12-Day France road trip from Tours to Nantes, Caen, Paris, and Orléans

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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
11 nights included
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12 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Tours, 2 nights in Nantes, 1 night in Caen, 5 nights in Paris, and 1 night in Orléans, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Tours, Nantes, Caen, Paris, and Orléans. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Tours, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Sacré-Cœur, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Disneyland Paris and learn more about the unique Palace of Versailles to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Tours, Nantes, Caen, Paris, and Orléans, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in France. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through France.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in France.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything France has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of France. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in France extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in France today!

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Included

Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Angers - city in FranceAngers
Photo of Church of Saint-Pierre in Caen, Normandy, France.Caen / 1 night
Photo of Rochecorbon that is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department, central France.Rochecorbon
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 5 nights
Photo of Tours aerial panoramic view. Tours is a city in the Loire valley of France.Tours / 2 nights
Suèvres
Photo of the Erdre River in Nantes, France.Nantes / 2 nights
Blois - city in FranceBlois
Auzouer-en-Touraine
Centre-Loire Valley - region in FranceCentre-Loire Valley / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
Photo of Disneyland Paris castle, France.Disneyland Paris
Photo of Arc de Triomphe  Early in the morning with the French flag, France.Arc de Triomphe
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of the Sacred Heart (Sacre Cœur Basilica),on Montmartre hill, Paris, France.Sacré-Cœur
Photo of Versailles palace outside Paris at sunset, France.Palace of Versailles
Photo of Luxembourg gardens and palace with puffy clouds in Paris, France.Jardin du Luxembourg
Photo of Corner of the Tuileries Garden with flower bed and alley with sculptures in Paris in springtime, France.Tuileries Garden
Photo of the Musee d'Orsay is a museum in Paris, France, on the Left Bank of the Seine.Musée d'Orsay
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
Pompidou Center - ParisCentre Georges Pompidou
photo of Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees at morning in Paris, France.Place de la Concorde
Photo of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a bright afternoon in Spring, France.Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Photo of The Panthéon is a monument in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, France.Panthéon
Photo of famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
photo of the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Photo of the Renaissance Chateau de Chenonceau, built in the XVIth century, is one of the most beautiful castles of the Loire Valley, Chenonceaux, France.Château de Chenonceau
photo of Temple of Love in the Bois de Vincennes in Paris Park in autumn in France.Bois de Vincennes
photo of people enjoying the experience with Machines of the Isle of Nantes in Nantes, France.Machines of the Isle of Nantes
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Beautiful sunrise at the Pont Alexandre III and Les Invalides in ParisLes Invalides
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
photo of sunny panorama of Castle d’Amboise is an old French chateau is medieval landmark of Amboise city in France.Château d'Amboise
Château du Clos LucéChâteau du Clos Lucé
Zoo de la FlècheZoo de la Flèche
Castle of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes - France, Pays de la LoireChâteau des ducs de Bretagne
photo of Chateau Royal de Blois, facade of the Louis XII wing, France. This old castle is landmark of Loire Valley and located in Blois city. French palace of Renaissance in summer.Château Royal de Blois
photo of the famous Chateau de Chantilly (Chantilly Castle, 1560) at beautiful morning, is a historic chateau located in town of Chantilly, France.Château de Chantilly
Botanical Garden, Coulmiers - Jardin des Plantes, Malakoff - Saint-Donatien, Nantes, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceBotanical Garden
Château d'Angers, Centre Ville - La Fayette - Eblé, Angers, Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Angers
photo of Villandry castle and gardens best panoramic view in sunny summer day near Tours and Blois cities in France the Loire valley region.Château de Villandry
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Château d'Ussé, Rigny-Ussé, Tours, Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceChâteau d'Ussé
photo of Jardin botanique de Tours in Tours, France.Jardin botanique de Tours
Place de la Cathedrale and Saint Gatien´s cathedral in Tours, FranceTours Cathedral
Cathédrale Saint-Maurice d'AngersAngers Cathedral
Chantilly Racecourse
Vieux Tours
Prébendes d'Oé Garden
Château Gaillard
Park Cousinerie
Scriptorial
Chapel of Saint-Hubert

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Day 1 – Tours - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Tours - arrival day

  • Tours - Arrival day
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  • Vieux Tours
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Tours. You’ll stay in Tours for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Tours has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Vieux Tours. This attraction is a neighborhood and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,551 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours, Le Comptoir de Mamie Bigoude Tours Centre. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,883 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Tours is Restaurant Les Canailles. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 784 customers.

