13-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Bordeaux to Toulouse and Avignon

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Explore the best of France on a remarkable 13-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Bordeaux, Lormont, Saint-Émilion, Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Montignac-Lascaux, Valojoulx, Peyzac-le-Moustier, Toulouse, Balma, Carcassonne, Gruissan, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Arles, Avignon, Apt, Roussillon, Gargas, and Rauzan.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 5 nights in Bordeaux, 4 nights in Toulouse, and 3 nights in Avignon. 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 Bordeaux, 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 Palais Des Papes are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Bordeaux, Lormont, Saint-Émilion, Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Montignac-Lascaux, Valojoulx, Peyzac-le-Moustier, Toulouse, Balma, Carcassonne, Gruissan, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Arles, Avignon, Apt, Roussillon, Gargas, and Rauzan, 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

  • Bordeaux - Arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach Bordeaux and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 4 nights and explore what to see in Bordeaux, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux. 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 Bordeaux, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 13-day road trip in France!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 96 km, 2 hours 3 min

  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • place de la Bourse
  • Cité du Vin
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion
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On day 2 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 3 nights to spend in Bordeaux, there’s no need to rush. Experience Bordeaux, Lormont, and Saint-Émilion to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux.

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 403 km, 5 hours 13 min

  • Château de Beynac
  • The Marqueyssac gardens
  • Castelnaud-la-Chapelle Castle
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On day 3 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac, and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Bordeaux, where you still have 2 nights left to stay.

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

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 378 km, 4 hours 57 min

  • Lascaux 2
  • Lascaux International Center of Parietal Art
  • Château et jardins de Losse
  • La Roque St. Christophe
  • Dhagpo Kagyu Ling
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Wake up to day 4 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Montignac-Lascaux, Valojoulx, and Peyzac-le-Moustier. With 1 night to stay in Bordeaux, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Bordeaux
  • Toulouse
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Drive 252 km, 2 hours 59 min

  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Muséum de Toulouse
  • jardin Royal
  • Grand Rond
  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Square Charles de Gaulle
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Dive into day 5 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Toulouse. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Toulouse, where you'll spend 4 nights.

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

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Toulouse. Toulouse 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 Toulouse, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in France.

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Toulouse
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Drive 24 km, 1 hour 38 min

  • Cité de l'Espace
  • Les Abattoirs
  • Place Saint-Pierre
  • Couvent des Jacobins
  • Musée des Augustins
  • Pont-Neuf
  • pont Saint-Pierre de Toulouse
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Greet day 6 of your road trip in France with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 3 nights to stay in Toulouse, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Balma and Toulouse.

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

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.

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Toulouse
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Drive 194 km, 2 hours 44 min

  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
  • Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Musée de l'Ecole
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Carcassonne Castle Panorama View Point
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Toulouse, where you have 2 nights left to stay.

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

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

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in France.

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Toulouse
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Drive 358 km, 4 hours 35 min

  • Réserve Africaine de Sigean
  • Château de Gruissan
  • Notre-Dame de l'Assomption
  • Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin de Gruissan
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On day 8 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 Narbonne and Gruissan.

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Toulouse
  • Avignon
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Drive 374 km, 4 hours 43 min

  • Tuk tuk Camargue
  • Fondation Vincent van Gogh Arles
  • Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church
  • Arles Amphitheatre
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On day 9 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and Arles are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Avignon, where you will stay for 3 nights.

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

Avignon 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 Avignon.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Avignon
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Drive 192 km, 3 hours 50 min

  • Pont du Gard
  • Sénanque Abbey
  • Le Sentier des Ocres
  • Mines Bruoux
  • Pont Julien
  • Grottes de Thouzon
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On day 10 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Avignon, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 2 nights to spend in Avignon, there’s no need to rush. Experience La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard, Apt, Roussillon, Gargas, and Avignon to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

Avignon 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 Avignon.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Avignon
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Drive 3 km, 51 min

  • Pont d'Avignon
  • Jardin des doms
  • Palais des Papes
  • Calvet Museum
  • Collection Lambert Avignon
  • Remparts d'Avignon
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You’ll stay in Avignon for 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Avignon.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Avignon
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 609 km, 6 hours 30 min

  • Grotte Célestine
  • Château Rauzan
  • Château Rochebelle, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé
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Your itinerary for day 12 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Rauzan and Saint-Émilion. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bordeaux, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Bordeaux - Departure day
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  • Monument aux Girondins
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Day 13 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.

Discover boutiques offering an array of stylish fashion choices. For those seeking luxury items, check out the area’s high-end stores.

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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