Cheap 4-Day France Road Trip from Perpignan to Carcassonne and surrounding area

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Perpignan, where you'll stay for 2 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.

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

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Perpignan. An excellent example is the popular Le Clos des Lys - Traiteur et Restaurant à Perpignan. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,461 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le 17. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 570 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 Figuier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,171 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Buffalo Grill Perpignan is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,836 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 Buffalo Grill Perpignan, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,043 customers.

Le Restaurant Jean is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,399 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 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. You’ll start your day in Collioure 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 Collioure is the amazing Château Royal de Collioure. This travel destination is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,884 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 Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Carcassonne is Restaurant La Marquière. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 680 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Carcassonne, Brasserie a 4 Temps is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,551 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Adélaïde. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Carcassonne enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,584 customers.

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. For example, you can visit Comte Roger. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Celt. This popular bar in Carcassonne has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,000 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Métairie as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Métairie is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 756 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 road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Carcassonne and the enchanting Gruissan, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Carcassonne and end the day in Gruissan, 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 Carcassonne is the magnificent Cité de Carcassonne. Around 76,968 visitors have rated this excellent fortress 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.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin de Gruissan. This popular site is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination in Gruissan and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,758 visitors.

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

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

La table de thomas - Restaurant Perpignan - Grillade is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 791 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Perpignan is D'Aqui D'AILLEURS, 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 524 customers.

Brioche Dorée offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Perpignan. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 649 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 Perpignan’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

O'Flaherty's is an excellent example of a great bar in Perpignan offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Au Fût et à mesure Perpignan Centre, another of locals’ go-to bars in Perpignan. Au Fût et à mesure Perpignan Centre is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 654 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

La Villa Duflot Perpignan Restaurant Hôtel&Spa is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Perpignan. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,396 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!

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.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Perpignan, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le Petit Mogador. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

La Rotonde 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 4.4 out of 5 stars from 497 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!