Two-Week France Road Trip from Nimes to Lyon, Beaune, Paris, and Blois

Aerial view of Roman Amphitheater in medieval town Nimes in France
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Duration
15 days & 14 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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14 nights included
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15 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 15-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Nimes, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 5 nights in Paris, 1 night in Blois, 1 night in Poitiers, 1 night in Bordeaux, and 1 night in Toulouse, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Nimes, Arles, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Suèvres, Blois, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Poitiers, Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Carcassonne. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Nimes, 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 Nimes, Arles, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Villepreux, Suèvres, Blois, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Poitiers, Bordeaux, Toulouse, and Carcassonne, 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 Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 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 / 1 night
Photo of Toulouse and Garonne river aerial panoramic view, France.Toulouse / 1 night
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 1 night
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Poitiers - city in FrancePoitiers / 1 night
Arles - city in FranceArles
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Suèvres
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne

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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 scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
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 famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Photo of the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau, built in the XVIth century, is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley, Chenonceaux, France.Château de Chenonceau
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Beautiful sunrise at the Pont Alexandre III and Les Invalides in ParisLes Invalides
Pont du GardPont du Gard
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
Carrières des Lumières
photo of the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
Panoramic view of Grand Palais (Great Palace) in Paris, France. Grand palais has more than 1.5 mln visitors per year, no peopleGrand Palais
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
Cité du VinCité du Vin
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
Jardin de La Fontaine, Nimes, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin de La Fontaine
photo of Chateau Royal de Blois, facade of the Louis XII wing, France. This old castle is landmark of Loire Valley and located in Blois city. French palace of Renaissance in summer.Château Royal de Blois
Haribo Candy Museum, Uzès, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceHaribo Candy Museum
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
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
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Basilica of Saint Sernin is a Roman Catholic church in Toulouse, FranceBasilica of St Sernin
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
Saint Andre Cathedral of Bordeaux - France, AquitaineBordeaux Cathedral
Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Michel, Le Busca, Empalot, Saint-Agne, Toulouse Sud-Est, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des Plantes
Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Forêt de Fontainebleau
Parc Bordelais, R-105270, R-1667452, R-2202162, R-3792880, R-7405Parc bordelais
Grosse ClocheThe big bell of Bordeaux
photo of The Porte Cailhau or Porte du Palais is a former town gate of the city of Bordeaux, France. It is one of the main touristic attractions of the city.Porte Cailhau
Mur des Canuts, Lyon 4e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceWall of the Canuts
Parc de BourranParc de Bourran
Pont du Gard Museum
La Moutarderie Fallot
Château Gaillard
Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
Porte d'Auguste, Nîmes, Occitanie, FranceAuguste gate
Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church
Obélisque d'ArlesObélisque d'Arles
photo of the magnificent Hall of Mirrors in Versailles, France.Hall of Mirrors
Castellum AquaeCastellum divisorium (Nîmes)
L'Ile d'Or

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Day 1 – Nimes - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Nimes - arrival day

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

Nimes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 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 Nimes, L'Instant T. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Gard O Wine. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Nimes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nimes is O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nimes is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals also enjoy La bonne mousse. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Nimes

Day 2

Day 2 – Nimes

  • Nîmes
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Drive 152 km, 2 hours 40 min

  • Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes
  • Pont du Gard Museum
  • Pont du Gard
  • Haribo Candy Museum
  • Castellum divisorium (Nîmes)
  • More

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nimes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Nimes.

Today you'll explore the city of Nimes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,652 visitors.

Pont du Gard Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nimes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,292 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nimes is Pont du Gard. This amazing attraction is an arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 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 Nimes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, like Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

Les Caves de Bernis is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nimes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Prolé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is another of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Arles and Lyon

Day 3

Day 3 – Arles and Lyon

  • Lyon
  • Arles
  • More

Drive 311 km, 4 hours 12 min

  • Obélisque d'Arles
  • Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church
  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
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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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lyon. You will stay in Lyon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing Obélisque d'Arles. This attraction is an obelisk that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 658 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Saint-Trophime Primatial Catholic Church. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 965 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Château des Baux-de-Provence. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

The spectacular Carrières des Lumières is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Arles 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 – Beaune

Day 4

Day 4 – Beaune

  • Lyon
  • Beaune
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Drive 170 km, 2 hours 39 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Wall of the Canuts
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
  • More

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 Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 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 parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 50,621 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 5 – Beaune, Melun, and Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Beaune, Melun, and Paris

  • Paris
  • Beaune
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Drive 324 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • La Moutarderie Fallot
  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • Forêt de Fontainebleau
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You’ll stay in Paris for 5 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Beaune today is Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This excellent attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing La Moutarderie Fallot, an outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination, in the city of Beaune. Around 3,107 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Palace of Fontainebleau for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,778 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Paris, Le Calbar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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Day 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour 15 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Louvre Museum
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • More

On day 6 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 Sacré-Cœur. As one of the top sights in the area, around 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

Louvre Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors. Louvre Museum attracts about 2,825,000 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Sainte Chapelle. This amazing attraction is a chapel and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 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.

