Cheap 6-Day France Road Trip from Carcassonne to Nimes and Marseille

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Carcassonne, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Carcassonne and begin your adventure in France.

Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Carcassonne Castle Panorama View Point will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 467 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 Carcassonne.

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 Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne is the amazing Château Comtal. This travel destination is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château et Remparts de la Cité de Carcassonne. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,201 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Carcassonne is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Carcassonne is the outstanding Cité de Carcassonne. This fortress has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 76,968 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Basilique Saint Nazaire. This attraction, an amazing church, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Les Quatre Châteaux de Lastours. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,293 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 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!

Day 3 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Nimes than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Nimes and discover what this fabulous and cheap holiday destination offers. Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Nimes.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Pont du Gard. This incredible attraction is an arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 29,439 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Haribo Candy Museum. This spectacular museum and tourist destination has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars in 17,011 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Jardin de La Fontaine during a vacation in Nimes. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 15,878 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Musée de la Romanité. This popular place of interest in Nimes is a valued museum that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 4,534 visitors. Each year, approximately 25,271 come to this outstanding location to enhance their travel experience in Nimes.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Nimes when you include the fantastic Towers and Walls of Aigues-Mortes to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating best-rated sightseeing destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 9,652 travelers.

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After taking in the best of Nimes, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Nimes for a well-deserved rest. When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Les Caves de Bernis is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 101 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Nimes, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Nimes.

L'Instant T is a fantastic bar many locals in Nimes recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Le Prolé, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 576 customers.

Barberousse Nîmes is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Nimes. Customers have rated the exciting Barberousse Nîmes an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 425 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 4 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 Marseille 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 Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). The fantastic Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon) is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 17,658 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Palais des Papes, a well-known palace in the area. Receiving around 616,210 visitors each year, it’s safe to say that this attraction strikes the interest of people all over the world. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 36,931 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Cabrières-d'Avignon, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Marseille.

Make Calanques National Park your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Marseille is the outstanding Parc Borély. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Marseille Cathedral. This attraction, a stunning catholic cathedral, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,714 travelers.

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 Marseille. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Marseille, 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 Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in Marseille. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

AM par Alexandre Mazzia is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Le Bouchon Provençal, another well-loved restaurant in Marseille. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 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 Marseille, Carry Nation. 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 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 bar goers.

O'Malley is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Marseille, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by La Caravelle, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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

Day 5 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Marseille and the enchanting Arles, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Marseille and end the day in Arles, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 5 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 Marseille is the magnificent Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Around 19,446 visitors have rated this excellent museum and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 36,436 travelers.

The remarkable Palais Longchamp is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing water tower, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Arles Amphitheatre. This popular site is a valued roman amphitheatre in Arles and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 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.

Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

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 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Carcassonne.

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 Carcassonne is the remarkable Portail des Jacobins. This gate and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 296 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Carcassonne and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in France!