12-Day France Road Trip from Grenoble traveling north to Beaune, Paris, Blois, and Clermont-Ferrand

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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-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 3 nights in Grenoble, 1 night in Beaune, 3 nights in Paris, 2 nights in Blois, 1 night in Clermont-Ferrand, and 1 night in Lyon, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Grenoble, Beaune, Paris, Blois, Clermont-Ferrand, and Lyon. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Grenoble, 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 an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

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 Sacré-Cœur, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Jardin du Luxembourg and learn more about the unique Palace of Versailles to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Grenoble, Beaune, Paris, Blois, Clermont-Ferrand, and Lyon, 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. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

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 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 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. 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, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Photo of morning cityscape view with mountains, river and bridge in Grenoble city on the south-east of France.Grenoble / 3 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 1 night
Photo of panoramic view of the city of Clermont-Ferrand with its cathedral, France.Clermont-Ferrand / 1 night
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 2 nights
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
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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 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 the greenhouse of the Parc de la Tete d'Or, Lyon, France.Parc de la Tête d'Or
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
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Aerial view of The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Lyon city.The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica in Lyon.Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
photo of Place des Vosges at morning in the Marais district of Paris, France.Place des Vosges
photo of the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
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
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FranceHôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
Panoramic Domes
photo of the Jaude square during the morning light in Clermont-Ferrand city in central France.Place de Jaude
Fort de La BastilleBastille
photo of shrubs trimmed in the form of cones and roses in Lecoq City Park (Jardin Lecoq) in Clermont-Ferrand, France.Jardin Lecoq
Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille, Vizille, Grenoble, Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceMuseum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille
Bourges Cathedral, Bourges, Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceBourges Cathedral
photo of morning view on the Victory square with monument and Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral in Clermont-Ferrand city in France.Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
Parc Paul MistralParc Paul Mistral
Porte des Enfants du Rhône
La Moutarderie Fallot
musée de Grenoble (France)Museum of Grenoble
Maison de la Magie Robert-HoudinMaison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
Le Jardin de l'Archêveché, Bourges, Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceLe Jardin de l'Archêveché
Prés Fichaux Garden
Château de Beauregard, Loire ValleyChâteau de Beauregard, Loire Valley
Basilica of Our Lady
Fontaine du Lion, Secteur 2, Grenoble, Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceFontaine du Lion
Domaine Armelle et Bernard RION

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Day 1 – Grenoble - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Grenoble - arrival day

  • Grenoble - Arrival day
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  • Parc Paul Mistral
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Grenoble. You’ll stay in Grenoble for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Grenoble has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Paul Mistral. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,848 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 Grenoble, Restaurant La Petite Idée. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is Pizzeria Come Prima. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

Locals recommend La Ferme à Dédé as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

Grenoble also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Grenoble is L'Ardoise. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Grenoble is le coq hardi. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Locals also enjoy Pub Shakesbeer. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Grenoble

Day 2

Day 2 – Grenoble

  • Grenoble
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Drive 48 km, 1 hour 53 min

  • Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille
  • Museum of Grenoble
  • Bastille
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Grenoble, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Grenoble.

Today you'll explore the city of Grenoble. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Museum of the French Revolution - Domaine de Vizille. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,504 visitors.

Musée de Grenoble is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Grenoble. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,100 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Grenoble is Fort de La Bastille. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,303 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 Grenoble.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble, like My Little Warung Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,183 customers.

La Cuisine des Tontons is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

Locals enjoy Cedar Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Grenoble. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Grenoble, Restaurant La Table des Bro's Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Champollion Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Bar Au RENCARD is another of the best bars in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Vosne-Romanée and Beaune

Day 3

Day 3 – Vosne-Romanée and Beaune

  • Beaune
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Drive 315 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • La Moutarderie Fallot
  • Domaine Armelle et Bernard RION
  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • Basilica of Our Lady
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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 Beaune and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Beaune. You will stay in Beaune for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Beaune is the amazing La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,107 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Beaune is the outstanding Basilica of Our Lady. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bout du Monde, one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot du Coin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune. Le Bistrot du Coin is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Fontainebleau and Paris

Day 4

Day 4 – Fontainebleau and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 320 km, 3 hours 44 min

  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Place des Vosges
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Beaune and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Beaune 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 Beaune. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful place des Vosges. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,305 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Jardin des plantes. This attraction, a beloved botanical garden, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Beaune is the stunning Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Approximately 12,000,000 travelers come to Beaune every year to see this fascinating attraction.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,054 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

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 – Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Louvre Museum
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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 Paris. 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.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. 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 Paris 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 Paris.

