Cheap 10-Day France Road Trip from Paris traveling west to Caen, Nantes, Angers, and Blois

Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Paris, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Paris and begin your adventure in France.

Paris is a popular cheap holiday destination in France with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Paris and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Jardin du Luxembourg will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating urban park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 94,043 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Paris. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant Guy Savoy. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Le Bistrot Du Perigord. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

La Coupole is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 9,580 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Paris we recommend is Le Train Bleu, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

Le Fumoir is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 3,606 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in France!

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary bois de Vincennes. This attraction is an urban park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 35,777 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Jardin des plantes. This popular place of interest is a stunning botanical garden that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Panthéon. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 43,649 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Panthéon is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Notre-Dame de Paris is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This catholic cathedral and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 45,788 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 12,000,000 people.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Louvre Museum. More than 260,788 visitors have rated this art museum and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Each year, over 2,825,000 people travel to this attraction to take a closer look into its unique and special features.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Angelina, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,038 reviews.

You can also check out Au Pied de Cochon. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is To Restaurant Paris. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,267 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Le Mesturet and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,547 customers.

Little Red Door is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit The Bombardier. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

Day 3’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Sacré-Cœur. This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 travelers. Every year, the wonderful Sacré-Cœur gets around 11,000,000 visitors from across the globe.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Palais Garnier. This popular place of interest is a stunning opera house that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 visitors.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating place de la Concorde. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 54,229 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic place de la Concorde is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Tuileries Garden is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This garden and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Musée d'Orsay. More than 71,115 visitors have rated this art museum and tourist destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Each year, over 3,651,616 people travel to this attraction to take a closer look into its unique and special features.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,702 reviews.

You can also check out Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Jules Verne. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,525 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Paris.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Harry's New York Bar and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,751 customers.

Dirty Dick is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Bisou. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

Day 4’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Paris, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary La Villette. This attraction is a commune of france that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Arc de Triomphe. This popular place of interest is a stunning triumphal arch that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 193,235 visitors. With around 2,743,823 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Arc de Triomphe is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Champ de Mars. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 172,488 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Champ de Mars is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Eiffel Tower is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This lattice tower and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 322,389 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 6,207,303 people.

Your discovery of Paris does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Paris on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, France.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in France, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Saint James Paris, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,024 reviews.

Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Paris for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Experimental Cocktail Club and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,338 customers.

The Highlander is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,285 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Café de Paris V. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Paris.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Paris!

Day 5 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Caen and the enchanting Bayeux, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Caen and end the day in Bayeux, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 5 of your affordable vacation in France will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Caen is the magnificent Caen Castle. Around 9,915 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Mémorial de Caen on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known peace museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 15,288 travelers. Given this incredible site's popularity, it’s easy to understand why more than 349,455 people visit it every year.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Caen, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Bayeux.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Bayeux Cathedral. This popular site is a valued catholic cathedral in Bayeux and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,935 visitors.

Another must-visit in Bayeux is the spectacular Arbre de la Liberté. This outstanding freedom tree and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from more than 102 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across France. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in France. Make your cheap holiday experience in France more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Caen offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in France. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Caen offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Le Sans Gêne is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,075 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Caen is Stéphane Carbone Restaurant, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

Le Bouchon Du Vaugueux offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Caen. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 539 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Caen’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Villa Eugène is an excellent example of a great bar in Caen offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,005 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins, another of locals’ go-to bars in Caen. Fleur de Sushi - Jacobins is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 699 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Vertigo is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Caen. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 715 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through France with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in France!

Day 6 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Nantes and end your day in the city of Champrepus.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Nantes for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in France.

While you’re in Nantes, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Botanical Garden. The fantastic Botanical Garden is a popular park and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,694 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Château des ducs de Bretagne, a well-known museum in the area. Receiving around 167,867 visitors each year, it’s safe to say that this attraction strikes the interest of people all over the world. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 18,724 travelers.

The top-rated Machines of the Isle of Nantes is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular art project and destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 33,332 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Nantes, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Champrepus.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about France. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in France and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Nantes. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Nantes, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes, one of the best restaurants in Nantes. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 730 customers.

Pickles is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Pickles is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at La Cantine Du Curé, another well-loved restaurant in Nantes. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,050 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in France.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Nantes, Gigg's Irish Pub. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 bar goers.

Délirium Café is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Nantes, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,288 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by The Coffee House, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,168 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in France!

Day 7 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Angers and the enchanting Le Puy du Fou, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Angers and end the day in Le Puy du Fou, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 7 of your affordable vacation in France will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Angers is the magnificent Château d'Angers. Around 14,556 visitors have rated this excellent château and travel destination an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Saint Nicolas park on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 1,875 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Angers, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic hamlet of Le Puy du Fou.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across France. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in France. Make your cheap holiday experience in France more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Angers offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in France. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Angers offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

Bistrot des Ducs is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,756 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Angers is Crêperie du Château, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 558 customers.

NACHOS offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Angers. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,265 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Angers’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

La Reserve is an excellent example of a great bar in Angers offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,483 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Mamie Fada, another of locals’ go-to bars in Angers. Mamie Fada is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,549 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Le Héron carré is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Angers. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,625 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through France with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in France!

Day 8 of your self-drive vacation in France gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Tours and end your day in the city of Chenonceaux.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Blois for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in France.

While you’re in Tours, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Château de Villandry. The fantastic Château de Villandry is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 13,506 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Tours, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Chenonceaux.

Make Château de Chenonceau your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,253 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about France. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in France and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Blois. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Blois, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cote Loire Auberge Ligerienne, one of the best restaurants in Blois. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 160 customers.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across France. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in France!

On day 9 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across France, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Blois and end your day in the city of Paris, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Blois is the amazing Château de Blois. This travel destination is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,926 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in France. To have the best affordable travel experience in France, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in France unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in France.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Paris. Paris is another cheap travel destination in France where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in France can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Paris that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Paris enjoy dining at this restaurant.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Paris’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Les Fous de l'Île. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,046 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is L'Imprévu Café. This popular bar in Paris has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 846 bar-goers.

You can also go to Tiger as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Tiger is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 831 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in France!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Paris.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in France.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Paris is the remarkable Pont Neuf. This stone bridge and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,537 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to Paris and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in France!