Cheap 10-Day France Road Trip from Montpellier to Valence, Beaune, Paris, and Auxerre

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Montpellier, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Montpellier and begin your adventure in France.

Montpellier is a popular cheap holiday destination in France with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Montpellier and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Arc de Triomphe will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,323 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Montpellier. An excellent example is the popular Coldrip food and coffee. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Empanadas Club. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Le Petit Jardin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,148 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,623 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Montpellier we recommend is The Shakespeare, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 659 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Montpellier and end your day in the city of Valence, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Montpellier is the amazing Jardin des plantes de Montpellier. This travel destination is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,446 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Comedy Square. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Montpellier is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Montpellier is the outstanding esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,915 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Patinoire Vegapolis. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, has been rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,474 travelers.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Valence. Valence is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Valence that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Valence enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Valence’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,363 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Fontaine monumentale.

This museum has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 625 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Beaune. Beaune is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Beaune that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Beaune enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Beaune’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le Bout du Monde. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Barbizier. This popular bar in Beaune has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 141 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Bistrot du Coin as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Bistrot du Coin is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 109 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Paris for 3 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in France.

While you’re in Melun, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. The fantastic Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible La Moutarderie Fallot, a well-known top-tier point of interest in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 3,107 travelers.

The top-rated Park Bouzaise is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular park and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 2,309 travelers.

Make Palace of Fontainebleau your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about France. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in France and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Paris. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Paris, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Le Bistrot Du Perigord is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Kitchen Galerie Bis, another well-loved restaurant in Paris. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in France.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Paris, Le Calbar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 bar goers.

Little Red Door is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Paris, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in France!

Day 5 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 172,488 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Eiffel Tower. This spectacular lattice tower and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 322,389 reviews. Attracting more than 6,207,303 travelers annually, the beloved Eiffel Tower is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Paris.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Tuileries Garden during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Tuileries Garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued art museum that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 71,115 visitors. Each year, approximately 3,651,616 come to this outstanding location to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Louvre Museum to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating art museum with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 travelers. The notable Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Paris.

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After taking in the best of Paris, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Jules Verne is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Paris. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Les Fous de l'Île, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,046 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Paris, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Paris.

The Bombardier is a fantastic bar many locals in Paris recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Experimental Cocktail Club, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,338 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 6 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Pont Alexandre III. This incredible attraction is a deck arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 27,899 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating place de la Concorde. This spectacular square and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 54,229 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Palais Garnier during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Palais Garnier has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 34,053 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Sacré-Cœur. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued church building that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 come to this outstanding location to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic La Villette to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating commune of france with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Paris, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Restaurant Île de la Réunion is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Paris. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Paris, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Paris.

The Highlander is a fantastic bar many locals in Paris recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Velvet Bar Paris, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting Café de Paris V an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 981 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 7 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Paris and the enchanting Villepreux, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Paris and end the day in Villepreux, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 of your affordable vacation in France will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Paris is the magnificent Notre-Dame de Paris. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 12,000,000 travelers from across the world. Around 45,788 visitors have rated this excellent catholic cathedral and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Panthéon on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known mausoleum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 43,649 travelers.

The remarkable Arc de Triomphe is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. Attracting more than 2,743,823 visitors in a single year, it's clear that the wonderful Arc de Triomphe is a perfect add-on to your itinerary. This attraction, an amazing triumphal arch, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Paris, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Villepreux.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Palace of Versailles. This popular site is a valued château in Villepreux and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Around 4,741,758 people travel to the city every year to see this wonderful local feature.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across France. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in France. Make your cheap holiday experience in France more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Auxerre offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in France. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Auxerre offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Auxerre’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through France with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in France!

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Auxerre and end your day in the city of Lyon, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Auxerre is the amazing Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129. This travel destination is a stained glass window that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,232 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Abbey of Saint-Germain d'Auxerre. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 569 travelers, a visit to this well-known place of worship and sightseeing spot in Auxerre is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Auxerre is the outstanding Grotte de Champ Retard. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 286 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lyon. Lyon is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Lyon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 969 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, L'Institut Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 853 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Flair Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lyon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit L Bar food & drink. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Phantom of the Opera. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 514 bar-goers.

You can also go to Black Forest Society as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Black Forest Society is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 500 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Nimes and end your day in the city of Montpellier, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Nimes is the amazing Auguste gate. This travel destination is a city gate that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,056 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Musée de la Romanité. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Nimes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 25,271 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Nimes is the outstanding Carré d'Art. This museum has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,211 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Jardin de La Fontaine. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Montpellier. Montpellier is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Montpellier that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Montpellier is Burger et Ratatouille. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 597 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Montpellier, Umami - La cinquième saveur is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 412 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is La Diligence. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Montpellier enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 527 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Montpellier’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Espit Chupitos Montpellier. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Rebuffy. This popular bar in Montpellier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 563 bar-goers.

You can also go to Broc Café Montpellier as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Broc Café Montpellier is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,165 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Montpellier.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in France.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Montpellier is the remarkable Aqueduc Saint-Clément. This aqueduct and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,224 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Montpellier, consider a top-rated restaurant like La Bistrote. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 429 customers.

Pastis Restaurant is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 350 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant Leclere. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Montpellier.

You’ll then say farewell to Montpellier and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in France!