Locals recommend Boll N Roll as one of the best restaurants in the city of Tours. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 661 customers.

Tours also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Tours is Buffalo Grill Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,396 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Tours is The Pale. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,012 customers.

Locals also enjoy Hotel & Spa Oceania L'univers Tours. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,192 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 – Rigny-Ussé and Nantes

Day 2

Day 2 – Rigny-Ussé and Nantes

  • Tours
  • Nantes
  • Rochecorbon
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Tours Cathedral
  • Park Cousinerie
  • Jardin botanique de Tours
  • Château de Villandry
  • Château d'Ussé
  • More

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Tours. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Tours’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Tours, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tours Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,212 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Park Cousinerie. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 727 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Jardin botanique de Tours to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Jardin botanique de Tours is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,560 visitors.

The lovely Château de Villandry is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,506 visitors have left this château average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Tours has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nantes. Nantes offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 730 reviews.

The remarkable Pickles is another top restaurant in Nantes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous La Cantine Du Curé is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nantes, the fantastic Gigg's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Délirium Café. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,288 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Coffee House. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 3 – La Flèche and Nantes

Day 3

Day 3 – La Flèche and Nantes

  • Angers
  • Nantes
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Drive 293 km, 3 hours 37 min

  • Zoo de la Flèche
  • Château d'Angers
  • Angers Cathedral
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Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Angers has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Angers by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Angers. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Angers, like the extraordinary Château d'Angers. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,556 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Angers is the spectacular Angers Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,932 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Angers.

Your discovery of Angers does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Angers on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Le Cambronne Bistrot Chic, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,595 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Nantes is the popular LA LOCO. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,403 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Nantes is Le Fou du Roi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Bateau-Lavoir is one of the best bars in the city of Nantes for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,063 customers.

Café Sur Cour is another of the most popular bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Nantes is Fleming's Irish Pub. Fleming's Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Nantes!

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Day 4 – Nantes and Caen

Day 4

Day 4 – Nantes and Caen

  • Nantes
  • Caen
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Drive 305 km, 3 hours 39 min

  • Château des ducs de Bretagne
  • Botanical Garden
  • Machines of the Isle of Nantes
  • Scriptorial
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Nantes and embark on a scenic drive to Caen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Nantes before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Nantes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château des ducs de Bretagne. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 18,724 visitors. Over 167,867 people visit Château des ducs de Bretagne annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Botanical Garden. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,694 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Nantes is the stunning Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This art project and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,332 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Scriptorial. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 509 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Le Sans Gêne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,075 customers.

Locals also recommend Stéphane Carbone Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Caen. Stéphane Carbone Restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 539 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Villa Eugène to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Caen, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

Vertigo is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 715 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 5 – Paris

Day 5

Day 5 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 234 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Palais Garnier
  • Centre Georges Pompidou
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Caen and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 5 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Caen before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Caen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Arc de Triomphe. This attraction is a triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. Over 2,743,823 people visit Arc de Triomphe annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Palais Garnier. This attraction, a beloved opera house, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Caen is the stunning Centre Georges Pompidou. This art museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 55,213 visitors. Approximately 3,273,867 travelers come to Caen every year to see this fascinating attraction.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated catholic cathedral in Caen. The popular Notre-Dame de Paris is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city. It’s estimated around 12,000,000 people visit this attraction each year.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Coupole to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Le Train Bleu. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Le Train Bleu has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 6 – Paris

Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 20 km, 1 hour 57 min

  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Pont Alexandre III
  • Les Invalides
  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
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Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Paris by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris, like the extraordinary Sacré-Cœur. This attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors. Sacré-Cœur gets around 11,000,000 visitors every year.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris is the spectacular Pont Alexandre III. This attraction is a deck arch bridge and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Les Invalides. This building complex has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,459 visitors.

