Luxury 6-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Montpellier to Marseille & Saint-Étienne

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic promenade of Peyrou. This square is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Montpellier, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,907 visitors.

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

To feel extra special from the very the start of your luxury holiday in Montpellier, stay at a hotel like the luxurious Best Western Plus Comedie Saint Roch. The wonderful facilities of this luxury hotel offer the perfect place to lay back after a long day of exploring the city. Guests have rated this 3-star hotel an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 2,890 reviews.

Another perfect 4-star hotel you can stay at in Montpellier is the impeccable Golden Tulip Montpellier Centre St Roch. Expect luxurious rooms, outstanding service, and a spectacular ambiance. This hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 3,846 guest reviews.

To stay at a hotel with outstanding attention to detail, check in at the incredible Aparthotel Adagio access Montpellier Center. This 3-star luxury hotel is often complimented for its excellent facilities and attentive staff.

If these hotels are unavailable for your time in Montpellier, we will help you find the best luxury alternatives.

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

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Coldrip food and coffee. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 644 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Montpellier.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Empanadas Club. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,371 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Fitzpatrick's Irish Pub is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Montpellier, and has an impressive average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,623 customers.

As your day in Montpellier 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 Shakespeare. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 659 guests.

Raise a toast to the start of your 6-day luxury vacation in France and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your luxury holiday in France, you will explore the surroundings of Montpellier. Montpellier is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in France, and there are plenty of unique attractions for you to visit in the area. You have 2 nights left in Montpellier, meaning there's still time to explore the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Comedy Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,195 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Planet Ocean World. This attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,480 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular esplanade Charles de Gaulle, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Esplanade Charles de Gaulle is a square with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,528 visitors.

The outstanding Jardin des plantes de Montpellier is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. This botanical garden is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,805 visitors, it’s one that many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you’re interested in experiencing more, then consider a visit to the incredible Triumphal arch. Triumphal arch is a top-tier point of interest and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 5,695 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

This activity is one of many you can add to your luxury travel plan to make your road trip in France truly memorable.

When you’ve completed everything you want to see and do, you will drive back to your luxury accommodation in Montpellier.

After a long day of exploring top attractions in the area, it’s an excellent idea to sit down for a lovely dinner. We’ve collected the most recommended restaurants in the city for you, so you can check out the menus and make your reservation in advance.

According to reviews, Le Petit Jardin is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Montpellier. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Le Petit Jardin is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Montpellier-locals’ favorites, check out The Shakespeare. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 903 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

When your taste buds call for something different, you may want to pay Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. Restaurant Le Tapas - Montpellier has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Montpellier and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife. Enjoy the night without rushing to fully appreciate

Espit Chupitos Montpellier is one of the best bars in Montpellier and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 525 customers.

You may also want to check out Le Rebuffy. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Le Rebuffy is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is Broc Café Montpellier. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your luxury holiday in France!

Get ready for day 3 of your luxury vacation in France. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Arles and Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille 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 Arles, the incredible Arles Amphitheatre. This popular attraction is a roman amphitheatre that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 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 Arles.

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

Make your way to the incredible Palais Longchamp for some unforgettable sightseeing in Marseille. This popular attraction is a water tower and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,768 visitors.

Next up, steer your step in the direction of Calanques National Park. This outstanding attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 travelers and is one of the most fantastic places to visit in Marseille.

When you’re ready to leave Calanques National Park, stop by the remarkable Parc Borély. This park attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 30,825 travelers, this magnificent church building is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Marseille. Luxury hotels in Marseille 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 Marseille.

Choose among Marseille’s excellent alternatives for high-end lodging. For a truly memorable stay, book a room or suite at the fantastic New Hotel Of Marseille. This 4-star luxury hotel is rated an average of 3.5 out of 5 stars in 1 review and promises you a comfortable stay in the city.

A superb luxury property like Carre Vieux Port Hotel is another fantastic option in the city of Marseille. Guests who have stayed here compliment the beautiful facilities, attentive service, and wonderful rooms. This 3-star luxury hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,165 guests.

Alternatively, find a peaceful break from the hustle and bustle of Marseille at the remarkable 5-star C2 Hotel. This luxury hotel offers an outstanding experience at a convenient location. Guests who have stayed here have rated C2 Hotel an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 598 reviews.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Marseille, Twist Avenue. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 reviews.

Locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Marseille. The AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at O'Malley. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

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 Marseille's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Carry Nation. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 834 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated La Caravelle. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. La Caravelle has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

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 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Lyon Metropolis and the city of Saint-Étienne. You’ll stay in Saint-Étienne for 1 night.

Your day starts in Lyon Metropolis.

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.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Place Bellecour. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this square and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This minor basilica has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Lyon Metropolis 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 Lyon Metropolis today.

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

In Saint-Étienne, the most wonderful 3-star luxury hotels await you. If you only want the best, check in at the fantastic Austria.

Alternatively, spoil yourself with a stay at the superb Kyriad Saint Etienne Centre. This 3-star luxury hotel is another of travelers' and locals' most recommended stays in the city.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out the beautiful Novotel Saint Etienne Centre Gare (Opening March 2019). Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Lyon Metropolis and Saint-Étienne. This extravagant 4-star hotel in Saint-Étienne has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 397 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Soggy Bottom, one of the best restaurants in Saint-Étienne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Lipopette Bar as one of their top choices in the city. Lipopette Bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 470 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Saint-Étienne is Hop Square. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 386 customers.

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The Smoking Dog is one of the best bars you can visit in Saint-Étienne tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 548 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Thunderbird Lounge. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 162 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 5 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 Montpellier. You’ll stay in Montpellier 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 Great Mosque Mohammed VI Saint-Etienne your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 552 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this mosque and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Musée des Verts. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 596 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this museum and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Saint-Étienne Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 219 visitors.

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

In Montpellier, the most wonderful 3-star luxury hotels await you. If you only want the best, check in at the fantastic Best Western Plus Comedie Saint Roch. Guests who have stayed at this luxury hotel have rated their experience an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars in 2,890 reviews.

Alternatively, spoil yourself with a stay at the superb Aparthotel Adagio access Montpellier Center. This 3-star luxury hotel is another of travelers' and locals' most recommended stays in the city.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out the beautiful Golden Tulip Montpellier Centre St Roch. Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Nimes and Montpellier. This extravagant 4-star hotel in Montpellier has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,846 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Burger et Ratatouille, one of the best restaurants in Montpellier. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 597 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Umami - La cinquième saveur as one of their top choices in the city. Umami - La cinquième saveur is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 412 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Montpellier is La Diligence. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

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Le Tord Boyaux is one of the best bars you can visit in Montpellier tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Black Out. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 495 customers.

Alternatively, try Le 1789 Restaurant - Bar. Le 1789 Restaurant - Bar is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 432 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 6-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 Montpellier 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 Domaine de Méric Park. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,040 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Montpellier.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Montpellier, check out the menu at La Bistrote. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 429 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Pastis Restaurant. 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 350 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Restaurant Leclere. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 303 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Montpellier 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!