Luxury One-Week France Road Trip from Marseille to Narbonne, Nimes, and Lyon

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

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Friche la Belle de Mai. This bar is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Marseille, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,400 visitors.

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

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Twist Avenue. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Marseille.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out AM par Alexandre Mazzia. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Le Bouchon Provençal is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Marseille, and has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,207 customers.

As your day in Marseille 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 Carry Nation. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at O'Malley, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 1,796 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is La Caravelle. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-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 Marseille and the city of Narbonne. You’ll stay in Narbonne for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,446 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Calanques National Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,632 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Parc Borély. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,618 visitors.

When you’re finished at the church building, the perfect next stop is the popular Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille). This spectacular church building and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 36,436 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Marseille 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 Marseille today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Narbonne, 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.

Les Halles de Narbonne is one of the best bars you can visit in Narbonne tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,657 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 Carcassonne and the city of Nimes. You’ll stay in Nimes for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Narbonne Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Palais-Musée des Archevêques, Palais Vieux. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,379 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 Roman Granary Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,197 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne 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 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 Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 3 nights.

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 Musée de la Romanité your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this museum and attraction before you head there. More than 25,271 people visit this attraction every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,878 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Haribo Candy Museum. This museum has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 17,011 visitors.

When you’re finished at the arch bridge, the perfect next stop is the popular Pont du Gard. This spectacular arch bridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 29,439 reviews.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of their top choices in the city. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

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

L Bar food & drink is one of the best bars you can visit in Lyon tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like The Phantom of the Opera. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 514 customers.

Alternatively, try Black Forest Society. Black Forest Society is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 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.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This attraction is a minor basilica and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,363 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Porte des Enfants du Rhône, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Porte des Enfants du Rhône is a park with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,967 visitors.

The outstanding parc de la Tête d'Or is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 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 Grand Parc Miribel Jonage. Grand Parc Miribel Jonage is a park and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 12,314 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.3 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 Lyon.

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 Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Lyon. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Lyon-locals’ favorites, check out Le Mirtillo. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 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 Betty's Bar a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. Betty's Bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 607 customers.

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

This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers.

You may also want to check out Dam's Pub. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Dam's Pub is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is The King Arthur. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

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

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic iFLY Lyon. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,468 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you will find the extraordinary Place Bellecour. This attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

If you like many others have been feeling curious about the spectacular Lyon Cathedral, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Lyon Cathedral is a catholic cathedral with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors.

The outstanding Musée Miniature et Cinéma is another stop you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 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 Fresque des Lyonnais. Fresque des Lyonnais is a fresco and popular attraction most visitors enjoy. More than 4,927 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 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 Lyon.

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 Garet is one of the absolute best places to eat in the city of Lyon. At this restaurant, you’ll enjoy a great atmosphere and a fantastic food and drinks menu. Le Garet is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re curious to try one of Lyon-locals’ favorites, check out L'Alexandrin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 349 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 L'Établi a visit instead. This restaurant is a top recommendation often mentioned by both travelers as well as locals. L'Établi has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 379 customers.

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

This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

You may also want to check out Broc'Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers great drinks and a fantastic atmosphere. Broc'Bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 868 customers.

A third bar where you could have a great time tonight is L' Antiquaire. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 621 customers.

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

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, Cabrières-d'Avignon and the city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night.

Your day starts in Cabrières-d'Avignon.

Make the amazing Pont Saint-Benezet (Le Pont d'Avignon) your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 17,658 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Palais des Papes. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 36,931 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this palace and attraction. In fact, this welcomes around 616,210 visitors annually.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Jardin des doms. This urban park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,201 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Cabrières-d'Avignon 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 Cabrières-d'Avignon 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.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La cigale vieux port, one of the best restaurants in Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 918 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant Les Arcenaulx Marseille Vieux Port is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Marseille is Trattoria Marco. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 725 customers.

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

Bar Bu is one of the best bars you can visit in Marseille tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 648 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Bar Marengo. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 539 customers.

Alternatively, try La dame du mont. La dame du mont is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 273 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 Marseille 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 Palais Longchamp. This extraordinary water tower and attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 12,768 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Marseille.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Marseille, check out the menu at O'Bidul. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 461 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Restaurant Bubo - Bistronomie Marseille. 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 184 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Le Panier Marseillais. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,790 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Marseille 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!