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 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 13 km, 1 hour 13 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin des plantes
  • More

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 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 Palais Garnier. This incredible attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 visitors.

Centre Georges Pompidou is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Centre Georges Pompidou attracts about 3,273,867 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Jardin du Luxembourg. This amazing attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Panthéon. This mausoleum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 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 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.

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 34 km, 1 hour 39 min

  • Les Invalides
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • La Villette
  • More

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 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 Les Invalides. This incredible attraction is a building complex and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,459 visitors.

Champ de Mars is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Eiffel Tower. Attracting 6,207,303 annual visitors, it's clear that Eiffel Tower is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a lattice tower and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Each year, approximately 2,743,823 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 La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 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 9 – Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Paris

  • Paris
  • More

Drive 8 km, 52 min

  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Grand Palais
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • More

On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 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 Pont Alexandre III. This incredible attraction is a deck arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,899 visitors.

Place de la Concorde is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

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 Musée d'Orsay. This art museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,651,616 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

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 10 – Villepreux, Suèvres, and Blois

Day 10

Day 10 – Villepreux, Suèvres, and Blois

  • Blois
  • Villepreux
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 238 km, 3 hours 27 min

  • Hall of Mirrors
  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Château de Chambord
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • More

Day 10 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Villepreux and the city of Suèvres. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Villepreux is the amazing Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Gardens of Versailles. This french formal garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Villepreux is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Château de Chambord in the city of Suèvres for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Suèvres is the outstanding Château de Blois. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors, this château deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in the city of Blois. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 160 customers.

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Day 11 – Auzouer-en-Touraine and Poitiers

Day 11

Day 11 – Auzouer-en-Touraine and Poitiers

  • Poitiers
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
  • More

Drive 177 km, 3 hours

  • L'Ile d'Or
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Château Gaillard
  • Château de Chenonceau
  • 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 Auzouer-en-Touraine and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Poitiers. You will stay in Poitiers for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Auzouer-en-Touraine is the amazing L'Ile d'Or. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 140 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible château, Château d'Amboise. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Château du Clos Lucé. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors.

The spectacular Château Gaillard is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,622 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a popular château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Poitiers, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Minute Blonde Poitiers, one of the best restaurants in the city of Poitiers. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 207 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Palais de la Bière, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Poitiers. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,034 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Taverne Du Geek. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 466 customers.

Alternatively, Cluricaume Café. Is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Poitiers. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 386 customers.

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Day 12 – Bordeaux

Day 12

Day 12 – Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
  • More

Drive 251 km, 3 hours 3 min

  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Porte Cailhau
  • The big bell of Bordeaux
  • Bordeaux Cathedral
  • More

Rise and shine on day 12 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Poitiers and embark on a scenic drive to Bordeaux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Poitiers and Bordeaux 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 Poitiers. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Extraordinary Voyage. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,223 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Dynamic Vienne. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,716 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Poitiers is the stunning Église Notre-Dame la Grande, Poitiers. This church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,103 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable place de la Bourse. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,251 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Porte Cailhau. This city gate and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

The lovely The big bell of Bordeaux is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,871 visitors have left this bell tower an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Bordeaux Cathedral is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Bordeaux. This point of interest is a catholic cathedral rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,591 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Bordeaux, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bordeaux. When you arrive in Bordeaux 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 suzzi. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu, another of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Symbiose to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bordeaux, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Connemara has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Molly Malone's 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 1,951 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 13 – Bordeaux and Toulouse

Day 13

Day 13 – Bordeaux and Toulouse

  • Bordeaux
  • Toulouse
  • More

Drive 268 km, 3 hours 31 min

  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Jardin Public
  • Cité du Vin
  • Parc bordelais
  • Parc de Bourran
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 13 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bordeaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bordeaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bordeaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing Monument aux Girondins. This much-appreciated column and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating jardin public. This urban park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular La Cité du Vin to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular La Cité du Vin is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 visitors.

The lovely parc bordelais is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,855 visitors have left this urban park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Parc de Bourran. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,592 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bordeaux has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Toulouse. Toulouse 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 La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,095 reviews.

The remarkable Grain De Folie is another top restaurant in Toulouse we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Toulouse, the fantastic The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The George and Dragon. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The London Town. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

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Day 14 – Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Nimes

Day 14

Day 14 – Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Nimes

  • Toulouse
  • Nîmes
  • Carcassonne
  • More

Drive 294 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Basilica of St Sernin
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Château Comtal
  • Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • More

Day 14 of your road trip will take you to the city of Toulouse and the city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Toulouse today is Basilica of St. Sernin. This excellent attraction is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin des Plantes, an outstanding park, in the city of Toulouse. Around 9,847 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Château Comtal for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Carcassonne. This popular attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

This outstanding must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cité de Carcassonne in the city of Carcassonne. This attraction, a stunning fortress, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nimes, Gard O Wine. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Big Ben Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 295 customers.

Livestation DIY - Nîmes is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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Day 15 – Nimes - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Nimes - departure day

  • Nîmes - Departure day
  • More
  • Auguste gate
  • More

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

Auguste gate is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nimes. This city gate and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,056 visitors.

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

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

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