Cheap 9-Day France Road Trip from Tours to Paris, Orléans, and Blois

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Tours, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Tours and begin your adventure in France.

Tours 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 Tours and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Prébendes d'Oé Garden will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,334 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 Tours. An excellent example is the popular LA MAISON DES HALLES. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Turon. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 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 Casse-Cailloux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 316 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Bar Le Corsaire is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,000 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 Tours we recommend is The Pale, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

La réserve is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 601 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!

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 Rochecorbon and end your day in the city of Paris, where you'll stay for 4 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Rochecorbon is the amazing Préfecture Garden. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 504 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château de Villandry. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,506 travelers, a visit to this well-known château and sightseeing spot in Rochecorbon is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Rochecorbon is the outstanding Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours. This art museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,115 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Tours Cathedral. This attraction, an amazing catholic cathedral, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,212 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 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 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 3 nights left in Paris.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Musée d'Orsay. As one of the best sights in the area, it’s not surprising that over 3,651,616 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 71,115 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Tuileries Garden. This spectacular garden and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 reviews.

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 Pont Alexandre III. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued deck arch bridge that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 27,899 visitors.

You’ll be making the most of your time in Paris when you include the fantastic Arc de Triomphe to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating triumphal arch with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 travelers. The notable Arc de Triomphe hosts around 2,743,823 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.

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 4 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 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 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 Sacré-Cœur. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued church building that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 118,527 visitors. Each year, approximately 11,000,000 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 La Villette to your road trip itinerary. This local attraction is a captivating commune of france with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 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.

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!

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 Jardin des plantes. This incredible attraction is a botanical garden that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 40,461 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 Panthéon during a vacation in Paris. Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Panthéon has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 43,649 reviews.

This day of your road trip in France is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Notre-Dame de Paris. This popular place of interest in Paris is a valued catholic cathedral that has a rating of 4.7 out of a 5-star rating from 45,788 visitors. Each year, approximately 12,000,000 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 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.

Le Restaurant Vingt Spts is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 628 customers.

Joséphine Chez Dumonet 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 544 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.

Les Fous de l'Île 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 1,046 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at L'Imprévu Café, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 846 customers.

Le Requin Chagrin is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Paris. Customers have rated the exciting Le Requin Chagrin an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 737 reviews.

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 Villepreux 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 Villepreux is the amazing Marie-Antoinette's Estate. This travel destination is a must-see tourist destination 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 Grand Trianon. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,511 travelers, a visit to this well-known maison de plaisance and sightseeing spot in Villepreux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Villepreux is the outstanding Opéra royal de Versailles. This opera house has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 749 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Palace of Versailles. This attraction, an amazing château, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 travelers. As one of the top sights in Villepreux, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Palace of Versailles attracts about 4,741,758 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Gardens of Versailles. This french formal garden is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 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 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!

Day 7 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Ingré and the enchanting Suèvres, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Ingré and end the day in Suèvres, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 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 Ingré is the magnificent Orléans Cathedral. Around 8,178 visitors have rated this excellent catholic cathedral and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Château de Chambord. This popular site is a valued château in Suèvres and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

Another must-visit in Suèvres is the spectacular Château de Cheverny. This outstanding château and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 15,031 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Bishopric Rose Garden to make your cheap holiday experience in Suèvres truly special. This park and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 572 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring more, check out the fantastic château, Château de Blois. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 15,926 travelers, the magnificent Château de Blois offers visitors an experience to remember.

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!

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 Auzouer-en-Touraine and end your day in the city of Tours, 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 Gaillard. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,622 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Château du Clos Lucé. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,292 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum 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 Chapel of Saint-Hubert. This church has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 444 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Château d'Amboise. This attraction, an amazing château, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,016 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Château de Chenonceau. This château is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 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 Tours. Tours 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 Tours that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Tours is Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 310 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Tours, L'idée Hall 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 306 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Restaurant La Deuvalière. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Tours enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 499 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Tours’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Délirium café. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Au Fût et à mesure. This popular bar in Tours has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 422 bar-goers.

You can also go to Au Lapin Qui Fume as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Au Lapin Qui Fume is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 486 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 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 Tours.

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 Tours is the remarkable Collégiale Saint Martin et Tour Charlemagne. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 222 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Tours, consider a top-rated restaurant like Au Martin Bleu. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

Le Laurenty 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 4.5 out of 5 stars from 450 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Makeda. Rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 246 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Tours.

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