11-Day France Road Trip from Bordeaux to Carcassonne, Limoges, Blois, and Paris

Photo of Loire river in Blois in France by Zotx
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11 days & 10 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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10 nights included
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11 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 11-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 Bordeaux, 1 night in Carcassonne, 1 night in Limoges, 1 night in Blois, 4 nights in Paris, 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 Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Gourdon, Limoges, Loches, Blois, Suèvres, Chelles, Paris, Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes.

We'll help you experience the best 11 days in France you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Bordeaux, 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 your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of B&B Hôtel BORDEAUX Centre Gare Saint-Jean, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Mercure Bordeaux Chateau Chartrons Hotel. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star B&B Hôtel BORDEAUX Centre Gare Saint-Jean. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

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 Jardin du Luxembourg, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Gourdon, Limoges, Loches, Blois, Suèvres, Chelles, Paris, Villepreux, Angers, 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.

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 10 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 10 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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, 10 nights
Rental car, 11 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 1 night
Angers - city in FranceAngers
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne / 1 night
Limoges - city in FranceLimoges / 1 night
Gourdon - city in FranceGourdon
Suèvres
Photo of the Chelles canal lock, France.Chelles
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux

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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 scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
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 famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
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 the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau, built in the XVIth century, is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley, Chenonceaux, France.Château de Chenonceau
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
photo of the magnificent Padirac Cave in Padirac, France.Padirac Cave
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
photo of Chateau Royal de Blois, facade of the Louis XII wing, France. This old castle is landmark of Loire Valley and located in Blois city. French palace of Renaissance in summer.Château Royal de Blois
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Cité du VinCité du Vin
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Proche cité
Parc Bordelais, R-105270, R-1667452, R-2202162, R-3792880, R-7405Parc bordelais
Le Lieu uniqueLe Lieu unique
Jacques-Gabriel Bridge

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Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 11

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Day 1 – Bordeaux - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Bordeaux - arrival day

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

Bordeaux has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible jardin public. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 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.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Mercure Bordeaux Chateau Chartrons Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,451 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Bordeaux is B&B Hôtel BORDEAUX Centre Gare Saint-Jean. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,510 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Bordeaux, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, suzzi. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Symbiose. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Locals recommend L'Oiseau Bleu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Bordeaux also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux is Molly Malone's. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Bordeaux and Carcassonne

Day 2

Day 2 – Bordeaux and Carcassonne

  • Bordeaux
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 351 km, 4 hours 5 min

  • Parc bordelais
  • Cité du Vin
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
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Day 2 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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Carcassonne. You will stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing parc bordelais. This attraction is an urban park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, place de la Bourse. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding miroir d'eau. This popular reflecting pool and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bordeaux 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 Carcassonne, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

If staying at a top-rated 4-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Hotel Restaurant Le Parc Franck Putelat is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 328 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star L' Octroi. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 535 guests.

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

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Day 3 – Carcassonne, Gourdon, and Limoges

Day 3

Day 3 – Carcassonne, Gourdon, and Limoges

  • Limoges
  • Carcassonne
  • Gourdon
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Drive 413 km, 4 hours 47 min

  • Château Comtal
  • Proche cité
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Padirac Cave
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Day 3 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bordeaux and the city of Gourdon. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bordeaux is the amazing Château Comtal. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible proche cité. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,102 visitors.

Cité de Carcassonne is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Bordeaux. This well-known attraction, a spectacular fortress, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 76,968 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bordeaux is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Padirac Cave in the city of Gourdon for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a pit cave and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,172 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Limoges is the 3-star hotel Atrium. This hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 860 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Best Western Plus Richelieu is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Limoges. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 528 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Campanile Limoges Nord. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 228 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Irlandais, one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,536 customers.

Locals also recommend O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges as one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges is L'Atelier - Limoges. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Loches and Blois

Day 4

Day 4 – Loches and Blois

  • Blois
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Drive 260 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Limoges and embark on a scenic drive to Blois, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Limoges and Loches 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 Limoges. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,815 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Park Zoo Reynou. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,827 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Limoges is the stunning Limoges Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,596 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château d'Amboise. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 reviews.

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

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Blois is the 4-star Mercure Blois Centre. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,573 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 5 – Suèvres, Chelles, and Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Suèvres, Chelles, and Paris

  • Blois
  • Paris
  • Suèvres
  • Chelles
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Jacques-Gabriel Bridge
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bordeaux and the city of Chelles. You’ll stay in Paris for 4 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bordeaux today is Château de Blois. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Jacques-Gabriel Bridge, an outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination, in the city of Bordeaux. Around 820 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is Château de Cheverny. This amazing attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Château de Chambord. This château and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Paris is the 4-star hotel Okko Hotels Paris Porte de Versailles. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 819 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star apartment. The Toureifelchampselysee is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Paris. This apartment is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 97 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Hotel Ariane Montparnasse. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars by 419 guests.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Paris, Le Calbar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 37 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
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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 3 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 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.

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 Le Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 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, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 13 km, 49 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Louvre Museum
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
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On day 7 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 Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Palais Garnier. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 visitors.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux is place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Musée d'Orsay. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay hosts around 3,651,616 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Les Fous de l'Île is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Highlander. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Velvet Bar Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V 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 981 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 7 km, 33 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • More

On day 8 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 Bordeaux. 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.

Panthéon is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is Jardin du Luxembourg. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sainte Chapelle. This chapel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 visitors. Notre-Dame de Paris hosts around 12,000,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 Restaurant Île de la Réunion. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Restaurant Vingt Spts, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Les Fous de l'Île. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Requin Chagrin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

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

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Day 9 – Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes

Day 9

Day 9 – Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes

  • Angers
  • Nantes
  • Villepreux
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Drive 411 km, 4 hours 31 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Château d'Angers
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Day 9 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bordeaux and the city of Angers. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bordeaux is the amazing Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Gardens of Versailles. This french formal garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Bordeaux is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Château d'Angers in the city of Angers for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Nantes is the 4-star hotel Hotel Pommeraye. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 808 guests.

You can also stay at one of the best 4-star hotel. The hotel Okko Hotel Nantes Chteau is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Nantes. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,187 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Campanile Nantes Centre - Saint Jacques. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 5,852 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Gigg's Irish Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Labo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

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Day 10 – Nantes and Bordeaux

Day 10

Day 10 – Nantes and Bordeaux

  • Nantes
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 353 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Botanical Garden
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Le Lieu unique
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 10 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bordeaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bordeaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bordeaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing Botanical Garden. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château des ducs de Bretagne. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,724 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Château des ducs de Bretagne welcomes 167,867 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Machines of the Isle of Nantes to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Machines of the Isle of Nantes is an art project that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

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

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Bordeaux, like Mercure Bordeaux Chateau Chartrons Hotel. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,451 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at B&B Hôtel BORDEAUX Centre Gare Saint-Jean. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars in 2,510 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Chai Les Copains. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 501 reviews.

The remarkable The Connemara is another top restaurant in Bordeaux we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant Melodie is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bordeaux, the fantastic Le Bar à Vin. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Houses Of Parliament. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Sherlock Holmes Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 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 11 – Bordeaux - departure day

Day 11

Day 11 – Bordeaux - departure day

  • Bordeaux - Departure day
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  • Monument aux Girondins
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Day 11 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Bordeaux 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.

Monument aux Girondins is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Bordeaux. This column and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Bordeaux at Molly Malone's before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Confidentiel for your last chance at a meal in the city of Bordeaux. The Le Confidentiel restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le K Baroque. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

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

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