Two-Week France Road Trip from Montpellier to Lyon, Beaune, Paris, and Auxerre

Gothic Cathedral of Saint Peter at dusk in Montpellier, France
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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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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 3 nights in Montpellier, 2 nights in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 5 nights in Paris, 1 night in Auxerre, 1 night in Mâcon, and 1 night in Valence, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Montpellier, Nimes, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Auxerre, Mâcon, Valence, and Arles. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Montpellier, 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 Jardin du Luxembourg, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Sacré-Cœur and learn more about the unique Palace of Versailles to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Montpellier, Nimes, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Auxerre, Mâcon, Valence, and Arles, 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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Hotel, 14 nights
Rental car, 15 days
CDW Insurance
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Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Photo of aerial view of Triumphal Arch or Arc de Triomphe in Montpellier city in France.Montpellier / 3 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 5 nights
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 2 nights
Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Auxerre - city in FranceAuxerre / 1 night
Mâcon - city in FranceMâcon / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of Valence historical city of France.Valence / 1 night
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Arles - city in FranceArles

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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 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 La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of the greenhouse of the Parc de la Tete d'Or, Lyon, France.Parc de la Tête d'Or
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 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 Temple of Love in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris Park in autumn in France.Bois de Vincennes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Aerial view of The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Lyon city.The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica in Lyon.Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
photo of Sibyl temple and lake in Buttes-Chaumont Park, Paris, France.Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
photo of Place des Vosges at morning in the Marais district of Paris, France.Place des Vosges
Carrières des Lumières
photo of the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
Jardin de La Fontaine, Nimes, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin de La Fontaine
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FranceHôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
Château des Baux-de-Provence
photo of the Roman Arles Amphitheatre in the Old Town of Arles in France.Arles Amphitheatre
photo of the Comedy square with fountain of Three Graces during the morning light in Montpellier city in southern France.Comedy Square
Grand Parc Miribel Jonage
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
Lighthouse on the lake in hamlet Queen Marie Antoinette's estate near Versailles Palace.Marie-Antoinette's Estate
The facade of the House of Lawyers where the museum is located.Musée Cinéma et Miniature
Esplanade Charles-de-GaulleEsplanade Charles de Gaulle
Forêt de Fontainebleau
iFLY Lyon
The Grand TrianonGrand Trianon
Arc de Triomphe in Montpellier, France.Arc de Triomphe
photo of the famous Historic botanical garden and arboretum of Montpellier, the oldest in France.Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
Sunset Beach, La Grande-Motte, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceSunset Beach
Musée de la Romanité de NîmesMusée de la Romanité
Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière, Lyon 5e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceGallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière
Mur des Canuts, Lyon 4e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceWall of the Canuts
photo of Mini World Lyon in Vaulx-en-velin, France.Mini World Lyon
Royal Monastery of Brou
Montpellier Cathedral, Centre Historique, Centre, Montpellier, Hérault, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceMontpellier Cathedral
Park Bouzaise, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FrancePark Bouzaise
Parc de Loisirs de Bouvent
Roman Theatre of Arles
Ruins of ancient Roman buildings and houses in the archeological Gallo-Roman site of Saint Romain en Gal Vienne France.Museum and site of Saint-Romain-en-Gal Vienne
Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre
photo of Saint Clement Aqueduct at beautiful morning in Montpellier, France.Aqueduc Saint-Clément
Carré d'ArtCarré d'Art
Madame Élisabeth's Estate
Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre

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Day 1 – Montpellier - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Montpellier - arrival day

  • Montpellier - Arrival day
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  • Arc de Triomphe
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Montpellier has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. 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 Montpellier, Coldrip food and coffee. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier is Empanadas Club. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Locals recommend Le Petit Jardin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

Montpellier also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Montpellier is The Shakespeare. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Montpellier

Day 2

Day 2 – Montpellier

  • Montpellier
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Drive 52 km, 1 hour 22 min

  • Jardin des plantes de Montpellier
  • Montpellier Cathedral
  • Comedy Square
  • Esplanade Charles de Gaulle
  • Sunset Beach
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Montpellier, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Montpellier.

Today you'll explore the city of Montpellier. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,446 visitors.

Montpellier Cathedral is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Montpellier. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,457 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Montpellier is Comedy Square. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Sunset Beach. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,416 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 Montpellier.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Montpellier, like Burger et Ratatouille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

Umami - La cinquième saveur is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Montpellier. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 412 customers.

Locals enjoy La Diligence, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Montpellier. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Montpellier, Espit Chupitos Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Rebuffy. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Broc Café Montpellier is another of the best bars in the city of Montpellier. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Nimes and Lyon

Day 3

Day 3 – Nimes and Lyon

  • Nîmes
  • Lyon
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Drive 313 km, 3 hours 47 min

  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Carré d'Art
  • Musée de la Romanité
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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 Nimes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lyon. You will stay in Lyon for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nimes is the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Carré d'Art. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,211 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nimes is the outstanding Musée de la Romanité. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After dinner, visit L Bar food & drink, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Phantom of the Opera. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Alternatively, Black Forest Society is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Lyon

Day 4

Day 4 – Lyon

  • Lyon
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Drive 48 km, 1 hour 29 min

  • iFLY Lyon
  • Mini World Lyon
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
  • Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
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You still have 1 night left in Lyon.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is iFLY Lyon. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 7,468 visitors.

