7-Day France road trip from Nimes to Narbonne and Marseille

Aerial view of Roman Amphitheater in medieval town Nimes in France
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 Nimes, 1 night in Narbonne, and 2 nights 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 Nimes, Carcassonne, Narbonne, Marseille, and Arles. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Nimes, 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 Cité de Carcassonne, 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 Nimes, Carcassonne, Narbonne, Marseille, and Arles, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 3 nights
Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 2 nights
Narbonne - city in FranceNarbonne / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne
Arles - city in FranceArles

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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)
Pont du GardPont du Gard
Carrières des Lumières
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
Réserve Africaine de SigeanRéserve Africaine de Sigean
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
Centre Commercial Centre BourseCentre Commercial Centre Bourse
Château des Baux-de-Provence
Old city center and Marseille Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Marie-Majeure de Marseille). Top View.Cathédrale La Major
photo of the Roman Arles Amphitheatre in the Old Town of Arles in France.Arles Amphitheatre
Palais LongchampPalais Longchamp
Parc naturel régional de Camargue, Arles, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCamargue Regional Natural Park
Parc BorélyParc Borély
Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
Les Petits Trains de Marseille, Hôtel de Ville, 2nd Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceLes Petits Trains de Marseille
Calanque de Port-Miou
Musée de la Romanité de NîmesMusée de la Romanité
Cathedral of Saints Justus and Pastor of NarbonneCathédrale Saint-Just et Saint-Pasteur
Aigues mortes
Clock Tower

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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

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premium car
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Day 1 – Nimes - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Nimes - arrival day

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

Nimes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 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 Nimes, L'Instant T. The restaurant 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 is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Nimes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nimes is O’Flaherty’s. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Nimes is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Locals also enjoy La bonne mousse. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in France!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Nimes

Day 2

Day 2 – Nimes

  • Nîmes
  • More

Drive 156 km, 2 hours 56 min

  • Pont du Gard
  • Haribo Candy Museum
  • Musée de la Romanité
  • Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes
  • Aigues mortes
  • More

On day 2 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 2 nights 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.

Haribo Candy Museum is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Nimes. This spectacular attraction is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 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.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes. This best-rated sightseeing destination and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,652 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Aigues mortes. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,818 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 3 – Carcassonne and Narbonne

Day 3

Day 3 – Carcassonne and Narbonne

  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Château Comtal
  • Réserve Africaine de Sigean
  • Cathédrale Saint-Just et Saint-Pasteur
  • More

Day 3 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Carcassonne and the city of Narbonne. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Carcassonne is the amazing Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction is a fortress and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Château Comtal. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Carcassonne 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 Narbonne Cathedral in the city of Narbonne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit Les Halles de Narbonne, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Narbonne. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,657 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Marseille

Day 4

Day 4 – Marseille

  • Marseille
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Drive 258 km, 3 hours 19 min

  • Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
  • Cathédrale La Major
  • Les Petits Trains de Marseille
  • Centre Commercial Centre Bourse
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Marseille. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Marseille’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Marseille, start your day with a visit to the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Marseille Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,714 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Les Petits Trains de Marseille to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Les Petits Trains de Marseille is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,053 visitors.

The lovely Centre Commercial Centre Bourse is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 16,249 visitors have left this shopping mall average ratings of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Marseille has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Marseille. Marseille 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 Twist Avenue. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 618 reviews.

The remarkable AM par Alexandre Mazzia is another top restaurant in Marseille we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Bouchon Provençal is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Marseille, the fantastic Carry Nation. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful O'Malley. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is La Caravelle. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 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 5 – Marseille

Day 5

Day 5 – Marseille

  • Marseille
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Drive 105 km, 2 hours 51 min

  • Calanques National Park
  • Parc Borély
  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Palais Longchamp
  • Calanque de Port-Miou
  • More

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Marseille, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Marseille.

Today you'll explore the city of Marseille. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Calanques National Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 19,632 visitors.

Parc Borély is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Marseille. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Marseille is Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This amazing attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 36,436 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Palais Longchamp. This water tower and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Calanque de Port-Miou. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 6,728 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 Marseille.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Marseille, like La cigale vieux port. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Marseille. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Locals enjoy Trattoria Marco, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Marseille. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Marseille, Bar Bu. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

La dame du mont is another of the best bars in the city of Marseille. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Arles and Nimes

Day 6

Day 6 – Arles and Nimes

  • Nîmes
  • Arles
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Drive 156 km, 2 hours 49 min

  • Château des Baux-de-Provence
  • Carrières des Lumières
  • Arles Amphitheatre
  • Camargue Regional Natural Park
  • More

Day 6 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 Arles and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nimes. You will stay in Nimes for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Arles is the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Carrières des Lumières. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Arles is the outstanding Arles Amphitheatre. This popular roman amphitheatre and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Arles 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 dinner, visit Gard O Wine, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Big Ben Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 295 customers.

Alternatively, Livestation DIY - Nîmes is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nimes. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

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

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Day 7 – Nimes - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Nimes - departure day

  • Nîmes - Departure day
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  • Clock Tower
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Day 7 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Nimes 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.

Clock Tower is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nimes. This top-tier point of interest and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 496 visitors.

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

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

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