Cheap 9-Day France Road Trip from Pau to Angouleme, Orléans, Paris, and Angers

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

Pau 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 Pau and get this road trip adventure rolling.

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 Pau. An excellent example is the popular L'Opéra. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Berry.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Restaurant Cotes & Mer. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 835 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Le Garage is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,953 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Pau we recommend is The Galway, 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 731 customers.

Au Fût et à mesure is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 585 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Artigues-près-Bordeaux 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 Artigues-près-Bordeaux is the amazing Parc Beaumont. This travel destination is a green space that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,112 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place Clémenceau. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,641 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Artigues-près-Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Artigues-près-Bordeaux is the outstanding Funiculaire de Pau. This funicular has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,020 visitors.

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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.

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 Auzouer-en-Touraine 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 Auzouer-en-Touraine 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.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château d'Amboise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 travelers, a visit to this well-known château and sightseeing spot in Auzouer-en-Touraine is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Auzouer-en-Touraine is the outstanding Château du Clos Lucé. This museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,292 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular L'Ile d'Or. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 140 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 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, Les Fils À Maman Orléans 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 1,573 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Oh Terroir version fast good. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Orléans enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,147 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 Bonne Pioche as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bonne Pioche is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 318 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Paris 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 Paris is the amazing Orléans Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,178 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Parc Pasteur d'Orléans. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,296 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Statue de Jeanne d'Arc. This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,278 visitors.

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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.

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 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 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 Palais Garnier. This spectacular opera house and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 34,053 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!

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 Paris 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 Paris is the amazing Centre Georges Pompidou. This travel destination is an art museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Up to 3,273,867 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Centre Georges Pompidou with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Notre-Dame de Paris. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 travelers, a visit to this well-known catholic cathedral and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 12,000,000 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Panthéon. This mausoleum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 43,649 visitors. In a single year, approximately 3,273,867 travelers include the unforgettable Panthéon 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 Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction, an amazing urban park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 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!

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 Angers and end your day in the city of Bordeaux, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Angers is the amazing Angers Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,932 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château d'Angers. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 travelers, a visit to this well-known château and sightseeing spot in Angers is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Angers is the outstanding Park Ardoisières. This park has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 974 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 Bordeaux. Bordeaux is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Bordeaux that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Bordeaux is suzzi. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 852 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Bordeaux, L'Oiseau Bleu 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 577 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Chai Les Copains. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Bordeaux enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 501 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Bordeaux’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Symbiose. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Connemara. This popular bar in Bordeaux has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,896 bar-goers.

You can also go to Molly Malone's as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Molly Malone's is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,951 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

On day 8 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 Bordeaux and end your day in the city of Pau, 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 Bordeaux is the amazing jardin public. This travel destination is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Monument aux Girondins. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,483 travelers, a visit to this well-known column and sightseeing spot in Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bordeaux is the outstanding Bordeaux Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,591 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular miroir d'eau. This attraction, an amazing reflecting pool, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,462 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic place de la Bourse. This square is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 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 Pau. Pau 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 Pau that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pau is Ô PETIT PAÙ. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 570 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pau, Le Poulet à 3 Pattes 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 735 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant Le SUD. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pau enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pau’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Snug. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is New Red Lion. This popular bar in Pau has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 493 bar-goers.

You can also go to V and B Pau as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular V and B Pau is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 224 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Pau.

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 Pau is the remarkable Parc Beaumont. This green space and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,112 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else in this cheap holiday destination, the spectacular place Clémenceau is a great alternative. Based on its 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,641 reviews, this square and travel destination is a worthwhile visit in Pau.

To soak in the last of Pau, drop by the spectacular Funiculaire de Pau. This outstanding attraction is a well-loved funicular in the city that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,020 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Pau, consider a top-rated restaurant like Le Dauphin. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 510 customers.

Resto Dit Vin 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 4.9 out of 5 stars from 230 customers.

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