Cheap 11-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Bordeaux to Carcassonne, Limoges, Blois, and Paris

Photo of landscape view of Saint Emilion village in Bordeaux region, France.
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11 days & 10 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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10 nights included
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11 days included
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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 11-day road trip through France! Travel to Bordeaux, Carcassonne, Gourdon, Limoges, Auzouer-en-Touraine, Blois, Suèvres, Chelles, Paris, Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes with this cheap holiday package!

Explore France for less with this 11-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Eiffel Tower, the captivating Louvre Museum, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across France and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 2 nights in Bordeaux, 1 night in Carcassonne, 1 night in Limoges, 1 night in Blois, 4 nights in Paris, and 1 night in Nantes.

This customizable and cheap France travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in France at the lowest price!

On arrival in Bordeaux, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in France. Explore the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Champ de Mars and take in its distinct atmosphere. France offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in France. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in France.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in France, like the stunning Jardin du Luxembourg. You'll visit the incredible Palace of Versailles to make lasting memories.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 11-day road trip, you'll leave France happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 11-day vacation in France. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 10 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in France with CDW insurance.

You can customize your France travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in France and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind France’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in France offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in France with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to France fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 10 nights
Rental car, 11 days
CDW Insurance
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Personal travel agent
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Destinations

Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 1 night
Angers - city in FranceAngers
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne / 1 night
Limoges - city in FranceLimoges / 1 night
Gourdon - city in FranceGourdon
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Suèvres
Photo of the Chelles canal lock, France.Chelles
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Versailles palace outside Paris at sunset, France.Palace of Versailles
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a bright afternoon in Spring, France.Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
Photo of famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Photo of the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau, built in the XVIth century, is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley, Chenonceaux, France.Château de Chenonceau
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
photo of the magnificent Padirac Cave in Padirac, France.Padirac Cave
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
photo of the water mirror in front of the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning in France.Place de la Bourse
photo of Chateau Royal de Blois, facade of the Louis XII wing, France. This old castle is landmark of Loire Valley and located in Blois city. French palace of Renaissance in summer.Château Royal de Blois
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
photo of the beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Cité du VinCité du Vin
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Proche cité
Parc Bordelais, R-105270, R-1667452, R-2202162, R-3792880, R-7405Parc bordelais
Le Lieu uniqueLe Lieu unique
Jacques-Gabriel Bridge

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Day 1 - Bordeaux - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Bordeaux - arrival day

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

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing jardin public will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 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 Bordeaux. An excellent example is the popular suzzi. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Symbiose. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 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 L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 577 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

The Connemara is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,896 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Bordeaux we recommend is Molly Malone's, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

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Day 2 - Bordeaux and Carcassonne

Day 2

Day 2 - Bordeaux and Carcassonne

  • Bordeaux
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 351 km, 4 hours 5 min

  • Parc bordelais
  • Cité du Vin
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • More

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 Bordeaux and end your day in the city of Carcassonne, 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 Bordeaux is the amazing parc bordelais. This travel destination is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place de la Bourse. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bordeaux is the outstanding miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 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 Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Carcassonne’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!

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Day 3 - Carcassonne, Gourdon, and Limoges

Day 3

Day 3 - Carcassonne, Gourdon, and Limoges

  • Limoges
  • Carcassonne
  • Gourdon
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Drive 413 km, 4 hours 47 min

  • Château Comtal
  • Proche cité
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Padirac Cave
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Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Carcassonne and end your day in the city of Gourdon.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Limoges for 1 night. 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 Carcassonne, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château Comtal. The fantastic Château Comtal is a popular castle and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible proche cité, a well-known top-tier point of interest in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 7,102 travelers.

The top-rated Cité de Carcassonne is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular fortress and destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 76,968 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Carcassonne, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Gourdon.

Make Padirac Cave your first stop. This popular pit cave among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,172 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 Limoges. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Limoges, 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 L'Irlandais, one of the best restaurants in Limoges. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,536 customers.

O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at L'Atelier - Limoges, another well-loved restaurant in Limoges. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in France.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

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

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Day 4 - Auzouer-en-Touraine and Blois

Day 4

Day 4 - Auzouer-en-Touraine and Blois

  • Blois
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 260 km, 3 hours 33 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
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On day 4 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 Auzouer-en-Touraine and end your day in the city of Blois, 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 Auzouer-en-Touraine is the amazing Jardin botanique de l'Evêché. This travel destination is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,815 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Park Zoo Reynou. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,827 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Auzouer-en-Touraine is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Limoges Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,596 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 Blois. Blois 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 Blois that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Blois is Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Blois’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!

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Day 5 - Suèvres, Chelles, and Paris

Day 5

Day 5 - Suèvres, Chelles, and Paris

  • Blois
  • Paris
  • Suèvres
  • Chelles
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 34 min

  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Jacques-Gabriel Bridge
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Château de Chambord
  • More

Day 5 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Suèvres and the enchanting Chelles, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Suèvres and end the day in Chelles, where you'll stay for 4 nights.

