6-Day France Road Trip from Perpignan traveling west to Carcassonne, Périgueux, and Bordeaux

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Perpignan. You’ll stay in Perpignan for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Perpignan has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 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 6-day vacation in France!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Perpignan’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Perpignan, start your day with a visit to the amazing Les Orgues d’Ille-sur-Têt. This much-appreciated hoodoo and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,166 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Gorge De Galamus. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,397 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Château Royal de Collioure to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Château Royal de Collioure is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,884 visitors.

The lovely Salses Fortress is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,683 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Perpignan has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Carcassonne and embark on a scenic drive to Perigueux, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Carcassonne before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Carcassonne. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful proche cité. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,102 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction, a beloved fortress, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable The Marqueyssac gardens. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,131 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château de Beynac. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,517 reviews.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 4 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 Perpignan and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bordeaux. You will stay in Bordeaux 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 Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,684 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible reflecting pool, miroir d'eau. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Perpignan is the outstanding jardin public. This popular urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

The spectacular parc bordelais is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating urban park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,855 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Bordeaux Cathedral. This attraction is a popular catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,591 visitors.

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

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

Locals also recommend Symbiose as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux. Symbiose is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bordeaux is L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

After dinner, visit The Connemara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Molly Malone's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Perpignan and the city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Perpignan for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Perpignan today is Monument aux Girondins. This excellent attraction is a column that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing place de la Bourse, an outstanding square, in the city of Perpignan. Around 16,251 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Jardin Japonais Pierre Baudis for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Toulouse. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,683 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 travelers.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Perpignan, Black pearl 66. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 155 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like La Divine. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

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

Day 6 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!