Two-Week France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Lyon traveling north to Auxerre, Paris, Tours, 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 3 nights in Lyon, 1 night in Auxerre, 6 nights in Paris, 1 night in Tours, 1 night 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 Lyon, 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 Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Beaune, Auxerre, Fontainebleau, Serris, Paris, Versailles, Amboise, Tours, Angers, Nantes, La Chapelle-sur-Erdre, 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

  • Lyon - Arrival day
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  • Place Bellecour
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Say hello to Lyon! Your exciting road trip through France is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Lyon for 2 nights before you continue your adventure!

Lyon 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.

Find your way to your hotel in Lyon. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in France. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

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 Lyon, 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

  • Lyon
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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 8 min

  • parc de la Tête d'Or
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Musée Cinéma et Miniature
  • La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
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On day 2 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Lyon, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Lyon, there’s no need to rush. Experience Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Lyon'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 3

Day 3

  • Lyon
  • Auxerre
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Drive 301 km, 3 hours 11 min

  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
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Your itinerary for day 3 of your road trip in France includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Beaune. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Auxerre, 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 Auxerre. Auxerre offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Auxerre 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 Auxerre.

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

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Day 4

Day 4

  • Auxerre
  • Paris
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Drive 218 km, 2 hours 51 min

  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Diana Garden
  • Disneyland Paris
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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 2 places, which are Fontainebleau and Serris. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Paris, where will spend 6 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Paris, 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 Paris. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

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 13 km, 1 hour 1 min

  • The Centre Pompidou
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Le Marais
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One of the most iconic spots you can visit today is Le Marais. Allow yourself some time to explore this neighborhood and discover its unique quirks. You'll also find many of the best sightseeing spots nearby.

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 Paris's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 6

Day 6

  • Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • La Villette
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Montmartre
  • Champs-Élysées
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You have 4 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.

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.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 7

Day 7

  • Paris
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Drive 7 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • place de la Concorde
  • Palais Garnier
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You’ll stay in Paris for 3 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.

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.

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

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Day 8

Day 8

  • Paris
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Drive 6 km, 55 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Rue Mouffetard
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Day 8 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Lyon. You’ll stay in Paris for 2 nights more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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.

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

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Day 9

Day 9

  • Paris
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Drive 75 km, 1 hour 39 min

  • Hall of Mirrors
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
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On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, where you have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Paris and your accommodation.

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.

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

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Day 10

Day 10

  • Paris
  • Tours
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Drive 287 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Château de Chenonceau
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Dive into day 10 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Amboise. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Tours, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

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Day 11

Day 11

  • Tours
  • Nantes
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Drive 223 km, 2 hours 32 min

  • Angers Cathedral
  • Galerie David d'Angers
  • Château d'Angers
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On day 11 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Angers are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Nantes, 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 Nantes. Nantes 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 Nantes's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in France!

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Day 12

Day 12

  • Nantes
  • Blois
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Drive 299 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Botanical Garden
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Parc de la Chantrerie
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On day 12 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Nantes and La Chapelle-sur-Erdre. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Blois, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Blois, 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 Blois. 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 13

Day 13

  • Blois
  • Clermont-Ferrand
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Drive 303 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Maison de la Magie Robert-Houdin
  • Château de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • Matra automobile museum space
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Your itinerary for day 13 of your road trip in France includes 2 stops and features some of the highlights of Blois and Romorantin-lanthenay. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Clermont-Ferrand, where you'll spend 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 Blois.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. 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 Clermont-Ferrand, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

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

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Day 14

Day 14

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Lyon
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Drive 167 km, 2 hours 2 min

  • Statue of Vercingetorix
  • place de Jaude
  • Jardin Lecoq
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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 Clermont-Ferrand. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Lyon, where will spend 1 night.

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

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 15

Day 15

  • Lyon - Departure day
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  • Place de la République
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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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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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