14-Day France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Nice traveling north to Nimes, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Dijon, Grenoble, and Marseille

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 14-day road trip in France! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Nice, Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence, Nimes, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Vaulx-en-velin, Beaune, Fontainebleau, Paris, Versailles, Auxerre, Dijon, Grenoble, Avignon, and Marseille.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Nice, 1 night in Nimes, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 4 nights in Paris, 1 night in Dijon, 1 night in Grenoble, and 1 night in Marseille. 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 Nice, 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 Nice, Arles, Les Baux-de-Provence, Nimes, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Vaulx-en-velin, Beaune, Fontainebleau, Paris, Versailles, Auxerre, Dijon, Grenoble, Avignon, and Marseille, 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

Nice - Arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach Nice and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Nice, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

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

Raise a toast to the start of your 14-day road trip in France!

Day 2

Nice
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Drive 172 km, 4 hours 8 min

Mercantour National Park
Valrose Castle
Castle Hill
Ascenseur du Château
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You’ll stay in Nice for 1 night.

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

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.

Nice 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 Nice.

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

Day 3

Nice
Nîmes
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Drive 293 km, 3 hours 51 min

Mas de la Dame
Carrières des Lumières
Château des Baux-de-Provence
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Dive into day 3 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Arles and Les Baux-de-Provence. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Nimes, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 4

Nîmes
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Drive 277 km, 3 hours 32 min

Museum Romanité
Jardin de La Fontaine
Pont du Gard
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On day 4 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Nimes and La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Lyon, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

Lyon 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 Lyon.

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

Day 5

Lyon
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 44 min

Place Bellecour
Lyon Cathedral
La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
parc de la Tête d'Or
Grand Parc Miribel Jonage
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in France includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, and Vaulx-en-velin. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Beaune, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 6

Beaune
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Drive 322 km, 3 hours 44 min

Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
Palace of Fontainebleau
Forêt de Fontainebleau
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 6 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Beaune and Fontainebleau. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Paris, where will spend 4 nights.

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

After a 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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

Day 7

Paris
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Drive 77 km, 1 hour 51 min

Palace of Versailles
Arc de Triomphe
Eiffel Tower
Champ de Mars
Champs-Élysées
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On day 7 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 3 nights to spend in Paris, there’s no need to rush. Experience Versailles and Paris to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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 Paris.

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

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

Day 8

Paris
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 8 min

Sacré-Cœur
Palais Garnier
Louvre Museum
Le Marais
Montmartre
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Day 8 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Nice. You’ll stay in Paris 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.

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

Day 9

Paris
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour

Panthéon
Jardin du Luxembourg
Musée d'Orsay
Tuileries Garden
place de la Concorde
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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.

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

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

Day 10

Paris
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Drive 321 km, 3 hours 45 min

Notre-Dame de Paris
The Centre Pompidou
Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre
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On day 10 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Paris and Auxerre are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Dijon, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

Day 11

Dijon
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Drive 306 km, 3 hours 8 min

Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy
Museum of Fine Arts Dijon
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Dive into day 11 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Dijon. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Grenoble, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Grenoble, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

Day 12

Grenoble
Marseille
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Drive 326 km, 3 hours 38 min

Pont d'Avignon
Palais des Papes
Jardin des doms
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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 Avignon. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Marseille, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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

Day 13

Marseille
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Drive 212 km, 2 hours 53 min

Les Petits Trains de Marseille
Old Port of Marseille
Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
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Your itinerary for day 13 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Marseille. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Nice, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

Nice 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 Nice.

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

Day 14

Nice - Departure day
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Promenade du Paillon
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Day 14 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.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation. Savor your final moments in France at a cozy cafe while relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea.

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.

Easily make changes

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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