13-Day France road trip from Limoges to Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Nantes, and Chartres

Photo of Vienne river, Limoges, France.
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13 days & 12 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
12 nights included
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13 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 13-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Limoges, 2 nights in Bordeaux, 1 night in La Rochelle, 2 nights in Nantes, 1 night in Chartres, 3 nights in Paris, and 1 night in Orléans, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Limoges, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Nantes, Angers, Chartres, Paris, Villepreux, Orléans, and Ingré. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Limoges, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Sacré-Cœur, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Limoges, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Nantes, Angers, Chartres, Paris, Villepreux, Orléans, and Ingré, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in France. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through France.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in France.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything France has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of France. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 12 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 12 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in France extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

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

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Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Limoges - city in FranceLimoges / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
Centre-Loire Valley - region in FranceCentre-Loire Valley / 1 night
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 2 nights
Angers - city in FranceAngers
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 2 nights
La Rochelle - city in FranceLa Rochelle / 1 night
Chartres - city in FranceChartres / 1 night
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Disneyland Paris castle, France.Disneyland Paris
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Versailles palace outside Paris at sunset, France.Palace of Versailles
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a bright afternoon in Spring, France.Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Cité du VinCité du Vin
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Saint Andre Cathedral of Bordeaux - France, AquitaineBordeaux Cathedral
Cathedral Sainte Croix d Orleans in FranceOrléans Cathedral
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
photo of Japanese garden on Ile de Versailles in Nantes, France.Île de Versailles (Nantes)
Parc Bordelais, R-105270, R-1667452, R-2202162, R-3792880, R-7405Parc bordelais
Porte de BourgognePorte de Bourgogne
Le Lieu uniqueLe Lieu unique
Grosse ClocheThe big bell of Bordeaux
photo of the park Manor at Parc de Procé in Nantes, France.Parc de Procé
photo of Parc Floral de la Source in Orléans, France.Parc Floral de la Source
Jardin des plantes d'AngersJardin des Plantes d'Angers
photo of morning view on the square with Tour Pey-Berland in Bordeaux city, France.Tour Pey-Berland
Cathédrale Saint-Maurice d'AngersAngers Cathedral
photo of a fountain in the botanical garden (Jardin botanique de l'Evêché) in Limoges, France.Jardin botanique de l'Evêché
Champ de Juillet
Cathédrale Saint-Étienne de LimogesLimoges Cathedral
Musée national Adrien DubouchéMusée national de la porcelaine Adrien Dubouché
Hôtel GroslotHôtel Groslot
Parc Victor ThuillatParc Victor Thuillat

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Day 1 – Limoges and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Limoges and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - arrival day

  • Limoges - Arrival day
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  • Champ de Juillet
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Limoges has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Limoges, Brasserie Michard. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges is Le Sikaru Beer and Bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

Limoges also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Limoges is L'Irlandais. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,536 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Limoges is O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

Locals also enjoy L'Atelier - Limoges. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 13-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Artigues-près-Bordeaux and Bordeaux

Day 2

Day 2 – Artigues-près-Bordeaux and Bordeaux

  • Limoges
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 226 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Musée national de la porcelaine Adrien Dubouché
  • Limoges Cathedral
  • Jardin botanique de l'Evêché
  • More

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Limoges and embark on a scenic drive to Bordeaux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Limoges and New Aquitaine 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 Limoges. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,815 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Park Zoo Reynou. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,827 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Limoges is the stunning Limoges Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,596 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in New Aquitaine, 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!

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Day 3 – Bordeaux

Day 3

Day 3 – Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 9 km, 48 min

  • Parc bordelais
  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • Tour Pey-Berland
  • The big bell of Bordeaux
  • Porte de Bourgogne
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On day 3 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 Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is parc bordelais. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,855 visitors.

Bordeaux Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is Tour Pey-Berland. This amazing attraction is a tower and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,070 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding The big bell of Bordeaux. This bell tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Porte de Bourgogne. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,953 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 Restaurant Melodie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

Le Confidentiel is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

Locals enjoy Le K Baroque, 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 1,059 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!

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Day 4 – Bordeaux and La Rochelle

Day 4

Day 4 – Bordeaux and La Rochelle

  • Bordeaux
  • La Rochelle
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Drive 190 km, 2 hours 36 min

  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Jardin Public
  • Cité du Vin
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Day 4 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 Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of La Rochelle. You will stay in La Rochelle for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing place de la Bourse. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible reflecting pool, miroir d'eau. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding Monument aux Girondins. This popular column and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

The spectacular jardin public is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Jolly Sailor, one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Locals also recommend Le 1835 as one of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle. Le 1835 is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 108 customers.

