Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip from Perpignan to Nimes

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 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 Shannon. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

O'Flaherty's is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,082 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 Perpignan we recommend is Arena Bar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 361 customers.

Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 258 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 Perpignan and end your day in the city of Nimes, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Perpignan is the amazing Palace of the Kings of Majorca. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,906 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Beach Paulilles. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,684 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Perpignan is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Perpignan is the outstanding Fort St Elme. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,600 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Château Royal de Collioure. This attraction, an amazing castle, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,884 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Salses Fortress. This must-see tourist destination is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,683 visitors from all over the globe.

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At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nimes. Nimes 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 Nimes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Nimes is L'Instant T. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Nimes, Gard O Wine is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 323 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Livestation DIY - Nîmes. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Nimes enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 139 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Nimes’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit O’Flaherty’s. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This popular bar in Nimes has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 bar-goers.

You can also go to La bonne mousse as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La bonne mousse is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 428 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

You still have 1 night left in the area, giving you plenty of chances to check out top-rated restaurants and try out unique activities that will enhance your road trip experience in France.

Today’s adventure starts in Arles. Arles is a popular cheap holiday destination in France and the home of the wonderful Carrières des Lumières. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 22,791 visitors.

Another of the best places to visit in Arles is the fascinating Château des Baux-de-Provence. As one of the most popular sights in the area, this best-rated sightseeing destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 13,346 reviews.

To make your time in Arles more memorable, visit the incredible Arles Amphitheatre. This well-known roman amphitheatre and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,060 visitors.

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

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Les Caves de Bernis. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Nimes, L'Instant T. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 752 customers.

Le Prolé is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Nimes. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 576 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Barberousse Nîmes. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Nimes. Barberousse Nîmes has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 425 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Nimes and the enchanting Carcassonne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nimes and end the day in Carcassonne, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 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 Nimes is the magnificent Jardin de La Fontaine. Around 15,878 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Nimes, 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 Basilique Saint Nazaire. This popular site is a valued church in Carcassonne and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

Another must-visit in Carcassonne is the spectacular Cité de Carcassonne. This outstanding fortress and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 76,968 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Château Comtal to make your cheap holiday experience in Carcassonne truly special. This castle and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 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.

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 Shannon is an excellent example of a great bar in Perpignan offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Black pearl 66, another of locals’ go-to bars in Perpignan. Black pearl 66 is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 155 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

La Divine 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 141 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 5 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.

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!