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

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Explore the best of France on a remarkable 14-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Paris, Versailles, Châtenay-Malabry, Ranville, Caen, Sainte-Mère-Église, Saint-Côme-du-Mont, Rouen, Amiens, Arras, Lille, Givenchy-en-Gohelle, Lens, Reims, Compiegne, and Vineuil-Saint-Firmin.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 6 nights in Paris, 2 nights in Caen, 1 night in Rouen, 1 night in Amiens, 2 nights in Lille, and 1 night in Compiegne. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in France. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Paris, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in France. Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Paris, Versailles, Châtenay-Malabry, Ranville, Caen, Sainte-Mère-Église, Saint-Côme-du-Mont, Rouen, Amiens, Arras, Lille, Givenchy-en-Gohelle, Lens, Reims, Compiegne, and Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Throughout your road trip in France, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in France.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in France today!

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • place de la Concorde
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Say hello to Paris! Your exciting road trip through France is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Paris for 5 nights before you continue your adventure!

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

As afternoon approaches, head to your chosen hotel in Paris. Check-in typically starts around 2 to 4 PM at hotels in France. We recommend staying at a central location for easy access to key areas in 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 Paris, 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!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
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You’ll stay in Paris for 4 nights.

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.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Paris
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Drive 11 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Louvre Museum
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Pont Alexandre III
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Day 3 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 3 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.

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Paris
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Drive 22 km, 1 hour 29 min

  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Vincennes Woods
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You have 2 nights left in Paris. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Paris
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Drive 57 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Grand Trianon
  • Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
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Wake up to day 5 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Versailles. With 1 night to stay in Paris, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Paris
  • Caen
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Drive 282 km, 3 hours 18 min

  • Departmental Estate of Sceaux
  • Memorial Pegasus
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Your itinerary for day 6 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Châtenay-Malabry and Ranville. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Caen, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Caen
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Drive 190 km, 2 hours 22 min

  • Utah Beach Landing Museum
  • Airborne Museum
  • D-Day Experience
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On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Caen, where you have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

Caen is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Caen.

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

  • Caen
  • Rouen
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Drive 137 km, 2 hours 5 min

  • L'Abbaye-aux-Hommes
  • St Peter's Catholic Church
  • Caen Castle
  • Mémorial de Caen
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On day 8 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Caen are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Rouen, where you will stay for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Rouen. Rouen 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 Rouen, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Rouen
  • Amiens
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Drive 121 km, 1 hour 38 min

  • Rouen Cathedral
  • Le Gros-Horloge
  • St Joan of Arc's Church
  • place du Vieux-Marché
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On day 9 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Rouen. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Amiens, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

Amiens 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 Amiens.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in France!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Amiens
  • Lille
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Drive 120 km, 2 hours 20 min

  • Notre-Dame d'Amiens
  • St Pierre Park
  • Jules Verne House
  • Grand' Place
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 10 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Amiens and Arras. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lille, where will spend 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Lille. 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 Lille's best restaurants.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Lille
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Drive 105 km, 1 hour 54 min

  • Canadian National Vimy Memorial
  • Louvre-Lens Museum
  • Park Cytises
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lille, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Givenchy-en-Gohelle and Lens.

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

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

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Lille
  • Compiègne
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Drive 306 km, 4 hours

  • Palais Rihour
  • Column of the Goddess
  • La Vieille Bourse
  • Reims Cathedral
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Dive into day 12 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Lille and Reims. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Compiegne, 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 Compiegne. Compiegne 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 Compiegne. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Compiègne
  • Paris
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Drive 102 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Château de Chantilly
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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 Vineuil-Saint-Firmin. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Paris, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Paris - Departure day
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  • Jardin des plantes
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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.

Explore high-end stores offering an exquisite selection of luxury items.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in France!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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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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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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