4-Day France Road Trip from Toulouse traveling north to Bordeaux

Photo of Toulouse, France. beautiful cityscape with The River Garonne and La Grave dome in the background at sunset.
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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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse, 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 St. Sernin and Jardin des Plantes.

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 place de la Bourse 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 Musée Aeroscopia and learn more about the unique La Cité du Vin to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Toulouse 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 Toulouse and Garonne river aerial panoramic view, France.Toulouse / 2 nights
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 1 night

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
Basilica of Saint Sernin is a Roman Catholic church in Toulouse, FranceBasilica of St Sernin
Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Michel, Le Busca, Empalot, Saint-Agne, Toulouse Sud-Est, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des Plantes
Musée Aeroscopia, Blagnac, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceMusée Aeroscopia
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Couvent des Jacobins, Capitole, Toulouse Centre, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceCouvent des Jacobins
Place Saint-Pierre
Pont Neuf, Saint-Cyprien, Toulouse Rive Gauche, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FrancePont-Neuf

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 – Toulouse - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Toulouse - arrival day

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

Toulouse has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Pont-Neuf. This attraction is a deck arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 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 Toulouse, La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse is Grain De Folie. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers.

Locals recommend Le Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

Toulouse also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Toulouse is The George and Dragon. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,383 customers.

Locals also enjoy The London Town. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 2 – Toulouse and Bordeaux

Day 2

Day 2 – Toulouse and Bordeaux

  • Toulouse
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 266 km, 3 hours 21 min

  • Couvent des Jacobins
  • Basilica of St Sernin
  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Musée Aeroscopia
  • More

Day 2 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 Toulouse and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bordeaux. You will stay in Bordeaux for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Toulouse is the amazing Couvent des Jacobins. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,770 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible minor basilica, Basilica of St. Sernin. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Toulouse is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 visitors.

The spectacular Musée Aeroscopia is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,683 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Toulouse 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 Bordeaux, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try suzzi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Oiseau Bleu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. L'Oiseau Bleu is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

After dinner, visit Symbiose, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Alternatively, Molly Malone's is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Bordeaux and Toulouse

Day 3

Day 3 – Bordeaux and Toulouse

  • Bordeaux
  • Toulouse
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Drive 262 km, 3 hours 17 min

  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Jardin Public
  • Cité du Vin
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bordeaux. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bordeaux’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bordeaux, start your day with a visit to the amazing place de la Bourse. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Monument aux Girondins to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Monument aux Girondins is a column that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

The lovely jardin public is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,341 visitors have left this urban park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular La Cité du Vin. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 21,487 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bordeaux has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Toulouse. Toulouse 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 Bistroquet à la Une. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,125 reviews.

The remarkable Aux Pieds sous la Table is another top restaurant in Toulouse we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Winter Garden is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 864 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Toulouse, the fantastic Melting Pot Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Pub O'Clock. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,139 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Four Monkeys. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,037 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 4 – Toulouse - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Toulouse - departure day

  • Toulouse - Departure day
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  • Place Saint-Pierre
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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 Toulouse 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.

Place Saint-Pierre is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Toulouse. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,139 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Toulouse at Le 5 Wine Bar before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Pizzeria Bambino for your last chance at a meal in the city of Toulouse. The Pizzeria Bambino restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Bièrographe. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

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

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