Two-Week France Road Trip from Grenoble to Lyon, Auxerre, Paris, and Caen

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15 days & 14 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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14 nights included
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15 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 15-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 Grenoble, 2 nights in Lyon, 1 night in Auxerre, 5 nights in Paris, 1 night in Caen, 1 night in Nantes, 1 night in Blois, and 1 night in Clermont-Ferrand, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Grenoble, Lyon, Auxerre, Paris, Caen, Nantes, Blois, and Clermont-Ferrand. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Grenoble, 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 Sacré-Cœur, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Disneyland Paris and learn more about the unique Palace of Versailles to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Grenoble, Lyon, Auxerre, Paris, Caen, Nantes, Blois, and Clermont-Ferrand, 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 14 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 14 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, 14 nights
Rental car, 15 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Photo of Church of Saint-Pierre in Caen, Normandy, France.Caen / 1 night
Photo of panoramic view of the city of Clermont-Ferrand with its cathedral, France.Clermont-Ferrand / 1 night
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 5 nights
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune
Suèvres
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 1 night
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 2 nights
Photo of morning cityscape view with mountains, river and bridge in Grenoble city on the south-east of France.Grenoble / 2 nights
Auxerre - city in FranceAuxerre / 1 night
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Saint-Étienne - city in FranceSaint-Étienne
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 Disneyland Paris castle, France.Disneyland Paris
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 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 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
photo of Temple of Love in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris Park in autumn in France.Bois de Vincennes
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Beautiful sunrise at the Pont Alexandre III and Les Invalides in ParisLes Invalides
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 the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
Panoramic view of Grand Palais (Great Palace) in Paris, France. Grand palais has more than 1.5 mln visitors per year, no peopleGrand Palais
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
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
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
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FranceHôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
photo of the Jaude square during the morning light in Clermont-Ferrand city in central France.Place de Jaude
photo of shrubs trimmed in the form of cones and roses in Lecoq City Park (Jardin Lecoq) in Clermont-Ferrand, France.Jardin Lecoq
photo of morning view on the Victory square with monument and Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral in Clermont-Ferrand city in France.Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
Parc Paul MistralParc Paul Mistral
Parc zoologique de Champrepus
La Moutarderie Fallot
Parc de l'Europe
Park Bouzaise, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FrancePark Bouzaise
The museum and its gardens © Jack Trebor ProdMusée dauphinois
Matra automobile museum space, Romorantin-Lanthenay, Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceMatra automobile museum space
Place de la République, Lyon 2e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FrancePlace de la République
Fontaine du Lion, Secteur 2, Grenoble, Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceFontaine du Lion
Vallée des jardinsVallée des Jardins
The Ancien Evêché Museum entranceMusée de l'Ancien Évêché
Apollo Fountain, Notre-Dame, Versailles, Yvelines, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceApollo Fountain
Porte Saint-Laurent
L'Ile d'Or

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Day 1 – Grenoble - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Grenoble - arrival day

  • Grenoble - Arrival day
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  • Parc Paul Mistral
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Grenoble. You’ll stay in Grenoble for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Grenoble has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parc Paul Mistral. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,848 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 Grenoble, Restaurant La Petite Idée. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is Pizzeria Come Prima. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,055 customers.

Locals recommend La Ferme à Dédé as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,169 customers.

Grenoble also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Grenoble is L'Ardoise. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,127 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Grenoble is le coq hardi. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 991 customers.

Locals also enjoy Pub Shakesbeer. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 850 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 15-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Lyon

Day 2

Day 2 – Lyon

  • Grenoble
  • Lyon
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Drive 114 km, 1 hour 36 min

  • Musée de l'Ancien Évêché
  • Fontaine du Lion
  • Musée dauphinois
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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 Grenoble and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lyon. You will stay in Lyon for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Grenoble is the amazing musée de l'Ancien Évêché. As such, over 54,210 people visit musée de l'Ancien Évêché yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 607 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Fontaine du Lion. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Grenoble is the outstanding Musée dauphinois. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,185 visitors. Approximately 54,210 travelers come to Grenoble every year to see the stunning musée de l'Ancien Évêché with their own eyes.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, Kaffee Berlin is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,079 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon

Day 3

Day 3 – Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon

  • Lyon
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Drive 16 km, 1 hour 32 min

  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Place Bellecour
  • Place de la République
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lyon, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Lyon.

Today you'll explore the city of Caluire-et-Cuire. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is parc de la Tête d'Or. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 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 Lyon.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, like Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Slake Coffee House is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lyon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,684 customers.

Locals enjoy Dam's Pub, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lyon. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lyon, Ninkasi Sans Souci. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,985 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Livestation DIY - Lyon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,452 customers.

Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is another of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Auxerre

Day 4

Day 4 – Auxerre

  • Auxerre
  • Beaune
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Drive 305 km, 3 hours 26 min

  • La Moutarderie Fallot
  • Park Bouzaise
  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • More

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Lyon and embark on a scenic drive to Auxerre, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lyon 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 Lyon. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Église Saint-Eusèbe. This attraction is a church that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 129 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Park Bouzaise. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,309 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 5 – Fontainebleau, Chessy, and Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Fontainebleau, Chessy, and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 219 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Disneyland Paris
  • Bois de Vincennes
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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 Paris and the city of Fontainebleau. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Paris is the amazing bois de Vincennes. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,777 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Paris 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 Palace of Fontainebleau in the city of Fontainebleau for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit La Coupole, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Alternatively, Le Fumoir is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 34 km, 1 hour 38 min

  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Louvre Museum
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • La Villette
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On day 6 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 4 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 Centre Georges Pompidou. As one of the top sights in the area, around 3,273,867 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 55,213 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 Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding La Villette. This commune of france and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 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 Angelina. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy To Restaurant Paris, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Le Mesturet. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour 27 min

  • Grand Palais
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Les Invalides
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
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On day 7 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 3 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 Grand Palais. As one of the top sights in the area, around 1,500,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,503 visitors.

