Cheap 13-Day France Road Trip from Carcassonne traveling north to Nimes, Lyon, Beaune, Paris, Blois, Poitiers, and Bordeaux

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 Portail des Jacobins will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating gate that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 296 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!

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 Château Comtal. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,823 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. This popular place of interest is a stunning best-rated sightseeing destination that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,201 visitors.

To make your trip to Carcassonne more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Cité de Carcassonne. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 76,968 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Cité de Carcassonne is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Musée de l'Ecole is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 287 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Basilique Saint Nazaire. More than 4,146 visitors have rated this church and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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!

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 Les Baux-de-Provence and end your day in the city of Nimes, 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 Les Baux-de-Provence is the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Carrières des Lumières. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Les Baux-de-Provence 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 Nimes. Nimes 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 Nimes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Nimes is The Bird. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 659 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Nimes, Restaurant Skab 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 591 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Nimes enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,576 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Nimes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit O’Flaherty’s. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This popular bar in Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Questel as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Questel is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 575 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Nimes and the enchanting La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nimes and end the day in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard, where you'll stay for 1 night.

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 Nimes is the magnificent Jardin de La Fontaine. Around 15,878 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Pont du Gard on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 29,439 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Nimes, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic hamlet of La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard.

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.

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

L Bar food & drink is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,758 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Lyon is Bouchon Tupin, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

L'Institut Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Lyon. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 853 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 Lyon’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Black Forest Society is an excellent example of a great bar in Lyon offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Livestation DIY - Lyon, another of locals’ go-to bars in Lyon. Livestation DIY - Lyon is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,452 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Lyon. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 1,225 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!

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 Caluire-et-Cuire and end your day in the city of Beaune, 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 Caluire-et-Cuire is the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

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

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

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

One restaurant we recommend you try in Beaune is Le Bout du Monde. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 343 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Beaune, Le Bistrot du Coin 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 109 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Rest O Bar. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Beaune enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

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

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

Day 6 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 Paris and end your day in the city of Fontainebleau.

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

While you’re in Paris, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Jardin des plantes. The fantastic Jardin des plantes is a popular botanical garden and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg, a well-known urban park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 94,043 travelers.

The top-rated Panthéon is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular mausoleum and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 43,649 travelers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Paris, La Coupole. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 bar goers.

Le Fumoir is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Paris, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,606 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Le Mesturet, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

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

Day 7’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Eiffel Tower. This popular place of interest is a stunning lattice tower that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 322,389 visitors. With around 6,207,303 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Arc de Triomphe. This well-known triumphal arch attracts up to 2,743,823 people each year. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 193,235 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Arc de Triomphe is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Sacré-Cœur is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This church building and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 118,527 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 11,000,000 people.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing La Villette. More than 56,497 visitors have rated this commune of france and tourist destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris 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 Angelina, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,038 reviews.

You can also check out Au Pied de Cochon. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is The Bombardier. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,775 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Little Red Door and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

Bisou. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Experimental Cocktail Club. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

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

Day 8’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Louvre Museum. This attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 travelers. Every year, the wonderful Louvre Museum gets around 2,825,000 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Musée d'Orsay. This popular place of interest is a stunning art museum that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. With around 3,651,616 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Musée d'Orsay is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Tuileries Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Tuileries Garden is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent place de la Concorde is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This square and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 54,229 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Pont Alexandre III. More than 27,899 visitors have rated this deck arch bridge and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris 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 Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,221 reviews.

You can also check out Le Petit Châtelet. 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 1,057 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Les Fous de l'Île. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,046 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The Highlander and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,285 customers.

Café de Paris V 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit L'Imprévu Café. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

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

Day 9 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Paris and the enchanting Versailles, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Paris and end the day in Versailles, 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 Notre-Dame de Paris. Each year, this popular place of interest welcomes over 12,000,000 travelers from across the world. Around 45,788 visitors have rated this excellent catholic cathedral and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Centre Georges Pompidou on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known art museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 55,213 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 3,273,867 people visit it every year.

The remarkable Palais Garnier is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing opera house, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 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 Versailles.

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

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

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

Le Relais de la Tour 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 101 diners.

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 Blois’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

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

Day 10 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 Blois and end your day in the city of Chambord.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Poitiers 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 Blois, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château de Blois. The fantastic Château de Blois is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,926 travelers.

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

Make Château de Chambord your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 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 Poitiers. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Poitiers, 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 Oh le Bistro, one of the best restaurants in Poitiers. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,996 customers.

Les Archives is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Les Archives is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,998 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Manhattan Café, another well-loved restaurant in Poitiers. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 999 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 Poitiers, Le Comptoir à Moustaches. 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,097 bar goers.

La Taverne Du Geek is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Poitiers, with its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 466 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by 3 Brasseurs Poitiers, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday 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 Lormont 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 Lormont is the amazing La Cité du Vin. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 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 12 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Bordeaux and the enchanting Toulouse, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Bordeaux and end the day in Toulouse, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 12 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 Bordeaux is the magnificent place du Parlement. Around 3,489 visitors have rated this excellent square and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing place de la Bourse on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known square that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 16,251 travelers.

The remarkable miroir d'eau is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing reflecting pool, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Jardin des Plantes. This popular site is a valued park in Toulouse and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 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.

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

La Rapière is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 816 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Carcassonne is Buffalo Grill Salvaza Carcassonne, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,650 customers.

V and B Carcassonne offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Carcassonne. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 745 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 Carcassonne’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 13 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 André Chénier Garden. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 169 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!