12-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Toulouse to Carcassonne, Montpellier, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Marseille, and Lyon

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 12-day road trip in France! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Toulouse, Blagnac, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Monaco, Marseille, Caluire-et-Cuire, Lyon, Ars-sur-Formans, and Romanèche-Thorins.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Toulouse, 1 night in Carcassonne, 1 night in Montpellier, 1 night in Avignon, 1 night in Aix-en-Provence, 2 nights in Nice, 1 night in Marseille, and 1 night in Lyon. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in France. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Toulouse, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in France. Cité De Carcassonne and Parc De La Tête D'or are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Toulouse, Blagnac, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, Nice, Monaco, Marseille, Caluire-et-Cuire, Lyon, Ars-sur-Formans, and Romanèche-Thorins, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Throughout your road trip in France, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in France.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in France today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Toulouse - Arrival day
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  • Jardin des Plantes
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach Toulouse and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Toulouse, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Toulouse is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Toulouse. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in France. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Toulouse, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in France!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Toulouse
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • Musée Aeroscopia
  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Pont-Neuf
  • Musée des Augustins
  • Saint Stephen's Cathredal
  • Grand Rond
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Toulouse, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Blagnac and Toulouse.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Toulouse's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Toulouse
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 98 km, 1 hour 23 min

  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
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Your itinerary for day 3 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Carcassonne. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Carcassonne, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

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

  • Arc de Triomphe
  • promenade of Peyrou
  • Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
  • Musée Fabre
  • esplanade Charles de Gaulle
  • Comedy Square
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Montpellier. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Montpellier, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Montpellier's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Montpellier
  • Avignon
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Drive 97 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • Remparts d'Avignon
  • Calvet Museum
  • Palais des Papes
  • Jardin des doms
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On day 5 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Avignon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Avignon, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Avignon, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Avignon
  • Aix-en-Provence
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Drive 90 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • Musée Granet
  • Hôtel de Caumont
  • Fontaine de la Rotonde
  • forum des Cardeurs
  • Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Aix-en-Provence. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Aix-en-Provence, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Aix-en-Provence
  • Nice
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Drive 183 km, 2 hours 40 min

  • Marc Chagall National Museum
  • Promenade du Paillon
  • Fontaine du Soleil
  • Castle Hill
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 7 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Nice. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Nice, where will spend 2 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

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

Nice is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Nice.

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Nice
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Drive 45 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Musée océanographique de Monaco
  • Prince's Palace of Monaco
  • François Grimaldi Statue
  • Collection Privée des Voitures de S A S Le Prince de Monaco
  • Monte Carlo Casino
  • Monte Carlo
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nice, where you have 1 night left to stay.

A visit to Monte Carlo is a must on the agenda today. This neighborhood is full of hidden gems and character, perfect for a leisurely stroll. Plus, you’ll be close to some of the city’s most famous sights.

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

Nice is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Nice.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Nice
  • Marseille
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Drive 206 km, 3 hours 4 min

  • Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Old Port of Marseille
  • Les Petits Trains de Marseille
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Your itinerary for day 9 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Marseille. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Marseille, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Marseille
  • Lyon
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Drive 326 km, 3 hours 59 min

  • Porte des Enfants du Rhône
  • parc de la Tête d'Or
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Lyon, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Lyon
  • Toulouse
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Drive 651 km, 6 hours 51 min

  • Musée de cire, La vie du Saint Curé d'Ars
  • Sanctuary of Ars (Basilica of Ars)
  • Musée Départemental du Compagnonnage
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On day 11 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Le Tonneau, Ars-sur-Formans, and Romanèche-Thorins are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Toulouse, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Toulouse's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Head back to your accommodation in Toulouse and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in France.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Toulouse - Departure day
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  • Place Saint-Pierre
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Day 12 of your road trip in France is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in France!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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