5-Day Relaxed France Road Trip in Tours

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach Tours, where you’ll stay for a total of 4 nights.

Tours is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Vieux Tours. Around 2,551 visitors have rated this fascinating neighborhood and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

In the city of Tours, nothing beats the comfort the incredible Les Trésorières provides. This 5-star hotel is one of the most luxurious places to stay in the area and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 147 guests.

The best 4-star hotel we recommend in Tours is Mercure Tours Nord. This hotel offers many conveniences and is the perfect base for your relaxed road trip activities. Mercure Tours Nord has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 1,670 guests.

Budget travelers in Tours can stay cozy at the 3-star Campanile Tours Nord - Forum Melies. With an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 2,353 guests, this cheap hotel is the number one budget hotel option in the city.

These excellent hotels ensure guests a safe and relaxing stay in Tours. If these popular options are not available for your time in the city, our system will automatically help you find the best alternatives.

Exploring the food culture in Tours offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is The Pale. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

LA MAISON DES HALLES serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Tours has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 636 reviews.

Le Turon is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 518 customers, Le Turon is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Tours looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Bar Le Corsaire, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,000 reviews.

La réserve offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Tours. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Tours, where you’ll be staying for another 3 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Tours will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating château, the stunning Château d'Ussé. Around 6,588 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Château de Villandry, a popular château and another top-rated attraction in Tours.

You might discover a new thing or two about the city at the incredible Jardin botanique de Tours. This local attraction is an amazing botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

A stop at the outstanding Basilica of St. Martin, Tours will make your slow-paced and relaxed road trip in France more memorable. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,698 visitors, a stop at this local attraction during your leisurely self-drive through France is a chance to gain another experience worth sharing.

If you’re feeling a little eager to wander around the city a bit more, we recommend you visit the fantastic Tours Cathedral. Tours Cathedral is a well-loved catholic cathedral by locals and tourists alike, and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,212 visitors.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Tours. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Tours and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Tours that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Tours to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Tours for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Tours.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 601 customers, the dining experience La réserve offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Casse-Cailloux is another pleasant place to eat in Tours. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Le bistrot d'Odile and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 310 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Délirium café, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Tours is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Au Fût et à mesure, another well-known bar in Tours. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 422 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Au Lapin Qui Fume. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 486 customers, Au Lapin Qui Fume is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Tours.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Today is also another excellent opportunity to dine at some of the top-rated restaurants and bars in France.

From your accommodation, or your home for another 2 nights, you’ll leisurely drive to your first stop of the day, the remarkable Château d'Amboise. The famous Château d'Amboise has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 visitors.

Another popular attraction worthy of a visit while you’re leisurely touring Loches, is the stunning Château de Chenonceau. As one of the most well-known attractions in the area, Château de Chenonceau has earned an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 travelers' reviews.

There’s still a lot of things to see and experience in France.

Your relaxed road trip across France continues as you discover more popular sites and explore to your heart’s content.

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When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you can drive back to your accommodation in the city of Tours to rest and refresh yourself after your long adventure.

After relaxing at your hotel, you might want to grab a bite at one of the best restaurants in the city, like the L'idée Hall. This restaurant is a favorite among locals and is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

We also recommend that you try the different dishes served at Restaurant La Deuvalière. This restaurant has many positive reviews which earned it an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 499 food lovers worldwide.

Another top-rated restaurant in the city of Tours is Au Martin Bleu. Praised by local and foreign customers for its delicious food, this restaurant is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars in 453 customer reviews.

After your meal, it’s time to loosen up and experience the nightlife in Tours. Unwind at the amazing Le Bistrio and get a few glasses of their bestselling liquor. Le Bistrio is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 325 customers.

Hop on to another top-rated bar in the city and have an amazing night. Visit the L'Alexandra bar and try its wide selection of beverages and liquor. This bar is a favorite among locals and has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 328 customers.

Make the most of your Tours nightlife experience and get a few shots of your favorite drink at the Bibovino. This bar is highly recommended, having an outstanding 4.8 out of 5 stars from 240 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in France with this fun but relaxed road trip escapade!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Tours, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Tours will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating castle, the stunning Castle of Brézé. Around 3,734 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Tours. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Tours and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Tours that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Tours to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Tours for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Tours.

With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 422 customers, the dining experience Au Fût et à mesure offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Le Laurenty is another pleasant place to eat in Tours. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 450 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Au Lapin Qui Fume and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 486 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At PIRAAT CAFE TOURS, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Tours is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 335 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at L'Hédoniste, another well-known bar in Tours. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 248 reviews.

Another top-rated bar with a unique vibe is Le P Tit Soleil. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 192 customers, Le P Tit Soleil is one of the best places to end a laid-back tour of Tours.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 5 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Tours.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Tours once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Prébendes d'Oé Garden is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Tours. This top sight is a popular park, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 5 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Tours or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Le Bistrio. Dining at Le Bistrio is one of the best food experiences you can have in Tours. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 325 customers.

Another top recommendation in Tours is Makeda. If you go to Makeda, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 246 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like Bibovino. If you haven’t yet, a trip to Bibovino is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 240 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Tours and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 5-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.