Champ de Mars is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This urban park is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Eiffel Tower. Eiffel Tower is a lattice tower and popular attraction in Paris. More than 322,389 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 6,207,303 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Angelina, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Au Pied de Cochon. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is To Restaurant Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Le Mesturet is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

Little Red Door is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is The Bombardier. The Bombardier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

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Day 7 – Paris

Day 7

Day 7 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 37 km, 1 hour 35 min

  • La Villette
  • Bois de Vincennes
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Louvre Museum
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Day 7 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights you have left in Paris by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris, like the extraordinary 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.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris is the spectacular bois de Vincennes. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,777 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Jardin des plantes. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

Sainte Chapelle is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This chapel is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Louvre Museum. Louvre Museum is an art museum and popular attraction in Paris. More than 260,788 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you visit this attraction, you’ll be one of 2,825,000 people who do so each year.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Paris is the popular Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Paris is Jules Verne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Harry's New York Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

Dirty Dick is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Bisou. Bisou. Has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

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Day 8 – Paris

Day 8

Day 8 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour

  • Panthéon
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Place de la Concorde
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Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Paris has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Paris by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Paris, like the extraordinary Panthéon. This attraction is a mausoleum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Paris is the spectacular Jardin du Luxembourg. This attraction is an urban park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Musée d'Orsay. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors. Up to 3,651,616 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Tuileries Garden is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This garden is a popular destination among visitors in Paris. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 92,172 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider place de la Concorde. Place de la Concorde is a square and popular attraction in Paris. More than 54,229 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Paris on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in France, be sure to eat at Saint James Paris, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Experimental Cocktail Club is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

The Highlander is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Café de Paris V. Café de Paris V has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

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Day 9 – Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, Chantilly, Chessy, and Paris

Day 9

Day 9 – Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, Chantilly, Chessy, and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 169 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Chantilly Racecourse
  • Château de Chantilly
  • Disneyland Paris
  • More

Day 9 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Vineuil-Saint-Firmin has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Vineuil-Saint-Firmin. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the village of Vineuil-Saint-Firmin, like the extraordinary Château de Chantilly. This attraction is a château and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,488 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin.

Your discovery of Vineuil-Saint-Firmin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Vineuil-Saint-Firmin on this day of your trip.

When you’ve finished your meal, Les Fous de l'Île is one of the best bars in the city of Paris for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers.

L'Imprévu Café is another of the most popular bars in the city of Paris. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Paris is Tiger. Tiger has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Paris!

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Day 10 – Versailles, Chambord, and Orléans

Day 10

Day 10 – Versailles, Chambord, and Orléans

  • Blois
  • Centre-Loire Valley
  • Villepreux
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 301 km, 4 hours 14 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • More

Day 10 of your road trip through France is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Versailles and the city of Chambord. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the town of Versailles is the amazing Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 119,665 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Gardens of Versailles. This french formal garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Versailles is another excellent way to spend your new day in France. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to France’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of France’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Château de Chambord in the city of Chambord for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,219 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Orléans.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Parenthèse, one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 888 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Brin de Zinc Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans. Le Brin de Zinc Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,754 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Orléans is Les Fils À Maman Orléans. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,573 customers.

After dinner, visit Crêperie Bretonne - Restaurant de spécialités de Galettes et Crêpes fait maison, à base de produits frais & Bar breton, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,162 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like L'antidote. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

Alternatively, Garden Ice Café is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Orléans. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,403 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

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Day 11 – Chenonceaux, Amboise, and Tours

Day 11

Day 11 – Chenonceaux, Amboise, and Tours

  • Tours
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
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Drive 174 km, 2 hours 42 min

  • Château Gaillard
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Chapel of Saint-Hubert
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château de Chenonceau
  • More

Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Orléans and embark on a scenic drive to Tours, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Orléans and Amboise before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Orléans. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Château de Chenonceau. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,253 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Chenonceaux and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Amboise has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château Gaillard. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,622 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Château du Clos Lucé. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 19,292 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Chapel of Saint-Hubert. This church and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 444 visitors.

The lovely Château d'Amboise is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 21,016 visitors have left this château an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Amboise, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Tours. When you arrive in Tours you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like LA MAISON DES HALLES. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 636 customers.

Locals also recommend TIA Gourmet, another of the best restaurants in Tours. TIA Gourmet is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 665 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Le Turon. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Café Bar Jazz Le Strapontin to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Tours, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La réserve. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. La réserve has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 601 customers.

Délirium café is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 219 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 12 – Tours - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Tours - departure day

  • Tours - Departure day
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  • Prébendes d'Oé Garden
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Day 12 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Tours before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Prébendes d'Oé Garden is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Tours. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,334 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Tours and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Tours at Café Bistrot Restaurant Le Vieux Mûrier before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Casse-Cailloux for your last chance at a meal in the city of Tours. The Casse-Cailloux restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 316 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le bistrot d'Odile. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 310 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Tours. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!

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