12-Day France road trip from Montpellier to Valence, Beaune, Paris, and Blois

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

Montpellier has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 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 Montpellier, Coldrip food and coffee. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Empanadas Club. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Locals recommend Le Petit Jardin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

Montpellier also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is The Shakespeare. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Montpellier and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Valence. You will stay in Valence for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Montpellier is the amazing Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This attraction is a botanical garden that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,446 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Comedy Square. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Montpellier is the outstanding esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

The spectacular Fabre museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,372 visitors. In addition, approximately 253,041 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Parc du Domaine de Méric. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,201 visitors.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Valence and embark on a scenic drive to Beaune, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valence and 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 Valence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Jouvet. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 810 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Valence is the stunning Musée de Valence, art et archéologie. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 625 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Beaune and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Beaune has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Park Bouzaise. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,309 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible La Moutarderie Fallot. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Bout du Monde to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Beaune, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barbizier. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Barbizier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Le Bistrot du Coin 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 109 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!

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

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Melun 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 Jardin des plantes in the city of Paris for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a botanical garden and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Paris is the outstanding Sainte Chapelle. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors, this chapel deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Notre-Dame de Paris. Hosting around 12,000,000 visitors every year, Notre-Dame de Paris is one of the best places to visit in Paris. This attraction, a stunning catholic cathedral, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 travelers.

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

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 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 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 Paris. 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 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!

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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 Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet 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 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fous de l'Île, 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 1,046 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating 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 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 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 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 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 Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 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 La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 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 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.

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!

Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Panthéon. This excellent attraction is a mausoleum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg, an outstanding urban park, in the city of Paris. Around 94,043 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Pont Alexandre III. This amazing attraction is a deck arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 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 Palace of Versailles for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Villepreux. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Approximately 4,741,758 people visit Villepreux every year to see the fantastic Palace of Versailles.

This outstanding french formal garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 travelers.

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

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

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Blois and embark on a scenic drive to Poitiers, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Blois 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 Blois. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château de Blois. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,926 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Château de Chambord. This attraction, a beloved château, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Blois is the stunning Château de Cheverny. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château d'Amboise. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château de Chenonceau. This château and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like La Minute Blonde Poitiers. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 207 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Palais de la Bière to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Poitiers, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Taverne Du Geek. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La Taverne Du Geek has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 466 customers.

Cluricaume Café. Is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 386 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!

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Poitiers and embark on a scenic drive to Bordeaux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Poitiers and Bordeaux 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 Poitiers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Extraordinary Voyage. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,223 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Dynamic Vienne. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,716 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Poitiers is the stunning Église Notre-Dame la Grande, Poitiers. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bordeaux and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Bordeaux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible place de la Bourse. This square and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,251 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

The lovely Bordeaux Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,591 visitors have left this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like suzzi. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu, another of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Symbiose to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bordeaux, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Connemara has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Molly Malone's 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 1,951 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!

Day 10 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Bordeaux and the city of Toulouse. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Bordeaux is the amazing Monument aux Girondins. This attraction is a column and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible jardin public. This urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

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

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

You could then travel to the amazing Basilica of St. Sernin in the city of Toulouse for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a minor basilica and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Toulouse is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors, this park 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 Carcassonne.

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

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the city of Carcassonne and the city of Nimes. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Carcassonne today is Château Comtal. This excellent attraction is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne, an outstanding top-tier point of interest, in the city of Carcassonne. Around 1,201 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Cité de Carcassonne. This amazing attraction is a fortress and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 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 Pont du Gard for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Nimes. This popular attraction is an arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier, Burger et Ratatouille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

Locals recommend Umami - La cinquième saveur as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. Umami - La cinquième saveur is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 412 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is La Diligence. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Montpellier, Espit Chupitos Montpellier. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le Rebuffy. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Broc Café Montpellier is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

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

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

Aqueduc Saint-Clément is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Montpellier. This aqueduct and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,224 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Montpellier at La Bistrote before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 429 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pastis Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Montpellier. The Pastis Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 350 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurant Leclere. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers.

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