Two-Week France Road Trip from Pau to Angouleme, Blois, Paris, and Beaune

Paroisse Eglise Saint Martin in Pau, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France
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Duration
15 days & 14 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
14 nights included
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15 days included
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Description

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 2 nights in Pau, 1 night in Angoulême, 1 night in Blois, 5 nights in Paris, 1 night in Beaune, 1 night in Lyon, 2 nights in Marseille, and 1 night in Carcassonne, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Pau, Angoulême, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Suèvres, Blois, Villepreux, Paris, Chelles, Beaune, Lyon, Marseille, Arles, Carcassonne, and Toulouse. We'll help you experience the best 15 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Pau, 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 Palace of Versailles and learn more about the unique Sacré-Cœur to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Pau, Angoulême, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Suèvres, Blois, Villepreux, Paris, Chelles, Beaune, Lyon, Marseille, Arles, Carcassonne, and Toulouse, 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
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Pyrénées-Atlantiques - region in FrancePyrénées-Atlantiques / 2 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
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 2 nights
Avignon - city in FranceAvignon
Angoulême - city in FranceAngoulême / 1 night
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne / 1 night
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Suèvres
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Photo of the Chelles canal lock, France.Chelles
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 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 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 Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde in Marseille, a port city in southern France.Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
photo of Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes), once fortress and palace, one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, at morning, Avignon, France.Palais des Papes
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 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 Place des Vosges at morning in the Marais district of Paris, France.Place des Vosges
Carrières des Lumières
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Parc national des Calanques, Les Baumettes, 9th Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCalanques National Park
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean, La Joliette, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceMucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Pont d'Avignon, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FrancePont d'Avignon
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
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
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
Palais LongchampPalais Longchamp
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Michel, Le Busca, Empalot, Saint-Agne, Toulouse Sud-Est, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des Plantes
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
Les Petits Trains de Marseille, Hôtel de Ville, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceLes Petits Trains de Marseille
Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
Jardin des Doms, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des doms
La Moutarderie Fallot
Parc BeaumontParc Beaumont
Place ClemenceauPlace Clémenceau
The Museum of Fine Arts of Pau during the exhibitionMusée des Beaux-Arts de Pau
Parc Francois Mitterand
Kofu Japanese Garden
Lescar Cathedral

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Day 1 – Pau and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pau and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - arrival day

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Arrival day
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  • Place Clémenceau
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Pau has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 Pau, L'Opéra. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pau is Le Berry. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,274 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant Cotes & Mer as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

Pau also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pau is Le Garage. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pau is The Galway. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Locals also enjoy Au Fût et à mesure. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Artigues-près-Bordeaux and Angouleme

Day 2

Day 2 – Artigues-près-Bordeaux and Angouleme

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
  • Angoulême
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Drive 347 km, 3 hours 59 min

  • Lescar Cathedral
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Pau
  • Parc Beaumont
  • More

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Pau and embark on a scenic drive to Angouleme, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Pau and New Aquitaine 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 Pau. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc Beaumont. This attraction is a green space that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible place Clémenceau. This attraction, a beloved square, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,641 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Pau is the stunning Funiculaire de Pau. This funicular and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in New Aquitaine, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Angouleme. When you arrive in Angouleme you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 3 – Auzouer-en-Touraine, Suèvres, and Blois

Day 3

Day 3 – Auzouer-en-Touraine, Suèvres, and Blois

  • Blois
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 300 km, 4 hours 3 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Château Royal de Blois
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine and the city of Suèvres. You’ll stay in Blois for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine today is Château de Chenonceau. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Château d'Amboise, an outstanding château, in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine. Around 21,016 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine is Château du Clos Lucé. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors.

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 de Blois for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Suèvres. This popular attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

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

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

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

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Day 4 – Suèvres, Villepreux, and Paris

Day 4

Day 4 – Suèvres, Villepreux, and Paris

  • Paris
  • Suèvres
  • Villepreux
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Palace of Versailles
  • More

Day 4 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Suèvres and the city of Villepreux. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Suèvres is the amazing Château de Cheverny. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Château de Chambord. This château and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Suèvres 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 Gardens of Versailles in the city of Villepreux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a french formal garden and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Villepreux is the outstanding Palace of Versailles. This top sight is a spectacular château that has over 4,741,758 yearly visitors. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 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 Paris.

