12-Day France Road Trip from Caen traveling east to Paris, Blois, Bordeaux, and Nantes

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Caen. You’ll stay in Caen for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Caen has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Caen Botanical Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,184 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. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen, Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Beef & Cow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

Locals recommend Les Fils à Maman Caen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Caen also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Caen is L'Hydropathe. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Caen is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Locals also enjoy Vertigo. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in France!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Caen, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Caen.

Today you'll explore the city of Caen. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Mémorial de Caen. As one of the top sights in the area, around 349,455 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a peace museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,288 visitors.

Musée de Normandie is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Caen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 375 visitors. Musée de Normandie attracts about 116,132 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Caen is Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen. Attracting 51,139 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée des Beaux-Arts de Caen is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 616 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Caen Castle. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 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 Caen.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen, like Le Bistronome. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,669 customers.

Pizzeria Novità is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Caen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Locals enjoy L'Hydropathe, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Caen. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Caen, Delirium Café. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Les Déserteurs. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 434 customers.

The brew bar is another of the best bars in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 365 customers.

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

Day 3 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 Caen and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Paris. You will stay in Paris for 4 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caen is the amazing Marie-Antoinette's Estate. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,865 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible maison de plaisance, Grand Trianon. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,511 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Caen is the outstanding Palace of Versailles. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors.

The spectacular Gardens of Versailles is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating french formal garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,133 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Madame Élisabeth's Estate. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,061 visitors.

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

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

Locals also 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 Le Calbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks 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.

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

On day 4 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 Caen. 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 Caen. 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 Caen is Tuileries Garden. This amazing attraction is a garden and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,651,616 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Caen.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Louvre Museum. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 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 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!

On day 5 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 Caen. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Arc de Triomphe. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,743,823 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Caen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Caen is Palais Garnier. This amazing attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 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 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!

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 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Caen. 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.

Jardin du Luxembourg is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Caen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Caen is Panthéon. This amazing attraction is a mausoleum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Each year, approximately 12,000,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Caen.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Sainte Chapelle. This chapel is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,376 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 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Caen. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Blois. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caen’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caen, start your day with a visit to the amazing Sleeping Beauty Castle. This much-appreciated château and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,147 visitors.

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

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 160 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the city of Caen and the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Caen 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.

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 could then travel to Château du Clos Lucé for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors.

This outstanding château has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, suzzi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals recommend Symbiose as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. Symbiose is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bordeaux, The Connemara. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Molly Malone's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Bordeaux.

Today you'll explore the city of Caen. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bordeaux Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,591 visitors.

Place de la Bourse is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Caen. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Caen is miroir d'eau. This amazing attraction is a reflecting pool and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding jardin public. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 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 Bordeaux.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, like Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

The Connemara is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant Melodie, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Le Bar à Vin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Houses Of Parliament. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Sherlock Holmes Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

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

Day 10 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 Caen and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nantes. You will stay in Nantes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Caen is the amazing Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This attraction is an art project that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Botanical Garden. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Caen is the outstanding Château des ducs de Bretagne. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors.

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

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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Caen is the amazing parc du Thabor. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Caen 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 Le Mont-Saint-Michel for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a commune of france and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 87,688 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding St. Peter Church. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 989 visitors, this church deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Mian Mian, one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Locals also recommend Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Ju'ste Chez Moi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

After dinner, visit Kokomo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Vous êtes ici. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

Alternatively, La Garsouille is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 176 customers.

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

Day 12 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Caen 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Caen at Monsieur Louis before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 592 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend A Contre Sens for your last chance at a meal in the city of Caen. The A Contre Sens restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 449 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Greedy Guts. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

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