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 Angelina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy To Restaurant Paris, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Le Mesturet. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 36 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • La Villette
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
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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 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is La Villette. This incredible attraction is a commune of france and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

Sacré-Cœur is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Sacré-Cœur attracts about 11,000,000 travelers annually.

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

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Panthéon. This mausoleum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 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 Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 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, Harry's New York Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dirty Dick. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Bisou. 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 1,248 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Versailles and Blois

Day 7

Day 7 – Versailles and Blois

  • Paris
  • Blois
  • Villepreux
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Drive 210 km, 2 hours 59 min

  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Palace of Versailles
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Day 7 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Paris and the city of Versailles. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Paris is the amazing Sainte Chapelle. This attraction is a chapel and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Champ de Mars is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Paris. This well-known attraction, a spectacular urban park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 172,488 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Eiffel Tower. Attracting over 6,207,303, it's clear that Eiffel Tower is one of the top sights of the area. This attraction is an amazing lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Paris 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 Palace of Versailles in the city of Versailles for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Each year, Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers, so don't miss out!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Chambord, Cheverny, and Blois

Day 8

Day 8 – Chambord, Cheverny, and Blois

  • Blois
  • Suèvres
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Drive 54 km, 1 hour 30 min

  • Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Château de Beauregard, Loire Valley
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Blois, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Blois.

Today you'll explore the city of Blois. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Robert-Houdin House of Magic. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 2,105 visitors.

Château de Blois is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Blois. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 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 Blois.

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

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Day 9 – Bourges and Clermont-Ferrand

Day 9

Day 9 – Bourges and Clermont-Ferrand

  • Clermont-Ferrand
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Drive 309 km, 3 hours 53 min

  • Prés Fichaux Garden
  • Bourges Cathedral
  • Le Jardin de l'Archêveché
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bourges. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Clermont-Ferrand. You’ll stay in Clermont-Ferrand for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bourges’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bourges, start your day with a visit to the amazing Prés Fichaux Garden. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,633 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Bourges Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,823 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Le Jardin de l'Archêveché to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Le Jardin de l'Archêveché is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,837 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bourges has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Clermont-Ferrand. Clermont-Ferrand 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 Lard De Vivre. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 505 reviews.

The remarkable Five Guys Clermont-Ferrand is another top restaurant in Clermont-Ferrand we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Gourmandine is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Clermont-Ferrand, the fantastic The Still Irish Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Les BerThoM. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Buffalo Grill - Clermont Ferrand. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,523 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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Day 10 – Lyon

Day 10

Day 10 – Lyon

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Lyon
  • More

Drive 187 km, 2 hours 41 min

  • Place de Jaude
  • Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
  • Jardin Lecoq
  • Panoramic Domes
  • More

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

One of the best places to visit today in Clermont-Ferrand is the amazing place de Jaude. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,034 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,232 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Clermont-Ferrand is the outstanding Jardin Lecoq. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,878 visitors.

The spectacular Panoramic Domes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,215 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Clermont-Ferrand 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 Lyon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, Kaffee Berlin is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,079 customers.

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Day 11 – Caluire-et-Cuire and Grenoble

Day 11

Day 11 – Caluire-et-Cuire and Grenoble

  • Lyon
  • Grenoble
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Drive 119 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Porte des Enfants du Rhône
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 11 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Caluire-et-Cuire. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Grenoble. You’ll stay in Grenoble for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Caluire-et-Cuire’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Caluire-et-Cuire, start your day with a visit to the amazing Porte des Enfants du Rhône. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,967 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating parc de la Tête d'Or. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Caluire-et-Cuire has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Grenoble. Grenoble 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 Kai iwi Café. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 731 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux is another top restaurant in Grenoble we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous OWASABI is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Grenoble, the fantastic Pub des copains. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 177 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Les copains d'abord. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,098 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Brasserie La Natation. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 838 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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Day 12 – Grenoble - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Grenoble - departure day

  • Grenoble - Departure day
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  • Fontaine du Lion
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Day 12 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Grenoble 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.

Fontaine du Lion is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Grenoble. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Grenoble at Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 676 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Ciao a Te for your last chance at a meal in the city of Grenoble. The Ciao a Te restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurant Les Jardins de Sainte Cécile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

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

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