Two-Week France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Limoges traveling south to Bordeaux, Toulouse, Narbonne, Nimes, Avignon, Nice, Marseille, Lyon, and Clermont-Ferrand

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in France! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Limoges, Bordeaux, Arcachon, Lormont, Toulouse, Blagnac, Carcassonne, Narbonne, Montpellier, Nimes, Sagriès, Avignon, Les Baux-de-Provence, Arles, Nice, Monaco, Marseille, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, and Clermont-Ferrand.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 2 nights in Limoges, 2 nights in Bordeaux, 1 night in Toulouse, 1 night in Narbonne, 1 night in Nimes, 1 night in Avignon, 2 nights in Nice, 2 nights in Marseille, 1 night in Lyon, 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 Limoges, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

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

As you hit the open road and drive through Limoges, Bordeaux, Arcachon, Lormont, Toulouse, Blagnac, Carcassonne, Narbonne, Montpellier, Nimes, Sagriès, Avignon, Les Baux-de-Provence, Arles, Nice, Monaco, Marseille, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, 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

  • Limoges - Arrival day
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  • Champ de Juillet
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Welcome to Limoges, 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 Limoges before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Limoges 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 Limoges. 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 Limoges, 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

  • Limoges
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 228 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Limoges Cathedral
  • Jardin botanique de l'Evêché
  • Aquarium du Limousin
  • Parc de l'Aurence
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Dive into day 2 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Limoges. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Bordeaux, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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.

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

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

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Day 3

Day 3

  • Bordeaux
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Drive 148 km, 2 hours 46 min

  • Dune of Pilat
  • miroir d'eau
  • place de la Bourse
  • Porte Cailhau
  • Cité du Vin
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You have 1 night left in Bordeaux. 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.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Bordeaux
  • Toulouse
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Drive 261 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • The big bell of Bordeaux
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • jardin public
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 4 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Bordeaux. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Toulouse, where will spend 1 night.

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

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

Toulouse is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Toulouse.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 5

Day 5

  • Toulouse
  • Narbonne
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Drive 183 km, 2 hours 39 min

  • Basilica of St. Sernin
  • Musée Aeroscopia
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Château comtal de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
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On day 5 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Toulouse, Blagnac, and Carcassonne are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Narbonne, 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 Narbonne. Narbonne offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

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

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

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Narbonne
  • Nîmes
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Drive 183 km, 2 hours 56 min

  • Réserve Africaine de Sigean
  • promenade of Peyrou
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Comedy Square
  • esplanade Charles de Gaulle
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On day 6 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Narbonne and Montpellier. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Nimes, where you’ll be staying 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.

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

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

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Nîmes
  • Avignon
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Drive 70 km, 1 hour 51 min

  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Espeisses Woods
  • Haribo Candy Museum
  • Pont du Gard
  • Pont du Gard Museum
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Your itinerary for day 7 of your road trip in France includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Nimes, Sagriès, and La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Avignon, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Avignon
  • Nice
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Drive 283 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Carrières des Lumières
  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Alpilles Natural Regional Park
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Dive into day 8 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Les Baux-de-Provence and Arles. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Nice, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Nice
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Drive 168 km, 4 hours 31 min

  • Castle Hill
  • Jardin Albert 1er
  • place Masséna
  • Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice
  • Mercantour National Park
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You’ll stay in Nice for 1 night.

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Nice
  • Marseille
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Drive 247 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Prince's Palace of Monaco
  • Musée océanographique de Monaco
  • Monte Carlo Casino
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 10 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Monaco. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Marseille, where will spend 2 nights.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Marseille. Check in and relax before you head out to tour 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 Marseille, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Marseille
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Drive 41 km, 1 hour 53 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Parc Borély
  • Palais Longchamp
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
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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.

Marseille 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 Marseille.

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 12

Day 12

  • Marseille
  • Avignon
  • Lyon
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Drive 331 km, 3 hours 42 min

  • Les Petits Trains de Marseille
  • Pont d'Avignon
  • Palais des Papes
  • Jardin des doms
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On day 12 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 Lyon, where you will stay for 1 night.

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.

Lyon is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Lyon.

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

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Day 13

Day 13

  • Lyon
  • Clermont-Ferrand
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Drive 182 km, 2 hours 46 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
  • parc de la Tête d'Or
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On day 13 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Lyon and Caluire-et-Cuire. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Clermont-Ferrand, 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 Clermont-Ferrand. Clermont-Ferrand offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

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

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Limoges
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Drive 232 km, 2 hours 55 min

  • place de Jaude
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption
  • Jardin Lecoq
  • Panoramic Domes
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Your itinerary for day 14 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Clermont-Ferrand. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Limoges, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

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Day 15

Day 15

  • Limoges - Departure day
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  • Parc Victor Thuillat
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Day 15 of your road trip in France is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

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

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
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Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
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Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
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