Two-Week France Road Trip from La Rochelle to Angouleme, Tours, Blois, and Orléans

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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 La Rochelle, 1 night in Angoulême, 1 night in Tours, 2 nights in Blois, 1 night in Orléans, 4 nights in Paris, 2 nights in Angers, and 1 night in Nantes, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in La Rochelle, Angoulême, Rochecorbon, Tours, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Orléans, Paris, Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in La Rochelle, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through La Rochelle, Angoulême, Rochecorbon, Tours, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Orléans, Paris, Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes, 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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Included

Hotel, 14 nights
Rental car, 15 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

La Rochelle - city in FranceLa Rochelle / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
Photo of Tours aerial panoramic view. Tours is a city in the Loire valley of France.Tours / 1 night
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 1 night
Angers - city in FranceAngers / 2 nights
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 2 nights
Angoulême - city in FranceAngoulême / 1 night
Centre-Loire Valley - region in FranceCentre-Loire Valley / 1 night
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Suèvres
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux

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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 Puy du Fou amusement park, in Les Epesses (France).Puy du Fou
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
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
photo of Place des Vosges at morning in the Marais district of Paris, France.Place des Vosges
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
Domaine National du Palais-Royal, Quartier du Palais Royal, 1st Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceDomaine National du Palais-Royal
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
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
photo of Villandry castle and gardens best panoramic view in sunny summer day near Tours and Blois cities in France the Loire valley region.Château de Villandry
photo of Japanese garden on Ile de Versailles in Nantes, France.Île de Versailles (Nantes)
photo of fairytale Chaumont-sur -Loire castle in Loire valley, France.Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
La Rochelle AquariumLa Rochelle Aquarium
Le Lieu uniqueLe Lieu unique
Charruyer Park of La Rochelle
Grand Blotterau Parc, Mairie de Doulon, Doulon - Bottière, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceGrand Blotterau Parc
Cathédrale Saint-Maurice d'AngersAngers Cathedral
Musée Maritime de La Rochelle Charente-Maritime FranceMusée maritime de La Rochelle
Saint-Louis Roman Catholic Cathedral of Versailles - France .Versailles Cathedral
Musée des Beaux-Arts de ToursMusée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
Cours CambronneCours Cambronne
Saint Saviour Church of La Rochelle
Galerie David d'AngersGalerie David d'Angers
Préfecture Garden
Chapel of Saint-Hubert
Grosse Horloge
Exposition Permanente Tintin Les Secrets de Moulinsart
Natural History Museum

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Day 1 – La Rochelle and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – La Rochelle and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - arrival day

  • La Rochelle - Arrival day
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  • Charruyer Park of La Rochelle
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La Rochelle has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,404 visitors.

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 La Rochelle, The Jolly Sailor. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of La Rochelle is Le 1835. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 108 customers.

La Rochelle also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle is Barracuda La Rochelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 847 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of La Rochelle is The Famous Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Children of Rock. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,254 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Artigues-près-Bordeaux and Angouleme

Day 2

Day 2 – Artigues-près-Bordeaux and Angouleme

  • La Rochelle
  • Angoulême
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Drive 144 km, 2 hours 7 min

  • Saint Saviour Church of La Rochelle
  • La Rochelle Aquarium
  • Musée maritime de La Rochelle
  • More

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in La Rochelle and embark on a scenic drive to Angouleme, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in La Rochelle and New Aquitaine 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 La Rochelle. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,404 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible La Rochelle Aquarium. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 6,656 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in La Rochelle is the stunning Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,865 visitors.

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

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 3 – Rochecorbon and Tours

Day 3

Day 3 – Rochecorbon and Tours

  • Tours
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Drive 259 km, 3 hours 4 min

  • Château de Villandry
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
  • Préfecture Garden
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Day 3 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 Rochecorbon and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Tours. You will stay in Tours for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Rochecorbon is the amazing Château de Villandry. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,506 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,115 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours welcomes around 68,754 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Rochecorbon is the outstanding Préfecture Garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 504 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try LA MAISON DES HALLES, one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Turon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. Le Turon is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Casse-Cailloux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar Le Corsaire, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Pale. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Alternatively, La réserve is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Tours. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Auzouer-en-Touraine and Blois

Day 4

Day 4 – Auzouer-en-Touraine and Blois

  • Blois
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 91 km, 1 hour 52 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. 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 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Auzouer-en-Touraine’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Auzouer-en-Touraine, 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.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château d'Amboise. This château and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Chapel of Saint-Hubert to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Chapel of Saint-Hubert is a church that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 444 visitors.

The lovely Château du Clos Lucé is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 19,292 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 5 – Suèvres and Blois

Day 5

Day 5 – Suèvres and Blois

  • Blois
  • Suèvres
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Drive 58 km, 1 hour 13 min

  • Château de Cheverny
  • Exposition Permanente Tintin Les Secrets de Moulinsart
  • Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
  • More

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Blois, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Blois.

Today you'll explore the city of Suèvres. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Château de Cheverny. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,031 visitors.

Exposition Permanente Tintin Les Secrets de Moulinsart is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Suèvres. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 405 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Suèvres is Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. Attracting 513,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,761 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 Blois.

