13-Day France Road Trip from Rennes to Nantes, Angers, Blois, and Paris

Photo of France Castle "Rennes le Chateau".
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Duration
13 days & 12 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
12 nights included
Car rental
13 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

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 Rennes, 2 nights in Nantes, 1 night in Angers, 2 nights in Blois, 4 nights in Paris, and 1 night in Caen, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Rennes, Nantes, La Roche-sur-Yon, Angers, Rochecorbon, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Ingré, Chelles, Paris, Villepreux, and Caen. We'll help you experience the best 13 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Rennes, 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've 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 Jardin du Luxembourg, 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 Rennes, Nantes, La Roche-sur-Yon, Angers, Rochecorbon, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Ingré, Chelles, Paris, Villepreux, and Caen, 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Included

Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of traditional half-timbered houses in the old town of Rennes, Brittany, France.Rennes / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 2 nights
Angers - city in FranceAngers / 1 night
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 2 nights
Photo of Church of Saint-Pierre in Caen, Normandy, France.Caen / 1 night
Photo of Tours aerial panoramic view. Tours is a city in the Loire valley of France.Tours
Centre-Loire Valley - region in FranceCentre-Loire Valley
Vendée - region in FranceVendée
Photo of Rochecorbon that is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department, central France.Rochecorbon
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Suèvres
Photo of the Chelles canal lock, France.Chelles
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 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 Puy du Fou amusement park, in Les Epesses (France).Puy du Fou
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
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 famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Photo of the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau, built in the XVIth century, is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley, Chenonceaux, France.Château de Chenonceau
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
photo of Chateau Royal de Blois, facade of the Louis XII wing, France. This old castle is landmark of Loire Valley and located in Blois city. French palace of Renaissance in summer.Château Royal de Blois
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
War menorial building exterior in Caen, FranceMémorial de Caen
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
photo of Villandry castle and gardens best panoramic view in sunny summer day near Tours and Blois cities in France the Loire valley region.Château de Villandry
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
photo of Thabor park (Le parc du Thabor) in Rennes is one of the finest examples of landscape art of the XIII century public parks, Thabor Park is the pride of Rennes, France.Parc du Thabor
Lighthouse on the lake in hamlet Queen Marie Antoinette's estate near Versailles Palace.Marie-Antoinette's Estate
Caen Castle, Le Château, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, Metropolitan France, FranceCaen Castle
Cathedral Sainte Croix d Orleans in FranceOrléans Cathedral
Sleeping Beauty Castle
The Grand TrianonGrand Trianon
photo of Japanese garden on Ile de Versailles in Nantes, France.Île de Versailles (Nantes)
photo of fairytale Chaumont-sur -Loire castle in Loire valley, France.Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
Château d'Ussé, Rigny-Ussé, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Ussé
The Fearless Birds Ghosts, Les Épesses, La Roche-sur-Yon, Vendée, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceThe Fearless Birds Ghosts
photo of Parc des Gayeulles in Rennes, France.Parc des Gayeulles
Le Grand Bunker, Ouistreham, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, Metropolitan France, FranceThe "Big Bunker"
Colline aux Oiseaux, Caen, Normandie, FranceColline aux Oiseaux
Le Lieu uniqueLe Lieu unique
Caen Botanical Garden, Jardin des Plantes, Caen, Calvados, Normandy, Metropolitan France, FranceCaen Botanical Garden
Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes, Centre-Ville, Centre, Quartiers Centre, Rennes, Ille-et-Vilaine, Brittany, Metropolitan France, FranceCathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
Museum of Fine Arts of RennesMuseum of Fine Arts of Rennes
photo of Park Hamelin Oberthur in Rennes, France.Parc Hamelin Oberthür
Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans
Rose Garden Blois, Blois, Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceBishopric Rose Garden

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Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 13

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Day 1 – Rennes - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Rennes - arrival day

  • Rennes - Arrival day
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  • Parc Hamelin Oberthür
  • More

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Rennes for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Rennes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Hamelin Oberthür. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,122 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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 Rennes, La Saint-Georges. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes is O'Connell's Irish Pub. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.

Locals recommend Ouzh-Taol as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

Rennes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rennes is Fox and Friends Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rennes is Penny Lane. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Rennes and Nantes

Day 2

Day 2 – Rennes and Nantes

  • Rennes
  • Nantes
  • More

Drive 118 km, 2 hours

  • Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
  • Parc des Gayeulles
  • Parc du Thabor
  • Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes
  • More

Day 2 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 Rennes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nantes. You will stay in Nantes for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rennes is the amazing Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,087 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Parc des Gayeulles. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,176 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rennes is the outstanding parc du Thabor. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,132 visitors.

The spectacular Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,829 visitors. In addition, approximately 55,897 travelers visit this popular site annually.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Gigg's Irish Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Labo, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Nantes

Day 3

Day 3 – Nantes

  • Nantes
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Drive 10 km, 31 min

  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
  • Botanical Garden
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Le Lieu unique
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • More

On day 3 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 Rennes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Île de Versailles (Nantes). This incredible attraction is a river island and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 visitors.

Botanical Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Rennes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rennes is Château des ducs de Bretagne. Attracting 167,867 annual visitors, it's clear that Château des ducs de Bretagne is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This art project and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 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 Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

Inde et Vous is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

Locals enjoy Fleming's Irish Pub, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 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 4 – La Roche Sur Yon and Angers

Day 4

Day 4 – La Roche Sur Yon and Angers

  • Angers
  • Vendée
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Drive 177 km, 2 hours 18 min

  • The Fearless Birds Ghosts
  • Puy du Fou
  • Château d'Angers
  • More

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Rennes and the city of Angers. You’ll stay in Angers for 1 night.

