Two-Week France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from La Rochelle traveling south to Bordeaux, Bayonne, Pau, Carcassonne, Montpellier, Marseille, Nimes, Toulouse, Limoges, and Blois

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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 La Rochelle, 1 night in Bordeaux, 1 night in Bayonne, 1 night in Pau, 1 night in Carcassonne, 1 night in Montpellier, 2 nights in Marseille, 1 night in Nimes, 2 nights in Toulouse, 1 night in Limoges, and 1 night in Blois. 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 La Rochelle, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in France. Cité De Carcassonne and Notre-dame De La Garde (marseille) are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Arcachon, Bayonne, Biarritz, Pau, Lourdes, Carcassonne, Béziers, Saint-Jean-de-Fos, Montpellier, Arles, Tarascon, Les Baux-de-Provence, Marseille, Avignon, Nimes, Gruissan, Toulouse, Arthès, Albi, Padirac, Limoges, Selles-sur-Cher, Fougères-sur-Bièvre, and Blois, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in France.

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

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

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Day 1

Day 1

  • La Rochelle - Arrival day
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  • Charruyer Park of La Rochelle
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach La Rochelle and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 1 night and explore what to see in La Rochelle, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

La Rochelle 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in La Rochelle. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading 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 La Rochelle, 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

  • La Rochelle
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 24 min

  • Bunker La Rochelle (Museum)
  • La Rochelle Aquarium
  • Musée maritime de La Rochelle
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 2 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are La Rochelle. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Bordeaux, where will spend 1 night.

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

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux.

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

  • Bordeaux
  • Bayonne
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Drive 254 km, 3 hours 16 min

  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • place de la Bourse
  • miroir d'eau
  • Dune of Pilat
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On day 3 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Bordeaux and Arcachon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bayonne, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Bayonne
  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
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Drive 177 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • Bayonne Cathedral
  • Rocher de la vierge
  • Biarritz Aquarium
  • Le Train de La Rhune
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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 Bayonne and Biarritz. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Pau, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 304 km, 3 hours 36 min

  • Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes
  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
  • Basilica of St. Pius X
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Your itinerary for day 5 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Lourdes. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Carcassonne, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in France!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Carcassonne
  • Montpellier
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Drive 197 km, 2 hours 43 min

  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Les 9 Écluses de Fonseranes
  • Le Pont du Diable
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Dive into day 6 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including Carcassonne, Béziers, and Saint-Jean-de-Fos. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Montpellier, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Montpellier
  • Marseille
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Drive 214 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • Tarascon Castle
  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
  • Alpilles Natural Regional Park
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 7 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Arles, Tarascon, and Les Baux-de-Provence. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Marseille, where will spend 2 nights.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Marseille. Marseille 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 Marseille, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Marseille
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Drive 34 km, 1 hour 31 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Parc Borély
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Le Panier
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You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night.

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After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Marseille. 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 9

Day 9

  • Marseille
  • Nîmes
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Drive 155 km, 2 hours 36 min

  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Palais Longchamp
  • Palais des Papes
  • Pont d'Avignon
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On day 9 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Marseille and Avignon are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Nimes, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

Nimes 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 Nimes.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Nîmes
  • Toulouse
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Drive 316 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Museum Romanité
  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin de Gruissan
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On day 10 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Nimes and Gruissan. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Toulouse, where you’ll be staying for 2 nights.

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

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

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 11

Day 11

  • Toulouse
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Drive 163 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Musée du Saut du Tarn
  • Musée Toulouse-Lautrec
  • Berbie Palace
  • Sainte-Cecile Cathedral of Albi
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Toulouse, where you still have 1 night left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Arthès and Albi.

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

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

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

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Toulouse
  • Limoges
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Drive 317 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Square Charles de Gaulle
  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Padirac Cave
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Your itinerary for day 12 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Toulouse and Padirac. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Limoges, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Limoges
  • Blois
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Drive 228 km, 2 hours 58 min

  • Château de Valençay
  • Château de Selles-sur-Cher
  • Château de Fougères-sur-Bièvre
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Dive into day 13 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 3 destinations, including La Basse Cour, Selles-sur-Cher, and Fougères-sur-Bièvre. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Blois, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Blois
  • La Rochelle
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Drive 300 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
  • Château de Blois
  • Château de Chenonceau
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 14 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Blois. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in La Rochelle, where will spend 1 night.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of La Rochelle'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 15

Day 15

  • 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. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in France!

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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