Luxury 10-Day France Road Trip from Bordeaux traveling south to Bayonne, Lourdes, Toulouse, and Albi

Your luxury holiday in France begins as soon as you reach the city of Bordeaux. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in France is Bordeaux - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Bordeaux.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic jardin public. This urban park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Bordeaux, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Bordeaux. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Bordeaux.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,090 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Bordeaux.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out suzzi. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Symbiose is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Bordeaux, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 896 customers.

As your day in Bordeaux is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in France.

Make your way to The Connemara. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,896 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Molly Malone's, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 1,951 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Le Bar à Vin. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,327 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 10-day luxury vacation in France and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Bordeaux. You still have 3 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic place de la Bourse. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Porte Cailhau. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,609 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular miroir d'eau reflecting pool, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding La Cité du Vin is another stop you can visit today in Bordeaux. This museum is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Bordeaux, then consider a visit to the incredible BETASOM. BETASOM is a submarine base and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 4,804 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Bordeaux has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Bordeaux, make sure to check out L'Oiseau Bleu. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 577 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Chai Les Copains. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Bordeaux before is L'Autre Petit Bois. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,474 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Café Brun is one of the best bars in Bordeaux and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

You may also want to check out Restaurant Le Plana. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Restaurant Le Plana is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,688 customers.

Alternatively, head out to The Houses Of Parliament. The Houses Of Parliament has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

On day 3 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Bordeaux. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic parc bordelais. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,855 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Bordeaux Cathedral. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular The big bell of Bordeaux bell tower, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Porte de Bourgogne is another stop you can visit today in Bordeaux. This top-tier point of interest is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,953 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Bordeaux, then consider a visit to the incredible Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux. Basilica of St. Michael, Bordeaux is a church building and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 4,684 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Bordeaux has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Bordeaux, make sure to check out Books & Coffee. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Restaurant Melodie. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,499 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Bordeaux before is Le Confidentiel. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

A Cantina Comptoir Corse is one of the best bars in Bordeaux and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.

You may also want to check out Sherlock Holmes Pub. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Sherlock Holmes Pub is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Chez Dupont. Chez Dupont has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in France, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of La Teste-de-Buch and the city of Arcachon. You’ll stay in Bayonne for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Parc Mauresque. This attraction is an english garden and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,892 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Dune of Pilat. This park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 35,111 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in La Teste-de-Buch is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in France. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Arcachon.

Make your way to the incredible Parc Mauresque in Arcachon for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an english garden and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,892 visitors.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Bayonne.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in France, we recommend you try JANINE, one of the best restaurants in Bayonne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 707 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Au p'ti bistro as one of the top restaurants in the city. Au p'ti bistro is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,677 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Bayonne is Le Victor Hugo. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,639 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Restaurant La Grange. This bar is considered one of the best in Bayonne and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Brasserie BASA. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Alternatively, go to Kubata & Kukubat. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Bayonne and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 351 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in France awaits!

On day 5 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Bayonne and the city of Lourdes. You’ll stay in Lourdes for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Bayonne. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Bayonne Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,743 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this catholic cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Bayonne by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Bayonne today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lourdes, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Embarcadère, one of the best restaurants in Lourdes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,914 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Le Navarre as one of their top choices in the city. Le Navarre is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,181 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lourdes is Eleanor restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Hôtel Alba is one of the best bars you can visit in Lourdes tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

On day 6 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Lourdes. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Lourdes. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,163 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Lourdes has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Lourdes, make sure to check out Café Le Cantegril. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 434 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Hôtel Angelic Lourdes. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 915 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Lourdes before is Hôtel Roissy, Lourdes. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Grand Hôtel Gallia & Londres Bike & NUXE Spa is one of the best bars in Lourdes and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 465 customers.

Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Toulouse and the city of Toulouse. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 1 night.

Your day starts in Toulouse. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Musée Aeroscopia your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,683 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Place Saint-Pierre. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,139 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this top-tier point of interest and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Pont-Neuf. This deck arch bridge has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Jardin des Plantes. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 9,847 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Basilica of St. Sernin. This minor basilica is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,287 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Toulouse by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Toulouse today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Toulouse, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Au Pois Gourmand restaurant gastronomique, one of the best restaurants in Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,068 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Oh la vache! as one of their top choices in the city. Oh la vache! is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,333 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Toulouse is Bapz. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,239 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery is one of the best bars you can visit in Toulouse tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like The Black Lion. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,606 customers.

Alternatively, try La Gourmandine - Côté Marché - Toulouse. La Gourmandine - Côté Marché - Toulouse is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,396 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Get ready for day 8 of your luxury vacation in France. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Gruissan and Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Albi for 1 night. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Gruissan, the incredible Le Salin de l'île Saint-Martin de Gruissan. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,758 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in France. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Gruissan.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Carcassonne.

Make your way to the incredible Cité de Carcassonne for some unforgettable sightseeing in Carcassonne. This popular attraction is a fortress and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors.

Next up, steer your step in the direction of Château Comtal. This outstanding attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 travelers and is one of the most fantastic places to visit in Carcassonne.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Albi. Luxury hotels in Albi offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Albi.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Albi's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like O'Sully'S Albi. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,501 customers.

Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in France with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

On day 9 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Albi and the city of Bordeaux. You’ll stay in Bordeaux for 1 night.

Your day starts in Albi. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Jardin National your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,002 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Parc Rochegude. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,893 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Albi Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,049 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Albi by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Albi today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Bordeaux, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le K Baroque, one of the best restaurants in Bordeaux. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

The Cock And Bull is one of the best bars you can visit in Bordeaux tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 773 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like La Comtesse. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 732 customers.

Alternatively, try VINTAGE BAR - Rhumerie & Pub. VINTAGE BAR - Rhumerie & Pub is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 693 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

Today is the last day of your 10-day luxury holiday in France and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Bordeaux before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in France by heading out to the stunning Monument aux Girondins. This extraordinary column and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,483 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Bordeaux.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Bordeaux and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in France in your luggage!