Luxury 6-Day France Road Trip Vacation from Perpignan to Marseille, Nimes & Carcassonne

Your luxury holiday in France begins as soon as you reach the city of Perpignan.

Pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Sports Park. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Perpignan, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,992 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Perpignan. 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 Perpignan, stay at a hotel like the luxurious Hotel La Fauceille. 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 4-star hotel an average of 3.8 out of 5 stars in 853 reviews.

Another perfect 3-star apartment you can stay at in Perpignan is the impeccable Appart' City Perpignan Centre. Expect luxurious rooms, outstanding service, and a spectacular ambiance. This apartment is rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars from 1,907 guest reviews.

To stay at a hotel with outstanding attention to detail, check in at the incredible La Villa Duflot. This 4-star luxury hotel is often complimented for its excellent facilities and attentive staff. Guests have rated their experience an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 613 reviews.

If these hotels are unavailable for your time in Perpignan, 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 Perpignan.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at O'Flaherty's. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Perpignan.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Arena Bar. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 361 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

As your day in Perpignan 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 Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 258 customers.

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 road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the region of Pyrénées-Orientales and the city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 3 nights.

Your day starts in Pyrénées-Orientales. Give yourself time to see some of the region’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Perpignan Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,336 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this catholic cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Salses Fortress. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,683 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Royal Castle of Collioure. This castle has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,466 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Pyrénées-Orientales 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 Pyrénées-Orientales today.

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

In Marseille, the most wonderful 3-star luxury hotels await you. If you only want the best, check in at the fantastic Staycity Aparthotels Marseille - Centre Vieux Port. Guests who have stayed at this luxury apartment have rated their experience an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars in 2,142 reviews.

Alternatively, spoil yourself with a stay at the superb Hotel Marseille Centre Prefecture Future Ibis. This 3-star luxury hotel is another of travelers' and locals' most recommended stays in the city. In fact, Hotel Marseille Centre Prefecture Future Ibis has received an average guest rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars from 1,657 reviews.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out the beautiful Staycity Aparthotel Marseille. Here, you’ll feel nothing but pampered and relaxed after a long day out and about in Pyrénées-Orientales and Marseille. This extravagant 3-star hotel in Marseille has been rated an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars by 2,129 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Twist Avenue, one of the best restaurants in Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend AM par Alexandre Mazzia as one of their top choices in the city. AM par Alexandre Mazzia is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Marseille is O'Malley. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,796 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Carry Nation, one of the best bars in the city. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,587 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 holiday in France, you will explore the surroundings of Marseille. Marseille 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 1 night left in Marseille, meaning there's still time to explore the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde. This attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 31,965 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Les Petits Trains de Marseille. This attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,022 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Old Port of Marseille, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Old Port of Marseille is a seaport with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,120 visitors.

The outstanding Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. This museum is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 17,959 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 Palais Longchamp. Palais Longchamp is a water tower and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 12,768 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 Marseille.

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, La Caravelle is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Marseille. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. La Caravelle is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Marseille-locals’ favorites, check out Le Bouchon Provençal. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 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 La cigale vieux port a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. La cigale vieux port has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Marseille and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

Bar Bu is one of the best bars in Marseille and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You may also want to check out Bar Marengo. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Bar Marengo is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 539 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is La dame du mont. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 customers.

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

On day 4 of your luxury holiday in France, you will explore the surroundings of Marseille. Marseille 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.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic La Vieille Charité. This attraction is a hospital and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,537 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Cathédrale La Major. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,075 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Parc Émile Duclaux, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Parc Émile Duclaux is a park with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,372 visitors.

The outstanding Parc Borély is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 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 Calanques National Park. Calanques National Park is a park and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 19,632 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 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 Marseille.

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, Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Marseille. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Marseille-locals’ favorites, check out Trattoria Marco. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 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 O'Bidul a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. O'Bidul has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 461 customers.

If you feel like it, head out to a bar to celebrate another fantastic day in Marseille and take the pulse of the city’s nightlife.

The Champ De Mars is one of the best bars in Marseille and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

You may also want to check out L'unic Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. L'unic Bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 341 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is Beer District Marseille. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 224 customers.

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

Get ready for day 5 of your luxury vacation in France. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Nimes and Carcassonne. 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 Nimes, the incredible Pont du Gard. This popular attraction is an arch bridge that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,720 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin de La Fontaine, an outstanding park in Nimes. Around 14,159 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Nimes.

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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 68,451 visitors.

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

Choose among Perpignan’s excellent alternatives for high-end lodging. For a truly memorable stay, book a room or suite at the fantastic Hotel La Fauceille. This 4-star luxury hotel is rated an average of 3.8 out of 5 stars in 853 reviews and promises you a comfortable stay in the city.

A superb luxury property like La Villa Duflot is another fantastic option in the city of Perpignan. Guests who have stayed here compliment the beautiful facilities, attentive service, and wonderful rooms. This 4-star luxury hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 613 guests.

Alternatively, find a peaceful break from the hustle and bustle of Perpignan at the remarkable 3-star Appart' City Perpignan Centre. This luxury apartment offers an outstanding experience at a convenient location. Guests who have stayed here have rated Appart' City Perpignan Centre an average of 3.9 out of 5 stars in 1,907 reviews.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Perpignan, Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 258 reviews.

Locals also recommend O Shannon as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Perpignan. The O Shannon is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

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 Perpignan's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like Black pearl 66. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 155 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated La Divine. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. La Divine has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 141 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.

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 Perpignan 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 Parc Saint-Vincent. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,599 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Perpignan.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Perpignan 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!