Pont Alexandre III is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Les Invalides. This amazing attraction is a building complex and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,459 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Champ de Mars. This urban park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower hosts around 6,207,303 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 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, Harry's New York Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dirty Dick. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Bisou. 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 1,248 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 26 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Palais Garnier
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • More

On day 8 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 Sacré-Cœur. As one of the top sights in the area, around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

Palais Garnier is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 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 Musée d'Orsay. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay hosts around 3,651,616 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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 Saint James Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 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.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like The Highlander. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 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 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 8 km, 57 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • More

On day 9 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 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.

Jardin du Luxembourg is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Panthéon. This amazing attraction is a mausoleum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Each year, approximately 12,000,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Sainte Chapelle. This chapel is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,376 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.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Les Fous de l'Île. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like L'Imprévu Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Tiger is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

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

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Day 10 – Versailles and Caen

Day 10

Day 10 – Versailles and Caen

  • Caen
  • Villepreux
  • More

Drive 281 km, 3 hours 32 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Apollo Fountain
  • Vallée des Jardins
  • More

Day 10 of your road trip will take you to the city of Caen and the city of Versailles. You’ll stay in Caen for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Caen today is Vallée des Jardins. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 719 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 Versailles. 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 Versailles every year to see the fantastic Palace of Versailles.

This outstanding french formal garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Apollo Fountain in the town of Versailles. This attraction, a stunning must-see tourist destination, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 576 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen, Le Sans Gêne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,075 customers.

Locals recommend Stéphane Carbone Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Caen. Stéphane Carbone Restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Caen is Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Caen, Villa Eugène. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Vertigo is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Caen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

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

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Day 11 – Champrepus and Nantes

Day 11

Day 11 – Champrepus and Nantes

  • Nantes
  • More

Drive 319 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Parc zoologique de Champrepus
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • More

Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Caen and embark on a scenic drive to Nantes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Caen 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 Caen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This attraction is an art project that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,332 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Château des ducs de Bretagne. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,724 visitors. Château des ducs de Bretagne welcomes around 167,867 yearly visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Locals also recommend Pickles, another of the best restaurants in Nantes. Pickles is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at La Cantine Du Curé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Nantes, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Délirium Café. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Délirium Café has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

The Coffee House is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 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 12 – Chenonceaux, Amboise, and Blois

Day 12

Day 12 – Chenonceaux, Amboise, and Blois

  • Blois
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
  • More

Drive 295 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • L'Ile d'Or
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 12 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Chenonceaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Blois. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Chenonceaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Chenonceaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château de Chenonceau. This much-appreciated château and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Chenonceaux has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Blois. Blois 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 Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 160 reviews.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 13 – Chambord, Cheverny, and Clermont-Ferrand

Day 13

Day 13 – Chambord, Cheverny, and Clermont-Ferrand

  • Blois
  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 312 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Matra automobile museum space
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Blois and the city of Chambord. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Blois 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.

Joining a top-rated tour in Blois 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 Chambord in the city of Chambord for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Lard De Vivre, one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

Locals also recommend Five Guys Clermont-Ferrand as one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. Five Guys Clermont-Ferrand is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is La Gourmandine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

After dinner, visit The Still Irish Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Les BerThoM. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Alternatively, Buffalo Grill - Clermont Ferrand is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,523 customers.

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

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Day 14 – Grenoble

Day 14

Day 14 – Grenoble

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Saint-Étienne
  • Grenoble
  • More

Drive 306 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Place de Jaude
  • Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
  • Jardin Lecoq
  • Parc de l'Europe
  • More

Day 14 of your road trip will take you to the city of Clermont-Ferrand and the city of Saint-Étienne. You’ll stay in Grenoble for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Clermont-Ferrand today is place de Jaude. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,034 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral, an outstanding catholic cathedral, in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. Around 4,232 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Jardin Lecoq. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,878 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 Parc de l'Europe for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Saint-Étienne. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,524 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble, My Little Warung Grenoble. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,183 customers.

Locals recommend La Cuisine des Tontons as one of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble. La Cuisine des Tontons is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Grenoble is Cedar Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 840 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Grenoble, Restaurant La Table des Bro's Grenoble. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 682 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le Champollion Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Bar Au RENCARD is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Grenoble. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 555 customers.

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

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Day 15 – Grenoble - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Grenoble - departure day

  • Grenoble - Departure day
  • More
  • Porte Saint-Laurent
  • More

Day 15 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Grenoble 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.

Porte Saint-Laurent is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Grenoble. This door and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 184 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Grenoble at Kai iwi Café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux for your last chance at a meal in the city of Grenoble. The Restaurant Une Semaine sur Deux restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 776 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try OWASABI. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 708 customers.

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

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