Affordable 9-Day Relaxed France Road Trip Vacation from Paris to Blois

Your slow-paced and relaxed road trip through France begins when you reach Paris, where you’ll stay for a total of 5 nights.

Paris is an outstanding hub for culture, comfort, and exploration. The city offers travelers plenty of experiences to look forward to, including the magnificent Jardin du Luxembourg. Around 94,043 visitors have rated this fascinating urban park and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Take your pick and make it your home during your leisurely tour of the city.

Exploring the food culture in Paris offers you an exciting chance to connect with locals and experience diversity along your relaxed road trip. When you’re ready to eat, we recommend you visit one of the best dining spots in the city.

An excellent example is L'Imprévu Café. This restaurant offers a menu of comforting meals and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Le Petit Châtelet serves great food and is a favorite among hungry travelers and locals. This popular restaurant in Paris has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,057 reviews.

Restaurant Guy Savoy is another one of the city’s best restaurants. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers, Restaurant Guy Savoy is sure to provide you with an unforgettable dining experience.

If you’re curious about what Paris looks like at night, a trip to some of the best bars near your accommodation is what you need next. Experience the local nightlife at Café de Paris V, our top recommendation in the city. Customers have rated this bar an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 981 reviews.

Dirty Dick offers a variety of refreshing drinks and is one of the best places to relax in Paris. This well-known city bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Locals like unwinding at Little Red Door. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers and is a perfect place for socializing.

Free your mind of worries and enjoy your first taste of relaxation in France! Expect more to come as you continue this laid-back and relaxed road trip in France!

On day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, you'll explore the best attractions in Paris at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Paris, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 4 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Champ de Mars. This incredible urban park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in France by seeing another popular site in Paris, the wonderful Eiffel Tower. This lattice tower is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 people visit this popular attraction each year.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Sacré-Cœur. This church building is sought after by many travelers from around the world, or more than 11,000,000 people annually. The popular attraction has received 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous La Villette. This amazing site is a wonderful commune of france with more than 56,497 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 2 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in France. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Paris itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through France extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Paris. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Saint James Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail is rated 4.6 stars out of 5 by 1,221 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended To Restaurant Paris. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Paris and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Prescription Cocktail Club. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Sherry Butt. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 594 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is The Highlander. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. The Highlander has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 2 of your relaxed road trip across France, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 3 of your relaxed road trip across France, you'll explore the best attractions in Paris at your own pace and immerse in the city's unique local culture. Today's laid-back tour features some of the best restaurants and bars in Paris, where you can sample some delicious local food.

The accommodation you’ll be staying at for another 3 nights will be conveniently located close to several attractions, like the famous Panthéon. This incredible mausoleum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 travelers.

Make the most of your slow-paced travel adventure in France by seeing another popular site in Paris, the wonderful Louvre Museum. This art museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 travelers.

You can then move on to the incredible Musée d'Orsay. This art museum has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Up to 3,651,616 people visit this popular attraction each year.

Another stop you might want to add to your self-drive itinerary is the remarkable Tuileries Garden. This garden is sought after by many travelers from around the world. The popular attraction has received 4.6 out of 5 stars from 92,172 visitors.

If you want to discover more, consider stopping by the famous place de la Concorde. This amazing site is a wonderful square with more than 54,229 wanderlust-filled travelers rating it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Get a dose of thrill, excitement, and inspiration on day 3 of your unhurried and relaxed road trip in France. Check out the tours and tickets you can add to your Paris itinerary and feel all the emotions in this wonderful city. Add a highly recommended tour to your vacation package now and make this refreshing new day of your self-drive through France extra special!

After a long day exploring the popular attractions in the city, it’s time to sample the different kinds of mouthwatering foods served at the best restaurants in Paris. One of our top recommendations includes a selection of delicious meals on its menu, Alliance. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 370 customers.

