Two-Week France Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Paris traveling north to Caen, Rouen, Lille, and Compiegne

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Escape the ordinary with this exciting 15-day road trip through France. Explore diverse landscapes, discover lively cities, and prepare for an unforgettable journey!

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in France. You will spend 6 nights in Paris, 3 nights in Caen, 1 night in Rouen, 3 nights in Lille, and 1 night in Compiegne. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in France. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Paris, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover France on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in France. Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Paris, Versailles, Châtenay-Malabry, Giverny, Vernon, Caen, Sainte-Mère-Église, Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, Saint-Germain-la-Blanche-Herbe, Longues-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, Ranville, Rouen, Lille, Arras, Compiegne, and Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in France.

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

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

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in France today!

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Day 1

Paris - Arrival day
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Tuileries Garden
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Say hello to Paris! Your exciting road trip through France is just about to start. Navigating the top places to see in the region is a breeze with a car. The rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for pickup upon your arrival in the city. You will stay in Paris for 5 nights before you continue your adventure!

Paris is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

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

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

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in France!

Day 2

Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 40 min

Champ de Mars
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Sacré-Cœur
La Villette
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You’ll stay in Paris for 4 nights.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

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

Day 3

Paris
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 13 min

Palais Garnier
place de la Concorde
Pont Alexandre III
Musée d'Orsay
Louvre Museum
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Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in France.

Day 4

Paris
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Drive 22 km, 1 hour 29 min

Jardin du Luxembourg
Panthéon
Notre-Dame de Paris
Sainte Chapelle
Vincennes Woods
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You have 2 nights left in Paris. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

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

Day 5

Paris
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Drive 55 km, 2 hours 31 min

Grand Trianon
Marie-Antoinette's Estate
Gardens of Versailles
Palace of Versailles
Royal Chapel
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On day 5 of your road trip in France, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend the day exploring what’s beyond the city. Since you still have 1 night to spend in Paris, there’s no need to rush. Experience Versailles to the fullest today with this curated day itinerary.

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

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

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

Day 6

Paris
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Drive 276 km, 3 hours 28 min

Departmental Estate of Sceaux
Fondation Monet in Giverny
Museum of Impressionism Giverny
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Your itinerary for day 6 of your road trip in France includes 3 stops and features some of the highlights of Châtenay-Malabry, Giverny, and Vernon. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Caen, where you'll spend 3 nights.

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

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

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

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

Day 7

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Drive 188 km, 2 hours 20 min

Airborne Museum
Easy Company Memorial
Utah Beach Landing Museum
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Wake up to day 7 of your road trip in France. On this day, you’ll embark on an exciting expedition discovering the enchanting sights and activities of Sainte-Mère-Église, Sainte-Marie-du-Mont, and La Madeleine. With 2 nights to stay in Caen, we encourage you to seize the day and discover the unexplored beauty of the city’s surroundings!

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

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

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

Day 8

Caen
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Drive 10 km, 47 min

Caen Castle
Colline aux Oiseaux
Mémorial de Caen
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On day 8 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Caen, where you have 1 night left to stay.

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

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

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

Day 9

Caen
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 16 min

Longues-sur-Mer Battery
Omaha Beach Memorial
Memorial Pegasus
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On day 9 of your road trip in France, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Longues-sur-Mer, Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer, and Ranville are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Rouen, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 10

Rouen
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Drive 259 km, 2 hours 54 min

Rouen Cathedral
Le Gros-Horloge
St Joan of Arc's Church
place du Vieux-Marché
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On day 10 of your exciting self-drive vacation in France, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Rouen. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Lille, where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

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

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

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

Day 11

Lille
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Drive 106 km, 1 hour 33 min

Grand' Place
Heroes Square
Beffroi d'Arras
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On day 11 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Lille, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Arras.

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

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 12

Lille
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Drive 4 km, 34 min

Paris Gate
Gare Saint Sauveur
Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas
Musée d'Histoire Naturelle de Lille
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Day 12 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Paris. You’ll stay in Lille for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in France. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day 13

Lille
Compiègne
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Drive 151 km, 1 hour 54 min

Column of the Goddess
La Vieille Bourse
Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille Cathedral at Lille
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Dive into day 13 of your remarkable road trip in France. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Lille. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Compiegne, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in France!

Day 14

Compiègne
Paris
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Drive 102 km, 1 hour 44 min

Château de Chantilly
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 14 of your road trip in France. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Vineuil-Saint-Firmin. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Paris, where will spend 1 night.

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

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

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

Day 15

Paris - Departure day
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Jardin des plantes
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Day 15 of your road trip in France is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Explore high-end stores offering an exquisite selection of luxury items.

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

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Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.

Personalize your itinerary

Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.

Easily make changes

Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.

Enjoy seamless planning

With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.

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