Luxury One-Week France Road Trip from Lyon to Beaune, Paris, and Auxerre

There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Lyon.

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. 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 The Phantom of the Opera, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars among 514 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in France and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night.

Make the amazing Lyon Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 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 Musée Miniature et Cinéma. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 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 Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This minor basilica has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular parc de la Tête d'Or. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 50,621 reviews.

This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France.

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 Rest O Bar, one of the best restaurants in Beaune. This restaurant has an average rating 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.

Le Bout du Monde is one of the best bars you can visit in Beaune tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 343 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Barbizier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 141 customers.

Alternatively, try Le Bistrot du Coin. Le Bistrot du Coin 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 109 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.

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 Beaune and Seine-et-Marne. You’ll stay in Paris for 3 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 Beaune, the incredible Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This popular attraction is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,805 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing La Moutarderie Fallot, an outstanding top-tier point of interest in Beaune. Around 3,107 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.5 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 Beaune.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, Seine-et-Marne.

Make your way to the incredible Palace of Fontainebleau for some unforgettable sightseeing in Seine-et-Marne. 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 Le Calbar. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 775 customers.

Another place you could go for some drinks is the top-rated Little Red Door. Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight. Little Red Door has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 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 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 2 nights left in Paris, meaning there's still time to explore the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Musée d'Orsay. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Musée d'Orsay attracts around 3,651,616 visitors every year.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Tuileries Garden. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 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 Pont Alexandre III is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. This deck arch bridge is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 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 Arc de Triomphe. Arc de Triomphe is a triumphal arch and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 193,235 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you decide to stop by this triumphal arch today, you’ll be one of 2,743,823 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, Jules Verne 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. Jules Verne is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Paris-locals’ favorites, check out Le Petit Châtelet. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 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 Les Fous de l'Île a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. Les Fous de l'Île has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 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

The Bombardier 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 1,775 customers.

You may also want to check out Experimental Cocktail Club. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Experimental Cocktail Club is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

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

On day 5 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 Jardin des plantes. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Louvre Museum, which is an art museum that gets around 2,825,000 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 260,788 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Palais Garnier, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Palais Garnier is an opera house with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

The outstanding Sacré-Cœur is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. This church building is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors, it’s one that many travelers find worthy of a visit. This place of interest usually attracts more than 11,000,000 visitors per year.

If you’re interested in experiencing more, then consider a visit to the incredible La Villette. La Villette is a commune of france and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 56,497 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 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 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, Restaurant Île de la Réunion 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. Restaurant Île de la Réunion is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Paris-locals’ favorites, check out L'Imprévu Café. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers and guarantees you a nice dining experience to end your day.

This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals.

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

The Highlander 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 1,285 customers.

You may also want to check out Velvet Bar Paris. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Velvet Bar Paris is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,018 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is Café de Paris V. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

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

On day 6 of your luxury holiday in France, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Paris and the city of Villepreux. You’ll stay in Auxerre for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Panthéon. This attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg. This urban park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

The wonderful Champ de Mars is another popular attraction you can explore on this day of your vacation in Paris. This well-known attraction, and spectacular urban park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Now is also your opportunity to visit the fantastic Eiffel Tower. This amazing attraction is a lattice tower and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors. Attracting more visitors every year, it's clear that Eiffel Tower is one of the top places to see in the area.

Joining a top-rated tour in Paris 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 Villepreux.

Make your way to the incredible Palace of Versailles in Villepreux for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. Each year, Palace of Versailles is visited by more than 4,741,758 travelers.

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

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

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

Your day starts in Auxerre.

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.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Musée du Costume. This museum has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 156 visitors.

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 Le Mirtillo as one of their top choices in the city. Le Mirtillo is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lyon is Betty's Bar. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

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

Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is one of the best bars you can visit in Lyon tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Dam's Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,373 customers.

Alternatively, try The King Arthur. The King Arthur 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 1,312 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 8-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 Porte des Enfants du Rhône. This extraordinary park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,967 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 Le Garet. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is L'Alexandrin. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 349 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try L'Établi. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 379 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!