13-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Paris traveling north to Caen, Rouen, Lille, and Compiegne

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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 Paris, Versailles, Caen, Sainte-Mère-Église, Saint-Côme-du-Mont, Longues-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Ranville, Rouen, Amiens, Lille, Arras, and Compiegne.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 5 nights in Paris, 3 nights in Caen, 1 night in Rouen, 2 nights in Lille, and 1 night in Compiegne. 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 Paris, 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 Paris, Versailles, Caen, Sainte-Mère-Église, Saint-Côme-du-Mont, Longues-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Ranville, Rouen, Amiens, Lille, Arras, and Compiegne, 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

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • Jardin du Luxembourg
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Say hello to Paris! Your exciting road trip through France is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Paris for 4 nights before you continue your adventure!

Paris 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 Paris. 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 Paris, 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

  • Paris
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 25 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Palais Garnier
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • 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 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.

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Paris
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Drive 7 km, 1 hour 6 min

  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • place de la Concorde
  • Pont Alexandre III
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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.

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

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Paris
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Drive 37 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • La Villette
  • Vincennes Woods
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Panthéon
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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.

For an unforgettable shopping experience, visit Champs-Elysées, the top shopping destination in Paris. Browse local shops and luxury stores, each offering delightful surprises. Find unique souvenirs or items to take home. After shopping, explore what Champs-Elysées has to offer, including attractions, essential services, and vibrant community activities.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Paris. 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 5

Day 5

  • Paris
  • Caen
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Drive 272 km, 3 hours 45 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Grand Trianon
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Versailles. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Caen, where you'll spend 3 nights.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

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

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Caen
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Drive 10 km, 41 min

  • Mémorial de Caen
  • Caen Castle
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Caen
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Day 6 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Paris. You’ll stay in Caen for 2 nights 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.

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

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 7

Day 7

  • Caen
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Drive 190 km, 2 hours 22 min

  • Utah Beach Landing Museum
  • Airborne Museum
  • D-Day Experience
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On day 7 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience La Madeleine, Sainte-Mère-Église, and Saint-Côme-du-Mont. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Caen, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

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

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.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Caen
  • Rouen
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Longues-sur-Mer Battery
  • Omaha Beach Memorial
  • Memorial Pegasus
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Dive into day 8 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Longues-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, and Ranville. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Rouen, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Rouen, 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 Rouen's best restaurants.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Rouen
  • Lille
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 15 min

  • Rouen Cathedral
  • Le Gros-Horloge
  • place du Vieux-Marché
  • Notre-Dame d'Amiens
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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 2 places, which are Rouen and Amiens. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lille, where will spend 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Lille. Lille 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 Lille. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Lille
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Drive 106 km, 1 hour 33 min

  • Grand' Place
  • Heroes Square
  • Beffroi d'Arras
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Wake up to day 10 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Arras. With 1 night to stay in Lille, 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 Lille.

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Lille
  • Compiègne
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Drive 154 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • La Vieille Bourse
  • Column of the Goddess
  • Zoo Lille
  • Gare Saint Sauveur
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On day 11 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Lille are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Compiegne, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Compiègne
  • Paris
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Drive 88 km, 1 hour 20 min

  • Château de Compiègne
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Compiegne. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Paris, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Paris - Departure day
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  • Jardin des plantes
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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.

Explore high-end stores offering an exquisite selection of 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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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
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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