13-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Marseille to Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Arles, Saint Tropez, and Nice

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 13-day road trip in France! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Apt, Roussillon, Arles, Nimes, Uzès, Saint Tropez, Sainte Maxime, Nice, and Monaco.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Marseille, 1 night in Aix-en-Provence, 2 nights in Avignon, 3 nights in Arles, 1 night in Saint Tropez, and 2 nights in Nice. 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 Marseille, 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. Notre-dame De La Garde (marseille) 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 Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon, Apt, Roussillon, Arles, Nimes, Uzès, Saint Tropez, Sainte Maxime, Nice, and Monaco, 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

  • Marseille - Arrival day
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  • Le Panier
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Welcome to Marseille, the perfect starting point for your road trip in France! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 2 nights discovering what to see in Marseille before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Marseille 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 Marseille. 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 Marseille, 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

  • Marseille
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Drive 39 km, 1 hour 51 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Palais Longchamp
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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.

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Marseille
  • Aix-en-Provence
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Drive 33 km, 57 min

  • Musée Granet
  • Hôtel de Caumont
  • Fontaine de la Rotonde
  • Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Aix-en-Provence. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Aix-en-Provence, where will spend 1 night.

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

Aix-en-Provence 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 Aix-en-Provence.

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 4

Day 4

  • Aix-en-Provence
  • Avignon
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Drive 84 km, 1 hour 37 min

  • Remparts d'Avignon
  • Calvet Museum
  • Jardin des doms
  • Palais des Papes
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Dive into day 4 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Avignon. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Avignon, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Avignon
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Drive 115 km, 2 hours 23 min

  • Pont Julien
  • Le Sentier des Ocres
  • Sénanque Abbey
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On day 5 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Apt and Roussillon. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Avignon, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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.

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

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

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

  • Avignon
  • Arles
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Drive 79 km, 1 hour 57 min

  • Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • Camargue Regional Natural Park
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Your itinerary for day 6 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Arles. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Arles, where you'll spend 3 nights.

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.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Arles
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Drive 70 km, 1 hour 32 min

  • Musée des beaux-arts de Nîmes
  • Museum Romanité
  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • temple of Diana
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On day 7 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Arles, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 2 nights to spend in Arles, there’s no need to rush. Experience Nimes to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

Arles 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 Arles.

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Arles
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Drive 115 km, 2 hours 26 min

  • Pont du Gard
  • Pont du Gard Museum
  • La vallée de l'Eure à Uzès
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Wake up to day 8 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard and Uzès. With 1 night to stay in Arles, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the town’s surroundings!

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Arles
  • Saint-Tropez
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Drive 196 km, 3 hours 13 min

  • Gendarmerie Nationale
  • Place des Lices
  • Citadel of Saint-Tropez - Museum of Maritime History
  • Phare de Saint-Tropez
  • Tour Portalet
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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. Saint Tropez and Sainte Maxime are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Saint Tropez, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Saint-Tropez
  • Nice
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Drive 120 km, 2 hours 20 min

  • Marc Chagall National Museum
  • Castle Hill
  • place Masséna
  • Promenade du Paillon
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On day 10 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Nice. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Nice, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Nice
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Drive 45 km, 2 hours 5 min

  • Musée océanographique de Monaco
  • Cathedral of Our Lady Immaculate
  • Prince's Palace of Monaco
  • Collection Privée des Voitures de S A S Le Prince de Monaco
  • Monte Carlo Casino
  • Monte Carlo
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nice, where you have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Nice
  • Marseille
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Drive 236 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • Le Jardin Exotique
  • Eze village France 🇫🇷
  • Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 12 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Nice. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in 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.

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

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Marseille - Departure day
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  • Old Port of Marseille
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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.

Browse boutiques to find unique and stylish fashion pieces.

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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