11-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bordeaux to Sarlat La Caneda, Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Montpellier

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Explore the best of France on a remarkable 11-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Bordeaux, Montignac-Lascaux, Sarlat La Caneda, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Beynac-et-Cazenac, Toulouse, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Aigues-Mortes, and Arcachon.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Bordeaux, 2 nights in Sarlat La Caneda, 2 nights in Toulouse, 1 night in Carcassonne, and 2 nights in Montpellier. 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 Bordeaux, 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. Cité De Carcassonne and Dune Of Pilat are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bordeaux, Montignac-Lascaux, Sarlat La Caneda, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Beynac-et-Cazenac, Toulouse, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Aigues-Mortes, and Arcachon, 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

  • Bordeaux - Arrival day
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Welcome to Bordeaux, the perfect starting point for your road trip in France! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Bordeaux before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Bordeaux 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 11-day road trip in France!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 3 km, 45 min

  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • Musée d'Aquitaine tram stop
  • The big bell of Bordeaux
  • place de la Bourse
  • miroir d'eau
  • Rue Sainte-Catherine
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You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night.

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.

For an unforgettable shopping experience, visit Promenade Sainte-Catherine, the top shopping destination in Bordeaux. Browse local shops and stores, each offering delightful surprises. Find unique souvenirs or items to take home. After shopping, explore what Promenade Sainte-Catherine has to offer, including restaurants, attractions, essential services, and vibrant community activities.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bordeaux
  • Sarlat-la-Canéda
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Drive 210 km, 2 hours 51 min

  • Lascaux International Center of Parietal Art
  • Lascaux 2
  • Manor Gisson
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On day 3 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Montignac-Lascaux and Sarlat La Caneda are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Sarlat La Caneda, where you will stay for 2 nights.

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

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

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in France!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Sarlat-la-Canéda
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Drive 49 km, 1 hour 30 min

  • Castelnaud-la-Chapelle Castle
  • The Marqueyssac gardens
  • Les Mystérieux graffiti
  • Grotte de Domme
  • Panorama
  • Château de Beynac
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On day 4 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Sarlat La Caneda, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Sarlat La Caneda, there’s no need to rush. Experience Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, and Beynac-et-Cazenac to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

Sarlat La Caneda 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 Sarlat La Caneda.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in France.

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Sarlat-la-Canéda
  • Toulouse
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Drive 203 km, 2 hours 51 min

  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Muséum de Toulouse
  • jardin Royal
  • Grand Rond
  • Saint Stephen's Cathredal
  • Square Charles de Gaulle
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Dive into day 5 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Toulouse. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Toulouse, where you'll spend 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Toulouse, 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 Toulouse's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in France.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Toulouse
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Drive 3 km, 50 min

  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Couvent des Jacobins
  • Place Saint-Pierre
  • pont Saint-Pierre de Toulouse
  • Pont-Neuf
  • Musée des Augustins
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Day 6 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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.

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

Say good night to Toulouse and look forward to another great day of your road trip in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Toulouse
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 98 km, 1 hour 52 min

  • Saint Michael of Carcassonne
  • Porte Narbonnaise
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
  • Église Saint-Vincent de Carcassonne
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 7 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Carcassonne. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Carcassonne, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Carcassonne. 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 Carcassonne, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Say good night to Carcassonne and look forward to another great day of your road trip in France!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Carcassonne
  • Montpellier
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Drive 154 km, 2 hours 14 min

  • Arc de Triomphe
  • promenade of Peyrou
  • Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
  • Musée Fabre
  • esplanade Charles de Gaulle
  • Comedy Square
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Montpellier. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Montpellier, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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

Montpellier 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 Montpellier.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Montpellier
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Drive 69 km, 1 hour 24 min

  • Aigues mortes
  • Notre-Dame des Sablons Church
  • Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes
  • Gardette Gate
  • Constancy Tower
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On day 9 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Aigues-Mortes. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Montpellier, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in France!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Montpellier
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 617 km, 6 hours 36 min

  • Parc Mauresque
  • Observatoire Sainte-Cécile
  • Dune of Pilat
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Your itinerary for day 10 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Arcachon. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bordeaux, 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 Montpellier.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • 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. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

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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