3-Day France Road Trip in Pau

Photo of a bridge over river Gave de Pau in Orthez and Pic du midi Ossau ,France.
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Description

Summary

Duration
3 days & 2 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
2 nights included
Car rental
3 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 3-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, 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 and Bayonne.

We'll help you experience the best 3 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 Parc Beaumont and place Clémenceau.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of All Suites Appart Hotel Pau, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 5-star Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star All Suites Appart Hotel Pau. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Funiculaire de Pau to the breathtaking Le Train de La Rhune and Rocher de la vierge, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Pau and Bayonne, 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.

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 2 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 2 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Included

Hotel, 2 nights
Rental car, 3 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Pyrénées-Atlantiques - region in FrancePyrénées-Atlantiques / 2 nights
Bayonne - city in FranceBayonne

Map

Attractions

photo of the famous Rocher de la Vierge it's a rock of the Virgin Mary at beautiful morning in Biarritz, France.Rocher de la Vierge
Le Train de La Rhune, Sare, Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, New Aquitaine, Metropolitan France, FranceLe Train de La Rhune
Biarritz Aquarium, Biarritz, Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, New Aquitaine, Metropolitan France, FranceBiarritz Aquarium
Phare de BiarritzBiarritz Lighthouse

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 3

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Pau - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pau - arrival day

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Arrival day
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Pau. You’ll stay in Pau for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Pau has many popular destinations you can explore.

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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Pau is Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 494 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,061 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Pau is All Suites Appart Hotel Pau. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 967 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Pau, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

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 Garage. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers.

Locals recommend Le Berry as one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,274 customers.

Pau also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Pau is The Galway. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 731 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Pau is Au Fût et à mesure. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 3-day vacation in France!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Bayonne and Pau

Day 2

Day 2 – Bayonne and Pau

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
  • Bayonne
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Drive 296 km, 4 hours 4 min

  • Le Train de La Rhune
  • Rocher de la Vierge
  • Biarritz Aquarium
  • Biarritz Lighthouse
  • More

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Pau, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Pau.

Today you'll explore the city of Pau. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Parc Beaumont. This incredible attraction is a green space and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

Place Clémenceau is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Pau. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Pau is Funiculaire de Pau. This amazing attraction is a funicular and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,020 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 Pau.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Pau, like Restaurant Cotes & Mer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 835 customers.

Ô PETIT PAÙ is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Pau. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

Locals enjoy Le Poulet à 3 Pattes, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Pau. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 735 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, 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 another of the best bars in the city of Pau. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Pau - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Pau - departure day

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Departure day
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Day 3 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 Au Fût et à mesure before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Restaurant Le SUD for your last chance at a meal in the city of Pau. The Restaurant Le SUD restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Dauphin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 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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