13-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Nantes traveling east to Tours, Paris, Rouen, and Caen

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Explore the best of France on a remarkable 13-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Sainte-luce-sur-loire, Nantes, Angers, Tours, Amboise, Blois, Paris, Fontainebleau, Serris, Versailles, Rouen, Le Petit-Quevilly, Caen, and Avranches.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Nantes, 2 nights in Tours, 5 nights in Paris, 1 night in Rouen, and 1 night in Caen. 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 Nantes, 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 Sainte-luce-sur-loire, Nantes, Angers, Tours, Amboise, Blois, Paris, Fontainebleau, Serris, Versailles, Rouen, Le Petit-Quevilly, Caen, and Avranches, 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

Nantes - Arrival day
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Grand Blotterau Parc
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Welcome to Nantes, 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 Nantes before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Nantes 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Nantes. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Nantes, 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!

Day 2

Nantes
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Drive 6 km, 44 min

Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Château des ducs de Bretagne
Botanical Garden
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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.

Nantes 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 Nantes.

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.

Day 3

Nantes
Tours
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Drive 223 km, 2 hours 31 min

Château d'Angers
Galerie David d'Angers
Angers Cathedral
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On day 3 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Angers. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Tours, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

Day 4

Tours
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Drive 117 km, 2 hours 12 min

Château de Villandry
Château de Chenonceau
Château d'Amboise
Chapel of Saint-Hubert
Château du Clos Lucé
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On day 4 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Tours and Amboise. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Tours, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

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

Day 5

Tours
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Drive 279 km, 3 hours 51 min

Château de Blois
Château de Cheverny
Parc du château de Cheverny
Château de Chambord
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Dive into day 5 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Blois. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Paris, where you'll spend 5 nights.

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

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

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.

Day 6

Paris
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Drive 188 km, 2 hours 56 min

Palace of Fontainebleau
Forêt de Fontainebleau
Disneyland Paris
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Wake up to day 6 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Fontainebleau and Serris. With 4 nights to stay in Paris, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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.

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

Day 7

Paris
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Drive 2 km, 29 min

The Centre Pompidou
Notre-Dame de Paris
Le Marais
Rue Mouffetard
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Set aside time today to explore Le Marais, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

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.

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

Day 8

Paris
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Drive 11 km, 57 min

Champ de Mars
Eiffel Tower
Tuileries Garden
Musée d'Orsay
Louvre Museum
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You’ll stay in Paris for 2 nights.

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.

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

Day 9

Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 27 min

Palais Garnier
place de la Concorde
Arc de Triomphe
La Villette
Champs-Élysées
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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.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 10

Paris
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Drive 167 km, 3 hours 11 min

Panthéon
Jardin du Luxembourg
Sacré-Cœur
Palace of Versailles
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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 Paris and Versailles. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Rouen, where you'll spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Rouen. 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 Rouen, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

Day 11

Rouen
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Drive 131 km, 1 hour 47 min

Rouen Cathedral
Le Gros-Horloge
place du Vieux-Marché
St Joan of Arc's Church
Botanical Garden
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On day 11 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Rouen and Le Petit-Quevilly are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Caen, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

Caen 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 Caen.

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

Day 12

Caen
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Drive 297 km, 3 hours 29 min

Caen Castle
Mémorial de Caen
Scriptorial
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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 2 places, which are Caen and Avranches. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Nantes, 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 Nantes. Nantes 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 Nantes'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!

Day 13

Nantes - Departure day
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Éloge du Pas de Côté
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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.

You can also explore high-end shops for luxury items.

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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