10-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Paris traveling south to Honfleur, Bayeux, Saint-Malo, Tours, and Lyon

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 10-day road trip in France! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Paris, Le Petit-Quevilly, Rouen, Honfleur, Saint-Pierre-du-Mont, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Colleville-sur-Mer, Bayeux, Le Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Tours, Chinon, Amboise, Lyon, Villefranche Sur Saone, Romanèche-Thorins, and Avenas.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Paris, 1 night in Honfleur, 1 night in Bayeux, 1 night in Saint-Malo, 2 nights in Tours, and 1 night in Lyon. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in France. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Paris, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in France. Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Paris, Le Petit-Quevilly, Rouen, Honfleur, Saint-Pierre-du-Mont, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Colleville-sur-Mer, Bayeux, Le Mont-Saint-Michel, Saint-Malo, Tours, Chinon, Amboise, Lyon, Villefranche Sur Saone, Romanèche-Thorins, and Avenas, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Throughout your road trip in France, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in France.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

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

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • Notre-Dame de Paris
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach Paris and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Paris, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

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

Find your way to your hotel in Paris. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in France. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

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 Paris, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 10-day road trip in France!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Paris
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Louvre Museum
  • parc des Buttes-Chaumont
  • Montmartre
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You have 1 night left in Paris. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Set aside time today to explore Montmartre, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Paris's best restaurants.

Head back to your accommodation in Paris and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in France.

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Paris
  • Honfleur
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Drive 219 km, 3 hours 25 min

  • Botanical Garden
  • Rouen Cathedral
  • Le Gros-Horloge
  • St Joan of Arc's Church
  • place du Vieux-Marché
  • Le Jardin des Personnalités
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Le Petit-Quevilly, Rouen, and Honfleur. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Honfleur, where will spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Honfleur, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Honfleur's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in France!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Honfleur
  • Bayeux
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Drive 160 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • The Pointe Du Hoc
  • Omaha Beach Memorial
  • Normandy American Cemetery
  • Widerstandsnest 62
  • Arbre de la Liberté
  • Bayeux Cathedral
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 4 destinations, including Saint-Pierre-du-Mont, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Colleville-sur-Mer, and Bayeux. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Bayeux, where you'll spend 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Honfleur.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Bayeux. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

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 Bayeux, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in France!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Bayeux
  • Saint-Malo
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Drive 185 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • Mont Saint-Michel
  • National Fort
  • Saint-Malo Intra-Muros
  • Grand Bé
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Le Mont-Saint-Michel and Saint-Malo. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Saint-Malo, where you'll spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Saint-Malo. Saint-Malo offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Saint-Malo. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in France.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Saint-Malo
  • Tours
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Drive 402 km, 4 hours 41 min

  • Château de Villandry
  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Basilica of St. Martin, Tours
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Tours. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Tours, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Tours, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Tours is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Tours.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Tours
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Drive 190 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Caves CATHELINEAU
  • Château de Chinon
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
  • Château du Clos Lucé
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On day 7 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Tours, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Tours, there’s no need to rush. Experience Tours, Chinon, and Amboise to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Tours. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Tours
  • Lyon
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Drive 492 km, 5 hours 3 min

  • Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
  • Fresque des Lyonnais
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On day 8 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Lyon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Lyon, where you will stay for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Lyon. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Lyon. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Head back to your accommodation in Lyon and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in France.

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Lyon
  • Paris
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Drive 498 km, 5 hours 42 min

  • Villefranche-sur-Saône
  • Musée Départemental du Compagnonnage
  • Aventures Concept, accrobranche
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 9 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Villefranche Sur Saone, Romanèche-Thorins, and Avenas. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Paris, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Paris. Paris offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Paris's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Paris - Departure day
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  • Sainte Chapelle
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Day 10 of your road trip in France is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation. Elevate your style with pieces from high-end retail stores.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in France!

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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.
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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.
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