Cheap 4-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Pau to Carcassonne

Photo of chateau comtal in Carcassonne, France.
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Summary

Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 4-day road trip through France! Travel to Pau, Lourdes, Carcassonne, and Toulouse with this cheap holiday package!

Explore France for less with this 4-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Cité de Carcassonne, the captivating Château Comtal, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across France and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 2 nights in Pau and 1 night in Carcassonne.

This customizable and cheap France travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in France at the lowest price!

On arrival in Pau, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in France. Explore the magnificent proche cité to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and take in its distinct atmosphere. France offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

You'll stay at top-rated budget accommodations along your carefully-planned route. You can choose Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports, one of the coziest 4-star stays in Pau. Or, you can enjoy the practical amenities Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection offers. Another great option is All Suites Appart Hotel Pau for its many conveniences.

Choosing these recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in France. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in France.

If these stay options are unavailable on your travel dates, we'll help you find the perfect alternative. We always provide the best accommodations that match your needs for a worry-free vacation in France.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in France, like the stunning Basilica of St. Sernin. You'll visit the incredible Jardin Japonais Pierre Baudis to make lasting memories.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 4-day road trip, you'll leave France happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 4-day vacation in France. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 3 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in France with CDW insurance.

You can customize your France travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in France and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind France’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in France offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place. More importantly, the price of your 4-day self-drive package to France includes all taxes.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in France with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to France fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Pyrénées-Atlantiques - region in FrancePyrénées-Atlantiques / 2 nights
Photo of Toulouse and Garonne river aerial panoramic view, France.Toulouse
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne / 1 night
Lourdes - city in FranceLourdes

Map

Attractions

Photo of scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
Jardin Japonais Pierre Baudis, Amidonniers - Caffarelli, Toulouse Centre, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin Japonais Pierre Baudis
Basilica of Saint Sernin is a Roman Catholic church in Toulouse, FranceBasilica of St Sernin
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
Animal Park of the Pyrenees
Proche cité
Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, Lourdes, Argelès-Gazost, Hautes Pyrenees, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceBasilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
Grottes de Bétharram, Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, Argelès-Gazost, Hautes Pyrenees, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceGrottes de Bétharram

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 4

Include flights?

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Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Pau - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Pau - arrival day

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

Pau is a popular cheap holiday destination in France with something to offer every traveler.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

One of the best-rated budget hotel options we recommend is Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection. This 5-star hotel is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 494 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,061 former guests, this 4-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Pau.

All Suites Appart Hotel Pau is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 3-star hotel in Pau has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars in over 967 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in Pau are popular and get fully booked fast. If unavailable during your trip to the city, our system will automatically recommend you the best, affordable alternatives.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Pau. An excellent example is the popular L'Opéra. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Garage. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Le Berry. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,274 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

The Galway is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 731 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Pau we recommend is Au Fût et à mesure, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

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

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Experiences

Day 2 – Lourdes and Carcassonne

Day 2

Day 2 – Lourdes and Carcassonne

  • Carcassonne
  • Lourdes
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Drive 329 km, 4 hours 3 min

  • Grottes de Bétharram
  • Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
  • Animal Park of the Pyrenees
  • More

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Pau and end your day in the city of Carcassonne, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Pau is the amazing Grottes de Bétharram. This travel destination is a show cave that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,262 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,163 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Pau 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 Carcassonne. Carcassonne is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

One of the best budget stay options in Carcassonne is the 4-star Hotel Restaurant Le Parc Franck Putelat. This hotel has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 328 former guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star L' Octroi to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Carcassonne. In fact, around 535 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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

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

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

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Experiences

Day 3 – Carcassonne, Toulouse, and Pau

Day 3

Day 3 – Carcassonne, Toulouse, and Pau

  • Toulouse
  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 298 km, 3 hours 36 min

  • Proche cité
  • Château Comtal
  • Cité de Carcassonne
  • Basilica of St Sernin
  • Jardin Japonais Pierre Baudis
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Day 3 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Pau and the enchanting Toulouse, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Pau and end the day in Toulouse, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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 Pau is the magnificent proche cité. Around 7,102 visitors have rated this excellent must-see tourist destination and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Château Comtal on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 8,823 travelers.

The remarkable Cité de Carcassonne is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing fortress, is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Pau, 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 Basilica of St. Sernin. This popular site is a valued minor basilica in Toulouse and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

Another must-visit in Toulouse is the spectacular Jardin Japonais Pierre Baudis. This outstanding park and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 14,683 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.

Pau 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.

Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection is one of the best budget hotel options for price-conscious travelers in the city. In fact, this 5-star hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 494 reviews.

Another practical choice for travelers looking to enjoy a cheap vacation in Pau is Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports. This 4-star hotel offers reasonably-priced accommodations with many handy amenities, and is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,061 former guests.

We also recommend staying at the charming 3-star All Suites Appart Hotel Pau to take advantage of their cheap holiday deals. Rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 967 former guests, this hotel is perfect for anyone looking for a simple, cozy, and budget-friendly place to stay in Pau.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Pau offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Restaurant Cotes & Mer is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 835 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Pau is Ô PETIT PAÙ, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

Le Poulet à 3 Pattes offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Pau. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 735 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 Pau’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Snug is an excellent example of a great bar in Pau offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at New Red Lion, another of locals’ go-to bars in Pau. New Red Lion is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 493 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

V and B Pau is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Pau. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 224 bar-goers.

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

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Day 4 – Pau - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Pau - departure day

  • Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Departure day
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Pau.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in France.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Pau, consider a top-rated restaurant like Au Fût et à mesure. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Restaurant Le SUD 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Dauphin. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Pau.

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

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