14-Day France Road Trip from Tours to Bordeaux, Toulouse, Nimes, and Lyon

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14 days & 13 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
13 nights included
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14 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 14-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 Tours, 2 nights in Bordeaux, 1 night in Toulouse, 2 nights in Nimes, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 3 nights in Paris, and 1 night in Blois, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Rochecorbon, Tours, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Carcassonne, Nimes, Arles, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Blois, Suèvres, and Auzouer-en-Touraine. We'll help you experience the best 14 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Tours, 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 have 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 Rochecorbon, Tours, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Carcassonne, Nimes, Arles, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Blois, Suèvres, and Auzouer-en-Touraine, 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 13 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 13 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. 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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Hotel, 13 nights
Rental car, 14 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Tours aerial panoramic view. Tours is a city in the Loire valley of France.Tours / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 1 night
Photo of Toulouse and Garonne river aerial panoramic view, France.Toulouse / 1 night
Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 2 nights
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 2 nights
Avignon - city in FranceAvignon
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne
Arles - city in FranceArles
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Suèvres
Auzouer-en-Touraine

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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 scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of the greenhouse of the Parc de la Tete d'Or, Lyon, France.Parc de la Tête d'Or
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 Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes), once fortress and palace, one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, at morning, Avignon, France.Palais des Papes
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
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Pont du GardPont du Gard
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Aerial view of The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Lyon city.The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica in Lyon.Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
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
Jardin de La Fontaine, Nimes, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin de La Fontaine
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Pont d'Avignon, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FrancePont d'Avignon
Cité du VinCité du Vin
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Basilica of Saint Sernin is a Roman Catholic church in Toulouse, FranceBasilica of St Sernin
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
Saint Andre Cathedral of Bordeaux - France, AquitaineBordeaux Cathedral
Ornithological Park of Pont de Gau
Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Michel, Le Busca, Empalot, Saint-Agne, Toulouse Sud-Est, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des Plantes
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Musée Aeroscopia, Blagnac, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceMusée Aeroscopia
Place de la Cathedrale and Saint Gatien´s cathedral in Tours, FranceTours Cathedral
photo of a kiosk at the beautiful Grand Rond Park at morning in Toulouse, France.Grand Rond
Place du ParlementPlace du Parlement
Square Charles de GaulleSquare Charles de Gaulle
Prébendes d'Oé Garden
Musée des Beaux-Arts de ToursMusée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
Collégiale Saint Martin et Tour Charlemagne

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Day 1 - Tours - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Tours - arrival day

  • Tours - Arrival Day
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  • Prébendes d'Oé Garden
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tours. You’ll stay in Tours for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Tours has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Prébendes d'Oé Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 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 Tours, The Pale. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is LA MAISON DES HALLES. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Locals recommend Le Turon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Tours also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tours is Bar Le Corsaire. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is La réserve. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 14-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 - Tours and Bordeaux

Day 2

Day 2 - Tours and Bordeaux

  • Tours
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 349 km, 3 hours 45 min

  • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
  • Tours Cathedral
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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 Tours and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bordeaux. You will stay in Bordeaux for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Tours is the amazing Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours. As such, over 68,754 people visit Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,115 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Tours Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,212 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Approximately 68,754 travelers come to Tours every year to see the stunning Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours with their own eyes.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try suzzi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals also recommend Symbiose as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. Symbiose is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

After dinner, visit The Connemara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Molly Malone's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

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Day 3 - Bordeaux

Day 3

Day 3 - Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 10 km, 52 min

  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • Place du Parlement
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Cité du Vin
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Bordeaux, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Bordeaux.

Today you'll explore the city of Bordeaux. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bordeaux Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,591 visitors.

Place du Parlement is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Bordeaux. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,489 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Bordeaux is place de la Bourse. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 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 Bordeaux.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux, like Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

The Connemara is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Locals enjoy Restaurant Melodie, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Le Bar à Vin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Houses Of Parliament. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Sherlock Holmes Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

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

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Day 4 - Bordeaux and Toulouse

Day 4

Day 4 - Bordeaux and Toulouse

  • Toulouse
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 270 km, 3 hours 35 min

  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Jardin Public
  • Musée Aeroscopia
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Grand Rond
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bordeaux and the city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bordeaux today is Monument aux Girondins. This excellent attraction is a column that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing jardin public, an outstanding urban park, in the city of Bordeaux. Around 12,341 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Jardin des Plantes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Toulouse. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

This outstanding urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,069 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse, La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Locals recommend Grain De Folie as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. Grain De Folie is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Le Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Toulouse, The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The George and Dragon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

The London Town is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Toulouse. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers.

