Cheap 13-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Beaune, Paris, Angers, and Blois

You'll pick up your rental car in Lyon and begin your adventure in France.

Lyon 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 Lyon and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Place Bellecour 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 20,560 visitors.

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 Lyon. An excellent example is the popular Bouchon Tupin. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is L'Institut Restaurant.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

L Bar food & drink is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,758 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Lyon we recommend is The Phantom of the Opera, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Black Forest Society is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 500 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 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. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Musée Miniature et Cinéma.

This minor basilica has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 25,765 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 travelers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 4 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This incredible attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 94,043 visitors.

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

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Musée d'Orsay during a vacation in Paris. This well-known art museum and marvelous attraction hosts 3,651,616 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Musée d'Orsay has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 71,115 reviews.

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

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic place de la Concorde to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating square with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 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 1 night left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Sacré-Cœur. As one of the best sights in the area, it’s not surprising that over 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 118,527 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating La Villette. This spectacular commune of france and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 56,497 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous bois de Vincennes during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing bois de Vincennes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 35,777 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Jardin des plantes. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued botanical garden that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 40,461 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Panthéon to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating mausoleum with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 travelers.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 6 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Paris and the enchanting Villepreux, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Paris and end the day in Villepreux, where you'll stay for 2 nights.

Buckle up because day 6 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 Champ de Mars. Around 172,488 visitors have rated this excellent urban park and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Eiffel Tower on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known lattice tower that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 322,389 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 6,207,303 people visit it every year.

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

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

Another must-visit in Villepreux is the spectacular Versailles Cathedral. This outstanding catholic cathedral and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 1,308 travelers.

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.

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

Bistrot des Ducs 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 1,756 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Angers is Crêperie du Château, 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 558 customers.

Thai L'inde offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Angers. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,133 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 Angers’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Mamie Fada is an excellent example of a great bar in Angers offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Le Héron carré, another of locals’ go-to bars in Angers. Le Héron carré is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,625 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

La Cour - Angers is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Angers. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 1,026 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 7 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Nantes than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Nantes 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 Angers.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Château d'Angers. This incredible attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 14,556 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Terra Botanica. This spectacular botanical garden and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 11,007 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Jardin des Plantes d'Angers during a vacation in Nantes. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Jardin des Plantes d'Angers has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,436 reviews.

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

Au Restau-Théâtre 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 469 customers.

CHEZ PAUL is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Angers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 245 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Chez Loic, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 191 reviews.

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

The Joker's Pub is a fantastic bar many locals in Angers 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 1,070 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Le Port de L'Ile, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 767 customers.

Black Peat is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Angers. Customers have rated the exciting Black Peat an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 877 reviews.

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

On day 8 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Auzouer-en-Touraine and end your day in the city of Blois, where you'll stay for 3 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Auzouer-en-Touraine is the amazing Château d'Angers. This travel destination is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Terra Botanica. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,007 travelers, a visit to this well-known botanical garden and sightseeing spot in Auzouer-en-Touraine is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,436 visitors.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Day 9 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Suèvres than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Suèvres 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 Blois.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Château de Chambord. This incredible attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 43,219 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Château de Cheverny. This spectacular château and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 15,031 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Exposition Permanente Tintin Les Secrets de Moulinsart during a vacation in Suèvres. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Exposition Permanente Tintin Les Secrets de Moulinsart has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 405 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire. This popular place of interest in Suèvres is a valued park that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 4,123 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Suèvres when you include the fantastic Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating château with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,761 travelers. The notable Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire hosts around 513,000 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Suèvres.

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 Suèvres, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Blois 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.

Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices.

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

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your 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 Suèvres than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Suèvres 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 Blois.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Robert-Houdin House of Magic. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from around 2,105 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Château de Blois. This spectacular château and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 15,926 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous DOMAINE DU CROC DU MERLE during a vacation in Suèvres. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing DOMAINE DU CROC DU MERLE has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 286 reviews.

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 Suèvres, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Blois 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.

Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices.

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

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 Loire Valley and end your day in the city of Clermont-Ferrand, 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 Loire Valley is the amazing Bourges Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,823 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Le Jardin de l'Archêveché. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,837 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Loire Valley 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 Clermont-Ferrand. Clermont-Ferrand 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 Clermont-Ferrand that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Clermont-Ferrand is Lard De Vivre. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 505 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Clermont-Ferrand, La Gourmandine 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 1,134 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Clermont-Ferrand : L'Odevie. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Clermont-Ferrand enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,126 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Clermont-Ferrand’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit The Still Irish Bar. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Les BerThoM. This popular bar in Clermont-Ferrand has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,164 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Salvation Jane Pub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Salvation Jane Pub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 538 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!

On day 12 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 Clermont-Ferrand and end your day in the city of Lyon, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Clermont-Ferrand is the amazing place de Jaude. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,034 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,232 travelers, a visit to this well-known catholic cathedral and sightseeing spot in Clermont-Ferrand is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Clermont-Ferrand is the outstanding Jardin Lecoq. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,878 visitors.

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

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

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

One restaurant we recommend you try in Lyon is Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,459 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, Le Mirtillo 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 526 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Betty's Bar. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 607 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lyon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Dam's Pub. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,373 bar-goers.

You can also go to The King Arthur as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The King Arthur is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,312 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 13 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Lyon.

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 Lyon is the remarkable Place de la République. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 991 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Lyon, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le Garet. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

L'Alexandrin 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 4.8 out of 5 stars from 349 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is L'Établi. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 379 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Lyon.

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