5-Day France Road Trip from Perpignan to Marseille and Nimes

Photo of Castillet tower hosting a museum of history and culture in Perpignan, 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 Perpignan, 1 night in Marseille, and 1 night in Nimes, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Perpignan, Marseille, Nimes, and Carcassonne. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Perpignan, 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 Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) and Calanques National Park.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've 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 Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean to the breathtaking Jardin de La Fontaine and Palais des Papes, 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 Pont du Gard and learn more about the unique Cité de Carcassonne to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Perpignan, Marseille, Nimes, and Carcassonne, 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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

Photo of the Canal and Castle of Perpignan in springtime, Pyrenees-Orientales, France.Perpignan / 2 nights
Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 1 night
Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 1 night
Avignon - city in FranceAvignon
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne

Map

Attractions

Photo of scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
Photo of Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde in Marseille, a port city in southern France.Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
photo of Palace of the Popes (Palais des Papes), once fortress and palace, one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, at morning, Avignon, France.Palais des Papes
Pont du GardPont du Gard
Parc national des Calanques, Les Baumettes, 9th Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCalanques National Park
Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean, La Joliette, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceMucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Jardin de La Fontaine, Nimes, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin de La Fontaine
Pont d'Avignon, Avignon, Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FrancePont d'Avignon
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
Château Royal de CollioureChâteau Royal de Collioure
Salses Fortress
Palais des rois de MajorquePalais des rois de Majorque
Sports Park

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

Include flights?

Yes
No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

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

Personalize your itinerary

Day 1 – Perpignan - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Perpignan - arrival day

  • Perpignan - Arrival day
  • More
  • Sports Park
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Perpignan has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Sports Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,992 visitors.

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 Perpignan, O'Flaherty's. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Perpignan is Arena Bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

Perpignan also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Perpignan is Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 2 – Marseille

Day 2

Day 2 – Marseille

  • Perpignan
  • Marseille
  • More

Drive 393 km, 4 hours 36 min

  • Château Royal de Collioure
  • Palais des rois de Majorque
  • Salses Fortress
  • More

Day 2 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Marseille for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Perpignan is the amazing Château Royal de Collioure. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,884 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Salses Fortress. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,683 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Marseille, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille is O'Malley. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

After dinner, visit Carry Nation, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Marseille, Vaucluse, and Nimes

Day 3

Day 3 – Marseille, Vaucluse, and Nimes

  • Marseille
  • Avignon
  • Nîmes
  • More

Drive 183 km, 3 hours 24 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Palais des Papes
  • Pont d'Avignon
  • More

You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Perpignan today is Calanques National Park. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille), an outstanding church building, in the city of Perpignan. Around 36,436 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Perpignan is Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 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 Palais des Papes for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. Approximately 616,210 people visit Vaucluse every year to see the fantastic Palais des Papes.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals recommend L'Instant T as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes. L'Instant T is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes is Gard O Wine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Nimes, O’Flaherty’s. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La bonne mousse. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Nimes, Carcassonne, and Perpignan

Day 4

Day 4 – Nimes, Carcassonne, and Perpignan

  • Nîmes
  • Perpignan
  • Carcassonne
  • More

Drive 384 km, 4 hours 27 min

  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Pont du Gard
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Château Comtal
  • More

Day 4 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Perpignan and the city of Carcassonne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Perpignan is the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Pont du Gard. This arch bridge and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Perpignan 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 Cité de Carcassonne in the city of Carcassonne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a fortress and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the city of Carcassonne is the outstanding Château Comtal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors, this castle deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Perpignan. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

Locals also recommend O Shannon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Perpignan. O Shannon is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

After dinner, visit Black pearl 66, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Perpignan. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 155 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Divine. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 5 – Perpignan - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Perpignan - departure day

  • Perpignan - Departure day
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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 Perpignan 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.

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

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

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