You may also try the variety of dishes served at The Bombardier, which is an excellent choice if you want a nice place to eat near your accommodation. The Bombardier is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by 1,775 customers.

You can also eat at the highly recommended Le Bistrot Du Perigord. This amazing restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 food lovers.

After finishing your meal, it’s time to experience the amazing nightlife in Paris and unwind at the coolest bars in the city. Drink the night away and celebrate this day of your relaxed road trip at the popular Tiger. This vibrant bar is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

If you want to try a different bar, check out the popular Bisou. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers, this bar is a great place to try some excellent liquor.

Another recommendation you shouldn’t miss is Le Requin Chagrin. Drink up and relax in this amazing bar that serves different kinds of alcoholic beverages and cocktail drinks. Le Requin Chagrin has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 bar goers.

Enjoy the rest of day 3 of your relaxed road trip across France, and prepare for another day of unhurried adventure!

On day 4 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Pierrefonds, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Pierrefonds will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating castle, the stunning castle of Pierrefonds. Around 11,603 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Pierrefonds. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Pierrefonds and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Pierrefonds that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Pierrefonds to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Paris for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Paris.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,525 customers, the dining experience Jules Verne offers is the perfect complement to your relaxed road trip in France.

Kitchen Galerie Bis is another pleasant place to eat in Paris. This restaurant offers a menu of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

If you’re looking for a restaurant that locals enjoy, check out Au Pied de Cochon and try their flavorful menu. This local favorite has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 10,684 customers.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city. At Harry's New York Bar, you can relax or make friends with locals and fellow travelers. This bar in Paris is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

You can also unwind and enjoy a few drinks at Experimental Cocktail Club, another well-known bar in Paris. Customers have rated this city bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,338 reviews.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 5 of your relaxed road trip across the beautiful country of France will take you on a self-paced journey to two incredible places in one day. See some of the best attractions in France, taste the most delectable foods and exquisite drinks, and make incredible memories as you go!

You’ll begin your day and sightseeing in Blois, and continue your explorations in the city of Lésigny. The charming Blois is where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

Your first stop is the great city of Blois, where you will see the amazing Jacques-Gabriel Bridge. This famous must-see tourist destination has an impressive 4.5 out of 5-star rating from 820 people.

Give yourself the opportunity to see more of Blois than meets the eye by joining a top-rated tour. Put your relaxed road trip to a halt in favor of an in-depth exploration of the city’s best sights and hidden gems while connecting with locals and fellow travelers.

After exploring the city of Blois, it’s time to hit the road again and continue your relaxed road trip to another city in France, the lovely Lésigny!

In Lésigny, you’ll find the magnificent Chichoune Accroforest. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 844 visitors.

After exploring all these beautiful places, drive leisurely to the beautiful city of Blois for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Here you can choose from the best selection of hotels and places to stay as you get to know more about this spectacular city.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best places to visit in France, it’s time to make your relaxed road trip even more comforting. Sit down for a lovely meal at one of the best restaurants in Blois.

We highly recommend going to Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This place is a popular restaurant with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

After dinner, it’s time to fall in love with the amazing nightlife in Blois and unwind at some of the best bars in the city.

Let’s toast to day 5 of your laid-back self-drive in Lésigny! Celebrate this unique opportunity to enjoy a memorable road trip adventure across France!

On day 6 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Blois, where you’ll be staying for another 2 nights. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Blois will make you fall even more in love with the city and uniqueness of France.

One of the city’s best travel destinations is a fascinating museum, the stunning Robert-Houdin House of Magic. Around 2,105 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the city to visit the spectacular Château de Blois, a popular château and another top-rated attraction in Blois.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Blois. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Blois and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Blois that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the city of Blois to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Blois for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Blois.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

On day 7 of your relaxed road trip across France, you’ll explore the area around Goualoup, where you’ll be staying for another 1 night. With so many fun and inspiring experiences to offer, a tour of Goualoup will make you fall even more in love with the hamlet and uniqueness of France.

