Cheap 6-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Pau to Bordeaux and Toulouse

You'll pick up your rental car in Pau and begin your adventure in France.

Pau 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 Pau and get this road trip adventure rolling.

One of the best-rated budget hotel options we recommend is Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection. This 5-star hotel is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 494 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,061 former guests, this 4-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in Pau.

All Suites Appart Hotel Pau is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 3-star hotel in Pau has an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars in over 967 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in Pau are popular and get fully booked fast.

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 Pau. An excellent example is the popular L'Opéra. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Garage.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Le Berry. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,274 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

The Galway is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 731 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Pau we recommend is Au Fût et à mesure, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

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 Pau and end your day in the city of Bordeaux, 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 Pau is the amazing Parc Beaumont. This travel destination is a green space that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,112 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place Clémenceau. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Pau is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Pau is the outstanding Funiculaire de Pau. This funicular has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,020 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 Bordeaux. Bordeaux is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Mercure Bordeaux Chateau Chartrons Hotel. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,451 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star B&B Hôtel BORDEAUX Centre Gare Saint-Jean to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Bordeaux. In fact, around 2,510 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 4 out of 5 stars.

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 Bordeaux that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bordeaux is suzzi. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bordeaux, Symbiose 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 896 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is L'Oiseau Bleu. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 577 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bordeaux’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit The Connemara. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Molly Malone's. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,951 bar-goers.

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 La Teste-de-Buch.

Make your road trip vacation in France more memorable and epic without spending a fortune. Take advantage of the cheap holiday deals you'll find in France and add budget-friendly activities to your travel plan.

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

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Chai Les Copains. This restaurant serves delicious dishes at surprisingly cheap prices and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

The Connemara is another excellent restaurant we recommend for budget travelers in Bordeaux. This restaurant offers good food at even better prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Another popular restaurant in Bordeaux you might want to check out is Restaurant Melodie. Restaurant Melodie is a local favorite with a variety of value-for-money dishes on their menu. Customers have rated this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,499 reviews.

After your meal, finish off this busy day with a refreshing drink at one of the best bars in the city of Bordeaux, Le Bar à Vin. This bar offers a variety of liquors at different price points and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,327 customers.

The Houses Of Parliament is another popular bar in the area perfect for cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux. This bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers and is a great place to relax and enjoy a few drinks.

Locals also recommend Sherlock Holmes Pub. This bar offers customers a terrific bar experience at low prices, making it one of the best spots in Bordeaux. Sherlock Holmes Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

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

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 Pau 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 Pau is the amazing Pont-Neuf. This travel destination is a deck arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Jardin des Plantes. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Pau is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

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.

One of the best budget stay options in Toulouse is the 5-star La Cour des Consuls Hotel & Spa Toulouse-MGallery. This hotel has been rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 415 former guests.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Aparthotel Adagio Toulouse Aeroport. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 690 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Campanile Toulouse Ouest - Purpan to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Toulouse. In fact, around 1,273 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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!

Day 5 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Pau and the enchanting Carcassonne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Pau and end the day in Carcassonne, 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 Pau is the magnificent Basilica of St. Sernin. Around 11,287 visitors have rated this excellent minor basilica and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Pau, 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 top-tier point of interest 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.

Pau 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.

Hotel Parc Beaumont Pau - MGallery Collection is one of the best budget hotel options for price-conscious travelers in the city. In fact, this 5-star hotel has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 494 reviews.

Another practical choice for travelers looking to enjoy a cheap vacation in Pau is Hotel Kyriad Prestige Pau - Zenith - Palais des Sports. This 4-star hotel offers reasonably-priced accommodations with many handy amenities, and is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,061 former guests.

We also recommend staying at the charming 3-star All Suites Appart Hotel Pau to take advantage of their cheap holiday deals. Rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 967 former guests, this hotel is perfect for anyone looking for a simple, cozy, and budget-friendly place to stay in Pau.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Pau offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Restaurant Cotes & Mer is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 835 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Pau is Ô PETIT PAÙ, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 570 customers.

Le Poulet à 3 Pattes offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Pau. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 735 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 Pau’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Snug is an excellent example of a great bar in Pau offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at New Red Lion, another of locals’ go-to bars in Pau. New Red Lion is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 493 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

V and B Pau is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Pau. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 224 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 6 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Pau.

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 Pau is the remarkable Parc Beaumont. This green space and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else in this cheap holiday destination, the spectacular place Clémenceau is a great alternative. Based on its 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,641 reviews, this square and travel destination is a worthwhile visit in Pau.

To soak in the last of Pau, drop by the spectacular Funiculaire de Pau. This outstanding attraction is a well-loved funicular in the city that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,020 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Pau, consider a top-rated restaurant like Au Fût et à mesure. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Restaurant Le SUD 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Dauphin. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Pau.

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