Luxury 5-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Valence and Nimes

Your luxury holiday in France begins as soon as you reach the city of Lyon. 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 Lyon - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Lyon.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Place Bellecour. This square is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Lyon. 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 Lyon.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Bouchon Tupin. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Lyon.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out L'Institut Restaurant. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Flair Restaurant is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Lyon, and has an impressive average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

As your day in Lyon 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 L Bar food & drink. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Black Forest Society, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 500 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Kaffee Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,079 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in France and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Caluire-et-Cuire and the city of Valence. You’ll stay in Valence for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing parc de la Tête d'Or your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this park and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Caluire-et-Cuire 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 Caluire-et-Cuire today.

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

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

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 3 of your luxury holiday in France, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Avignon and the city of Les Baux-de-Provence. You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Palais des Papes. This attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, it’s estimated that up to 616,210 people visit Palais des Papes every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon). This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 17,658 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Avignon 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 Les Baux-de-Provence.

Make your way to the incredible Carrières des Lumières in Les Baux-de-Provence for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Les Baux-de-Provence is the outstanding Château des Baux-de-Provence. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors, this remarkable top-tier point of interest and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in France.

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

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in France, we recommend you try The Bird, one of the best restaurants in Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Skab as one of the top restaurants in the city. Restaurant Skab is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Nimes is Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 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 O’Flaherty’s. This bar is considered one of the best in Nimes and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Alternatively, go to Le Questel. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Nimes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 575 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 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Nimes and the city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night.

Your day starts in Nimes. 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 de la Romanité your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there. More than 25,271 people visit this attraction every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 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 Haribo Candy Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors.

When you’re finished at the arch bridge, the perfect next stop is the popular Pont du Gard. This spectacular arch bridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 29,439 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Nimes 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 Nimes today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie, one of the best restaurants in Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Slake Coffee House as one of their top choices in the city. Slake Coffee House is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,684 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lyon is Dam's Pub. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

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

Ninkasi Sans Souci is one of the best bars you can visit in Lyon tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,985 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Livestation DIY - Lyon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,452 customers.

Alternatively, try Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 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 5-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 Lyon 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 Fresque des Lyonnais. This extraordinary fresco and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,927 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Lyon.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Lyon, check out the menu at Bulle - Restaurant de Fourvière - Guy Lassausaie. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,186 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Culina Hortus. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 781 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Vieille Canaille. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 839 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Lyon 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!