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 Château d'Angers for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Angers. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Angers.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers, Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,756 customers.

Locals recommend Crêperie du Château as one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers. Crêperie du Château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Angers is Mamie Fada. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Angers, Le Héron carré. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Cour - Angers. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,026 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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Day 5 – Rochecorbon, Auzouer-en-Touraine, and Blois

Day 5

Day 5 – Rochecorbon, Auzouer-en-Touraine, and Blois

  • Tours
  • Blois
  • Rochecorbon
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 219 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Château d'Ussé
  • Château de Villandry
  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
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Day 5 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Rennes and the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Rennes is the amazing Château d'Ussé. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,588 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Château de Villandry. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,506 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Rennes is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Château de Chenonceau in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Château d'Amboise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors, this château deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Château du Clos Lucé. This attraction, a stunning museum, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 travelers.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Blois.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Suèvres and Blois

Day 6

Day 6 – Suèvres and Blois

  • Blois
  • Suèvres
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Drive 87 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Bishopric Rose Garden
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
  • More

On day 6 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Blois, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Blois.

Today you'll explore the city of Rennes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. As one of the top sights in the area, around 513,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,761 visitors.

Château de Blois is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Rennes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rennes is Bishopric Rose Garden. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 572 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Château de Cheverny. This château and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Château de Chambord. This château is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,219 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 Blois.

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

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Day 7 – Ingré, Chelles, and Rouen

Day 7

Day 7 – Ingré, Chelles, and Rouen

  • Centre-Loire Valley
  • Paris
  • Chelles
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Drive 268 km, 3 hours 30 min

  • Orléans Cathedral
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans
  • Sleeping Beauty Castle
  • More

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Blois and embark on a scenic drive to Rouen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Blois 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 Blois. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Orléans Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,178 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans. This attraction, a beloved art museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 631 visitors. Musée des Beaux-Arts d'Orléans welcomes around 51,331 yearly visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Sleeping Beauty Castle. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,147 visitors.

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 Rouen. 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 Rouen, 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 8 – Rouen

Day 8

Day 8 – Rouen

  • Paris
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Drive 15 km, 52 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • More

On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Rouen, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Rouen.

Today you'll explore the city of Rennes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Rennes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rennes is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Musée d'Orsay. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay hosts around 3,651,616 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 Rouen.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Rouen, like Le Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Rouen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Rouen. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Rouen, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

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Day 9 – Rouen

Day 9

Day 9 – Rouen

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 30 km, 1 hour 33 min

  • Louvre Museum
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Palais Garnier
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • More

On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Rouen, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Rouen.

Today you'll explore the city of Rennes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Louvre Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,825,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Rennes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rennes is Palais Garnier. This amazing attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 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 Rouen.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Rouen, like Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Les Fous de l'Île is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Rouen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Rouen, 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 Rouen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

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

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Day 10 – Rouen

Day 10

Day 10 – Rouen

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 7 km, 33 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • More

On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Rouen, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Rouen.

Today you'll explore the city of Rennes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jardin des plantes. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

Panthéon is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Rennes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rennes is Jardin du Luxembourg. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sainte Chapelle. This chapel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 visitors. Notre-Dame de Paris hosts around 12,000,000 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 Rouen.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Rouen, 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 Rouen. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Restaurant Vingt Spts, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Rouen. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Rouen, Les Fous de l'Île. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Requin Chagrin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Villepreux and Caen

Day 11

Day 11 – Villepreux and Caen

  • Caen
  • Villepreux
  • More

Drive 254 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Grand Trianon
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 11 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Rennes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Caen. You’ll stay in Caen for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rennes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rennes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Marie-Antoinette's Estate. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,865 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Grand Trianon. This maison de plaisance and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,511 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Palace of Versailles to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Palace of Versailles is a château that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Every year, around 4,741,758 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Gardens of Versailles is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,133 visitors have left this french formal garden average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 539 reviews.

The remarkable Beef & Cow is another top restaurant in Caen we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,890 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Les Fils à Maman Caen is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Caen, the fantastic L'Hydropathe. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Vertigo. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 12 – Caen and Rennes

Day 12

Day 12 – Caen and Rennes

  • Caen
  • Rennes
  • More

Drive 219 km, 2 hours 55 min

  • The "Big Bunker"
  • Caen Castle
  • Caen Botanical Garden
  • Mémorial de Caen
  • Colline aux Oiseaux
  • 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 Rennes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rennes. You will stay in Rennes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rennes is the amazing The "Big Bunker". This attraction is a defence work that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,021 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Caen Castle. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,915 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rennes is the outstanding Caen Botanical Garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,184 visitors.

The spectacular Mémorial de Caen is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating peace museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,288 visitors. In addition, approximately 349,455 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Colline aux Oiseaux. This attraction is a popular green space that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,950 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Les Fils à Maman, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

Locals also recommend Bar À Cocktails Le Irish Pub Shamrock as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. Bar À Cocktails Le Irish Pub Shamrock is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 748 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes is Café Breton. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Haricot Rouge, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rennes. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar le Saint Germain. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

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

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Day 13 – Rennes - departure day

Day 13

Day 13 – Rennes - departure day

  • Rennes - Departure day
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rennes 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rennes at La Chope before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Haricot Rouge for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rennes. The Le Haricot Rouge restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Bar le Saint Germain. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

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

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