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Provence & the Riviera: 4-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 4-day version for June: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 4-day plan · 5-day plan · 7-day plan · best time to go.

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4
days
300 km
distance
10.4 h
driving
22
curated stops

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Day 1 Avignon → Arles

4 curated stops
Transit
4h14
Finish
~17:45
Temperature
15.6°C–28.1°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
15.2h
09:00
Papal Palace palais-des-papes.com read more map ↗
Stand in awe of grand Gothic halls once ruled by popes.
50 min · Avignon
10:00
Pont Saint-Bénezet read more map ↗
Gaze at the ruined bridge's silent medieval stones.
50 min · Avignon
13:00
Cryptoportiques read more map ↗
Discover hidden Roman history beneath the city streets.
50 min · Arles
14:45
Camargue read more map ↗
Spot flamingos and observe the unique wildlife in Europe's largest river delta.
50 min · Arles
15:35
Querida search map ↗
60 min · Arles
open: lunch from noon; dinner from 19:00; closed Tu & W
Overnight: Aix-en-Provence
e.g. Hôtel des Arts · Hotel F1
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Day 2 Cassis

6 curated stops
Transit
1h17
Finish
~16:40
Temperature
18.7°C–22.7°C
Rainy days
~3
Daylight
15.2h
09:50
Place Baragnon search map ↗
Stroll through the heart of town, surrounded by historic buildings and lively fountains.
50 min · Cassis
10:50
Château de Cassis search map ↗
Gaze at the grand façade of this impressive castle, though its halls remain private.
50 min · Cassis
11:50
La Villa Mauresque search map ↗
Currently closed for restoration, leaving only its grand facade visible.
50 min · Cassis
12:50
Statue de Calendal search map ↗
Admire the heroic statue of Calendal, a beloved local legend.
50 min · Cassis
13:50
Eglise Saint Michel search map ↗
Admire the elegant architecture of this charming 19th-century church.
50 min · Cassis
14:50
Villa l'Ariane search map ↗
Browse quiet shelves in a serene, converted villa that now serves as a public library.
50 min · Cassis
15:40
Chez Gilbert search map ↗
Savor authentic Bouillabaisse, a seafood stew steeped in local tradition.
60 min · Cassis
Overnight here
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Day 3 Cannes

4 curated stops
Transit
2h42
Finish
~17:55
Temperature
18.1°C–25.4°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
15.2h
11:10
Molinard search
Experience the art of perfumery among fragrant flowers and elegant bottles.
90 min · Cannes
12:55
Notre-Dame d'Esperance search
Marvel at Gothic architecture and historic paintings in a serene setting.
90 min · Cannes
14:40
Croix des gardes search
Walk through lush park trails with panoramic city and sea views.
90 min · Cannes
16:25
Tour du Masque search
Peek into a tower rumored to hold the ghost of the Man in the Iron Mask.
90 min · Cannes
Overnight here
e.g. Boîte d'Amour · Villa La Contemporaine de Cannes
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Day 4 Antibes → Nice

5 curated stops
Transit
2h14
Finish
~17:55
Temperature
20.1°C–22.5°C
Rainy days
~4
Daylight
15.2h
09:20
Cap d'Antibes read more map ↗
Walk along stunning coastal paths with breathtaking views.
90 min · Antibes
11:00
Le Sentier Du Littoral, Cap D'antibes search map ↗
Experience scenic coastal walks with Mediterranean views.
50 min · Antibes · Free
12:05
covered market (Marché Provençal) search map ↗
Sample fresh, vibrant produce and local delicacies.
90 min · Antibes
13:35
La Passagere bellesrives.com map ↗
Indulge in gourmet cuisine with a panoramic bay terrace.
60 min · Antibes · €29-120
16:00
Parc Phoenix parc-phoenix.org read more map ↗
Stroll among 2500 plants and visit tropical animals.
50 min · Nice · €5.20, 12-18 €3, under 12 free, Nice museums pass-holder €3
open: Daily, Apr-Sep: 09:30-19:30, Oct-Mar: 09:30-18:00
17:05
Musée des Beaux-Arts Jules Chéret musee-beaux-arts-nice.org read more map ↗
Explore exquisite pastels and artworks by Jules Chéret and other masters.
50 min · Nice
open: May-Oct: Tu-Su 10:00-18:00; Nov-Apr: Tu-Su 11:00-18:00; closed Jan 1, Easter May 1, Dec 25

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