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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Provence & the Cote d'Azur.Discover Provence & the Cote d'Azur's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from relaxing into yachting life in the Golfe de St-Tropez; to sinking into cafe culture at one of the many outdoor terraces in Aix-en-Provence; and eating your way through Saigon, a laid-back village with a generous share of top restaurants.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Provence & the Cote d'Azur effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of ProvenceGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Îles de Lérins, to Route Napoléon, and Gorges du VerdonEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Provence & the Cote d'Azur culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Côte d'Azur & Monaco, The Var, Bouches-du-Rhône, The Vaucluse & Luberon, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Provence & the Cote d'Azur.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to France.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from people-watching in one of Bordeaux's atmospheric cafe-filled squares to cycling through one of the world's most famous vineyards in La Voie des Vignes, and paragliding over Lake Annecy.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's France Travel Guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate France and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from exploring the iconic Eiffel Tower to visiting troglodytes in the Loire, and riding the Aiguille du Midi cable carSpecial features on wine tasting explained, hiking and skiing guide, Paris walking toursExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with French culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of ParisCovers Paris, Lille, Flanders & the Somme, Normandy, Brittany, Champagne, Alsace, Lorraine, The Loire, Burgundy, Lyon, the Rhône Valley & the Auvergne, French Alps & Jura, Bordeaux to Biarritz, Dordogne & Lot, Languedoc-Roussillon, Toulouse & the Pyrenees, Provence, Côte d’Azur & Monaco, Corsica Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's France.

This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Provence & the Côte d'Azur travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic region with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip.Discover amazing local experiences from dining at sunset on a roof garden in the hilltop village of Saigon; to swooning over stars with an astronomy guide in Joucas, Mur or Buoux; and running past Roman temples and towers in fancy dress on the Nimes Urban Trail.Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience Provence & the Côte d'Azur travel guide:Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventureEasy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interestsInsider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy viewsVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of ProvenceConnect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from taking a trip to the coolest street in town to unpack its epic gentrification, to learning why winter was once high season on the Côte d'Azur Practical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to packQR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secretsCovers: Nice, Côte d'Azur, Monaco, St-Tropez & the Var, Marseille, Cassis, Aix to Arles, The Camargue, Avignon & Around, The Luberon, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Provence & the Côte d'Azur.

Lonely Planet's Pocket Paris is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Wonder at the city's museums and architecture, stroll through the Pere Lachaise and dine on rich French cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Paris and make the most of your trip!Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Paris:Full-colour maps and travel photography throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor a trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missConvenient pull-out Paris map (included in print version), plus over 8 colour neighbourhood mapsUser-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your timeCovers Eiffel Tower and Les Invalides, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs-Elysees, Louvre, Tuileries and Opera, Sacre-Coeur and Montmartre, Centre Pompidou and Le Marais, Notre Dame and the Islands, The Latin Quarter, Musee d'Orsay and St Germain des Pres and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Pocket Paris, an easy-to-use guide filled with top experiences - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - that literally fits in your pocket. Make the most of a quick trip to Paris with trusted travel advice to get you straight to the heart of the city. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all of Paris's neighbourhoods? Check out Lonely Planet's Paris city guide and Experience Paris guide.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's France guide for a comprehensive look at all that the country has to offer.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Lonely Planet's Experience France travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip.Discover amazing local experiences from rocking out at a concert in Lyon's ancient Roman amphitheatre, to snorkelling through crystal-clear waters off the Côte d’Azur, and indulging in the Michelin-starred gastronomic temples of Paris.Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience France travel guide:Our Experience guidebook format reveals exciting new ways to explore epic destinations and plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventureLocal experts share their love for the real France, offering fresh perspectives into the country's traditions, values, and modern trendsTrip planning tools help you create your own regional and activity-based itineraries so you can navigate France and connect experiences together with easeIn the know tips help you discover even more local experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarksFun insights will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - understand Paris' unique culinary heritage of bistros and brasseries, learn about the women steering local winemaking, explore Lyon's street-art sceneInsider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene, and photo-worthy viewsHandy seasonal planning calendar guides you on where to go, when to travel, and what to packQR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how, and travel secrets Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travelInspiring full-colour photography and maps including a pull out planning map of FranceCovers Paris, The Loire Valley, Normandy, Lyon, Provence, Côte d’Azur, Bordeaux, French Alps Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience France.

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks France and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Make your way up to the flanks of Puy de Dôme, a sleeping volcano with a breathtaking view; wander the wild rocky coastline of La Côte de Granit Rose; and spot pink flamingos in the marshes of the Camargue.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks France:Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventureEach walk features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and walking tipsRegional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best walks to complete'Also try' recommendations introduce additional walks nearby 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: view, family, bucket list, wildlife, and pretty village walk experiencesLocal travel experts share their favourite walksEssential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, walking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and moreCovers: Brittany & Normandy, Lille & The Somme, French Alps & Jura, Central France, Provence & the Côte D'Azur, Languedoc-Roussillon, The Pyrenees, Corsica Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks France and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Provence & the Côte d'Azur.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from sipping delicious red wines at Châteauneuf-du-Pape to searching for dolphins on a 16th-century sailing boat in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, to wandering the World Heritage listed streets of Nice.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Provence & the Côte d'Azur travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Provence & the Côte d'Azur and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Frank Gehry’s striking LUMA Arles; Prevence’s iconic lavender fields; and Palais Princier de MonacoSpecial features on spending a weekend in St-Tropez, inhaling the Grasse perfumes, discovering little-known ski resortsExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Provence & Côte d'Azur culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and mapsCovers Côte d'Azur & Monaco, The Var, Bouches-du-Rhône, The Vaucluse & Luberon, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Provence & the Côte d'Azur.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides France Travel Guide:Colour maps (including elevation charts) and images throughoutSpecial features - on France's highlights for cyclist, kid-friendly rides, accessible trails and what to takeOur Picks… section helps you plan your trip and select rides that appeal to your interestsRegion profiles cover when to go, where to stay, what's on, cultural insights, and local food and drink recommendations to refuel and refresh. Featured regions include: The Pyrenees; the French Alps and the Jura Mountains; Provence; Central France; Corsica; Lille, Flanders and the Somme; Brittany and Normandy; Languedoc-RoussillonEssential info at your fingertips - ride itineraries accompanied by illustrative maps are combined with details about ride duration, distance, terrain, start/end locations (including bike rental options) and difficulty (classified as easy, easy-moderate, moderate, moderate-hard, or hard)Over 50 mapsThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides France, our most comprehensive guide to riding in France, is perfect for those planning to explore France on two wheels.Looking for more information on France? Check out Lonely Planet's France guide for a comprehensive look at what the country has to offer.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)