Cheap One-Week France Road Trip from Bordeaux to Carcassonne and Toulouse

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Bordeaux, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Bordeaux and begin your adventure in France.

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Monument aux Girondins will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating column that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,483 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 Bordeaux. An excellent example is the popular suzzi. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is L'Oiseau Bleu. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 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 Chai Les Copains. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 501 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Symbiose is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 896 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 Bordeaux we recommend is The Connemara, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Molly Malone's is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,951 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 2 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Bordeaux than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Bordeaux 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 4 nights left in Bordeaux.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated place du Parlement. This incredible attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 3,489 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating place de la Bourse. This spectacular square and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 16,251 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous miroir d'eau during a vacation in Bordeaux. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing miroir d'eau has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 14,462 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding La Cité du Vin. This popular place of interest in Bordeaux is a valued museum that has a rating of 4.2 out of a 5-star rating from 21,487 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Bordeaux when you include the fantastic BETASOM to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating submarine base with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,804 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Bordeaux, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bordeaux 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.

Restaurant Melodie is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,499 customers.

Le Confidentiel is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Bordeaux. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Le K Baroque, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,059 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux.

Le Bar à Vin is a fantastic bar many locals in Bordeaux recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at The Houses Of Parliament, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,469 customers.

Sherlock Holmes Pub is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Bordeaux. Customers have rated the exciting Sherlock Holmes Pub an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,224 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your 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 Bordeaux than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Bordeaux 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 3 nights left in Bordeaux.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated parc bordelais. This incredible attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 5,855 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Bordeaux Cathedral. This spectacular catholic cathedral and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,591 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous The big bell of Bordeaux during a vacation in Bordeaux. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing The big bell of Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,871 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Porte de Bourgogne. This popular place of interest in Bordeaux is a valued top-tier point of interest that has a rating of 4.2 out of a 5-star rating from 5,953 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Bordeaux when you include the fantastic Porte Cailhau to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating city gate with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,609 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of Bordeaux, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bordeaux 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.

La P'tite Brasserie is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 909 customers.

Berthus is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Bordeaux. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Restaurant Son', and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 527 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux.

Chez Dupont is a fantastic bar many locals in Bordeaux recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at The Cock And Bull, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 773 customers.

La Comtesse is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Bordeaux. Customers have rated the exciting La Comtesse an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 732 reviews.

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

Day 4 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of La Teste-de-Buch than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore La Teste-de-Buch 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 2 nights left in Bordeaux.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated La Maison de l'Huitre. This incredible attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 921 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Beach of La Hume. This spectacular top-tier point of interest and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,788 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Parc Mauresque during a vacation in La Teste-de-Buch. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Parc Mauresque has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,892 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Observatoire Sainte-Cécile. This popular place of interest in La Teste-de-Buch is a valued best-rated sightseeing destination that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 1,811 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in La Teste-de-Buch when you include the fantastic Dune of Pilat to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating park with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,111 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in France more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

After taking in the best of La Teste-de-Buch, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bordeaux 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.

Restaurant Influences is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 440 customers.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux.

VINTAGE BAR - Rhumerie & Pub is a fantastic bar many locals in Bordeaux recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 693 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at JAQEN CRAFT BEER, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 477 customers.

ROCKWOOD - Good place & Good taste is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Bordeaux. Customers have rated the exciting ROCKWOOD - Good place & Good taste an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 616 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience 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 Toulouse and end your day in the city of Carcassonne, 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 Place Saint-Pierre. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,139 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Couvent des Jacobins. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,770 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Toulouse is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Toulouse is the outstanding Basilica of St. Sernin. This minor basilica has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,287 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Jardin des Plantes. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,847 travelers.

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 Carcassonne. Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Carcassonne’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 6 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Carcassonne and the enchanting Narbonne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Carcassonne and end the day in Narbonne, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 6 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 Carcassonne is the magnificent Cité de Carcassonne. Around 76,968 visitors have rated this excellent fortress and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Château Comtal on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 8,823 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin de Gruissan. This popular site is a valued top-tier point of interest in Narbonne and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,758 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.

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

La Cantine Des Sales Gosses is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,095 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Toulouse is Grain De Folie, 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 623 customers.

Le Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Toulouse. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 517 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 Toulouse’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery is an excellent example of a great bar in Toulouse offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The George and Dragon, another of locals’ go-to bars in Toulouse. The George and Dragon is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,383 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The London Town is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Toulouse. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,388 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!

On day 7 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 Bordeaux, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

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.

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.

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

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 Cambridge Arms. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 615 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pub Anglais Bordeaux - The Golden Apple. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 501 bar-goers.

You can also go to The Dog And Duck as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The Dog And Duck is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 592 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 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 8 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Bordeaux.

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 Bordeaux is the remarkable jardin public. This urban park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,341 visitors.

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