Cheap 14-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Mâcon, Auxerre, Paris, 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!

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Lyon.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Fresque des Lyonnais. This incredible attraction is a fresco that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 4,927 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Porte des Enfants du Rhône. This spectacular park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,967 reviews.

Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 50,621 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding iFLY Lyon.

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When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,459 customers.

Le Mirtillo is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Lyon. 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 526 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Betty's Bar, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 607 reviews.

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

Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is a fantastic bar many locals in Lyon recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Dam's Pub, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,373 customers.

The King Arthur is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Lyon. Customers have rated the exciting The King Arthur an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,312 reviews.

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

On day 3 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.

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

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

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

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Beaune and end your day in the city of Auxerre, 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 Beaune is the amazing Église Saint-Pierre. This travel destination is a church that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 272 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Musée des Ursulines. Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 257 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Beaune is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

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

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

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

Today's agenda is to explore Auxerre 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 Auxerre.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Abbey of la Madaleine. This incredible attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 3,850 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Guédelon Castle. This spectacular castle and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 11,277 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Castle of Saint-Fargeau during a vacation in Auxerre. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Castle of Saint-Fargeau has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,531 reviews.

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

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your 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.

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.

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

Make Jardin des plantes your first stop. This popular botanical garden among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Paris is the outstanding Pont Neuf. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,537 visitors, this remarkable stone bridge and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

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 7 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 2 nights left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated 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 Pont Alexandre III during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Pont Alexandre III has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 27,899 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Jardin du Luxembourg. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued urban park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 94,043 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.

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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 8 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated La Villette. This incredible attraction is a commune of france that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 56,497 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Sacré-Cœur. This spectacular church building and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 118,527 reviews. Attracting more than 11,000,000 travelers annually, the beloved Sacré-Cœur is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Paris.

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

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

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Musée d'Orsay to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating art museum with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 travelers. The notable Musée d'Orsay hosts around 3,651,616 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Paris.

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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.

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 9 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 3 nights.

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 Louvre Museum on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known art museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 260,788 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 2,825,000 people visit it every year.

The remarkable Arc de Triomphe is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. Attracting more than 2,743,823 visitors in a single year, it's clear that the wonderful Arc de Triomphe is a perfect add-on to your itinerary. This attraction, an amazing triumphal arch, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 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 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.

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.

Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 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 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 Blois Cathedral during a vacation in Suèvres. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Blois Cathedral has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 979 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Château de Blois. This popular place of interest in Suèvres is a valued château that has a rating of 4.5 out of a 5-star rating from 15,926 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.

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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 11 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Auzouer-en-Touraine than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Château de Chenonceau. This incredible attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 33,253 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Château d'Amboise. This spectacular château and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 21,016 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Château du Clos Lucé during a vacation in Auzouer-en-Touraine. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Château du Clos Lucé has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 19,292 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Château Gaillard. This popular place of interest in Auzouer-en-Touraine is a valued park that has a rating of 4.4 out of a 5-star rating from 1,622 visitors.

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After taking in the best of Auzouer-en-Touraine, 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 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 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.

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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 13 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 Le Garet. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 658 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, L'Alexandrin 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 349 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is L'Établi. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 379 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 MOS - Maker of Stories. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Broc'Bar. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 868 bar-goers.

You can also go to L' Antiquaire as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular L' Antiquaire is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 621 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 14 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 Agastache Restaurant. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 309 customers.

La Mère Léa is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 518 customers.

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!