from Bonifacio in September, things will get a bit cooler in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle: highs are around 28°C and lows about 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can drive to Saint-Emilion.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion and Chateau La Croizille. Explore hidden gems such as Chateau Cantenac and Chateau Laniote. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Saint-Emilion: Chateau de Duras (in Duras), Chateau Feely (in Saussignac) and Chateau de Monbazillac (in Monbazillac). Next up on the itinerary: awaken your taste buds at Remy Martin, do a tasting at Chateau Paloumey, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Hautefort, and make a trip to Cloitre des Cordeliers.

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Traveling by car from Castelnaud-la-Chapelle to Saint-Emilion takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. October in Saint-Emilion sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Carcassonne.

Explore hidden gems such as Eglise Saint-Nazaire and Chateau Comtal. Get some cultural insight at Cité de Carcassonne and O'Vineyards. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Carcassonne: Chateau de Foix (in Foix) and Albi (Cloitre de la Collegiale Saint Salvy & Musee Toulouse-Lautrec). Next up on the itinerary: steep yourself in history at Cathar Castles and explore the historical opulence of Chateaux de Lastours.

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Drive from Saint-Emilion to Carcassonne in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In October, daytime highs in Carcassonne are 24°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to drive to Perpignan.

Step off the beaten path and head to Abbaye Saint Martin du Canigou and Château de Salses. Do some cultural sightseeing at Cathedrale St-Just and Abbaye de Fontfroide. Get out of town with these interesting Perpignan side-trips: Fort Saint-Elme (in Collioure), Orgues d'Ille Sur Tet (in Ille-sur-Tet) and Chateau de Peyrepertuse (in Duilhac-sous-Peyrepertuse).

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Drive from Carcassonne to Perpignan in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In October, daytime highs in Perpignan are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sun) so you can go by car to Avignon.

Do some cultural sightseeing at Palais des Papes and Musee Departemental Arles Antique. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Grand Site de l'Aven d'Orgnac and Wine Tours & Tastings. Get out of town with these interesting Avignon side-trips: Carrieres des Lumieres (in Les Baux de Provence), Arles (Eglise St-Trophime & St-Trophime Cloister (Cloitre St-Trophime)) and Arc de Triomphe (in Orange). Next up on the itinerary: brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Distillerie A. Blachere, contemplate the long history of Pont d'Avignon, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale St. Pierre, and admire the masterpieces at Musee Fabre.

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You can drive from Perpignan to Avignon in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In October in Avignon, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) early enough to drive to Aix-en-Provence.

Get some cultural insight at Hotel de Caumont - Art Centre and Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to La Citadelle de Sisteron and Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence. Venture out of the city with trips to Marseille (The Panier, Cathédrale La Major, &more). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Chateau La Coste en Provence, get to know the fascinating history of Vieil Aix, and don't miss a visit to Cours Mirabeau.

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Traveling by car from Avignon to Aix-en-Provence takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In October, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.