11-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Perpignan traveling west to Toulouse, Limoges, Blois, Paris, Le Mans, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, and Tarbes

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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 Perpignan, Toulouse, Padirac, Limoges, Amboise, Blois, Versailles, Paris, Le Mans, Angers, La Rochelle, Rochefort, Le Château-d'Oléron, Bordeaux, Tarbes, and Carcassonne.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 2 nights in Perpignan, 1 night in Toulouse, 1 night in Limoges, 1 night in Blois, 1 night in Paris, 1 night in Le Mans, 1 night in La Rochelle, 1 night in Bordeaux, and 1 night in Tarbes. 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 Perpignan, 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 Perpignan, Toulouse, Padirac, Limoges, Amboise, Blois, Versailles, Paris, Le Mans, Angers, La Rochelle, Rochefort, Le Château-d'Oléron, Bordeaux, Tarbes, and Carcassonne, 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

  • Perpignan - Arrival day
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  • Place de Catalogne
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach Perpignan and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 1 night and explore what to see in Perpignan, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Perpignan 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 Perpignan. 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 Perpignan, 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

  • Perpignan
  • Toulouse
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Drive 206 km, 2 hours 16 min

  • Campo Santo
  • Perpignan Cathedral
  • Le Castillet
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Dive into day 2 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Perpignan. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Toulouse, where you'll spend 1 night.

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.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Toulouse
  • Limoges
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Drive 317 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Square Charles de Gaulle
  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Padirac Cave
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On day 3 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Toulouse and Padirac. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Limoges, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Limoges
  • Blois
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Drive 259 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Amboise. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Blois, 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 Blois. Blois offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Blois 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 Blois.

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Blois
  • Paris
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Drive 218 km, 3 hours 43 min

  • Château de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Opéra royal de Versailles
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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 Blois and Versailles. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Paris, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Paris
  • Sarthe
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Drive 221 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Domaine National du Palais-Royal
  • Louvre Museum
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Champ de Mars
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On day 6 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Paris are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Le Mans, where you will stay for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Le Mans. 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 Le Mans. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Sarthe
  • La Rochelle
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Drive 290 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Angers Cathedral
  • Arboretum Gaston Allard
  • Château d'Angers
  • Jardin des Plantes d'Angers
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Dive into day 7 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Angers. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in La Rochelle, 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 La Rochelle. La Rochelle offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go 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 La Rochelle, 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 8

Day 8

  • La Rochelle
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 35 min

  • Association Hermione La Fayette
  • National Museum of the Marine Rochefort
  • Citadelle du Château-d'Oléron
  • Place Colbert
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Rochefort and Le Château-d'Oléron. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Bordeaux, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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.

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

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in France!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Bordeaux
  • Tarbes
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Drive 253 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • jardin public
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • place du Parlement
  • miroir d'eau
  • place de la Bourse
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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 1 place, which are Bordeaux. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Tarbes, where will spend 1 night.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Tarbes
  • Perpignan
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Drive 354 km, 3 hours 43 min

  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
  • Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
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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 Carcassonne. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Perpignan, 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 Perpignan. Perpignan offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Perpignan 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 Perpignan.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Perpignan - Departure day
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  • Escala monumental
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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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