Buckle up because day 5 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 Suèvres is the magnificent Château de Blois. Around 15,926 visitors have rated this excellent château and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Jacques-Gabriel Bridge on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 820 travelers.

The remarkable Château de Cheverny is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing château, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 travelers.

Beyond the above-mentioned sites, you also have the opportunity to visit the fascinating Château de Chambord. This château and well-loved attraction in Suèvres is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

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

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.

Paris 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 Paris offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Restaurant Guy Savoy is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Paris is Le Bistrot Du Perigord, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

Kitchen Galerie Bis offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Paris. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. 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 Paris’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Le Calbar is an excellent example of a great bar in Paris offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Little Red Door, another of locals’ go-to bars in Paris. Little Red Door is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,722 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 6 - Paris

Day 6

Day 6 - Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 33 km, 1 hour 37 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
  • More

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 3 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 Arc de Triomphe during a vacation in Paris. This well-known triumphal arch and marvelous attraction hosts 2,743,823 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Arc de Triomphe has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 193,235 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding La Villette. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued commune of france that has a rating of 4.4 out of a 5-star rating from 56,497 visitors.

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.

Le Train Bleu 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 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier 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 1,775 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Jules Verne, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,525 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.

Experimental Cocktail Club 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 1,338 customers.

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

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Day 7 - Paris

Day 7

Day 7 - Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 13 km, 49 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Louvre Museum
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • More

Day 7 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 Palais Garnier. This incredible attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 34,053 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Louvre Museum. This spectacular art museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 260,788 reviews. Attracting more than 2,825,000 travelers annually, the beloved Louvre Museum is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Paris.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous place de la Concorde during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing place de la Concorde has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 54,229 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued garden that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 92,172 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Musée d'Orsay 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 71,115 travelers. The notable Musée d'Orsay hosts around 3,651,616 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Paris.

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.

Le Petit Châtelet is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,057 customers.

Les Fous de l'Île 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 1,046 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!

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Day 8 - Paris

Day 8

Day 8 - Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 7 km, 33 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
  • More

Day 8 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 Jardin des plantes. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 40,461 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Panthéon. This spectacular mausoleum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 43,649 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Jardin du Luxembourg during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Sainte Chapelle. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued chapel that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 32,376 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Notre-Dame de Paris to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating catholic cathedral with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 45,788 travelers. The notable Notre-Dame de Paris hosts around 12,000,000 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Paris.

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.

Locals enjoy dining at Le Restaurant Vingt Spts, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 628 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.

Les Fous de l'Île 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 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Le Requin Chagrin, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 737 customers.

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

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Day 9 - Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes

Day 9

Day 9 - Villepreux, Angers, and Nantes

  • Angers
  • Nantes
  • Villepreux
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Drive 411 km, 4 hours 31 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Château d'Angers
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Day 9 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Villepreux and end your day in the city of Angers.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Nantes for 1 night. 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 Villepreux, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Palace of Versailles. The fantastic Palace of Versailles is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 travelers and draws around 4,741,758 visitors every year.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Gardens of Versailles, a well-known french formal garden in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 13,133 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Villepreux, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Angers.

Make Château d'Angers your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 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 Nantes. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Nantes, 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 Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in Nantes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Pickles is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Pickles is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Gigg's Irish Pub, another well-loved restaurant in Nantes. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 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 Nantes, Le Labo. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 bar goers.

Fleming's Irish Pub is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Nantes, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 935 customers.

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

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Day 10 - Nantes and Bordeaux

Day 10

Day 10 - Nantes and Bordeaux

  • Nantes
  • Bordeaux
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Drive 353 km, 3 hours 41 min

  • Botanical Garden
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Le Lieu unique
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • More

On day 10 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 Nantes and end your day in the city of Bordeaux, 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 Nantes is the amazing Botanical Garden. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château des ducs de Bretagne. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Nantes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 167,867 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Nantes is the outstanding Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This art project has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,332 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 Bordeaux. Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bordeaux is Chai Les Copains. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 501 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bordeaux, The Connemara is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,896 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Melodie. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,499 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bordeaux’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le Bar à Vin. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Houses Of Parliament. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,469 bar-goers.

You can also go to Sherlock Holmes Pub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Sherlock Holmes Pub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,224 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 11 - Bordeaux - departure day

Day 11

Day 11 - Bordeaux - departure day

  • Bordeaux - Departure Day
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  • Monument aux Girondins
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 11 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Bordeaux.

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 Bordeaux is the remarkable Monument aux Girondins. This column and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,483 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Bordeaux, consider a top-rated restaurant like Molly Malone's. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

Le Confidentiel 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 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,544 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le K Baroque. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Bordeaux.

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

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