5-Day France road trip from Clermont-Ferrand to Bourges and Blois

Statue of Vercingétorix and Basilica Notre-Dame-du-Port in Victory Square in Clermont-Ferrand, France
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Clermont-Ferrand, 1 night in Bourges, and 1 night in Blois, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Clermont-Ferrand, Bourges, and Blois. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in France you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Clermont-Ferrand, 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 Château de Blois and Panoramic Domes.

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 Château de Chenonceau to the breathtaking Château d'Amboise and Château du Clos Lucé, 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 Château de Chambord and learn more about the unique Château de Cheverny to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Clermont-Ferrand, Bourges, and Blois, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of panoramic view of the city of Clermont-Ferrand with its cathedral, France.Clermont-Ferrand / 2 nights
Suèvres
Bourges - city in FranceBourges / 1 night
Blois - city in FranceBlois / 1 night
Auzouer-en-Touraine

Map

Attractions

Photo of famous medieval castle Château de Chambord, France.Château de Chambord
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 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
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 beautiful Château de Cheverny from apprentice's garden in France.Château de Cheverny
Panoramic Domes
photo of the Jaude square during the morning light in Clermont-Ferrand city in central France.Place de Jaude
photo of shrubs trimmed in the form of cones and roses in Lecoq City Park (Jardin Lecoq) in Clermont-Ferrand, France.Jardin Lecoq
photo of fairytale Chaumont-sur -Loire castle in Loire valley, France.Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
L'Aventure Michelin, R-110866, R-1693143, R-2202162, R-3792877L'Aventure Michelin
photo of morning view on the Victory square with monument and Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral in Clermont-Ferrand city in France.Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
International Gardens Festival Of Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Blois, Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceDomaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
Parc Montjuzet, R-110866, R-1693143, R-2202162, R-3792877Montjuzet
Matra automobile museum space, Romorantin-Lanthenay, Loir-et-Cher, Centre-Loire Valley, Metropolitan France, FranceMatra automobile museum space

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Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

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Car
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Car

Small car

Small car

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small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

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Medium
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People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Clermont-Ferrand - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Clermont-Ferrand - arrival day

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

Clermont-Ferrand has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible place de Jaude. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,034 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 Clermont-Ferrand, Lard De Vivre. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Five Guys Clermont-Ferrand. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

Locals recommend La Gourmandine as one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,134 customers.

Clermont-Ferrand also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is The Still Irish Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,220 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Les BerThoM. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

Locals also enjoy Buffalo Grill - Clermont Ferrand. This bar has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,523 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in France!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Bourges

Day 2

Day 2 – Bourges

  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Bourges
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Drive 212 km, 3 hours 6 min

  • L'Aventure Michelin
  • Montjuzet
  • Panoramic Domes
  • Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
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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 Clermont-Ferrand. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Bourges. You’ll stay in Bourges for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Clermont-Ferrand’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Clermont-Ferrand, start your day with a visit to the amazing Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral. This much-appreciated catholic cathedral and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,232 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Montjuzet. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,229 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Panoramic Domes to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Panoramic Domes is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,215 visitors.

The lovely L'Aventure Michelin is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,701 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Experiences

Day 3 – Chenonceaux, Amboise, Goualoup, and Blois

Day 3

Day 3 – Chenonceaux, Amboise, Goualoup, and Blois

  • Blois
  • Auzouer-en-Touraine
  • Suèvres
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Drive 183 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Château de Chenonceau
  • Château d'Amboise
  • Château du Clos Lucé
  • Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
  • Castle of Chaumont-sur-Loire
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Bourges and embark on a scenic drive to Blois, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Bourges 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 Bourges. 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.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Château d'Amboise. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,016 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.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 4 – Chambord, Cheverny, Romorantin-lanthenay, and Clermont-Ferrand

Day 4

Day 4 – Chambord, Cheverny, Romorantin-lanthenay, and Clermont-Ferrand

  • Blois
  • Clermont-Ferrand
  • Suèvres
  • More

Drive 312 km, 3 hours 51 min

  • Château Royal de Blois
  • Château de Chambord
  • Château de Cheverny
  • Matra automobile museum space
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Blois and the city of Chambord. You’ll stay in Clermont-Ferrand for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Blois today is Château de Blois. This excellent attraction is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of France, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in France. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

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

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Clermont-Ferrand.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand, Restaurant Clermont-Ferrand : L'Odevie. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,126 customers.

Locals recommend Le Bistrot d'à Côté as one of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. Le Bistrot d'à Côté is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 819 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Clermont-Ferrand is Lard et la Manière. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 814 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Clermont-Ferrand, Au Bureau Clermont-Ferrand. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,185 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Le Compt(o)ir. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 667 customers.

Au Fût et à mesure is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 457 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through France with a toast!

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Day 5 – Clermont-Ferrand - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Clermont-Ferrand - departure day

  • Clermont-Ferrand - Departure day
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  • Jardin Lecoq
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Day 5 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Clermont-Ferrand 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.

Jardin Lecoq is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Clermont-Ferrand. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,878 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Clermont-Ferrand at Restaurant Le Dôme before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Boeuf Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Clermont-Ferrand. The Le Boeuf Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 593 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try La Vache qui Tète. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 633 customers.

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

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