Two-Week France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Grenoble traveling north to Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Caen, Nantes, Blois, and Clermont-Ferrand

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 15-day road trip through France. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 2 nights in Grenoble, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 5 nights in Paris, 1 night in Caen, 2 nights in Nantes, 1 night in Blois, and 1 night in Clermont-Ferrand. 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 Grenoble, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

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

As you hit the open road and drive through Grenoble, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Beaune, Fontainebleau, Paris, Versailles, Caen, Avranches, Nantes, Amboise, Blois, Romorantin-lanthenay, and Clermont-Ferrand, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in France.

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

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

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

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Day 1

Day 1

  • Grenoble - Arrival day
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  • Parc Paul Mistral
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Welcome to Grenoble, the perfect starting point for your road trip in France! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 1 night discovering what to see in Grenoble before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

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

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

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

  • Grenoble
  • Lyon
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Drive 115 km, 1 hour 33 min

  • Les Serres Botaniques
  • musée de l'Ancien Évêché
  • Museum of Grenoble
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On day 2 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Grenoble are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Lyon, where you will stay for 1 night.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Grenoble.

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

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.

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 168 km, 2 hours 46 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
  • Fresque des Lyonnais
  • parc de la Tête d'Or
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Lyon and Caluire-et-Cuire. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Beaune, where will spend 1 night.

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

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Beaune. 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 4

Day 4

  • Beaune
  • Paris
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Drive 322 km, 3 hours 48 min

  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • Basilica of Our Lady
  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Forêt de Fontainebleau
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On day 4 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Beaune and Fontainebleau. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Paris, where you’ll be staying for 5 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Paris
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 10 min

  • Vincennes Woods
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Rue Mouffetard
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You’ll stay in Paris for 4 nights.

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

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 37 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • The Centre Pompidou
  • La Villette
  • Le Marais
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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 Paris. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Paris
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Drive 14 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Les Invalides
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • place de la Concorde
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Champs-Élysées
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You have 2 nights left in Paris. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

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

Paris 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 Paris.

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Paris
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Drive 15 km, 1 hour 20 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Palais Garnier
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Montmartre
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Day 8 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Grenoble. You’ll stay in Paris for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Set aside time today to explore Montmartre, a standout neighborhood that reflects the essence of the city. While you're there, you'll also be within reach of some of the city's top landmarks, making it easy to maximize your day.

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

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

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Paris
  • Caen
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Drive 271 km, 3 hours 31 min

  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Pont Neuf
  • Louvre Museum
  • Palace of Versailles
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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 Paris and Versailles. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Caen, where you'll spend 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Caen, 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 Caen's best restaurants.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Caen
  • Nantes
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Drive 295 km, 3 hours 20 min

  • St Peter's Catholic Church
  • Caen Castle
  • Scriptorial
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Caen and Avranches. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Nantes, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

Nantes 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 Nantes.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Nantes
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Drive 179 km, 2 hours 35 min

  • Puy du Fou
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Botanical Garden
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Greet day 11 of your road trip in France with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Nantes, 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 La Forge and Nantes.

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

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

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Nantes
  • Blois
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Drive 297 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
  • Château du Clos Lucé
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On day 12 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Amboise are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Blois, 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 Blois. Blois 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 Blois's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Blois
  • Clermont-Ferrand
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Drive 303 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Château de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • Matra automobile museum space
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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 2 places, which are Blois and Romorantin-lanthenay. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Clermont-Ferrand, where will spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Grenoble
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Drive 277 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • Statue of Vercingetorix
  • place de Jaude
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On day 14 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Clermont-Ferrand. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Grenoble, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

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

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

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Grenoble - Departure day
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  • Fontaine du Lion
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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.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
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