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Relaxed 10-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Carcassonne to Avignon and Aix-en-Provence

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Discover stunning scenery and hidden gems on this 10-day relaxed road trip in France! Carcassonne, Toulouse, Avignon, Nimes, Lourmarin, Roussillon, Apt, Aix-en-Provence, Cassis, and Montpellier await with vibrant culture and lasting memories as you unwind on this self-drive vacation.

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in France, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 4 nights in Carcassonne, 3 nights in Avignon, and 2 nights in Aix-en-Provence, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in France.

Your journey starts in Carcassonne, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 10-day relaxed road trip in France to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in France already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Cité De Carcassonne and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Palais Des Papes.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this France road trip itinerary for 10 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in France.

If you want to make your 10-day relaxed self-drive tour in France even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in France includes 9 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 10 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 10-day relaxed self-drive road trip in France today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Carcassonne - Arrival day
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Carcassonne Castle Panorama View Point
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Your relaxed road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible town of Carcassonne, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Carcassonne and begin your adventure in France.

Carcassonne is a beautiful town with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the town center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Carcassonne. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Carcassonne, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in France.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in France. Enjoy your first taste of Carcassonne as you soak in the town’s unique vibe.

Day 2

Carcassonne
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Drive 6 km, 28 min

Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
Musée de l'Ecole
Cité de Carcassonne
Château comtal de Carcassonne
Église Saint-Vincent de Carcassonne
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France makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, France also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of France. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Carcassonne, explore the town like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Carcassonne and unwind at the coolest bars in the town.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in France!

Day 3

Carcassonne
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Drive 188 km, 3 hours 2 min

Muséum de Toulouse
Musée des Augustins
Pont-Neuf
Couvent des Jacobins
Place Saint-Pierre
Basilica of St. Sernin
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On day 3 of your relaxed road trip in France, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Carcassonne and visit amazing attractions in Toulouse, just outside the town. You still have 1 night left in Carcassonne, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Carcassonne and your accommodation.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Carcassonne.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your leisurely paced road trip in France!

Day 4

Carcassonne
Avignon
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Drive 240 km, 2 hours 54 min

Remparts d'Avignon
Jardin des doms
Palais des Papes
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Day 4 of your easy, relaxed road trip through France lets you travel at your own pace and visit multiple places in a single day. By evening, drive toward the Avignon, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 3 nights.

You'll be staying in Avignon on this laid-back road trip through France. You'll stay here for 3 nights.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Avignon, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Avignon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your slow-paced adventure in France.

Look back at an amazing day filled with adventure in France. And don’t forget to get some rest so you can continue your relaxed holiday in France tomorrow with new energy.

Day 5

Avignon
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Drive 118 km, 2 hours 23 min

Pont du Gard
Musée des beaux-arts de Nîmes
Museum Romanité
Clock Tower
Jardin de La Fontaine
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On day 5 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Avignon, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Avignon will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Avignon.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Avignon!

Day 6

Avignon
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 54 min

Château de Lourmarin
Le Sentier des Ocres
Sénanque Abbey
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Your relaxed road trip in France continues on day 6 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know France better by exploring the top attractions of Avignon and beyond. With 1 night left in Avignon, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Avignon and your accommodation.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Avignon has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Avignon. The bars in Avignon make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Toast to another amazing day in France!

Day 7

Avignon
Aix-en-Provence
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Drive 89 km, 1 hour 33 min

Fontaine de la Rotonde
Hôtel de Caumont
Musée Granet
place d'Albertas
Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence
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On day 7 of your laid-back road trip adventure in France, you can visit several remarkable places. With the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive tour, you decide how much time to spend in each, making the most of these memorable destinations.

In Aix-en-Provence, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in France.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Aix-en-Provence has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Aix-en-Provence. The bars in Aix-en-Provence make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across France.

Day 8

Aix-en-Provence
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Drive 115 km, 2 hours 13 min

Calanque de Port-Miou
Route des crêtes
Falaises de Cassis
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On day 8 of your relaxed road trip in France, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Aix-en-Provence and visit amazing attractions in Cassis and Marseille, just outside the city. You still have 1 night left in Aix-en-Provence, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Aix-en-Provence.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

After dinner, you can choose between heading back to your hotel to recharge, taking a leisurely stroll, or going out to a bar for a relaxed drink in great company.

Raise your glass and toast to another unforgettable, laid-back road trip adventure in France!

Day 9

Aix-en-Provence
Carcassonne
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Drive 308 km, 4 hours 7 min

Comedy Square
esplanade Charles de Gaulle
Musée Fabre
Montpellier Cathedral
Arc de Triomphe
promenade of Peyrou
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Day 9 of your relaxed road trip in France will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in France, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Carcassonne. Staying in the town gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in France.

Exploring the food culture in Carcassonne offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the town.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Carcassonne. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in France!

Day 10

Carcassonne - Departure day
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Carcassonne
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Day 10 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 10 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 10-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

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