Luxury 7-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Beaune, Paris, and Auxerre

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 7-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 Beaune. You’ll stay in Beaune 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 Beaune, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bout du Monde, one of the best restaurants in Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Le Bistrot du Coin as one of their top choices in the city. Le Bistrot du Coin is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Beaune is Le Rest O Bar. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

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.

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 Paris and Fontainebleau. You’ll stay in Paris for 2 nights. 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 Paris, the incredible Jardin des plantes. This popular attraction is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg, an outstanding urban park in Paris. Around 94,043 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in Paris is the astonishing Notre-Dame de Paris. Attracting more than 12,000,000 visitors annually, it's clear that the incredible Notre-Dame de Paris is one of the top sights of the area. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 45,788 reviews.

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 Paris.

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

Make your way to the incredible Palace of Fontainebleau for some unforgettable sightseeing in Fontainebleau. This popular attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in Paris, Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers a fantastic menu and impeccable service, deserving of its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 reviews.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord as one of the best restaurants to have dinner at in Paris. The Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers, including locals as well as travelers.

For a slightly different culinary experience, book a table at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 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 Paris's nightlife.

If you’re not quite ready for bed yet, head off to a popular bar like La Coupole. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 9,580 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Le Train Bleu. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Alternatively, go to Le Fumoir. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,606 reviews, it’s one worth checking out if you’re in the party mood.

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 holiday in France, you will explore the surroundings of Paris. Paris 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 Paris, meaning there's still time to explore the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic La Villette. This attraction is a commune of france and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 56,497 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Sacré-Cœur, which is a church building that gets around 11,000,000 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular place de la Concorde, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Place de la Concorde is a square with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

The outstanding Tuileries Garden is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. This garden is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 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 Musée d'Orsay. Musée d'Orsay is an art museum and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 71,115 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you decide to stop by this art museum today, you’ll be one of 3,651,616 people who do so every year.

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 Paris.

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, Angelina is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Paris. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Angelina is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Paris-locals’ favorites, check out Au Pied de Cochon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 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 To Restaurant Paris a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. To Restaurant Paris has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

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

Le Mesturet is one of the best bars in Paris and the perfect place for a celebratory drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You may also want to check out Little Red Door. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Little Red Door is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is The Bombardier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

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

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 Paris and the city of Auxerre. You’ll stay in Auxerre for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Panthéon your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this mausoleum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Louvre Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this art museum and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 2,825,000 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Arc de Triomphe. This triumphal arch has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Up to 2,743,823 travelers come to Paris every year to see the stunning Arc de Triomphe with their own eyes.

When you’re finished at the lattice tower, the perfect next stop is the popular Eiffel Tower. This spectacular lattice tower and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 322,389 reviews. Eiffel Tower attracts about 6,207,303 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Champ de Mars. This urban park is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Paris 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 Paris today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Auxerre, 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 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Auxerre and the city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129 your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,232 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this stained glass window and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Église Saint-Eusèbe. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 129 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this church and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Auxerre 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 Auxerre 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 7-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 Bartholdi Fountain. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,741 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!