13-Day France Road Trip from Carcassonne to Nimes, Lyon, Beaune, and Paris

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

Carcassonne has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Portail des Jacobins. This attraction is a gate and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 296 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.

Carcassonne also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-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 Carcassonne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nimes. You will stay in Nimes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Carcassonne is the amazing Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Château Comtal. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Carcassonne is the outstanding proche cité. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,102 visitors.

The spectacular Basilique Saint Nazaire is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating church and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,146 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction is a popular fortress that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Instant T as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. L'Instant T is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Gard O Wine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La bonne mousse. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Lyon for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Carcassonne today is Jardin de La Fontaine. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Pont du Gard, an outstanding arch bridge, in the city of Carcassonne. Around 29,439 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Palais des Papes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. Approximately 616,210 people visit Vaucluse every year to see the fantastic Palais des Papes.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, L Bar food & drink. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Locals recommend Bouchon Tupin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. Bouchon Tupin is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is L'Institut Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Lyon, The Phantom of the Opera. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Lyon.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is parc de la Tête d'Or. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

Porte des Enfants du Rhône is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,967 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Place Bellecour. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 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 Lyon.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, like Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lyon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière", one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lyon. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lyon, Dam's Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The King Arthur. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Beaune. You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Carcassonne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Carcassonne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Musée Miniature et Cinéma. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,363 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Carcassonne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Beaune. Beaune 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 Le Bout du Monde. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 343 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot du Coin is another top restaurant in Beaune we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Rest O Bar is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Beaune, the fantastic Barbizier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Rise and shine on day 6 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 and Paris 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 Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Beaune is the stunning Park Bouzaise. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,309 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Carcassonne 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 Paris has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jardin des plantes. This attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Panthéon. This mausoleum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sainte Chapelle. This chapel and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

The lovely Notre-Dame de Paris is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 45,788 visitors have left this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 12,000,000 visits every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Paris, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris 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 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 Le Calbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Red Door has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 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!

On day 7 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 Carcassonne. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is bois de Vincennes. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 35,777 visitors.

La Villette is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Carcassonne. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne 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 Louvre Museum. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,825,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Carcassonne.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Le Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

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

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

On day 8 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 Carcassonne. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is place de la Concorde. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 visitors.

Tuileries Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Carcassonne. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Musée d'Orsay. Attracting 3,651,616 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée d'Orsay is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Les Invalides. This building complex is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,459 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Les Fous de l'Île is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Highlander. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Velvet Bar Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

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

Day 9 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Carcassonne and the city of Villepreux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Carcassonne is the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Champ de Mars. This urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Carcassonne. This well-known attraction, a spectacular lattice tower, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 322,389 reviews. Approximately 6,207,303 travelers visit this popular place of interest annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting over 2,743,823, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This attraction is an amazing triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Carcassonne 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 Villepreux 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!

Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the city of Carcassonne and the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Carcassonne today is Château de Blois. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Château de Chenonceau for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Bordeaux.

Today you'll explore the city of Carcassonne. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is jardin public. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 visitors.

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

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Porte Cailhau. This amazing attraction is a city gate and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bordeaux.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 12 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 Carcassonne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Carcassonne. You will stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Bordeaux Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Carcassonne is the outstanding The big bell of Bordeaux. This popular bell tower and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 visitors.

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

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

Day 13 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Carcassonne before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

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

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