Cheap 11-Day France Road Trip from Carcassonne traveling west to Lourdes, Bayonne, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Angers, Paris, and Limoges

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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 11-day road trip through France! Travel to Carcassonne, Lourdes, Bayonne, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Angers, Paris, and Limoges 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 Cité de Carcassonne, the captivating Eiffel Tower, 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 3 nights in Carcassonne, 1 night in Lourdes, 1 night in Bayonne, 1 night in Bordeaux, 1 night in La Rochelle, 1 night in Angers, 1 night in Paris, and 1 night in Limoges.

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 Carcassonne, 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 Louvre Museum to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Arc de Triomphe 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 Champ de Mars. You'll visit the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Tuileries Garden up close.

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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Rental car, 11 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne / 3 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 1 night
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes
Photo of Bordeaux aerial panoramic view. Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne river in Southwestern France.Bordeaux / 1 night
Lourdes - city in FranceLourdes / 1 night
Bayonne - city in FranceBayonne / 1 night
La Rochelle - city in FranceLa Rochelle / 1 night
Angers - city in FranceAngers / 1 night
Limoges - city in FranceLimoges / 1 night
Gourdon - city in FranceGourdon

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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 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 Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
photo of the magnificent Padirac Cave in Padirac, France.Padirac Cave
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
Le Train de La Rhune, Sare, Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, New Aquitaine, Metropolitan France, FranceLe Train de La Rhune
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
photo of the famous Rocher de la Vierge it's a rock of the Virgin Mary at beautiful morning in Biarritz, France.Rocher de la Vierge
photo of Miroir d'eau with the Place de la Bourse in Bordeaux in a beautiful summer morning, France.Miroir d'eau
Jardin PublicJardin Public
Biarritz Aquarium, Biarritz, Bayonne, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, New Aquitaine, Metropolitan France, FranceBiarritz Aquarium
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
photo of Monument aux Girondins at morning in Bordeaux, France.Monument aux Girondins
Animal Park of the Pyrenees
Proche cité
photo of Japanese garden on Ile de Versailles in Nantes, France.Île de Versailles (Nantes)
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Lourdes, Argelès-Gazost, Hautes Pyrenees, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceBasilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
Monkey Forest
Cathédrale Sainte-Marie de BayonneBayonne Cathedral
Parc Bordelais, R-105270, R-1667452, R-2202162, R-3792880, R-7405Parc bordelais
Grottes de Bétharram, Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, Argelès-Gazost, Hautes Pyrenees, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceGrottes de Bétharram
Fort de SocoaFort du Socoa
Grottes de SareCaves of Sare
Railway Tourist Haut Quercy
photo of the park Manor at Parc de Procé in Nantes, France.Parc de Procé
Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
Chambre D'Amour Playground
Funiculaire du Pic du JerFuniculaire du pic du Jer
Plage de Bidart
Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
Public Garden, Châteauroux, Indre, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FrancePublic Garden
Porte de l'AudePorte de l'Aude
Portail des JacobinsPortail des Jacobins

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Day 1

Day 1 – Carcassonne - arrival day

  • Carcassonne - Arrival day
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  • Porte de l'Aude
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Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Carcassonne, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Carcassonne and begin your adventure in France.

Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Porte de l'Aude will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating city gate that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 362 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 Carcassonne. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant La Marquière. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Brasserie a 4 Temps. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,551 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 Adélaïde. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,584 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Comte Roger is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,143 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Carcassonne we recommend is The Celt, 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 1,000 customers.

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

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Day 2

Day 2 – Carcassonne

  • Carcassonne
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Drive 6 km, 25 min

  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Church of Saints Nazaire and Celse
  • Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne
  • Château Comtal
  • Proche cité
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Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Carcassonne, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Basilique Saint Nazaire. This popular place of interest is a stunning church that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,146 visitors.

To make your trip to Carcassonne more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,201 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Château Comtal is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This castle and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 8,823 reviews.

Your discovery of Carcassonne does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Carcassonne on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Auberge des Lices, one of the best restaurants in Carcassonne. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 908 reviews.

You can also check out Le Blé Noir. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 932 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Le Parc Franck Putelat. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 621 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Carcassonne.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Carcassonne for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at La Métairie and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 756 customers.

Buffalo Grill Carcassonne is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,813 customers.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Carcassonne!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Lourdes, Aspin-en-Lavedan, and Gez

  • Lourdes
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Drive 311 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • Grottes de Bétharram
  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
  • Funiculaire du pic du Jer
  • Animal Park of the Pyrenees
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On day 3 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 Lourdes and end your day in the city of Lourdes, 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 Lourdes is the amazing Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. This travel destination is a church that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,163 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 Lourdes. Lourdes 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 Lourdes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lourdes is Le Navarre. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,181 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lourdes, Eleanor restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 602 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Hôtel Alba. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lourdes enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 637 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lourdes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Grand Hôtel Gallia & Londres Bike & NUXE Spa. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 465 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Bayonne and Saint Jean De Luz

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Drive 228 km, 3 hours 29 min

  • Fort du Socoa
  • Le Train de La Rhune
  • Caves of Sare
  • Bayonne Cathedral
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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 Bayonne and end your day in the city of Bayonne, 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 Bayonne is the amazing Bayonne Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,743 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 Bayonne. Bayonne 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 Bayonne that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bayonne is JANINE. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 707 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bayonne, Au p'ti bistro is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,677 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Victor Hugo. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bayonne enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,639 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bayonne’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Restaurant La Grange. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 915 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Brasserie BASA. This popular bar in Bayonne has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 559 bar-goers.