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

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Day 6 – Suèvres and Orléans

Day 6

Day 6 – Suèvres and Orléans

  • Blois
  • Centre-Loire Valley
  • Suèvres
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Drive 74 km, 1 hour 29 min

  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Natural History Museum
  • Château de Chambord
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Day 6 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 Suèvres and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Orléans. You will stay in Orléans for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Suèvres is the amazing Château de Blois. This attraction is a château that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Natural History Museum. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 217 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Suèvres is the outstanding Château de Chambord. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Parenthèse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 888 customers.

Locals also recommend Les Fils À Maman Orléans as one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. Les Fils À Maman Orléans is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans is Oh Terroir version fast good. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,147 customers.

After dinner, visit Crêperie Bretonne - Restaurant de spécialités de Galettes et Crêpes fait maison, à base de produits frais & Bar breton, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'antidote. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Alternatively, Bonne Pioche is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 318 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Melun and Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Melun and Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 210 km, 2 hours 55 min

  • Disneyland Paris
  • Bois de Vincennes
  • Place des Vosges
  • More

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Orléans and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 4 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Orléans and Seine-et-Marne 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 Orléans. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Orléans Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,178 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Parc Pasteur d'Orléans. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,296 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Orléans is the stunning Statue de Jeanne d'Arc. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,278 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Seine-et-Marne, 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 8 – Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 12 km, 1 hour 6 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Palais Garnier
  • Domaine National du Palais-Royal
  • Louvre Museum
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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 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 Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Palais Garnier. This amazing attraction is an opera house and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Domaine National du Palais-Royal. This top-tier point of interest and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,367 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Louvre Museum. This art museum is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 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 Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet 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 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fous de l'Île, 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 1,046 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating 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 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 32 km, 1 hour 35 min

  • La Villette
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • 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 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 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.

Sacré-Cœur is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Sacré-Cœur attracts about 11,000,000 travelers annually.

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 Restaurant Île de la Réunion. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café 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 846 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.

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Day 10 – Paris

Day 10

Day 10 – Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 8 km, 57 min

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Le Restaurant Vingt Spts. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Joséphine Chez Dumonet is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

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.

Le Requin Chagrin is another of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

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Day 11 – Paris, Villepreux, and Angers

Day 11

Day 11 – Paris, Villepreux, and Angers

  • Paris
  • Angers
  • Villepreux
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Drive 321 km, 3 hours 52 min

  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Versailles Cathedral
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip will take you to the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. You’ll stay in Angers for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Paris today is Arc de Triomphe. This excellent attraction is a triumphal arch that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Each year, Arc de Triomphe attracts over 2,743,823 local and international travelers.

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.

This outstanding catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,308 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers, Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,756 customers.

Locals recommend Crêperie du Château as one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers. Crêperie du Château is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Angers is Thai L'inde. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,133 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Angers, Mamie Fada. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le Héron carré. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

La Cour - Angers is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,026 customers.

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Day 12 – Angers

Day 12

Day 12 – Angers

  • Angers
  • More

Drive 2 km, 31 min

  • Château d'Angers
  • Galerie David d'Angers
  • Angers Cathedral
  • More

On day 12 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Angers, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Angers.

Today you'll explore the city of Angers. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Château d'Angers. This incredible attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 visitors.

Galerie David d'Angers is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Angers. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 538 visitors. Galerie David d'Angers attracts about 25,264 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Angers is Angers Cathedral. This amazing attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,932 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 Angers.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Angers, like Au Restau-Théâtre. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 469 customers.

CHEZ PAUL is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Angers. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 245 customers.

Locals enjoy Chez Loic, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Angers. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 191 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Angers, The Joker's Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Port de L'Ile. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 767 customers.

Black Peat is another of the best bars in the city of Angers. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 877 customers.

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Day 13 – Nantes

Day 13

Day 13 – Nantes

  • Nantes
  • More

Drive 186 km, 2 hours 39 min

  • Puy du Fou
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Cours Cambronne
  • More

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This attraction is an art project and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nantes 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 Machines of the Isle of Nantes in the city of Nantes for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an art project and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Nantes is the outstanding Cours Cambronne. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 681 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes is Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

After dinner, visit Gigg's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Labo. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Alternatively, Fleming's Irish Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

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Day 14 – Nantes and La Rochelle

Day 14

Day 14 – Nantes and La Rochelle

  • Nantes
  • La Rochelle
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Le Lieu unique
  • Botanical Garden
  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
  • Grand Blotterau Parc
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 14 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nantes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of La Rochelle. You’ll stay in La Rochelle for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nantes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nantes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Château des ducs de Bretagne. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors. Each year, around 167,867 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Le Lieu Unique. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,945 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Botanical Garden to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Botanical Garden is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

The lovely Île de Versailles (Nantes) is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,112 visitors have left this river island average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Grand Blotterau Parc. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,157 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nantes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of La Rochelle. La Rochelle offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in La Rochelle, the fantastic Café Corniche. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Jolly Sailor. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Corrigans Traditional Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 262 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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Day 15 – La Rochelle and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – La Rochelle and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - departure day

  • La Rochelle - Departure day
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  • Grosse Horloge
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Day 15 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of La Rochelle 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.

Charruyer Park of La Rochelle is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in La Rochelle. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,404 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the La Rochelle Aquarium aquarium is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.1 out of 5-star rating from 6,656 reviews.

You can also stop at Musée maritime de La Rochelle museum to capture the beauty and wonder of La Rochelle one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,865 travelers.

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

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

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