13-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Clermont-Ferrand to Orléans, Paris, Metz, Mulhouse, Lyon, Marseille, Nimes, and Toulouse and surrounding area

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 13-day road trip through France. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 2 nights in Clermont-Ferrand, 1 night in Orléans, 3 nights in Paris, 1 night in Metz, 1 night in Mulhouse, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Marseille, 1 night in Nimes, and 1 night in Toulouse. 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 Clermont-Ferrand, 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. Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Clermont-Ferrand, Orléans, Versailles, Paris, Metz, Strasbourg, Colmar, Mulhouse, Caluire-et-Cuire, Lyon, Marseille, Les Baux-de-Provence, Nimes, Carcassonne, Toulouse, and Padirac, 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

  • Clermont-Ferrand - Arrival day
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  • place de Jaude
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Welcome to Clermont-Ferrand, the perfect starting point for your road trip in France! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Clermont-Ferrand before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Clermont-Ferrand 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.

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in France. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in the city.

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 Clermont-Ferrand, 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

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Orléans
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Drive 302 km, 3 hours 9 min

  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame du Port
  • La Fontaine de la Place Delille
  • L'Aventure Michelin
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 2 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Clermont-Ferrand. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Orléans, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Orléans. 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 Orléans. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Orléans
  • Paris
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Drive 160 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
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Your itinerary for day 3 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Versailles and Paris. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Paris, where you'll spend 3 nights.

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

Paris 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 Paris.

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Paris
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Drive 16 km, 57 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Champ de Mars
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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.

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 Paris, 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 5

Day 5

  • Paris
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Drive 28 km, 1 hour 24 min

  • La Villette
  • parc des Buttes-Chaumont
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Palais Garnier
  • Louvre Museum
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You have 1 night left in Paris. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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.

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Paris
  • Metz
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Drive 338 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • The Centre Pompidou
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Vincennes Woods
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Dive into day 6 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Paris. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Metz, 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 Metz. Metz offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Metz'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 7

Day 7

  • Metz
  • Mulhouse
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Drive 290 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • place Kléber
  • Parc de l'Orangerie
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg
  • Colmar
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On day 7 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Strasbourg and Colmar. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Mulhouse, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Mulhouse
  • Lyon
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Drive 385 km, 4 hours 22 min

  • parc de la Tête d'Or
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
  • Place Bellecour
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On day 8 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Lyon, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Lyon
  • Marseille
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Drive 323 km, 3 hours 48 min

  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Old Port of Marseille
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
  • Palais Longchamp
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 9 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Marseille. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Marseille, where will 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.

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

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 10

Day 10

  • Marseille
  • Nîmes
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Drive 164 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Parc Borély
  • Calanques National Park
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
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Your itinerary for day 10 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Marseille and Les Baux-de-Provence. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Nimes, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Nimes. 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 Nimes. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Nîmes
  • Toulouse
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Drive 356 km, 4 hours 14 min

  • Pont du Gard
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard and Carcassonne. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Toulouse, where you'll spend 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.

Toulouse 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 Toulouse.

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Toulouse
  • Clermont-Ferrand
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Drive 382 km, 4 hours 57 min

  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Padirac Cave
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Toulouse and Padirac. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Clermont-Ferrand, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Clermont-Ferrand - Departure day
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  • Jardin Lecoq
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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.

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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