Mini World Lyon is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,637 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is parc de la Tête d'Or. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,363 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This minor basilica is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,765 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 Lyon.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, like Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Le Mirtillo is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Lyon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Locals enjoy Betty's Bar, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Lyon. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Lyon, Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Dam's Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

The King Arthur is another of the best bars in the city of Lyon. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Beaune

Day 5

Day 5 – Beaune

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 179 km, 2 hours 21 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Musée Cinéma et Miniature
  • Wall of the Canuts
  • Grand Parc Miribel Jonage
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Beaune. You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night.

This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Lyon Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Musée Miniature et Cinéma to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Musée Miniature et Cinéma is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 visitors.

The lovely Wall of the Canuts is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,157 visitors have left this fresco average ratings of 4.6 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 Parc Miribel Jonage. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 12,314 reviews.

Beaune 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 Le Rest O Bar. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 101 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Beaune, the fantastic Le Bout du Monde. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Barbizier. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Le Bistrot du Coin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 6 – Beaune, Melun, and Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Beaune, Melun, and Paris

  • Paris
  • Beaune
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Drive 324 km, 4 hours

  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • Park Bouzaise
  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Forêt de Fontainebleau
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Beaune and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 5 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Beaune 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 Beaune. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Park Bouzaise. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,309 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Fontainebleau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,054 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Forêt de Fontainebleau. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,778 reviews.

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 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 7 km, 1 hour 6 min

  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Pont Alexandre III
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On day 7 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 4 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 Louvre Museum. As one of the top sights in the area, around 2,825,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 visitors.

Musée d'Orsay is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay attracts about 3,651,616 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Tuileries Garden. This amazing attraction is a garden and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding place de la Concorde. This square and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,899 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 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 8 – Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 36 km, 1 hour 41 min

  • Bois de Vincennes
  • La Villette
  • Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Arc de Triomphe
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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 bois de Vincennes. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 35,777 visitors.

La Villette is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is parc des Buttes-Chaumont. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,441 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 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 Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. Arc de Triomphe hosts around 2,743,823 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 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 15 km, 1 hour 18 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Palais Garnier
  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Place des Vosges
  • 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 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 Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,273,867 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 place des Vosges. This square is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,305 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 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 Alliance. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Prescription Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Sherry Butt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 594 customers.

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Day 11 – Villepreux and Auxerre

Day 11

Day 11 – Villepreux and Auxerre

  • Auxerre
  • Villepreux
  • More

Drive 203 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Grand Trianon
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Madame Élisabeth's Estate
  • More

Day 11 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 Villepreux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Auxerre. You will stay in Auxerre for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Villepreux is the amazing Marie-Antoinette's Estate. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,865 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible maison de plaisance, Grand Trianon. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,511 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Villepreux is the outstanding Palace of Versailles. This popular château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors.

The spectacular Gardens of Versailles is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating french formal garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,133 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Madame Élisabeth's Estate. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,061 visitors.

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

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Day 12 – Auxerre and Mâcon

Day 12

Day 12 – Auxerre and Mâcon

  • Mâcon
  • More

Drive 234 km, 2 hours 43 min

  • Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre
  • Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre
  • More

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Mâcon. You’ll stay in Mâcon for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Auxerre’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Auxerre, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129. This much-appreciated stained glass window and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,232 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Église Saint-Eusèbe. This church and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 129 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Muséum d’Histoire naturelle d’Auxerre is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 174 visitors.

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

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Day 13 – Valence

Day 13

Day 13 – Valence

  • Valence
  • More

Drive 228 km, 3 hours

  • Royal Monastery of Brou
  • Parc de Loisirs de Bouvent
  • Museum and site of Saint-Romain-en-Gal Vienne
  • More

Day 13 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Valence for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

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 Valence, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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Day 14 – Arles and Montpellier

Day 14

Day 14 – Arles and Montpellier

  • Montpellier
  • Arles
  • More

Drive 273 km, 4 hours 2 min

  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
  • Roman Theatre of Arles
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • More

Rise and shine on day 14 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Valence and embark on a scenic drive to Montpellier, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Valence and Arles 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 Valence. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Jouvet. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 810 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Valence is the stunning Musée de Valence, art et archéologie. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 625 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Arles and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Arles has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,184 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château des Baux-de-Provence. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Carrières des Lumières. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

The lovely Roman Theatre of Arles is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,900 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Arles Amphitheatre is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Arles. This point of interest is a roman amphitheatre rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 13,060 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Arles, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Montpellier. When you arrive in Montpellier 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 La Bistrote. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 429 customers.

Locals also recommend Pastis Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Montpellier. Pastis Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 350 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Leclere. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Le Tord Boyaux to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Montpellier, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Out. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Black Out has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 495 customers.

Le 1789 Restaurant - Bar is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 432 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 15 – Montpellier - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Montpellier - departure day

  • Montpellier - Departure day
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  • Aqueduc Saint-Clément
  • More

Day 15 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Montpellier 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.

Aqueduc Saint-Clément is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Montpellier. This aqueduct and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,224 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Montpellier at Balthazar café & restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 283 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Anga for your last chance at a meal in the city of Montpellier. The Anga restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 228 customers.

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

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