3-Day France Road Trip Starting in Perpignan

Photo of Castillet tower hosting a museum of history and culture in Perpignan, 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 Perpignan, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Perpignan and Carcassonne. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Perpignan, 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 Sports Park and Château Comtal.

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 Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne to the breathtaking Cité de Carcassonne and Basilique Saint Nazaire, 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 Perpignan 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 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. 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

Photo of the Canal and Castle of Perpignan in springtime, Pyrenees-Orientales, France.Perpignan / 2 nights
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne

Map

Attractions

Photo of scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours, Lastours, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceLes Quatre Châteaux de Lastours
Sports Park
Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
Place de Catalogne

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
Travel dates

Include flights?

Yes
No

Travelers

Rooms

Flights

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 – Perpignan - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Perpignan - arrival day

  • Perpignan - Arrival day
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  • Sports Park
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Perpignan has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Sports Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,992 visitors.

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 Perpignan, O Shannon. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

Perpignan also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is O'Flaherty's. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is Arena Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

Locals also enjoy Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 2 – Carcassonne and Perpignan

Day 2

Day 2 – Carcassonne and Perpignan

  • Perpignan
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 267 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • Château Comtal
  • Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours
  • More

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

Today you'll explore the city of Carcassonne. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Château Comtal. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 visitors.

Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Carcassonne. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Carcassonne is Cité de Carcassonne. This amazing attraction is a fortress and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Basilique Saint Nazaire. This church and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,293 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 Perpignan.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Perpignan, O Shannon. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Black pearl 66. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 155 customers.

La Divine is another of the best bars in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Perpignan - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Perpignan - departure day

  • Perpignan - Departure day
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  • Place de Catalogne
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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 Perpignan 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.

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

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

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