Cheap 7-Day France Road Trip from Toulouse to Lourdes, Bayonne, Bordeaux, and Perigueux

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

Toulouse 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 Toulouse and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Pont-Neuf will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating deck arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,845 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 Toulouse. An excellent example is the popular La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Grain De Folie. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Le Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 517 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 647 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Toulouse we recommend is The George and Dragon, 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 1,383 customers.

The London Town is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,388 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 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 Toulouse and end your day in the city of Lourdes, 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 Toulouse is the amazing Basilica of St. Sernin. This travel destination is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Place Saint-Pierre. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,139 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing destination and sightseeing spot in Toulouse is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Toulouse is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,847 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Grand Rond. This attraction, an amazing urban park, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,069 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Musée Aeroscopia. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,683 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 Lourdes. Lourdes 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 Lourdes that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Lourdes’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 road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Lourdes and the enchanting Bayonne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Lourdes and end the day in Bayonne, 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!

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Le Train de La Rhune. This popular site is a valued must-see tourist destination in Bayonne and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 16,223 visitors.

Another must-visit in Bayonne is the spectacular Rocher de la vierge. This outstanding rock and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 14,700 travelers.

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.

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

Bakera 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 327 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Bayonne is Bar Basque, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 294 customers.

Bar Remy offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Bayonne. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 419 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 Bayonne’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Katie Daly's Irish Pub is an excellent example of a great bar in Bayonne offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 677 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Bar du Marché, another of locals’ go-to bars in Bayonne. Bar du Marché is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 563 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Kubata & Kukubat is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Bayonne. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 351 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!

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 La Teste-de-Buch and end your day in the city of Bordeaux.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Bordeaux 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 La Teste-de-Buch, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Parc Mauresque. The fantastic Parc Mauresque is a popular english garden and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,892 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Dune of Pilat, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 35,111 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in La Teste-de-Buch, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Bordeaux.

Make parc bordelais your first stop. This popular urban park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Bordeaux is the outstanding jardin public. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors, this remarkable urban park and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Monument aux Girondins. This attraction, a stunning column, has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 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 Bordeaux. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Bordeaux, 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 suzzi, one of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

L'Oiseau Bleu is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. L'Oiseau Bleu is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Chai Les Copains, another well-loved restaurant in Bordeaux. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 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 Bordeaux, Symbiose. 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 bar goers.

The Connemara is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Bordeaux, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,896 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Molly Malone's, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,951 customers.

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

On day 5 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 Bordeaux and end your day in the city of Perigueux, 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 Bordeaux is the amazing Bordeaux Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible The big bell of Bordeaux. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,871 travelers, a visit to this well-known bell tower and sightseeing spot in Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bordeaux is the outstanding place de la Bourse. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 16,251 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular miroir d'eau. This attraction, an amazing reflecting pool, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic La Cité du Vin. This museum is a popular attraction rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 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 Perigueux. Perigueux 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 Perigueux that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

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

On day 6 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 Gourdon 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 Gourdon is the amazing Périgueux Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,128 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible VESUNNA, Gallo-Roman Museum. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,846 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Gourdon is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Gourdon is the outstanding Square des Arènes. This park has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,112 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 Bistroquet à la Une. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,125 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Toulouse, Aux Pieds sous la Table is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 982 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is The Winter Garden. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Toulouse enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 864 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 Melting Pot Pub. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pub O'Clock. This popular bar in Toulouse has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,139 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Four Monkeys as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Four Monkeys is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,037 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Toulouse.

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 Toulouse is the remarkable Square Charles de Gaulle. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,579 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Toulouse, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le 5 Wine Bar. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

Pizzeria Bambino 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 655 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Bièrographe. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 657 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Toulouse.

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