Cheap 8-Day France Road Trip Vacation from La Rochelle to Angoulême, Blois, Paris, and Angers

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

La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Charruyer Park of La Rochelle 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 5,404 visitors.

One of the best-rated budget hotel options we recommend is Maison des Ambassadeurs. This 5-star hotel is a favorite among travelers, as seen in its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,322 guests.

Budget-conscious travelers also enjoy staying at Residence Odalys Archipel. Rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1,901 former guests, this 4-star hotel is perfect for travelers looking for a temporary place to stay in La Rochelle.

Kyriad La Rochelle Centre Les Minimes is another low-cost accommodation best for price-conscious travelers. This budget-friendly 3-star hotel in La Rochelle has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars in over 2,420 reviews.

These top-rated accommodations in La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle. An excellent example is the popular The Famous Pub. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,154 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is The Children of Rock.

Barracuda La Rochelle is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 847 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

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 La Rochelle and end your day in the city of Angouleme, 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 La Rochelle is the amazing Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,404 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible La Rochelle Aquarium. Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 6,656 travelers, a visit to this well-known aquarium and sightseeing spot in La Rochelle is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in La Rochelle is the outstanding Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,865 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 Angouleme. Angouleme 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 Hotel Saint Gelais. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 502 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Htel du Palais to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Angouleme. In fact, around 856 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 Angouleme that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Angouleme’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 3 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 La Rochelle and end your day in the city of Blois, 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 La Rochelle is the amazing Château de Cheverny. This travel destination is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,031 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château de Chambord. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 travelers, a visit to this well-known château and sightseeing spot in La Rochelle is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in La Rochelle is the outstanding Jacques-Gabriel Bridge. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 820 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Château de Blois. This attraction, an amazing château, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 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 Blois. Blois 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 Blois Centre. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,573 guests.

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 Blois that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Blois is Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Blois’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 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 La Rochelle and end your day in the city of Paris, 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 La Rochelle is the amazing Musée d'Orsay. This travel destination is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Up to 3,651,616 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Musée d'Orsay with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Palais Garnier. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 travelers, a visit to this well-known opera house and sightseeing spot in La Rochelle is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in La Rochelle is the outstanding place de la Concorde. This square has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 visitors. In a single year, approximately 3,651,616 travelers include the unforgettable place de la Concorde in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Tuileries Garden. This attraction, an amazing garden, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Louvre Museum. This art museum is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors from all over the globe. Each year, around 2,825,000 travelers visit this attraction to cross it off their bucket lists.

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 Paris. Paris 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 Paris is the 5-star Toureifelchampselysee. This apartment has been rated 4 out of 5 stars by 97 former guests.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Okko Hotels Paris Porte de Versailles. This 4-star hotel offers practical amenities that will make your stay in the city pleasant. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 819 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Hotel Ariane Montparnasse to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Paris. In fact, around 419 travelers who were once guests of this hotel rated it an average of 3.7 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 Paris that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Paris is Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Paris, Le Bistrot Du Perigord 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 584 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Kitchen Galerie Bis. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Paris enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Paris’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le Calbar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Little Red Door. This popular bar in Paris has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 bar-goers.

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

Day 5 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of La Rochelle than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore La Rochelle 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 Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Champ de Mars. This incredible attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 172,488 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Eiffel Tower. This spectacular lattice tower and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 322,389 reviews. Attracting more than 6,207,303 travelers annually, the beloved Eiffel Tower is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting La Rochelle.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Arc de Triomphe during a vacation in La Rochelle. This well-known triumphal arch and marvelous attraction hosts 2,743,823 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Arc de Triomphe has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 193,235 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding La Villette. This popular place of interest in La Rochelle is a valued commune of france that has a rating of 4.4 out of a 5-star rating from 56,497 visitors.

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 Rochelle, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris 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.

Le Train Bleu 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 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Paris. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Jules Verne, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,525 reviews.

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

Experimental Cocktail Club is a fantastic bar many locals in Paris 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 1,338 customers.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your 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 La Rochelle and end your day in the city of Angers, 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 La Rochelle is the amazing Sainte Chapelle. This travel destination is a chapel that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place des Vosges. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,305 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in La Rochelle is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in La Rochelle is the outstanding Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Panthéon. This attraction, an amazing mausoleum, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Jardin du Luxembourg. This urban park is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 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 Angers. Angers 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 Angers Lac de Maine. 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 751 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Hotel ibis Angers Centre Chateau to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in Angers. In fact, around 1,260 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 Angers that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Angers is Bistrot des Ducs. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,756 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Angers, Crêperie du Château is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 558 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Mamie Fada. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Angers enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,549 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Angers’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le Héron carré. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is La Cour - Angers. This popular bar in Angers has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,026 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday 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 La Rochelle and end your day in the city of La Rochelle, 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 La Rochelle is the amazing Château d'Angers. This travel destination is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Terra Botanica. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,007 travelers, a visit to this well-known botanical garden and sightseeing spot in La Rochelle is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in La Rochelle is the outstanding Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,436 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 La Rochelle. La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle is the 5-star Maison des Ambassadeurs. This hotel has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,322 former guests.

Another accommodation suitable for budget-conscious travelers is the amazing Residence Odalys Archipel. 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 1,901 guests.

Travelers also recommend the cozy 3-star Kyriad La Rochelle Centre Les Minimes to anyone looking for a popular budget hotel in La Rochelle. In fact, around 2,420 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 La Rochelle that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in La Rochelle is The Jolly Sailor. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 903 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in La Rochelle, Le 1835 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 108 diners.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of La Rochelle’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Café Corniche. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Corrigans Traditional Irish Pub. This popular bar in La Rochelle has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 262 bar-goers.

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 La Rochelle.

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 La Rochelle is the remarkable Charruyer Park of La Rochelle. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,404 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else in this cheap holiday destination, the spectacular La Rochelle Aquarium is a great alternative. Based on its 4.1 out of 5 stars from more than 6,656 reviews, this aquarium and travel destination is a worthwhile visit in La Rochelle.

To soak in the last of La Rochelle, drop by the spectacular Musée maritime de La Rochelle. This outstanding attraction is a well-loved museum in the city that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,865 visitors.

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