Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Nimes to Toulouse and Marseille

Aerial view of Roman Amphitheater in medieval town Nimes in France
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 5-day road trip through France! Travel to Nimes, Toulouse, Carcassonne, Marseille, and Arles with this cheap holiday package!

Explore France for less with this 5-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Jardin de La Fontaine, the captivating Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille), 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 Nimes, 1 night in Toulouse, and 1 night in Marseille.

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 Nimes, 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 Calanques National Park to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Pont du Gard 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 Cité de Carcassonne.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 5-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 5-day vacation in France. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 4 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Nimes Arena aerial panoramic view. Nimes is a city in the Occitanie region of southern France.Nîmes / 2 nights
Photo of Toulouse and Garonne river aerial panoramic view, France.Toulouse / 1 night
Saint Jean Castle and Cathedral de la Major and the Vieux port in Marseille, France.Marseille / 1 night
Carcassonne - city in FranceCarcassonne
Arles - city in FranceArles

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Attractions

Photo of scenic view of Carcassone medieval city in France against summer sky.Cité de Carcassonne
Photo of Basilique Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde in Marseille, a port city in southern France.Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
Pont du GardPont du Gard
Parc national des Calanques, Les Baumettes, 9th Arrondissement, Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Metropolitan France, FranceCalanques National Park
Jardin de La Fontaine, Nimes, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin de La Fontaine
Haribo Candy Museum, Uzès, Nîmes, Gard, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceHaribo Candy Museum
Old city center and Marseille Cathedral (Cathedrale Sainte-Marie-Majeure de Marseille). Top View.Cathédrale La Major
Jardin des Plantes, Saint-Michel, Le Busca, Empalot, Saint-Agne, Toulouse Sud-Est, Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin des Plantes
Château Comtal, Carcassonne, Aude, Occitania, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau Comtal
Proche cité
Espeisses Woods

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Day 1 - Nimes - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 - Nimes - arrival day

  • Nîmes - Arrival Day
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  • Jardin de La Fontaine
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Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Nimes, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Nimes and begin your adventure in France.

Nimes 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 Nimes and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,878 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 Nimes. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is L'Instant T. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

O’Flaherty’s is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,377 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Nimes we recommend is La bonne mousse, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

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

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Day 2 - Nimes and Toulouse

Day 2

Day 2 - Nimes and Toulouse

  • Nîmes
  • Toulouse
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Drive 376 km, 4 hours 30 min

  • Haribo Candy Museum
  • Pont du Gard
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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 Nimes and end your day in the city of Toulouse, 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 Pont du Gard. This travel destination is an arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 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 Toulouse. Toulouse 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 Toulouse that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Toulouse is La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,095 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Toulouse, Grain De Folie is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 623 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Toulouse enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 517 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Toulouse’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The George and Dragon. This popular bar in Toulouse has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,383 bar-goers.

You can also go to The London Town as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The London Town is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,388 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 3 - Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Marseille

Day 3

Day 3 - Toulouse, Carcassonne, and Marseille

  • Toulouse
  • Marseille
  • Carcassonne
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Drive 408 km, 4 hours 25 min

  • Jardin des Plantes
  • Château Comtal
  • Proche cité
  • Cité de Carcassonne
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Day 3 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Toulouse and the enchanting Carcassonne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Toulouse and end the day in Carcassonne, 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 Toulouse is the magnificent Jardin des Plantes. Around 9,847 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Château Comtal. This popular site is a valued castle in Carcassonne and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

Another must-visit in Carcassonne is the spectacular proche cité. This outstanding must-see tourist destination and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 7,102 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cité de Carcassonne to make your cheap holiday experience in Carcassonne truly special. This fortress and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 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.

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

Twist Avenue is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Marseille is AM par Alexandre Mazzia, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

O'Malley offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Marseille. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 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 Marseille’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Carry Nation is an excellent example of a great bar in Marseille offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at La Caravelle, another of locals’ go-to bars in Marseille. La Caravelle is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,587 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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 - Marseille, Arles, and Nimes

Day 4

Day 4 - Marseille, Arles, and Nimes

  • Marseille
  • Nîmes
  • Arles
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Drive 165 km, 3 hours 17 min

  • Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille)
  • Calanques National Park
  • Cathédrale La Major
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Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Marseille and end your day in the city of Arles.

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 Marseille, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). The fantastic Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) is a popular church building and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 36,436 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Calanques National Park, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 19,632 travelers.

The top-rated Marseille Cathedral is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular catholic cathedral and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 12,714 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Marseille, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Arles.

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 Gard O Wine, one of the best restaurants in Nimes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 customers.

Livestation DIY - Nîmes is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Livestation DIY - Nîmes is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 diners.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Nimes, L'Instant T. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 bar goers.

Le Prolé 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 576 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Barberousse Nîmes, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in France!

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Day 5 - Nimes - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 - Nimes - departure day

  • Nîmes - Departure Day
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  • Espeisses Woods
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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 Nimes.

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 Nimes is the remarkable Espeisses Woods. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,395 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Nimes, consider a top-rated restaurant like Les Caves de Bernis. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Nimes 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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