5-Day France road trip from Lourdes to Bayonne and Bordeaux

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

Summary

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

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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, 1 night in Bayonne, 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, Bayonne, La Teste-de-Buch, and Bordeaux. We'll help you experience the best 5 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 place de la Bourse and miroir d'eau.

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 jardin public to the breathtaking Rocher de la vierge and Dune of Pilat, 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 Lourdes, Bayonne, La Teste-de-Buch, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Bayonne - city in FranceBayonne / 1 night
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 1 night
Photo of Dune of Pilat in La Teste-de-Buch, France.La Teste-de-Buch
Lourdes - city in FranceLourdes / 2 nights

Map

Attractions

Dune of Pilat
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 the famous Rocher de la Vierge it's a rock of the Virgin Mary at beautiful morning in Biarritz, France.Rocher de la Vierge
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
Biarritz Aquarium, Biarritz, Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, New Aquitaine, Metropolitan France, FranceBiarritz Aquarium
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Animal Park of the Pyrenees
photo of Pont d'Espagne Bridge in Cauterets, Pyrenees, France.Pont d'Espagne
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
Parc Mauresque, R-1665459, R-7405, R-3792880, R-2202162Parc Mauresque
Funiculaire du Pic du JerFuniculaire du pic du Jer
Les Halles

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travel details

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy
Travel dates

Include flights?

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Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Car
Yes
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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 – Lourdes - arrival day

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.

Lourdes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in France!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Lourdes and Bayonne

Day 2

Day 2 – Lourdes and Bayonne

  • Bayonne
  • Lourdes
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Drive 231 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • Grottes de Bétharram
  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
  • Animal Park of the Pyrenees
  • Pont d'Espagne
  • 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 Lourdes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bayonne. You will stay in Bayonne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Lourdes is the amazing Pont d'Espagne. This attraction is a protected area that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,075 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church, Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,163 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Lourdes is the outstanding Grottes de Bétharram. This popular show cave and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,262 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bakera, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bayonne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 327 customers.

Locals also recommend Bar Basque as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bayonne. Bar Basque is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 294 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bayonne is Bar Remy. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 419 customers.

After dinner, visit Katie Daly's Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bayonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 677 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bar du Marché. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Alternatively, Kubata & Kukubat is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bayonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 351 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Bayonne, La Teste-de-Buch, and Bordeaux

Day 3

Day 3 – Bayonne, La Teste-de-Buch, and Bordeaux

  • Bayonne
  • Bordeaux
  • La Teste-de-Buch
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Drive 286 km, 3 hours 52 min

  • Dune of Pilat
  • Rocher de la Vierge
  • Biarritz Aquarium
  • Parc Mauresque
  • More

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the city of Bayonne and the city of La Teste-de-Buch. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Bayonne today is Rocher de la vierge. This excellent attraction is a rock that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,700 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Parc Mauresque for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of La Teste-de-Buch. This popular attraction is an english garden and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,892 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,111 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bordeaux.

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Bordeaux, Symbiose. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like The Connemara. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Molly Malone's is a popular bar 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.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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Day 4 – Bordeaux and Lourdes

Day 4

Day 4 – Bordeaux and Lourdes

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

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 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 Lourdes. You’ll stay in Lourdes 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 Lourdes. Lourdes offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 5 – Lourdes - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Lourdes - departure day

  • Lourdes - Departure day
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  • Les Halles
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Day 5 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 top-tier point of interest 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’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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