4-Day France road trip Starting from Lourdes to Bordeaux

Gave de Pau river beside the Basilica Notre Dame in Lourdes, France
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Summary

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

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-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 Lourdes and 1 night in Bordeaux, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Lourdes and Bordeaux. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Lourdes, 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 Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and place de la Bourse.

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 La Cité du Vin to the breathtaking miroir d'eau and jardin public, 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 Monument aux Girondins and learn more about the unique Animal Park of the Pyrenees to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Lourdes and Bordeaux, 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 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 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, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 1 night
Lourdes - city in FranceLourdes / 2 nights

Map

Attractions

Cité du VinCité du Vin
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Jardin PublicJardin Public
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Animal Park of the Pyrenees
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Lourdes, Argelès-Gazost, Hautes Pyrenees, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceBasilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
Grottes de Bétharram, Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, Argelès-Gazost, Hautes Pyrenees, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceGrottes de Bétharram
Funiculaire du Pic du JerFuniculaire du pic du Jer
Les Halles
Tom Rafting Cauterets

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
Travel dates

Include flights?

Yes
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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

Day 1 – Lourdes - arrival day

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

Lourdes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible funiculaire du pic du Jer. This attraction is a funicular and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,493 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 Lourdes, L'Embarcadère. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,914 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lourdes is Le Navarre. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

Locals recommend Eleanor restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lourdes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

Lourdes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lourdes is Hôtel Alba. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in France!

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Experiences

Day 2

Day 2 – Lourdes, Villelongue, Gez, and Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
  • Lourdes
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Drive 300 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Animal Park of the Pyrenees
  • Tom Rafting Cauterets
  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
  • Grottes de Bétharram
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Lourdes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lourdes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lourdes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,163 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lourdes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Bordeaux. Bordeaux 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 Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,090 reviews.

The remarkable suzzi is another top restaurant in Bordeaux we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Symbiose is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Bordeaux, the fantastic The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Molly Malone's. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Le Bar à Vin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 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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Experiences

Day 3

Day 3 – Lormont and Lourdes

  • Bordeaux
  • Lourdes
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Drive 268 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Jardin Public
  • Cité du Vin
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Day 3 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Bordeaux and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lourdes. You will stay in Lourdes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bordeaux is the amazing place de la Bourse. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible reflecting pool, miroir d'eau. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bordeaux is the outstanding Monument aux Girondins. This popular column and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

The spectacular jardin public is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 21,487 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Bordeaux by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. 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 Lourdes, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Café Le Cantegril, one of the best restaurants in the city of Lourdes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 434 customers.

Locals also recommend Hôtel Angelic Lourdes as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lourdes. Hôtel Angelic Lourdes is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lourdes is Hôtel Roissy, Lourdes. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

After dinner, visit Grand Hôtel Gallia & Londres Bike & NUXE Spa, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Lourdes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

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

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Day 4

Day 4 – Lourdes - departure day

  • Lourdes - Departure day
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  • Les Halles
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Day 4 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Lourdes 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.

Les Halles is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lourdes. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,871 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lourdes at Hôtel La Source - Lourdes before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 694 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Hôtel Astrid, Lourdes for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lourdes. The Hôtel Astrid, Lourdes restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 550 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Hôtel Saint-Sébastien. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 309 customers.

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

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