After dinner, visit Barracuda La Rochelle, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 847 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Famous Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Alternatively, The Children of Rock is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of La Rochelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Nantes

Day 5

Day 5 – Nantes

  • Nantes
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Drive 138 km, 2 hours 13 min

  • Le Lieu unique
  • Botanical Garden
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in La Rochelle and embark on a scenic drive to Nantes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in La Rochelle and Nantes 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 La Rochelle. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,404 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Rochelle Aquarium. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 6,656 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in La Rochelle is the stunning Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,865 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Nantes 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 Nantes has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Le Lieu Unique. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,945 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Botanical Garden. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,694 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Château des ducs de Bretagne. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. Approximately 167,867 people visit this attraction every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nantes, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Nantes. When you arrive in Nantes 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 Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles, another of the best restaurants in Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nantes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Labo. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Labo has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Fleming's Irish Pub 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 935 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!

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Day 6 – Nantes

Day 6

Day 6 – Nantes

  • Nantes
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Drive 10 km, 42 min

  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Parc de Procé
  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nantes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Nantes.

Today you'll explore the city of Nantes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This incredible attraction is an art project and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,332 visitors.

Parc de Procé is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nantes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,256 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nantes is Île de Versailles (Nantes). This amazing attraction is a river island and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,112 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 Nantes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, like Inde et Vous. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

Le Bouchon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

Locals enjoy L'instinct gourmand, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nantes, Les BerThoM. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Bootlegger is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 344 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Angers and Chartres

Day 7

Day 7 – Angers and Chartres

  • Angers
  • Chartres
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Drive 305 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • Château d'Angers
  • Angers Cathedral
  • Jardin des Plantes d'Angers
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Angers. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Chartres. You’ll stay in Chartres for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Angers’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Angers, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château d'Angers. This much-appreciated château and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Angers Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,932 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin des Plantes d'Angers to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin des Plantes d'Angers is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,436 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Angers has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Chartres. Chartres offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 8 – Melun and Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Melun and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 167 km, 2 hours 30 min

  • Disneyland Paris
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
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Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Chartres 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 Chartres and Seine-et-Marne 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 Chartres. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Notre-Dame de Chartres. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,501 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Maison Picassiette. This attraction, a beloved house, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,468 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Chartres is the stunning Parc André Gagnon. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,022 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Seine-et-Marne, 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!

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Day 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 12 km, 57 min

  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Arc de Triomphe
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On day 9 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

Musée d'Orsay is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay attracts about 3,651,616 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 place de la Concorde. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. Arc de Triomphe hosts around 2,743,823 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 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.

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Day 10 – Paris

Day 10

Day 10 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 27 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Louvre Museum
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • More

On day 10 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 Centre Georges Pompidou. As one of the top sights in the area, around 3,273,867 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 55,213 visitors.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum attracts about 2,825,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Sacré-Cœur. Attracting 11,000,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Sacré-Cœur is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding La Villette. This commune of france and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 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.

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Day 11 – Paris, Villepreux, and Orléans

Day 11

Day 11 – Paris, Villepreux, and Orléans

  • Paris
  • Centre-Loire Valley
  • Villepreux
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Drive 160 km, 2 hours 52 min

  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. You’ll stay in Orléans for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Notre-Dame de Paris. This excellent attraction is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Each year, Notre-Dame de Paris attracts over 12,000,000 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Champ de Mars, an outstanding urban park, in the city of Paris. Around 172,488 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Eiffel Tower. Attracting over 6,207,303 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Eiffel Tower is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 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 Orléans.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans, La Parenthèse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 888 customers.

Locals recommend Les Fils À Maman Orléans as one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. Les Fils À Maman Orléans is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans is Oh Terroir version fast good. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,147 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Orléans, Crêperie Bretonne - Restaurant de spécialités de Galettes et Crêpes fait maison, à base de produits frais & Bar breton. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like L'antidote. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Bonne Pioche is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 318 customers.

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Day 12 – Ingré and Limoges

Day 12

Day 12 – Ingré and Limoges

  • Centre-Loire Valley
  • Limoges
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Drive 270 km, 2 hours 47 min

  • Hôtel Groslot
  • Orléans Cathedral
  • Parc Floral de la Source
  • More

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

One of the best places to visit today in Ingré is the amazing Hôtel Groslot. This attraction is a private mansion that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,022 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Orléans Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,178 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Ingré is the outstanding Parc Floral de la Source. This popular botanical garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,741 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kope Un2, one of the best restaurants in the city of Limoges. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 181 customers.

After dinner, visit Brasserie Michard, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 227 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Sikaru Beer and Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 492 customers.

Alternatively, Barberousse Limoges is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Limoges. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 458 customers.

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Day 13 – Limoges and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Limoges and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - departure day

  • Limoges - Departure day
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  • Parc Victor Thuillat
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Day 13 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Limoges 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.

Jardin botanique de l'Evêché is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Limoges. This botanical garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,815 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the Park Zoo Reynou park is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.2 out of 5-star rating from 2,827 reviews.

You can also stop at Limoges Cathedral catholic cathedral to capture the beauty and wonder of Limoges one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,596 travelers.

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

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

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