Relaxed 14-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Brest to Rennes, Paris, and Caen

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Set out on this 14-day relaxed road trip in France, where Brest, Rennes, Paimpont, Paris, Lisieux, Ranville, Caen, Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe, Ifs, Falaise, Colombelles, Ouistreham, and Avranches offer rich culture, beautiful views, and memorable experiences at every stop!

Travel freely with this relaxed self-drive package in France, designed for comfort and exploration. Spend 2 nights in Brest, 2 nights in Rennes, 5 nights in Paris, and 4 nights in Caen, staying at top-rated hotels near the heart of each city. Between drives, indulge in local cuisine, sip refreshing drinks, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere at popular restaurants and bars along your road trip route in France.

Your journey starts in Brest, where your rental car with CDW insurance will be ready for pickup. Choose a vehicle that suits your style, then set off on your 14-day relaxed road trip in France to explore its rich culture, fascinating history, and stunning landscapes.

Every stop on this leisurely self-drive holiday comes with handpicked accommodations that make relaxation effortless. Choose from elegant 5-star hotels with breathtaking views or comfortable 3-star stays that offer excellent value, all providing a welcoming retreat after a day on the road.

With your self-drive itinerary in France already planned, you’ll enjoy the country’s most celebrated sights without the rush. Marvel at the stunning Eiffel Tower and soak in the atmosphere of the magnificent Louvre Museum.

Enjoy each stop as you explore the history, architecture, and character of each destination on this France road trip itinerary for 14 days.

As you travel between destinations, you’ll have plenty of time to explore local markets and boutique shops. These stops give you the chance to find unique souvenirs, taste regional specialties, and experience everyday life in France.

If you want to make your 14-day relaxed self-drive tour in France even more memorable, add optional tours or activities. Join a guided excursion, discover hidden neighborhoods, or spend an afternoon in your favorite market. Each choice deepens your connection to the places you visit.

Alongside these experiences, your laid-back self-drive package in France includes 13 nights in comfortable hotels, a rental car for 14 days, and convenient access to nearby dining options. You can also add flights and entry tickets to shape the trip exactly how you want it. With 24/7 travel support and a mobile app keeping your itinerary and documents organized, you can enjoy a relaxed drive and savor every mile of the road ahead.

Turn your travel plans into reality. Book your 14-day relaxed self-drive road trip in France today and enjoy a journey filled with discovery, freedom, and unforgettable moments!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Brest - Arrival day
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  • Téléphérique De Brest
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Your relaxed road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Brest, where you'll stay for 1 night. You'll pick up your rental car in Brest and begin your adventure in France.

Brest 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.

Find your way to your hotel in Brest. 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 Brest, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in France.

Raise a toast as you look back on the highlights of today’s relaxed road trip in France. Enjoy your first taste of Brest as you soak in the city’s unique vibe.

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Brest
  • Rennes
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Drive 248 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Pont de Recouvrance
  • Tour Tanguy
  • Oceanopolis
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Day 2 of your leisurely self-drive tour in France offers another chance for an in-depth travel experience. You’ll stay in Rennes for 2 nights.

Continue your laid-back road trip in France as you make your way to Rennes. Here, you’ll find top hotels and accommodations in the city, perfect for relaxing and recharging.

Exploring the food culture in Rennes offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a night, head back out to celebrate your vacation with a drink. This is a great time to slow down, look back at your day, and raise a toast to your wonderful holiday in France.

Raise your glass to celebrate another day of your laid-back and relaxed road trip experience in France!

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Rennes
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Drive 98 km, 2 hours 24 min

  • La forêt de Brocéliande
  • Parc des Tanneurs
  • parc du Thabor
  • Parc Hamelin Oberthür
  • Parc des Gayeulles
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On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Rennes, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Rennes will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

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

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

A visit to a top-rated local bar is one of the most refreshing ways to cap off a beautiful night in Rennes.

Grab a drink and enjoy every passing minute of this night of your relaxed road trip experience in France!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Rennes
  • Paris
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Drive 356 km, 3 hours 54 min

  • Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
  • Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes
  • BRAIN
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Day 4 of your self-drive tour in France offers a chance to experience the country’s diversity. You’ll stay in Paris for 5 nights. Along the way, you’ll glimpse local life and explore some of the most remarkable places in France.

In Paris, you’ll find plenty of places to unwind after a day on the road. Our top recommendations go perfectly with your laid-back road trip in France.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of France. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Paris, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Paris. The bars in Paris make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in France!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • 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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Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Brest. There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Brest that will make your slow-paced self-drive tour in France more memorable.

