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

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Paris, where you'll stay for 4 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Paris and begin your adventure in France.

Paris 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 Paris and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Pont Alexandre III will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating deck arch bridge that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,899 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 Paris. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant Guy Savoy. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Bistrot Du Perigord. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 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 Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

La Coupole is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 9,580 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 Paris we recommend is Le Train Bleu, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 3,606 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 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 3 nights 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 Paris.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous place de la Concorde during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing place de la Concorde has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 54,229 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.

Angelina 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 13,038 customers.

Au Pied de Cochon 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at To Restaurant Paris, 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 2,267 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.

Le Mesturet 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 2,547 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Little Red Door, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

The Bombardier is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting The Bombardier an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,775 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 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 La Villette. This incredible attraction is a commune of france that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from around 56,497 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Sacré-Cœur. This spectacular church building and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 118,527 reviews. Attracting more than 11,000,000 travelers annually, the beloved Sacré-Cœur is one place you shouldn’t miss when visiting Paris.

It’s hard to pass up the chance to see the famous Palais Garnier during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Palais Garnier has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 34,053 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Jardin du Luxembourg. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued urban park that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 94,043 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Panthéon to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating mausoleum with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 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.

Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème 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 1,702 customers.

Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 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.

Harry's New York Bar 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 1,751 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at Dirty Dick, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,508 customers.

Bisou. Is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting Bisou. An average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,248 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your 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 Paris and end your day in the city of Caen, 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 Paris is the amazing Notre-Dame de Paris. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors. Up to 12,000,000 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Notre-Dame de Paris with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Sainte Chapelle. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 travelers, a visit to this well-known chapel and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Musée d'Orsay. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 71,115 visitors. In a single year, approximately 12,000,000 travelers include the unforgettable Musée d'Orsay 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 Arc de Triomphe. This attraction, an amazing triumphal arch, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 travelers. As one of the top sights in Paris, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Arc de Triomphe attracts about 2,743,823 visitors annually.

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

One restaurant we recommend you try in Caen is Le Sans Gêne. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,075 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Caen, Stéphane Carbone Restaurant 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 612 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Caen enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 539 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Caen’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Villa Eugène. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This popular bar in Caen has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 699 bar-goers.

You can also go to Vertigo as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Vertigo is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 715 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 5 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Nantes and the enchanting Champrepus, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nantes and end the day in Champrepus, 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 Nantes is the magnificent Botanical Garden. Around 14,694 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Château des ducs de Bretagne on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 18,724 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 167,867 people visit it every year.

The remarkable Machines of the Isle of Nantes is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in France. This attraction, an amazing art project, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 travelers.

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

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.

Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Nantes is Pickles, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

La Cantine Du Curé offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Nantes. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,050 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.

Gigg's Irish Pub is an excellent example of a great bar in Nantes offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Délirium Café, another of locals’ go-to bars in Nantes. Délirium Café is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,288 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The Coffee House 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 1,168 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 6 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 Angers and end your day in the hamlet of Le Puy du Fou.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Angers 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 Angers, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Balzac Park. The fantastic Balzac Park is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,646 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Château d'Angers, a well-known château in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 14,556 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Angers, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the hamlet of Le Puy du Fou.

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 Angers. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Angers, 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 Bistrot des Ducs, one of the best restaurants in Angers. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,756 customers.

Crêperie du Château is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Crêperie du Château is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at NACHOS, another well-loved restaurant in Angers. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,265 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 Angers, La Reserve. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,483 bar goers.

Mamie Fada is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Angers, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,549 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Le Héron carré, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,625 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday 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 Chenonceaux and end your day in the city of Orléans, 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 Chenonceaux is the amazing Château de Chenonceau. This travel destination is a château that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 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 Orléans. Orléans 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 Orléans that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Orléans is La Parenthèse. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 888 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Orléans, Le Brin de Zinc Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,754 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Les Fils À Maman Orléans. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Orléans enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,573 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Orléans’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Crêperie Bretonne - Restaurant de spécialités de Galettes et Crêpes fait maison, à base de produits frais & Bar breton. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is L'antidote. This popular bar in Orléans has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 610 bar-goers.

You can also go to Garden Ice Café as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Garden Ice Café is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,403 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.1 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 Chambord and the enchanting Versailles, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Chambord and end the day in Versailles, 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 Chambord is the magnificent Château de Chambord. Around 43,219 visitors have rated this excellent château and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Gardens of Versailles. This popular site is a valued french formal garden in Versailles and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Another must-visit in Versailles is the spectacular Palace of Versailles. This outstanding château and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 119,665 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.

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

Saint James Paris is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,024 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 Paris’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Experimental Cocktail Club is an excellent example of a great bar in Paris offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The Highlander, another of locals’ go-to bars in Paris. The Highlander is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,285 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Café de Paris V is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 981 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 Paris.

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 Paris is the remarkable Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

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