Cheap 4-Day France Road Trip from Rennes traveling west to Lorient

Photo of embankment of river Vilaine in Rennes, Brittany, France.
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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 Rennes, Lorient, and Nantes 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 parc du Thabor, the captivating Parc des Gayeulles, 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 Rennes and 1 night in Lorient.

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 Rennes, 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 La forêt de Brocéliande to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Machines of the Isle of Nantes and take in its distinct atmosphere. France offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked 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.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in France, like the stunning Château des ducs de Bretagne. You'll visit the incredible Botanical Garden to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Île de Versailles (Nantes) up close.

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.

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

Photo of traditional half-timbered houses in the old town of Rennes, Brittany, France.Rennes / 2 nights
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes
Lorient - city in FranceLorient / 1 night

Map

Attractions

photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
photo of Thabor park (Le parc du Thabor) in Rennes is one of the finest examples of landscape art of the XIII century public parks, Thabor Park is the pride of Rennes, France.Parc du Thabor
photo of Japanese garden on Ile de Versailles in Nantes, France.Île de Versailles (Nantes)
photo of Parc des Gayeulles in Rennes, France.Parc des Gayeulles
La forêt de Brocéliande
Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes, Centre-Ville, Centre, Quartiers Centre, Rennes, Ille-et-Vilaine, Brittany, Metropolitan France, FranceCathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
Museum of Fine Arts of RennesMuseum of Fine Arts of Rennes
photo of Park Hamelin Oberthur in Rennes, France.Parc Hamelin Oberthür
parc de Beauregard

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small car
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Medium car

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Premium car

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premium car
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Day 1 – Rennes - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Rennes - arrival day

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

Rennes 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 Rennes and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing parc de Beauregard will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 619 visitors.

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 Rennes. An excellent example is the popular La Saint-Georges. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Ouzh-Taol. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 905 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 Les Fils à Maman. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,163 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Fox and Friends Pub is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,370 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Rennes we recommend is O'Connell's Irish Pub, 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 1,586 customers.

Penny Lane is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,548 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Experiences

Day 2 – Rennes and Lorient

Day 2

Day 2 – Rennes and Lorient

  • Rennes
  • Lorient
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Drive 164 km, 2 hours 37 min

  • Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
  • Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes
  • Parc du Thabor
  • Parc des Gayeulles
  • La forêt de Brocéliande
  • 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 Rennes and end your day in the city of Lorient, 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 Rennes is the amazing Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes. This travel destination is a church that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,087 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,829 travelers, a visit to this well-known art museum and sightseeing spot in Rennes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 55,897 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Rennes is the outstanding parc du Thabor. This urban park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,132 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Parc des Gayeulles. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,176 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic La forêt de Brocéliande. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,216 visitors from all over the globe.

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 Lorient. Lorient 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 Lorient that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lorient’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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Day 3 – Nantes and Rennes

Day 3

Day 3 – Nantes and Rennes

  • Nantes
  • Rennes
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Drive 283 km, 3 hours 35 min

  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Botanical Garden
  • Île de Versailles (Nantes)
  • More

On day 3 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 Nantes and end your day in the city of Rennes, 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 Nantes is the amazing Cité de la voile Éric Tabarly. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,002 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Sous-marin Flore-S645. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,824 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Nantes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nantes is the outstanding Aquatic Centre du Moustoir. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 1,043 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 Rennes. Rennes 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 Rennes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Rennes is Café Breton. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 620 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Rennes, La Chope 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 804 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant IMA. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Rennes enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 488 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Rennes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Bar À Cocktails Le Irish Pub Shamrock. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 748 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Haricot Rouge. This popular bar in Rennes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 628 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar le Saint Germain as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar le Saint Germain is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 514 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 4 – Rennes - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Rennes - departure day

  • Rennes - Departure day
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  • Parc Hamelin Oberthür
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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 Rennes.

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 Rennes is the remarkable Parc Hamelin Oberthür. This urban park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,122 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Rennes, consider a top-rated restaurant like Chez Kub. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 394 customers.

Le Globe 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 349 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Restaurant Le Loup. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 396 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Rennes.

You’ll then say farewell to Rennes 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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