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

Locals also 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 Le Calbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average 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 has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • More

On day 5 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 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 Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 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 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 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 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 30 min

  • Place des Vosges
  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Louvre Museum
  • Palais Garnier
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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 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 place des Vosges. This incredible attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,305 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 Louvre Museum. Attracting 2,825,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Louvre Museum is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Palais Garnier. This opera house and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 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 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 9 km, 1 hour 17 min

  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Les Invalides
  • 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 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 Musée d'Orsay. As one of the top sights in the area, around 3,651,616 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 71,115 visitors.

Tuileries Garden is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Les Invalides. This building complex is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 30,459 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.

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 8 km, 57 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • 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 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.

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

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Day 9 – Chelles and Beaune

Day 9

Day 9 – Chelles and Beaune

  • Beaune
  • Chelles
  • More

Drive 340 km, 3 hours 44 min

  • Parc Francois Mitterand
  • La Moutarderie Fallot
  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • More

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Paris and embark on a scenic drive to Beaune, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Paris 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 Paris.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable La Moutarderie Fallot. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,107 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Bout du Monde to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Beaune, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Barbizier. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Barbizier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Le Bistrot du Coin 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 109 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 10 – Lyon

Day 10

Day 10 – Lyon

  • Lyon
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Drive 156 km, 2 hours 5 min

  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Place Bellecour
  • More

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night.

This much-appreciated minor basilica and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 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 Place Bellecour to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Place Bellecour is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

Lyon 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 Bouchon Tupin. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 969 reviews.

The remarkable L'Institut Restaurant is another top restaurant in Lyon we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Flair Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Lyon, the fantastic L Bar food & drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Phantom of the Opera. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Black Forest Society. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 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 11 – Cabrières-d'Avignon and Marseille

Day 11

Day 11 – Cabrières-d'Avignon and Marseille

  • Avignon
  • Marseille
  • More

Drive 331 km, 3 hours 40 min

  • Pont d'Avignon
  • Palais des Papes
  • Jardin des doms
  • More

Day 11 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Marseille for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Cabrières-d'Avignon is the amazing Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible palace, Palais des Papes. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Palais des Papes welcomes around 616,210 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Cabrières-d'Avignon is the outstanding Jardin des doms. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After dinner, visit Carry Nation, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, La Caravelle is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

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Day 12 – Marseille

Day 12

Day 12 – Marseille

  • Marseille
  • More

Drive 39 km, 2 hours

  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Les Petits Trains de Marseille
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Palais Longchamp
  • Calanques National Park
  • More

On day 12 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Marseille, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Marseille.

Today you'll explore the city of Marseille. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This incredible attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 visitors.

Les Petits Trains de Marseille is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Marseille. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,053 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Palais Longchamp. This water tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Calanques National Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 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 Marseille.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, like La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy Trattoria Marco, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Marseille. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, Bar Bu. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

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

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Day 13 – Arles and Carcassonne

Day 13

Day 13 – Arles and Carcassonne

  • Carcassonne
  • Arles
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Drive 336 km, 4 hours 29 min

  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • 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 Arles. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Arles’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Arles, start your day with a visit to the amazing Alpilles Natural Regional Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,184 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Château des Baux-de-Provence. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Carrières des Lumières to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Carrières des Lumières is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

The lovely Arles Amphitheatre is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,060 visitors have left this roman amphitheatre average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 14 – Carcassonne, Toulouse, and Pau

Day 14

Day 14 – Carcassonne, Toulouse, and Pau

  • Toulouse
  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
  • Carcassonne
  • More

Drive 293 km, 3 hours 25 min

  • Château Comtal
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • More

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

One of the best places to explore in the city of Carcassonne today is Château Comtal. This excellent attraction is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Cité de Carcassonne, an outstanding fortress, in the city of Carcassonne. Around 76,968 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Basilique Saint Nazaire. This amazing attraction is a church and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

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 Jardin des Plantes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Toulouse. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau, Ô PETIT PAÙ. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

Locals recommend Le Poulet à 3 Pattes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. Le Poulet à 3 Pattes is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Pau is Restaurant Le SUD. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Pau, Snug. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like New Red Lion. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 493 customers.

V and B Pau is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Pau. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers.

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

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Day 15 – Pau and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - departure day

Day 15

Day 15 – Pau and Artigues-près-Bordeaux - departure day

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Departure day
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  • Kofu Japanese Garden
  • More

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

Parc Beaumont is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Pau. This green space and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,112 visitors.

If you're interested in seeing something else, the place Clémenceau square is another great option. This attraction certainly lives up to its reputation for its 4.4 out of 5-star rating from 1,641 reviews.

You can also stop at Funiculaire de Pau funicular to capture the beauty and wonder of Pau one last time. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 travelers.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Pau at Le Dauphin before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Resto Dit Vin for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pau. The Resto Dit Vin restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 230 customers.

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

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