One of the hamlet’s best travel destinations is a fascinating château, the stunning Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire. This top sight attracts more than 513,000 people each year. Around 6,761 visitors rated their experience at this well-known attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Travelers also come to the hamlet to visit the spectacular Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire, a popular park and another top-rated attraction in Goualoup.

Gain a one-of-a-kind experience on your unhurried and relaxed road trip across France by joining a traveler-approved tour in Goualoup. Tours offer an opportunity to get to know more about Goualoup and the unique culture of the country.

There are so many fun and eye-opening activities to try out in Goualoup that will make your self-drive tour in France more memorable. Check out all the most recommended and top-rated tour options in the hamlet of Goualoup to find the best options for you!

After satisfying your wanderlust, you’ll head to your accommodation in the city of Blois for some rest and relaxation. Immerse yourself in the local food culture of France by eating at one of the best restaurants in Blois.

When you’re in the mood for an after-dinner drink, visit one of the best bars in the city.

Get cozy and have fun because this is what your relaxed road trip in France is all about!

Day 8 of your easy and relaxed road trip through France gives you the opportunity to travel leisurely and experience two places in one day. You will start your day by exploring some of the best sights in the city of Versailles. By the end of the day, you’ll drive in the direction of the city of Paris, where you’ll stay at a top-rated hotel of your choice for 1 night.

When you’re ready to head to your first attraction of the day, the wonderful Gardens of Versailles is waiting for you. This french formal garden has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

The next stop on your road trip vacation is Palace of Versailles. This unique château is a highly recommended place to visit, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Approximately 4,741,758 travelers come to experience this attraction each year.

Don’t forget to make a stop at the incredible Opéra royal de Versailles. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 749 visitors, this opera house is one of the top sights to visit in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Grand Trianon. This popular maison de plaisance and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,511 people.

Make the most of your relaxed road trip vacation by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else Versailles has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your relaxed road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before our favorites get fully booked.

Turn on some soothing tunes in the car because it’s now time to drive to the city of Paris. In Paris, you can choose among the best hotels and places to rest and recharge to complement your relaxed road trip experience in France.

With a lovely menu and an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,046 customers, you can’t go wrong with choosing Les Fous de l'Île.

Locals also recommend Le Mesturet as one of the top restaurants in the area. So if you’re feeling hungry, don’t forget to check out the menu at Le Mesturet as well. This local-favorite restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

If you feel like having something else, you could also book a table at Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,702 customers.

This is the perfect place to enjoy a couple of drinks if you want to continue your celebrations.

This popular bar will bring up your mood and give you a good ending to your night.

Raise your glass in celebration and anticipation of your memorable and relaxing road trip adventure through France!

Day 9 of your relaxed road trip in France is your departure day. If you have a flight to catch, you’ll drop off your rental car well in advance before your departure. Choose a late flight to enjoy a stress-free last day in Paris.

Depending on when you need to leave, you might be able to fit in some sightseeing or shopping. Embrace the beauty of Paris once more and find some souvenirs to help you remember your time in the city. To end your relaxing road trip in France on top, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Jardin des plantes is an extraordinary attraction that is perfect for your last day in Paris. This top sight is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Unwind and look back at the past 9 days of your relaxed road trip over a bite to eat. This is your chance to enjoy one last traditional meal in Paris or just grab something light to keep you going.

Check out the menu at Le Fumoir. Dining at Le Fumoir is one of the best food experiences you can have in Paris. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Another top recommendation in Paris is Angelina. If you go to Angelina, you can expect delicious food, a nice ambiance, and great service. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Alternatively, you could also go to a place like La Coupole. If you haven’t yet, a trip to La Coupole is your opportunity to have a lovely meal before leaving the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

Give yourself enough time to wave goodbye to Paris and begin your journey home. The unforgettable experiences you’ve collected along your 9-day relaxed road trip in France is a story you will tell for the rest of your life.