You can also go to Kubata & Kukubat as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Kubata & Kukubat is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 351 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Anglet, Bidart, and Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux
  • Bayonne
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Drive 217 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • Chambre D'Amour Playground
  • Rocher de la Vierge
  • Biarritz Aquarium
  • Plage de Bidart
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On day 5 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 Biarritz 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 Biarritz is the amazing Chambre D'Amour Playground. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,662 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Rocher de la vierge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,700 travelers, a visit to this well-known rock and sightseeing spot in Biarritz is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

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 Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,090 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bordeaux, suzzi 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 852 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Symbiose. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 896 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 The Connemara. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Molly Malone's. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,951 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Bar à Vin as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Bar à Vin is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,327 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Le Bouscat and La Rochelle

  • Bordeaux
  • La Rochelle
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Drive 192 km, 2 hours 20 min

  • Monument aux Girondins
  • Place de la Bourse
  • Miroir d'eau
  • Jardin Public
  • Parc bordelais
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On day 6 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 La Rochelle, 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 Monument aux Girondins. This travel destination is a column that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 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.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular jardin public. This attraction, an amazing urban park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic parc bordelais. This urban park is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors from all over the globe.

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 La Rochelle. La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in La Rochelle is Christopher Coutanceau. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,006 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in La Rochelle, LE JARDIN DU MARCHÉ 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 978 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Iséo. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in La Rochelle enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,577 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of La Rochelle’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit The Famous Pub. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Children of Rock. This popular bar in La Rochelle has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,254 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Jolly Sailor as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Jolly Sailor is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 903 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Nantes and Angers

  • Nantes
  • Angers
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Drive 238 km, 3 hours 18 min

  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Parc de Procé
  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
  • Botanical Garden
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
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On day 7 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 Angers, 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 Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This travel destination is an art project that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible parc de Procé. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,256 travelers, a visit to this well-known urban park and sightseeing spot in Nantes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nantes is the outstanding Île de Versailles (Nantes). This river island has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Botanical Garden. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Château des ducs de Bretagne. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors from all over the globe. Each year, around 167,867 travelers visit this attraction to cross it off their bucket lists.

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 Angers. Angers 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 Angers that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Angers is Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,756 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Angers, Crêperie du Château 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 558 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is La Reserve. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Angers enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,483 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Angers’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Mamie Fada. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Héron carré. This popular bar in Angers has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,625 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Cour - Angers as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Cour - Angers is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,026 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 301 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Louvre Museum
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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 Paris and end your day in the city of Paris, 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 Paris is the amazing Arc de Triomphe. This travel destination is a triumphal arch that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Arc de Triomphe with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place de la Concorde. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 92,172 visitors. In a single year, approximately 2,743,823 travelers include the unforgettable Tuileries Garden in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Louvre Museum. This attraction, an amazing art museum, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 travelers. As one of the top sights in Paris, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Louvre Museum attracts about 2,825,000 visitors annually.

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 Paris. Paris 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 Paris that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Paris is Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Paris, Le Bistrot Du Perigord 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 584 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Kitchen Galerie Bis. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Paris enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Paris’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit La Coupole. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Fumoir. This popular bar in Paris has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,606 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Mesturet as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Mesturet is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,547 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 9

Day 9 – Paris, Déols, and Limoges

  • Paris
  • Limoges
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Drive 406 km, 4 hours 31 min

  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Public Garden
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Day 9 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Paris and the enchanting Déols, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Paris and end the day in Déols, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 9 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. Around 94,043 visitors have rated this excellent urban park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Champ de Mars on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 172,488 travelers.

The remarkable Eiffel Tower is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. Attracting more than 6,207,303 visitors in a single year, it's clear that the wonderful Eiffel Tower is a perfect add-on to your itinerary. This attraction, an amazing lattice tower, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 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 Déols.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Public Garden. This popular site is a valued park in Déols and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 438 visitors.

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.

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

Le Pont Saint Etienne is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,081 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Limoges is L'Irlandais, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,536 customers.

Le Bistrot Jourdan offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Limoges. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,753 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 Limoges’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

O'BRIEN TAVERN Irish Pub Limoges is an excellent example of a great bar in Limoges offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Restaurant Le Glacier, another of locals’ go-to bars in Limoges. Restaurant Le Glacier is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,111 customers having rated it an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Le Paris is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Limoges. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from more than 914 bar-goers.

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 10

Day 10 – Padirac, Martel, Rocamadour, and Carcassonne

  • Carcassonne
  • Gourdon
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Drive 420 km, 4 hours 48 min

  • Railway Tourist Haut Quercy
  • Padirac Cave
  • Monkey Forest
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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 Padirac 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 Padirac is the amazing Padirac Cave. This travel destination is a pit cave that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,172 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.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Carcassonne is La Rapière. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 816 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Carcassonne, Buffalo Grill Salvaza Carcassonne is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4 out of 5 stars from 2,650 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is V and B Carcassonne. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Carcassonne enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 745 customers.

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 11

Day 11 – Carcassonne - departure day

  • Carcassonne - Departure day
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  • Portail des Jacobins
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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 Carcassonne.

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 Carcassonne is the remarkable Portail des Jacobins. This gate and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 296 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Carcassonne, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le Domaine d'Auriac. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 426 customers.

L'Oliveraie 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 out of 5 stars from 529 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Carcassonne 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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