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

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Day 5 - Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Nimes

Day 5

Day 5 - Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Nimes

  • Toulouse
  • Nîmes
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 294 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Square Charles de Gaulle
  • Basilica of St Sernin
  • Château Comtal
  • Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
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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 Toulouse and the city of Carcassonne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Toulouse is the amazing Basilica of St. Sernin. This attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Toulouse 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 Comtal in the city of Carcassonne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Carcassonne is the outstanding Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors, this best-rated sightseeing destination deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction, a stunning fortress, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 travelers.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Instant T as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. L'Instant T is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Gard O Wine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

After dinner, visit O’Flaherty’s, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La bonne mousse. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

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Day 6 - Arles and Nimes

Day 6

Day 6 - Arles and Nimes

  • Nîmes
  • Arles
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Drive 171 km, 3 hours 28 min

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

Today you'll explore the city of Arles.

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 Nimes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, like Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

Les Caves de Bernis is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nimes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Prolé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is another of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

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

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Day 7 - Nimes, Cabrières-d'Avignon, and Lyon

Day 7

Day 7 - Nimes, Cabrières-d'Avignon, and Lyon

  • Nîmes
  • Avignon
  • Lyon
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Drive 299 km, 4 hours 1 min

  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Pont du Gard
  • Pont d'Avignon
  • Palais des Papes
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Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Nimes and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nimes 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 Nimes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Pont du Gard. This attraction, a beloved arch bridge, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palais des Papes. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 36,931 visitors. Around 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes every year.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like L Bar food & drink. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,758 customers.

Locals also recommend Bouchon Tupin, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. Bouchon Tupin is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at L'Institut Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit The Phantom of the Opera to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Black Forest Society has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 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 - Beaune

Day 8

Day 8 - Beaune

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 44 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Beaune. You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night.

This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely parc de la Tête d'Or is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 50,621 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Beaune 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 Bout du Monde. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 343 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot du Coin is another top restaurant in Beaune we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Rest O Bar is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Beaune, the fantastic Barbizier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 9 - Paris

Day 9

Day 9 - Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 310 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Beaune and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Beaune and Paris 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 Beaune. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Beaune is the stunning Park Bouzaise. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,309 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Paris and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Paris has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Panthéon. This mausoleum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sainte Chapelle. This chapel and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

The lovely Notre-Dame de Paris is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 45,788 visitors have left this catholic cathedral an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 12,000,000 visits every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Paris, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

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 Paris. 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 Paris, 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 10 - Paris

Day 10

Day 10 - Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 12 km, 1 hour 17 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Palais Garnier
  • More

On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. 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.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum attracts about 2,825,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Musée d'Orsay. Attracting 3,651,616 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée d'Orsay is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 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 Palais Garnier. This opera house is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 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 Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, 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 Paris. 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 Paris. 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 Paris, 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 11 - Paris

Day 11

Day 11 - Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 35 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • La Villette
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • More

On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is La Villette. This incredible attraction is a commune of france and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. 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 Paris is Pont Alexandre III. This amazing attraction is a deck arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,743,823 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

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 Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, 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 Paris. 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 Paris, 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 Paris. 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 12 - Paris, Villepreux, and Blois

Day 12

Day 12 - Paris, Villepreux, and Blois

  • Paris
  • Blois
  • Villepreux
  • More

Drive 211 km, 3 hours 7 min

  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Palace of Versailles
  • More

Day 12 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Centre Georges Pompidou. This excellent attraction is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Each year, Centre Georges Pompidou attracts over 3,273,867 local and international travelers.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Champ de Mars, an outstanding urban park, in the city of Paris. Around 172,488 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Eiffel Tower. Attracting over 6,207,303 visitors in a single year, it's clear that Eiffel Tower is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

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 Palace of Versailles for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Villepreux. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Approximately 4,741,758 people visit Villepreux every year to see the fantastic Palace of Versailles.

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

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

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

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Day 13 - Suèvres, Auzouer-en-Touraine, and Tours

Day 13

Day 13 - Suèvres, Auzouer-en-Touraine, and Tours

  • Blois
  • Tours
  • Suèvres
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
  • More

Drive 127 km, 2 hours 46 min

  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Suèvres 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 Suèvres is the amazing Château de Blois. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Château de Chambord. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Suèvres 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 Tours.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La réserve, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Locals also recommend Casse-Cailloux as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. Casse-Cailloux is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

After dinner, visit Délirium café, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Au Fût et à mesure. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 422 customers.

Alternatively, Au Lapin Qui Fume is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 486 customers.

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

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Day 14 - Tours - departure day

Day 14

Day 14 - Tours - departure day

  • Tours - Departure Day
  • More
  • Collégiale Saint Martin et Tour Charlemagne
  • More

Day 14 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Tours 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.

Collégiale Saint Martin et Tour Charlemagne is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tours. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 222 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tours at L'idée Hall before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant La Deuvalière for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tours. The Restaurant La Deuvalière restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 499 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Au Martin Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

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

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