Cheap 12-Day France Road Trip from Pau to Angouleme, Blois, Paris, and Angers

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

Pau 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 Pau and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing place Clémenceau will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,641 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 Pau. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant Le Canard Royal. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is L'Opéra. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 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 Berry. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,274 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Le Garage is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,953 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Pau we recommend is The Galway, 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 731 customers.

Au Fût et à mesure is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 585 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 Pau and end your day in the city of Angouleme, 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 Pau is the amazing Musée Bernadotte. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 104 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Musée des Beaux-Arts de Pau. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 554 travelers, a visit to this well-known art museum and sightseeing spot in Pau is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 18,267 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Pau is the outstanding Parc Beaumont. This green space has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Angouleme. Angouleme 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 Angouleme that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

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

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 Chenonceaux and end your day in the city of Amboise.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Blois 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 Chenonceaux, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château de Chenonceau. The fantastic Château de Chenonceau is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 travelers.

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

Make Château d'Amboise your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Amboise is the outstanding Château du Clos Lucé. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 visitors, this remarkable museum and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

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You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Blois. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Blois, 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 Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in Blois. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

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!

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

Buckle up because day 4 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 Blois 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 top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 820 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Château de Chambord. This popular site is a valued château in Chambord and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 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.

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.

La Coupole is an excellent example of a great bar in Paris offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Le Train Bleu, another of locals’ go-to bars in Paris. Le Train Bleu is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 6,110 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Le Fumoir is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 3,606 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!

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 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 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.

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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.

Angelina 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 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at To Restaurant Paris, 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 2,267 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.

Le Mesturet 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 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Little Red Door, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting The Bombardier an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,775 reviews.

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 2 nights left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Louvre Museum. As one of the best sights in the area, it’s not surprising that over 2,825,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 260,788 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Musée d'Orsay. This spectacular art museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 71,115 reviews. Attracting more than 3,651,616 travelers annually, the beloved Musée d'Orsay 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 place de la Concorde. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued square that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 54,229 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Palais Garnier to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating opera house with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 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.

Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème 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 1,702 customers.

Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 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.

Harry's New York Bar 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 1,751 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Dirty Dick, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,508 customers.

Bisou. Is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting Bisou. An average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,248 reviews.

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

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 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This spectacular urban park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Panthéon during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Panthéon has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 43,649 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Notre-Dame de Paris. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued catholic cathedral that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 45,788 visitors. Each year, approximately 12,000,000 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 Sainte Chapelle to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating chapel with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,376 travelers.

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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.

Saint James Paris is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,024 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.

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.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at The Highlander, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,285 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 8 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 Angers and end your day in the city of Versailles.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Angers 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 Angers, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château d'Angers. The fantastic Château d'Angers is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,556 travelers.

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

Make Palace of Versailles your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Based on recent data, the remarkable Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers from across the world.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Versailles is the outstanding Gardens of Versailles. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors, this remarkable french formal garden and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

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You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Angers. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Angers, 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 Bistrot des Ducs, one of the best restaurants in Angers. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,756 customers.

Crêperie du Château is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Crêperie du Château is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at NACHOS, another well-loved restaurant in Angers. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,265 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 Angers, La Reserve. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,483 bar goers.

Mamie Fada is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Angers, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,549 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Le Héron carré, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday 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 Les Herbiers and end your day in the city of Bordeaux, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Les Herbiers is the amazing Municipal Park Landreau. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 442 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Gare des Herbiers. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 214 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Les Herbiers is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Les Herbiers is the outstanding Château d'Ardelay. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 179 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 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.

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

Day 10 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Lormont than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Lormont 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 Bordeaux.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated La Cité du Vin. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from around 21,487 visitors.

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After taking in the best of Lormont, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bordeaux 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.

L'Oiseau Bleu is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 577 customers.

Chai Les Copains is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Bordeaux. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at L'Autre Petit Bois, 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 2,474 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux.

Café Brun is a fantastic bar many locals in Bordeaux recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Restaurant Le Plana, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,688 customers.

The Houses Of Parliament is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Bordeaux. Customers have rated the exciting The Houses Of Parliament an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,469 reviews.

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

On day 11 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 Pau, 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 place du Parlement. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,489 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 Porte de Bourgogne. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,953 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic The big bell of Bordeaux. This bell tower is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 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 Pau. Pau 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 Pau that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pau is Restaurant Cotes & Mer. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 835 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pau, Le Henri IV 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 751 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Gueuleton - Pau. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pau enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 696 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pau’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Snug. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Winfield Café. This popular bar in Pau has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 791 bar-goers.

You can also go to L'Imparfait as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular L'Imparfait is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 152 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 12 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Pau.

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 Pau is the remarkable Kofu Japanese Garden. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 361 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Pau, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le Café du Passage. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 833 customers.

Ô PETIT PAÙ 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 570 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Poulet à 3 Pattes. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 735 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Pau.

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