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France

Paris, Loire châteaux and the Mediterranean.

France is the world’s most-visited country: Paris, the Loire valley, the vineyards of Bordeaux and Burgundy, the Alps and the Côte d’Azur.

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Current weather — Paris

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Best time to visit May – September

Time zone GMT +1 / +2 in summer

Currency EUR (€)

Visa Schengen visa

Flight time 12 – 13 hrs direct from Vietnam

AI summary

A typical France trip is 5–7 days in Paris plus the Loire or Provence, extending to 10–12 days with the south. TGV high-speed rail links the regions quickly.

France at a glance

Population 68 million people

Area 551,695 km²

Capital Paris

Currency EUR (€) Euro

Language French

Climate Temperate Mediterranean in the south

Visa Schengen type C apply 3–6 weeks ahead

Driving side Right

Power socket Type C, E 230V – 50Hz

France destination location

6 mapped locations

Eiffel Tower, Paris The symbol of Paris and of France itself.

The Louvre The world’s most-visited museum.

Palace of Versailles The royal palace, with the Hall of Mirrors and Le Nôtre gardens.

Loire Valley Over 300 Renaissance châteaux, a UNESCO landscape.

Nice & the Côte d’Azur The Mediterranean coast: Nice, Cannes, Monaco.

Provence & Avignon Lavender fields, hilltop villages and the Papal Palace.

Best time to visit France

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Weather overview

Average temperature 3°C – 27°C Four distinct seasons

Rainfall 800 mm Annual average

Humidity 65% – 80% Average

Sea temperature 15°C – 25°C Côte d’Azur

Travel styles in France

Culture Museums & heritage Luxury Luxury hotels Honeymoon Honeymoon Culinary Food & wine Family For all ages Shopping Shopping Photography Photography

Signature experiences

City breaks Paris & the Seine

Culture The Louvre & Orsay

Heritage Palace of Versailles

Food Bordeaux wine tasting

Nature Provence lavender

Shopping Galeries Lafayette & outlets

Resorts The Côte d’Azur

Adventure Mont Blanc & Chamonix

Sample itineraries

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5 days Paris in Full Paris – Versailles From USD 1,290/pax 8 days Classic France Paris – Loire – Provence From USD 1,990/pax 12 days France & Western Europe Paris – Switzerland – Italy From USD 2,890/pax

Frequently asked questions

How do Vietnamese travellers get a Schengen visa?

Apply at the French visa application centre with proof of funds, employment, bookings, flights and travel insurance of at least EUR 30,000. Apply three to six weeks ahead; we prepare the full file.

When is the best time to visit?

May–June and September are pleasant and less crowded. July–August is sunny but busy and expensive; June–July is lavender season in Provence.

How do I travel between cities?

TGV high-speed rail is best: Paris–Lyon two hours, Paris–Avignon 2h40, Paris–Nice about six. Book early for the best fares.

Should I pre-book museum tickets?

Definitely. The Louvre, Versailles and the Eiffel Tower all use timed entry, especially in summer. We pre-book them in every itinerary.

Can France be combined with other countries?

Yes. Paris to London is 2h20 by Eurostar, Brussels 1h20, Geneva three hours. A Schengen visa covers free movement across the 29 member states.