Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Valence and Nimes

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!

On day 2 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 Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière.

This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 50,621 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 12,314 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic iFLY Lyon. This best-rated sightseeing destination is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,468 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 Valence. Valence 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 Valence that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

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

Day 3 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 Nimes for 1 night. 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.

While you’re in Cabrières-d'Avignon, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Parc Jouvet. The fantastic Parc Jouvet is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,363 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Fontaine monumentale, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.3 out of a 5 star-rating from 810 travelers.

The top-rated Musée de Valence, art et archéologie is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular museum and destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from over 625 travelers.

Make Palais des Papes your first stop. This popular palace among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. Based on recent data, the remarkable Palais des Papes is visited by more than 616,210 travelers from across the world.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Vaucluse is the outstanding Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors, this remarkable best-rated sightseeing destination 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 Nimes. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Nimes, 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 L'Instant T, one of the best restaurants in Nimes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

Gard O Wine is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Gard O Wine is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Livestation DIY - Nîmes, another well-loved restaurant in Nimes. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 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 Nimes, O’Flaherty’s. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 bar goers.

Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Nimes, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by La bonne mousse, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday 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 Nimes 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 Nimes is the amazing Musée de la Romanité. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. Up to 25,271 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Musée de la Romanité with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Nimes is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Nimes is the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 17,011 visitors. In a single year, approximately 25,271 travelers include the unforgettable Haribo Candy Museum in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Pont du Gard. This attraction, an amazing arch bridge, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 travelers.

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 Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,459 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Lyon, Le Mirtillo 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 526 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Betty's Bar. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Lyon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 607 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 Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Dam's Pub. This popular bar in Lyon has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,373 bar-goers.

You can also go to The King Arthur as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The King Arthur is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,312 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 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 Fresque des Lyonnais. This fresco and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,927 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Lyon, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le Garet. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

L'Alexandrin 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 4.8 out of 5 stars from 349 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is L'Établi. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 379 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Lyon.

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!