Cheap 9-Day France Road Trip from Nantes to Blois, Paris, and Angers

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Nantes, where you'll stay for 3 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Nantes and begin your adventure in France.

Nantes 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 Nantes and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Miroir d'eau will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating reflecting pool that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 866 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 Nantes. An excellent example is the popular Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Pickles. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 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 Fou du Roi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,032 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Gigg's Irish Pub is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,840 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Nantes we recommend is Le Labo, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Fleming's Irish Pub is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 935 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 Nantes than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Nantes 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 Nantes.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This incredible attraction is an art project that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 33,332 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Le Lieu Unique. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 5,945 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Botanical Garden during a vacation in Nantes. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Botanical Garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 14,694 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Park La Beaujoire. This popular place of interest in Nantes is a valued park that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 2,085 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 Nantes, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Nantes 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.

Inde et Vous 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 873 customers.

Le Bouchon is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Nantes. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at L'instinct gourmand, 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 573 reviews.

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

Les BerThoM is a fantastic bar many locals in Nantes 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 704 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 659 customers.

Bootlegger is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Nantes. Customers have rated the exciting Bootlegger an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 344 reviews.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Rochecorbon and the enchanting Auzouer-en-Touraine, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Rochecorbon and end the day in Auzouer-en-Touraine, 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!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Rochecorbon is the magnificent Château de Villandry. Around 13,506 visitors have rated this excellent château and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Rochecorbon, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Auzouer-en-Touraine.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Château de Chenonceau. This popular site is a valued château in Auzouer-en-Touraine and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

Another must-visit in Auzouer-en-Touraine is the spectacular Château d'Amboise. This outstanding château and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 21,016 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.

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

Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 diners.

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 Blois’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!

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 Paris for 3 nights. 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 Suèvres, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château de Blois. The fantastic Château de Blois is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,926 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Château de Cheverny, a well-known château in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 15,031 travelers.

The top-rated Château de Chambord is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular château and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 43,219 travelers.

Make Palace of Fontainebleau your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Seine-et-Marne is the outstanding Forêt de Fontainebleau. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,778 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

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 Paris. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Paris, 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 Restaurant Guy Savoy, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Le Bistrot Du Perigord is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Kitchen Galerie Bis, another well-loved restaurant in Paris. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 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 Paris, Le Calbar. 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 775 bar goers.

Little Red Door is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Paris, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 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 exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris 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 Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Sacré-Cœur. As one of the best sights in the area, it’s not surprising that over 11,000,000 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 118,527 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating place de la Concorde. This spectacular square and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 54,229 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Arc de Triomphe during a vacation in Paris. 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 Eiffel Tower. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued lattice tower that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 322,389 visitors. Each year, approximately 6,207,303 come to this outstanding location to enhance their travel experience in Paris.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Champ de Mars to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating urban park with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 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 Paris, 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.

Jules Verne 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 1,525 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet 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 1,057 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Les Fous de l'Île, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,046 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.

The Bombardier 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 1,775 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Experimental Cocktail Club, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,338 customers.

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

Day 6 of your exciting, laid-back road trip across France is proof that there's more to the city of Paris than meets the eye. Today's agenda is to explore Paris 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 Panthéon. This incredible attraction is a mausoleum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 43,649 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Jardin du Luxembourg. This spectacular urban park and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Musée d'Orsay during a vacation in Paris. This well-known art museum and marvelous attraction hosts 3,651,616 visitors in one year. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Musée d'Orsay has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 71,115 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued garden that has a rating of 4.6 out of a 5-star rating from 92,172 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Louvre Museum to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating art museum with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 260,788 travelers. The notable Louvre Museum hosts around 2,825,000 annually, making it one of the must-visit attractions in Paris.

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 Paris, 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.

Restaurant Île de la Réunion 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 935 customers.

L'Imprévu Café 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 846 customers.

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.

The Highlander 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 1,285 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Velvet Bar Paris, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,018 customers.

Café de Paris V is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting Café de Paris V an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 981 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your 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 Villepreux 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 Villepreux is the amazing Marie-Antoinette's Estate. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,865 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Palace of Versailles. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 travelers, a visit to this well-known château and sightseeing spot in Villepreux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 4,741,758 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Villepreux is the outstanding Gardens of Versailles. This french formal garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,133 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Musée de la Toile de Jouy. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 338 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 Angers. Angers 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 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 Thai L'inde. 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 1,133 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 Mamie Fada. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Héron carré. This popular bar in Angers has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,625 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Cour - Angers as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Cour - Angers is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,026 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 8 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Angers and the enchanting Pays de la Loire, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Angers and end the day in Pays de la Loire, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 8 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 Angers is the magnificent Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. Around 3,436 visitors have rated this excellent botanical garden and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Château d'Angers on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 14,556 travelers.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Jardin des Plantes d'Angers. This popular site is a valued botanical garden in Pays de la Loire and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,436 visitors.

Another must-visit in Pays de la Loire is the spectacular Château d'Angers. This outstanding château and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 14,556 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.

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

L'Abelia is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 538 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Nantes is Lamaccotte - Restaurant Nantes, 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 426 customers.

Restaurant Art'N Blum - Restaurant Nantes offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Nantes. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 388 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 Nantes’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Belle de Jour is an excellent example of a great bar in Nantes offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 221 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Crêperie Ker Breizh, another of locals’ go-to bars in Nantes. Crêperie Ker Breizh is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 591 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

KITKAT Bar is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Nantes. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 479 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 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Nantes.

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.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Nantes, consider a top-rated restaurant like Cuit Lu Cru. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 328 customers.

Imagine - Restaurant - Nantes 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 4.8 out of 5 stars from 299 customers.

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