Luxury 5-Day France Road Trip from Toulouse to Montpellier and Nimes

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Pont-Neuf. This deck arch bridge is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Toulouse, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,845 visitors.

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

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at La Cantine Des Sales Gosses. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,095 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Toulouse.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Grain De Folie. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 623 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Le Restaurant is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Toulouse, and has an impressive average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 517 customers.

As your day in Toulouse 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 Hopscotch Pub & Brewery. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at The George and Dragon, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 1,383 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is The London Town. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,388 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 Toulouse and the city of Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier 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 Couvent des Jacobins your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,770 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this church and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Basilica of St. Sernin. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,287 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this minor basilica and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Musée Aeroscopia. This museum has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,683 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.

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 Montpellier, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Coldrip food and coffee, one of the best restaurants in Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Empanadas Club as one of their top choices in the city. Empanadas Club is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Montpellier is Le Petit Jardin. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

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

Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub is one of the best bars you can visit in Montpellier tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like The Shakespeare. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 903 customers.

Alternatively, try Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier. Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier 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 659 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 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Arles and the city of Nimes. You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Comedy Square your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this square and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Planet Ocean World. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,786 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this aquarium and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Arles 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 Arles today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Instant T, one of the best restaurants in Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 752 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Gard O Wine as one of their top choices in the city. Gard O Wine is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 323 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Nimes is Livestation DIY - Nîmes. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 139 customers.

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

O’Flaherty’s is one of the best bars you can visit in Nimes tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 customers.

Alternatively, try La bonne mousse. La bonne mousse is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 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 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 Nimes and the city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Toulouse for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Musée de la Romanité. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, it’s estimated that up to 25,271 people visit Musée de la Romanité every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. This park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 15,878 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nimes 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 Carcassonne.

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

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Carcassonne is the outstanding Château Comtal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors, this remarkable castle 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 Toulouse.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in France, we recommend you try Bistroquet à la Une, one of the best restaurants in Toulouse. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,125 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Aux Pieds sous la Table as one of the top restaurants in the city. Aux Pieds sous la Table is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 982 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Toulouse is The Winter Garden. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 864 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 Melting Pot Pub. This bar is considered one of the best in Toulouse and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,364 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pub O'Clock. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,139 customers.

Alternatively, go to The Four Monkeys. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Toulouse and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,037 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!

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 Toulouse 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 Place Saint-Pierre. This extraordinary top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 5,139 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Toulouse.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Toulouse, check out the menu at Le 5 Wine Bar. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 867 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Pizzeria Bambino. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 655 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Le Bièrographe. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 657 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Toulouse 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!