13-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Pau to Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Nantes, Le Mont-Saint-Michel, Rennes, and Tours

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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 Pau, Asson, Bizanos, Bordeaux, Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, Saint-Émilion, Libourne, La Rochelle, Loix, Nantes, Moidrey, Le Mont-Saint-Michel, Rennes, Tours, Amboise, and Limoges.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Pau, 2 nights in Bordeaux, 2 nights in La Rochelle, 1 night in Nantes, 1 night in Le Mont-Saint-Michel, 1 night in Rennes, and 2 nights in Tours. 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 Pau, 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. Le Mont-saint-michel and Château De Chambord are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Pau, Asson, Bizanos, Bordeaux, Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, Saint-Émilion, Libourne, La Rochelle, Loix, Nantes, Moidrey, Le Mont-Saint-Michel, Rennes, Tours, Amboise, and Limoges, 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

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Arrival day
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Welcome to Pau, 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 Pau before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Pau is a beautiful town with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the town center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Pau. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in France. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

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 Pau, 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

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
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Drive 58 km, 1 hour 28 min

  • Asson Zoo
  • Kofu Japanese Garden
  • Parc Beaumont
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Pau
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Wake up to day 2 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Asson, Bizanos, and Pau. With 1 night to stay in Pau, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the town’s surroundings!

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

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

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 219 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux
  • place de la Bourse
  • miroir d'eau
  • Musée du Vin et du Négoce de Bordeaux
  • jardin public
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On day 3 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Bordeaux are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bordeaux, where you will stay for 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Bordeaux. Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux. 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 4

Day 4

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 101 km, 2 hours 2 min

  • Château Mauvinon
  • Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion
  • Château de La Dauphine
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Greet day 4 of your road trip in France with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Bordeaux, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, Saint-Émilion, and Libourne.

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

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Bordeaux
  • La Rochelle
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Drive 185 km, 2 hours 39 min

  • Musée maritime de La Rochelle
  • Bunker La Rochelle (Museum)
  • Saint Louis Cathedral
  • Charruyer Park of La Rochelle
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 5 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are La Rochelle. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in La Rochelle, where will spend 2 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • La Rochelle
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Drive 95 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Fort La Prée
  • Abbaye des Châteliers
  • Ecomuseum Marais Salant
  • Réserve Naturelle de Lilleau des Niges
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On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in La Rochelle, 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 La Rochelle.

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

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • La Rochelle
  • Nantes
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Drive 145 km, 2 hours 59 min

  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Cours Cambronne
  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Botanical Garden
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Your itinerary for day 7 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Nantes. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Nantes, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Nantes'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 8

Day 8

  • Nantes
  • Le Mont-Saint-Michel
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Drive 235 km, 3 hours

  • Écomusée de la Baie du Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Moidrey windmill
  • Mont Saint-Michel
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Saint-Léonard, Moidrey, and Le Mont-Saint-Michel. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Le Mont-Saint-Michel, 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 Le Mont-Saint-Michel. Le Mont-Saint-Michel offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go 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 Le Mont-Saint-Michel, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Le Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Rennes
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Drive 68 km, 1 hour 51 min

  • Parc Hamelin Oberthür
  • parc du Thabor
  • Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes
  • Saint-Germain church
  • Palace of the Parlement of Brittany
  • Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
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Dive into day 9 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Rennes. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Rennes, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Rennes
  • Tours
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Drive 261 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Château de Villandry
  • Jardin botanique de Tours
  • Museum of Fine Arts
  • Cathédrale Saint-Gatien
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On day 10 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Tours are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Tours, where you will stay 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.

Tours 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 Tours.

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

  • Tours
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Drive 192 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Château de Chambord
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Château de Chenonceau
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On day 11 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Tours, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Tours, there’s no need to rush. Experience Amboise to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

Tours 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 Tours.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Tours
  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
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Drive 660 km, 7 hours 37 min

  • Jardin botanique de l'Evêché
  • Church of St Peter in Queyroix
  • Église Saint-Michel-des-Lions à Limoges
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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 Limoges. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Pau, 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 Pau. Pau 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 Pau. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Departure day
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  • place Clémenceau
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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.

Discover boutiques offering an array of stylish fashion choices. Take a break with a cup of coffee or tea while savoring the local vibe in a coffee shop.

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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