43 days in South of France, London & Kuala Lumpur 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Azur Wine Tours (in Vence), Musee Picasso (in Antibes) and La Croisette (in Cannes). Spend the 20th (Sat) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Marineland. Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Old Town, get great views at Colline du Chateau overlook, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and discover the deep blue sea with Be Free 2 Dive.

To see traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Nice day trip planner.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to Nice is an approximately 20-hour flight. You'll gain 7 hours traveling from Kuala Lumpur to Nice due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Kuala Lumpur, expect much colder days and little chillier nights in Nice, ranging from highs of 24°C to lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Saint-Raphael.

Saint-Raphael vacations have so much more to offer than an indulgent splurge on a beach.

Get out of town with these interesting Saint-Raphael side-trips: Eco Gliss (in Les Issambres), Roquebrune-sur-Argens (Domaine de L’Olivette & Vivier Gallo-Romain des Issambres) and La Pointe de l'Aiguille (in Theoule sur Mer). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Massif de l'Esterel, browse for treasures at Brocante Au Bucheron, do a tasting at Domaine Terres Destel, and pause for some photo ops at Notre Dame d‘Afrique.

To find reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Saint-Raphael tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Nice to Saint-Raphael takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of bus and train. In May in Saint-Raphael, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 13°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Hyeres.

Hyères, Provençal Occitan: Ieras in classical norm, or Iero in Mistralian norm) is a commune in the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.The old town lies 4km from the sea clustered around the Castle of Saint Bernard, which is set on a hill. Venture out of the city with trips to La Croix-Valmer (Plage de Gigaro & Le Cap Lardier), Chartreuse de la Verne (in Collobrieres) and Cogolin (Wine Tours Provence & Riviera, Domaine de la Giscle, &more). There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, stroll through Sentier Jean Francois Jube, pause for some serene contemplation at Chapelle Saint-Francois-de-Paule, and trek along Randonnee Bormes-les-Mimosas.

For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, read Hyeres travel itinerary planner.

Drive from Saint-Raphael to Hyeres in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of bus and train. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to Marseille.

The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.

Explore Marseille's surroundings by going to Trolib (in Cassis), Truffle Hunting at Les Pastras (in Cadenet) and Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence (in Aix-en-Provence). Spend the 6th (Tue) exploring nature at Parc National des Calanques. The adventure continues: make a trip to Randonnees theatrales Marcel Pagnol Cie Dans la cour des Grands, see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, cruise along Route des Cretes, and take a stroll through The Panier.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Marseille visit planner.

Traveling by car from Hyeres to Marseille takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Marseille sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) early enough to drive to Avignon.

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.

Explore Avignon's surroundings by going to Les Baux de Provence (Chateau des Baux de Provence & Carrieres des Lumieres), Le Sentier des Ocres (in Roussillon) and Abbaye Notre-Dame de Senanque (in Gordes). There's still lots to do: take an exotic tour of Wine Safari, explore the historical opulence of Palais des Papes, awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area, and snap pictures at Pont d'Avignon.

To see more things to do, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Avignon trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Marseille to Avignon in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in Avignon are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Carcassonne.

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.

Step out of Carcassonne with an excursion to Grotte de Niaux in Niaux--about 1h 30 min away. There's much more to do: wander the streets of Cité de Carcassonne, learn about winemaking at O'Vineyards, pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Vincent de Carcassonne, and explore the historical opulence of Chateau Comtal.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Carcassonne travel route planner.

You can drive from Avignon to Carcassonne in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Carcassonne can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 17°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Sarlat-la-Caneda.

Sarlat-la-Caneda is the capital of the former Périgord Noir, now referred to as the Aquitaine region that is home to a historical area consisting of impeccably preserved 14th-century buildings and sites.

Venture out of the city with trips to Roque Saint-Christophe Fort et Cite Troglodytiques (in Peyzac-le-Moustier), Bergerac Wine Tours (in Eymet) and Chateau de Monbazillac (in Monbazillac). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Chateau des Milandes, step into the grandiose world of The Maison Forte de Reignac, relax in the rural setting at Les Noyeraies du Landers, and contemplate the long history of Chateau de Commarque.

For ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Sarlat-la-Caneda day trip planning website.

Drive from Carcassonne to Sarlat-la-Caneda in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, daytime highs in Sarlat-la-Caneda are 31°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to fly to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

Change things up with these side-trips from London: Hawkstone Brewery (in Bourton-on-the-Water), Cotswolds Distillery (in Stourton) and The Cotswold Cheese (in Burford). There's still lots to do: enjoy breathtaking views from Coca-Cola London Eye, contemplate the long history of Buckingham Palace, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, and snap pictures at Tower Bridge.

To find ratings, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the London road trip app.

You can fly from Sarlat-la-Caneda to London in 5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Traveling from Sarlat-la-Caneda to London, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Sarlat-la-Caneda, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in London, ranging from highs of 23°C to lows of 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Kuala Lumpur.

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

Kuala Lumpur is known for sightseeing, parks, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Petronas Twin Towers, explore the fascinating underground world of Batu Caves, admire the masterpieces at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, and enjoy breathtaking views from Menara Kuala Lumpur.

To find ratings, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read Kuala Lumpur holiday planner.

Getting from London to Kuala Lumpur by flight takes about 16 hours. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Malaysia Time (MYT) is 8 hours. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from London in June; daily highs in Kuala Lumpur reach 39°C and lows reach 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) so you can travel back home.