France in 12 Days: 3 Recommended 12-day Itineraries to France

Check out our 12-day France itinerary ideas below.

With Paris as a base for four nights, then Aix-en-Provence for the next four, and the remainder in Nice, you’ll be heading all the way down the country, from the northern central region, through the countryside of Provence, and then even further down south to the French Riviera. Days are packed to the brim with sightseeing around the City of Lights, including a trip to the magnificent Palace of Versailles. You’ll uncover plenty of villas, grand gardens and medieval towns where cheese and wine are at the top of your daily menus. Walk in the footsteps of artists like Paul Cézanne and relish in unique experiences, such as truffle hunting. Ending off with the ocean at your fingertips, coastal destinations like Cassis and Villefranche will sweep you off your Louboutins! See all France holidays for 12 days.

Ready to feel like royalty over the next 12 days in France? Exploring palaces and castles and staying in grand centuries-old chateaux, this French extravaganza is for bougie explorers, history buffs and genteels. After the landmarks of Paris have etched themselves into your memory forever, deep dive into the country’s wartime past around the Caen region, from the antics of William the Conqueror to the infamous D-Day Landing Sites like Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc Ranger Memorial. Other highlights include Mont-Saint Michel, Chinon — once a playground for nobility — and Amboise, where Da Vinci spent his last days. See all culture and history tours of France.

The glitz and glamor of the South of France await you during this 12-day tour across coastlines, national parks, charming countryside and historic sites. It all unfolds in Monaco and ends in the famous Bordeaux wine region. Wine and dine at Michelin-star restaurants; unwind into St Tropez’s nightlife; sail between dramatic cliffs to Cassis, where transparent turquoise waters remind one of mermaids; and step back in time at hilltop citadels, such as Lastours. Plus, scope where artists like Picasso and da Vinci found inspiration in places like Arles.

Whether you’re keen to explore the South of France, spend more time centered around Paris, or want to travel around the whole of the country, a 12-day France itinerary plan is the perfect amount of time for it all. Like much of Europe, the transport systems make it convenient to adventure around. You can organize a holiday for 12 days in France by yourself or join one of our pre-packaged trips to France. Connect with our travel experts for a customized trip to France.

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