Two-Week France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Carcassonne to Toulouse, Albi, Sarlat La Caneda, Bordeaux, Amboise, Lyon, and Avignon

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in France! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Carcassonne, Toulouse, Albi, Cordes-sur-Ciel, Montignac-Lascaux, Sarlat La Caneda, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Bordeaux, Le Bouscat, Arcachon, Amboise, Blois, Tours, Lyon, Bron, Caluire-et-Cuire, Avignon, Uzès, and Nimes.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 3 nights in Carcassonne, 1 night in Toulouse, 1 night in Albi, 2 nights in Sarlat La Caneda, 2 nights in Bordeaux, 2 nights in Amboise, 2 nights in Lyon, and 1 night in Avignon. 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 Carcassonne, 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. Cité De Carcassonne and Parc De La Tête D'or are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Carcassonne, Toulouse, Albi, Cordes-sur-Ciel, Montignac-Lascaux, Sarlat La Caneda, Castelnaud-la-Chapelle, Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Bordeaux, Le Bouscat, Arcachon, Amboise, Blois, Tours, Lyon, Bron, Caluire-et-Cuire, Avignon, Uzès, and Nimes, 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.

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Day 1

Day 1

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

Carcassonne is a beautiful town with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the town 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 Carcassonne. 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 town.

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

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in France!

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Day 2

Day 2

  • Carcassonne
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Drive 5 km, 25 min

  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Musée de l'Ecole
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
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Day 2 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse
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Drive 95 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Muséum de Toulouse
  • Pont-Neuf
  • Basilica of St. Sernin
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On day 3 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Toulouse. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Toulouse, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

Toulouse 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 Toulouse.

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Toulouse
  • Albi
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Drive 125 km, 1 hour 57 min

  • Sainte-Cecile Cathedral of Albi
  • Berbie Palace
  • Musée Toulouse-Lautrec
  • Pont Vieux
  • Halles de Cordes-sur-Ciel
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Albi and Cordes-sur-Ciel. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Albi, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Albi. Albi 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 Albi. 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 5

Day 5

  • Albi
  • Sarlat-la-Canéda
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Drive 262 km, 3 hours 45 min

  • Lascaux International Center of Parietal Art
  • Manor Gisson
  • Castelnaud-la-Chapelle Castle
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On day 5 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Montignac-Lascaux, Sarlat La Caneda, and Castelnaud-la-Chapelle are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Sarlat La Caneda, where you will stay for 2 nights.

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

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 Sarlat La Caneda, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Sarlat-la-Canéda
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Drive 38 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • Château de Beynac
  • The Marqueyssac gardens
  • Les Mystérieux graffiti
  • Grotte de Domme
  • Panorama
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On day 6 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Sarlat La Caneda, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the town. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Sarlat La Caneda, there’s no need to rush. Experience Beynac-et-Cazenac, La Roque-Gageac, and Domme to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

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

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Sarlat-la-Canéda
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 215 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Musée du Vin et du Négoce de Bordeaux
  • parc bordelais
  • Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux
  • miroir d'eau
  • place de la Bourse
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Dive into day 7 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Bordeaux and Le Bouscat. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Bordeaux, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 146 km, 2 hours 29 min

  • Dune of Pilat
  • Observatoire Sainte-Cécile
  • Parc Mauresque
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Greet day 8 of your road trip in France with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Bordeaux, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Arcachon.

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Bordeaux
  • Amboise
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Drive 543 km, 6 hours 11 min

  • Château de Chambord
  • L'Ile d'Or
  • Jacques-Gabriel Bridge
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Your itinerary for day 9 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Amboise and Blois. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Amboise, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Amboise
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Drive 156 km, 2 hours 16 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château de Villandry
  • Castle of Aulée
  • Musée Maurice Dufresne
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On day 10 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Amboise, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate town, including Tours.

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

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

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Amboise
  • Lyon
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Drive 470 km, 4 hours 32 min

  • Musée Cinéma et Miniature
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Place Bellecour
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On day 11 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Lyon. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Lyon, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Lyon. 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 Lyon. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Lyon
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Drive 31 km, 1 hour 44 min

  • Great Mosque of Lyon
  • parc de la Tête d'Or
  • Fresque des Lyonnais
  • Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
  • La Croix-Rousse
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Wake up to day 12 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Bron, Caluire-et-Cuire, and Lyon. With 1 night to stay in Lyon, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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

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.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Lyon
  • Avignon
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Drive 230 km, 2 hours 49 min

  • Jardin des doms
  • Palais des Papes
  • Remparts d'Avignon
  • Musée Lapidaire
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 13 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Avignon. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Avignon, where will spend 1 night.

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

Avignon 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 Avignon.

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Avignon
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 269 km, 4 hours 2 min

  • Pont du Gard
  • La vallée de l'Eure à Uzès
  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Musée des beaux-arts de Nîmes
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On day 14 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard, Uzès, and Nimes are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Carcassonne, 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 Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Carcassonne - Departure day
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  • Carcassonne Castle Panorama View Point
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Day 15 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.

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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