Mealtimes are the perfect opportunities to immerse yourself in the local culture of France. When you're not appreciating the best places to visit in Paris, explore the city like a local by trying out the best restaurants in the area.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Paris. The bars in Paris make the perfect setting for a laid-back drink and chilled hangout with your travel companions.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Paris
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Drive 8 km, 57 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Sainte Chapelle
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Another way to make your easygoing and relaxed road trip in France more special is by joining unique tours and activities.

Exploring the food culture in Paris offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Paris and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Toast to another amazing day in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • 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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Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about France. Check out all of the tours you can join this day of your leisurely self-drive holiday in France and ensure the experience of a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, the city has a variety of restaurants and cuisines to suit your palate and complement your relaxed road trip experience. Take a leisurely walk around Paris, while looking for a place to eat. Or, check out our top recommendations and treat yourself to a nice meal.

Hang out and unwind at some of the top bars in Paris.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in France!

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Paris
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Drive 40 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • La Villette
  • parc des Buttes-Chaumont
  • The Centre Pompidou
  • place des Vosges
  • Vincennes Woods
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Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Paris.

France makes the perfect setting for a calming but fun road trip experience. Aside from amazing sights, France also offers plenty of tours to enhance your relaxed road trip experience.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Before calling it a day, visit one of the best bars in Paris. There, you can look back on the highlights of today’s pleasant and invigorating travel experiences, have friendly conversations with locals, and unwind.

Grab yourself a drink and savor every moment of your relaxed road trip experience in France!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Paris
  • Caen
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Parc zoologique de Lisieux
  • Basilica of Saint Therese of Lisieux
  • Memorial Pegasus
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On day 9 of your laid-back road trip adventure in France, you can visit several remarkable places. With the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive tour, you decide how much time to spend in each, making the most of these memorable destinations.

When you’re not exploring beautiful places, you can relax in Caen. Here, you can choose from the best hotels and other accommodations as you get to know more about the culture in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Caen has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

Experience the amazing nightlife in Caen and unwind at the coolest bars in the city.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible, relaxed road trip adventure in the magical Caen!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Caen
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 18 min

  • Colline aux Oiseaux
  • Mémorial de Caen
  • Vallée des Jardins
  • Caen Botanical Garden
  • L'Abbaye-aux-Hommes
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On day 10 of your relaxed road trip in France, you’ll start your self-paced adventure in Caen and visit amazing attractions in Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe and Caen, just outside the city. You still have 3 nights left in Caen, so today is another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in the area.

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

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily, Caen has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences to continue your laid-back and stress-free discovery of the city.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Caen and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate it.

Raise your glass in celebration of your freedom and relaxed road trip adventure in France!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Caen
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Drive 26 km, 1 hour

  • Forêt d'Ifs
  • Parc Michel d'Ornano
  • The Abbey of Sainte-Trinité
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Caen
  • Caen Castle
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Your relaxed road trip in France continues on day 11 with more unforgettable memories to make. Today, you’ll get to know France better by exploring the top attractions of Caen and beyond. With 2 nights left in Caen, you’ll still have time to eat and unwind at popular restaurants and bars in the city.

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

When you’re not driving and exploring some of the best places in France, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Caen.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Caen and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Cherish every minute of your relaxed road trip vacation across France.

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Caen
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Drive 110 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Château de Falaise
  • Château de Beauregard
  • Le Grand Bunker - Museum of the Atlantic Wall
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On day 12 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Caen, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Caen will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

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

Exploring the food culture in Caen offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Free your mind of worries as you enjoy the taste of freedom on your laid-back road trip adventure across France.

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Caen
  • Brest
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Drive 390 km, 4 hours 23 min

  • Scriptorial
  • Écomusée de la Baie du Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Les Traversées De Ludo - Guide de la baie du Mont-Saint Michel
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Day 13 of your relaxed road trip in France will take you on a self-paced journey to more than one incredible place in one day. See some of the best attractions in France, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

After a day of exploration, relax at one of the top hotels or accommodations in Brest. Staying in the city gives you a comfortable, welcoming place to recharge during your laid-back road trip in France.

After a laid-back day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely and peaceful dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

Take a stroll around the area, head back to your accommodation for the night, or continue your evening at one of the best-rated bars in the city.

Toast to another amazing day in France!

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Brest - Departure day
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  • US Naval Monument at Brest
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Day 14 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you’re flying home, return your rental car with time to spare.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation. You can also browse through boutiques for stylish fashion choices.

Over a good meal, take a moment to unwind and reflect on the past 14 days of your relaxed road trip.

The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 14-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.

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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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