Damsels and Popes Self Drive (Bordeaux - Toulouse - Carcassonne - Avignon - Nice)

Bordeaux is one of the world's most important wine-producing areas, and a major cultural center. Bordeau is a port city, also known as 'The Port of the Moon,' whose historic center and its attractions are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wide avenues, neoclassical architecture, and well-tended parks give the city an 18th-century grandeur. The most interesting neighborhood in Old Bordeaux is the 'golden triangle,' cours Clemenceau, cours de l'Intendance, and les allées de Tourny.

Visit Bordeaux Cathedral, Grand Théâtre, Basilique Saint-Seurin, Museum of Beaux-Arts, Museum of Aquitaine, Esplanade des Quinconces, Gallien Palace, Pey-Berland Tower, Pont de Pierre, Miroir d'Eau , La Cité du Vin, and so much more!

Toulouse is at the center of the aeronautics industry in Europe. With three major universities and a thriving high-tech center, France's fourth largest city hums with inventiveness and creativity. Its winding cobbled streets are lined with lovely rose-colored buildings that give the Pink City its nickname. The tree lined Garonne River divides the city in two with the vieux Quartier (Old Town) falling to the east and the former suburb of Saint-Cyprien rising in the west. The heart of it all is the Place du Capitole, a lovely square that's presided over by a magnificent town hall of the same name. Toulouse's laid-back vibe in the sunny southwest is France's fastest-growing city!

Visit The Basilique Saint-Sernin, Couvent des Jacobins, Place du Capitole, Musee des Augustins, Fondation Bemberg, Musee Saint-Raymond, Canal du Midi, Pont-Neuf, Cite de l`Espace, Jardin des Plantes, Aeroscopia Museum, and so much more!

Land of history and tourism, this great fortress city, perched on a rocky hilltop, rises against the spectacular background of the Montagne Noire, the Black Mountain, to the north. The fortified city of Carcassonne looks like something out of a children's storybook when it's seen from afar, and time seems to stand still in this magical place. Whether it's the Cathar castles, fortified Cité de Carcassonne and the more expansive lower city, or the Canal du Midi, Carcassonne offers a land with a unique character to be explored.

Visit Pont Vieux, La Cité de Carcassonne, Château Comtal and Ramparts, Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus, Lac de la Cavayere (Lake), The Australian Park (Le Parc Australien), Canal du Midi, Hill of Pech Mary, the 4 Castles of Lastours, wine vineyards, and so much more!

The fortified city of Avignon is located in the lush vineyards of the Rhone Valley, rich in history, artistic brilliance, and Provencal life. From churches and chapels to film festivals and street musicians, Avignon was named the European Capital of Culture in 2000, and the city has been one of France's major artistic centers for centuries. Whether you're exploring the scenic waterways of Provence, Avignon's diverse culture, its gastronomy and world-class wine, or the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, you'll be sure to create a memorable travel experience.

Visit The Palais des Papes (Palace of Popes), Pont St-Benezet, Musée du Petit Palais, Place du Palais, Musee Calvet, Basilique St-Pierre, Eglise de St-Agricol, Porte du Rhone, and so much more!

Nice is the capital of the French Riviera, yet far less glamorous and expensive than Cannes. It's also one of the most ancient cities, having been founded by the Greeks, who called it 'Nike' or Victory. Because of its brilliant sunshine and relaxed living, it has attracted famous artists and writers in the past. Being the best trip base on the Riviera, you can choose to explore the region or lounge in its famous cafes. But the most obvious hangout spot here is the beach. The beach in Nice consists of rocks so wear a pair of good sandals.

Explore the Promenade des Anglais, Musee Matisse, Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Cours Saleya, Castle Hill, Old Town, Place Massena, and so much more!