10-Day France Road Trip from Brest traveling east to Rennes, Caen, Paris, and Blois

photo of panorama harbor and old castle of city Brest, Finistere, Brittany, France.
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Jan. - Dec.
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9 nights included
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10 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 10-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Brest, 1 night in Rennes, 1 night in Caen, 3 nights in Paris, 1 night in Blois, and 1 night in Nantes, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Brest, Rennes, Caen, Paris, Blois, and Nantes. We'll help you experience the best 10 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Brest, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Sacré-Cœur, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Jardin du Luxembourg and learn more about the unique Palace of Versailles to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Brest, Rennes, Caen, Paris, Blois, and Nantes, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in France. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through France.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in France.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything France has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of France. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 9 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 9 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in France extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in France today!

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Hotel, 9 nights
Rental car, 10 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Photo of Church of Saint-Pierre in Caen, Normandy, France.Caen / 1 night
Photo of Vannes, beautiful city in Brittany, boats in the harbor, with typical houses and the cathedral in background, France.Morbihan
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 1 night
Photo of traditional half-timbered houses in the old town of Rennes, Brittany, France.Rennes / 1 night
Brest - city in FranceBrest / 2 nights
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Auzouer-en-Touraine

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Versailles palace outside Paris at sunset, France.Palace of Versailles
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a bright afternoon in Spring, France.Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
photo of Temple of Love in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris Park in autumn in France.Bois de Vincennes
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
OceanopolisOceanopolis
War menorial building exterior in Caen, FranceMémorial de Caen
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Lighthouse on the lake in hamlet Queen Marie Antoinette's estate near Versailles Palace.Marie-Antoinette's Estate
Caen Castle, Le Château, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, Metropolitan France, FranceCaen Castle
Remparts de Vannes, Centre - Le Port, Vannes, Morbihan, Brittany, Metropolitan France, FranceRemparts de Vannes
Parc zoologique de Champrepus
Fonds Hélène & Édouard Leclerc
Pont de RecouvrancePont de Recouvrance
Téléphérique De Brest
Chapel of Saint-Hubert
Main entrance to the museumVieux-la-Romaine Museum
US Naval Monument at Brest

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Day 1 – Brest - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Brest - arrival day

  • Brest - Arrival day
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  • Téléphérique De Brest
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Brest. You’ll stay in Brest for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Brest has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Téléphérique De Brest. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 935 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest, Le Coup de Fourchette. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brest is BEAJ KAFE. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Locals recommend La Maison de l'Océan as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,864 customers.

Brest also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Brest is Le Tour du Monde. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,693 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Brest is Les Quatre Vents. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,109 customers.

Locals also enjoy Cocorico. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 807 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Rennes

Day 2

Day 2 – Rennes

  • Brest
  • Rennes
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Drive 248 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • US Naval Monument at Brest
  • Oceanopolis
  • Fonds Hélène & Édouard Leclerc
  • More

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Brest and embark on a scenic drive to Rennes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Brest and Landerneau before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Brest. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful US Naval Monument at Brest. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 416 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Oceanopolis. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 16,827 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Brest and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Landerneau has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Fonds Hélène & Édouard Leclerc. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,533 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Landerneau, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Rennes. When you arrive in Rennes you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like La Saint-Georges. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,621 customers.

Locals also recommend La Fontaine aux Perles, another of the best restaurants in Rennes. La Fontaine aux Perles is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 709 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Café Joyeux Rennes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 583 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Fox and Friends Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Rennes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Connell's Irish Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. O'Connell's Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.

Penny Lane is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 3 – Caen

Day 3

Day 3 – Caen

  • Caen
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Drive 225 km, 2 hours 51 min

  • Parc zoologique de Champrepus
  • Vieux-la-Romaine Museum
  • Mémorial de Caen
  • Caen Castle
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Rennes and embark on a scenic drive to Caen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rennes and Champrepus before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Rennes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Vieux-la-Romaine Museum. This attraction is an archaeological museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 418 visitors. Over 19,270 people visit Vieux-la-Romaine Museum annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Mémorial de Caen. This attraction, a beloved peace museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,288 visitors. Mémorial de Caen welcomes around 349,455 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rennes is the stunning Caen Castle. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Caen and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Champrepus has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Vieux-la-Romaine Museum. This attraction is an archaeological museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 418 visitors. Around 19,270 people visit Vieux-la-Romaine Museum every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Champrepus, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Caen. When you arrive in Caen you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Sans Gêne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,075 customers.

