3-Day France Road Trip Starting in Tours

Aerial view of Tours, 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 Tours, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Tours. We'll help you experience the best 3 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Tours, 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 Jardin botanique de Tours and Vieux Tours.

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 de Saumur to the breathtaking Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud and Château d'Angers, 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 Tours, 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 Tours aerial panoramic view. Tours is a city in the Loire valley of France.Tours / 2 nights
Angers - city in FranceAngers
Doué-la-Fontaine

Map

Attractions

Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
Château de SaumurChâteau de Saumur
Abbaye Royale de FontevraudAbbaye Royale de Fontevraud
photo of Jardin botanique de Tours in Tours, France.Jardin botanique de Tours
Jardin des plantes d'AngersJardin des Plantes d'Angers
Vieux Tours

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 – Tours - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Tours - arrival day

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

Tours has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin botanique de Tours. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 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 Tours, Le Comptoir de Mamie Bigoude Tours Centre. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,883 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Restaurant Les Canailles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

Locals recommend Boll N Roll as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Tours also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tours is Buffalo Grill Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,396 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is The Pale. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Locals also enjoy Hotel & Spa Oceania L'univers Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 2 – Saumur, Fontevraud-l’Abbaye, and Tours

Day 2

Day 2 – Saumur, Fontevraud-l’Abbaye, and Tours

  • Angers
  • Tours
  • Doué-la-Fontaine
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Drive 290 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud
  • Château de Saumur
  • Château d'Angers
  • Jardin des Plantes d'Angers
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On day 2 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience two destinations, Fontevraud-l’Abbaye and Angers. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Tours, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations in the village of Fontevraud-l’Abbaye is Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud. This amazing attraction is a place of worship and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,966 visitors.

This day is also your chance to visit Château d'Angers in the city of Angers. Château d'Angers is a château and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

Another of the most popular attractions you could visit in the city of Angers is Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This stunning attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,436 visitors.

You can also make your new day in France more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of France’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Tours.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like LA MAISON DES HALLES. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

TIA Gourmet is one of the top restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Le Turon. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Tours, Café Bar Jazz Le Strapontin. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Tours, we recommend the cocktails at La réserve. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is Délirium café. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Tours!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Tours - departure day

Day 3

Day 3 – Tours - departure day

  • Tours - Departure day
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  • Vieux Tours
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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 Tours 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.

Vieux Tours is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tours. This neighborhood and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,551 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tours at Café Bistrot Restaurant Le Vieux Mûrier before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Casse-Cailloux for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tours. The Casse-Cailloux restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

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

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