6-Day France Road Trip from Nice to Nimes and Marseille

Coast of Nice, France during golden sunset hour
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 Nice, 2 nights in Nimes, and 1 night in Marseille, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Nice, Nimes, Arles, and Marseille. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Nice, 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 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 Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean to the breathtaking Pont du Gard and Monte Carlo Casino, 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 Nice, Nimes, Arles, and Marseille, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

View of Mediterranean luxury resort and bay with yachts. Nice, Cote d'Azur, France. Nice / 2 nights
Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 2 nights
Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 1 night
Monaco - city in MonacoMonaco
Arles - city in FranceArles

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Attractions

Photo of Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde in Marseille, a port city in southern France.Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
Pont du GardPont du Gard
Monte Carlo Casino, Monte-Carlo, MonacoMonte Carlo Casino
Old Monaco MuseumMusée océanographique de Monaco
Parc national des Calanques, Les Baumettes, 9th Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCalanques National Park
Castle Hill, Vieux Nice, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCastle Hill
Prince's Palace of Monaco
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
Haribo Candy Museum, Uzès, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceHaribo Candy Museum
photo of Triton Fountain at Albert I Garden its ancient Greek statue and historical monument with Mediterranean house facades in Nice, France.Albert I Garden
Parc Phœnix, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceParc Phœnix
St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice
Japanese-Princess Grace Garden, Larvotto, MonacoPrincess Grace Japanese Garden
Musée de la Romanité de NîmesMusée de la Romanité
photo of Promenade du Paillon at morning in Nice, France.Promenade du Paillon
#ILoveNICE, Vieux Nice, Nice, Maritime Alps, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, France#ILoveNICE

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Day 1 - Nice - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Nice - arrival day

  • Nice - Arrival Day
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  • Albert I Garden
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Nice. You’ll stay in Nice for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Nice has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Albert I Garden. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,739 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 Nice, Chez Acchiardo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nice is Les Sens. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

Locals recommend La Shounga as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,693 customers.

Nice also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nice is Wayne's Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nice is Les Distilleries Idéales. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 - Nice and Nimes

Day 2

Day 2 - Nice and Nimes

  • Nice
  • Nîmes
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Drive 293 km, 3 hours 52 min

  • #ILoveNICE
  • Castle Hill
  • Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice
  • Parc Phœnix
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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 Nice and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nimes. You will stay in Nimes for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nice is the amazing #ILoveNICE. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 972 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Castle Hill. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,646 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nice is the outstanding Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice. This popular church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,225 visitors.

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

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

Locals also 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 O’Flaherty’s, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La bonne mousse. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 3 - Nimes

Day 3

Day 3 - Nimes

  • Nîmes
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Drive 157 km, 3 hours 2 min

  • Pont du Gard
  • Haribo Candy Museum
  • Jardin de La Fontaine
  • Musée de la Romanité
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On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nimes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Nimes.

Today you'll explore the city of Nimes. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Pont du Gard. This incredible attraction is an arch bridge and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 29,439 visitors.

Jardin de La Fontaine is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nimes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nimes is Musée de la Romanité. Attracting 25,271 annual visitors, it's clear that Musée de la Romanité is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 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 Nimes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nimes, like Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

Les Caves de Bernis is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nimes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Le Prolé. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is another of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

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

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Day 4 - Arles and Marseille

Day 4

Day 4 - Arles and Marseille

  • Marseille
  • Arles
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Drive 160 km, 3 hours 15 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • More

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Arles and the city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night.

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 Calanques National Park for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Marseille. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

This outstanding church building has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean in the city of Marseille. This attraction, a stunning museum, has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Marseille, Carry Nation. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

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Day 5 - Monaco and Nice

Day 5

Day 5 - Monaco and Nice

  • Monaco
  • Nice
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Drive 249 km, 3 hours 25 min

  • Musée océanographique de Monaco
  • Prince's Palace of Monaco
  • Monte Carlo Casino
  • Princess Grace Japanese Garden
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nice. You’ll stay in Nice for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Monaco’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Monaco, start your day with a visit to the amazing Prince's Palace of Monaco. This much-appreciated palace and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,604 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Monte Carlo Casino. This architectural structure and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 27,883 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Princess Grace Japanese Garden to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Princess Grace Japanese Garden is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,026 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Monaco has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nice. Nice 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 Peixes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,157 reviews.

The remarkable Le Frog is another top restaurant in Nice we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous L'antica is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nice, the fantastic Riviera & Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Shapko. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Le Vingt4. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 453 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 6 - Nice - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 - Nice - departure day

  • Nice - Departure Day
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  • Promenade du Paillon
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Day 6 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nice 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.

Promenade du Paillon is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nice. This greenway and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,770 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Nice at Comptoir du Marché before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend La Langouste for your last chance at a meal in the city of Nice. The La Langouste restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Cèdre. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

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

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