Locals also recommend Stéphane Carbone Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Caen. Stéphane Carbone Restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Villa Eugène to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Caen, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Vertigo is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 – Paris

Day 4

Day 4 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 236 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Paris. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Paris’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Paris, start your day with a visit to the amazing place de la Concorde. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Tuileries Garden. This garden and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 92,172 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin du Luxembourg to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin du Luxembourg is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

The lovely Panthéon is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 43,649 visitors have left this mausoleum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Notre-Dame de Paris. This attraction is a catholic cathedral rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 45,788 reviews. Around 12,000,000 people come to see this attraction every year.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Paris has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Paris. Paris offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Restaurant Guy Savoy. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,143 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot Du Perigord is another top restaurant in Paris we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Kitchen Galerie Bis is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Paris, the fantastic La Coupole. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Train Bleu. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Le Fumoir. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 5 – Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 9 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Champ de Mars
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On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jardin des plantes. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum attracts about 2,825,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Musée d'Orsay. Attracting 3,651,616 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée d'Orsay is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Each year, approximately 6,207,303 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Champ de Mars. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Angelina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy To Restaurant Paris, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Le Mesturet. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through France!

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Day 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 38 km, 1 hour 49 min

  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Palais Garnier
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • Bois de Vincennes
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Arc de Triomphe. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,743,823 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors.

Palais Garnier is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Sacré-Cœur. Attracting 11,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Sacré-Cœur is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding La Villette. This commune of france and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic bois de Vincennes. This urban park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 35,777 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 customers.

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Harry's New York Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dirty Dick. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Bisou. Is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through France!

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Day 7 – Versailles and Blois

Day 7

Day 7 – Versailles and Blois

  • Blois
  • Villepreux
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Drive 207 km, 3 hours 14 min

  • Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
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Day 7 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Versailles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Blois. You will stay in Blois for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Versailles is the amazing Palace of Versailles. As such, over 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles yearly. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible french formal garden, Gardens of Versailles. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Approximately 4,741,758 travelers come to Versailles every year to see the stunning Palace of Versailles with their own eyes.

You can make the most of your new day in Versailles by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Blois, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

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Day 8 – Amboise and Nantes

Day 8

Day 8 – Amboise and Nantes

  • Nantes
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 287 km, 3 hours 24 min

  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
  • Château d'Amboise
  • More

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Blois and embark on a scenic drive to Nantes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Blois before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Blois. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château du Clos Lucé. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,292 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Chapel of Saint-Hubert. This attraction, a beloved church, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 444 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Blois is the stunning Château d'Amboise. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles, another of the best restaurants in Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Cantine Du Curé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nantes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Délirium Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Délirium Café has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

The Coffee House is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 9 – Brest

Day 9

Day 9 – Brest

  • Nantes
  • Brest
  • Morbihan
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Drive 299 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Remparts de Vannes
  • More

Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the city of Nantes and the city of Vannes. You’ll stay in Brest for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nantes today is Château des ducs de Bretagne. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. Each year, Château des ducs de Bretagne attracts over 167,867 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Machines of the Isle of Nantes, an outstanding art project, in the city of Nantes. Around 33,332 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Remparts de Vannes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Vannes. This popular attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,952 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Brest.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest, Le Crabe Marteau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,406 customers.

Locals recommend Le RemorKeur as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brest. Le RemorKeur is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Brest is Big Fernand. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Brest, The Dubliners. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 813 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Les Tontons Zingueurs. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 721 customers.

The Cottage is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Brest. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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Day 10 – Brest - departure day

Day 10

Day 10 – Brest - departure day

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Day 10 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Brest before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Pont de Recouvrance is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Brest. This vertical-lift bridge and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 992 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Brest and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Brest at MO CAFE Brest - Monument Café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,186 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes for your last chance at a meal in the city of Brest. The Restaurant Les Ptites Recettes restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 891 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Thai Phuket. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,062 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Brest. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!

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