Cheap 4-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Perpignan to Montpellier & Carcassonne

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Perpignan, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Perpignan and begin your adventure in France.

Perpignan is a popular cheap holiday destination in France with something to offer every traveler. More than a city in France, Perpignan is also a great place to find top-rated budget accommodations in France.

In Perpignan, one best-rated budget hotel we recommend is Hotel La Fauceille. This 4-star hotel is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars from 853 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Appart' City Perpignan Centre. Rated 3.9 out of 5 stars by 1,907 former guests, this 3-star apartment is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Perpignan.

Ibis Perpignan Centre is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 3-star hotel in Perpignan has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars in over 917 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in Perpignan 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 ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Perpignan and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Sports Park will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,992 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 Perpignan. An excellent example is the popular O'Flaherty's. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Arena Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 361 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 Perpignan we recommend is Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant, 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 258 customers.

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

Day 2 of your exciting road trip across France is proof that there's more to the region of Pyrénées-Orientales than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Pyrénées-Orientales 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 Perpignan.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Perpignan Cathedral. This incredible attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 2,336 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Salses Fortress. This spectacular tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 5,683 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Royal Castle of Collioure during a vacation in Pyrénées-Orientales. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Royal Castle of Collioure has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 6,466 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Les Orgues d'Ille-sur-Tet. This popular place of interest in Pyrénées-Orientales is a valued hoodoo that has a rating of 4.4 out of a 5-star rating from 4,166 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Pyrénées-Orientales when you include the fantastic Gorge De Galamus to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,397 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 Pyrénées-Orientales, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Perpignan 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.

Arena Bar 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 361 customers.

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

O Shannon is a fantastic bar many locals in Perpignan recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Black pearl 66, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 155 customers.

La Divine is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Perpignan. Customers have rated the exciting La Divine an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 141 reviews.

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

Today’s adventure starts in Carcassonne. Carcassonne is a popular cheap holiday destination in France and the home of the wonderful Cité de Carcassonne. This amazing attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 68,451 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Carcassonne is the fascinating Château Comtal. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this castle and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,155 reviews.

To make your time in Carcassonne more memorable, visit the incredible proche cité. This well-known attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,102 visitors.

Make your road trip vacation in France more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in France and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

When you’re done exploring, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Perpignan.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Perpignan, Le Bar des Halles. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 361 customers.

Jet Set Perpignan is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Perpignan. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 148 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Le Corsaire. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Perpignan. Le Corsaire has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 customers.

Cheers for an adventure-filled road trip vacation in France! Celebrate this incredible opportunity for an affordable travel experience in the city of Perpignan!

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 Perpignan.

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 Perpignan is the remarkable Parc Saint-Vincent. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,599 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Perpignan, consider a top-rated restaurant like O Shannon. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

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