5-Day France road trip Starting from Paris to Beauvais

Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.
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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 3 nights in Paris and 1 night in Beauvais, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Paris and Beauvais. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Paris, 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 Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

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 Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Jardin du Luxembourg, 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 Paris and Beauvais, 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

Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 3 nights
Beauvais - city in FranceBeauvais / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Disneyland Paris castle, France.Disneyland Paris
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
photo of the famous Chateau de Chantilly (Chantilly Castle, 1560) at beautiful morning, is a historic chateau located in town of Chantilly, France.Château de Chantilly
Parc de Noisiel

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Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
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People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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Premium car

Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 – Paris - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Paris - arrival day

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • Jardin du Luxembourg
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Paris has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 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 Paris, Restaurant Guy Savoy. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Paris is Le Bistrot Du Perigord. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Locals recommend Kitchen Galerie Bis as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

Paris also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Paris is Le Calbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Paris is Little Red Door. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Paris

Day 2

Day 2 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
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On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Eiffel Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is Arc de Triomphe. Attracting 2,743,823 annual visitors, it's clear that Arc de Triomphe is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a triumphal arch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This church building and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 people come to this outstanding attraction to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic La Villette. This commune of france is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 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 Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy Les Fous de l'Île, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, The Bombardier. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Paris and Beauvais

Day 3

Day 3 – Paris and Beauvais

  • Paris
  • Beauvais
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Drive 91 km, 2 hours 12 min

  • Panthéon
  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Place de la Concorde
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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 Paris and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Beauvais. You will stay in Beauvais for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Paris is the amazing Panthéon. This attraction is a mausoleum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, Louvre Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Louvre Museum welcomes around 2,825,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Paris is the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This popular art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors.

The spectacular Tuileries Garden is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 92,172 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic place de la Concorde. This attraction is a popular square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit La bohemia, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Beauvais. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 490 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Papotin. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 198 customers.

Alternatively, L'alternative is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Beauvais. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 189 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Beauvais, Melun, and Paris

Day 4

Day 4 – Beauvais, Melun, and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 175 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Château de Chantilly
  • Disneyland Paris
  • Parc de Noisiel
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Château de Chantilly. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,488 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Beauvais is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Parc de Noisiel for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,973 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Île de la Réunion, one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Imprévu Café as one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. L'Imprévu Café is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

After dinner, visit The Highlander, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Velvet Bar Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

Alternatively, Café de Paris V is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Paris - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Paris - departure day

  • Paris - Departure day
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  • Jardin des plantes
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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 Paris 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.

Jardin des plantes is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Paris. This botanical garden and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Paris at Le Restaurant Vingt Spts before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Joséphine Chez Dumonet for your last chance at a meal in the city of Paris. The Joséphine Chez Dumonet restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 customers.

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

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