Cheap 13-Day France Road Trip from Strasbourg to Metz, Reims, Paris, Auxerre, and Besancon

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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 13-day road trip through France! Travel to Strasbourg, Metz, Reims, Paris, Fontainebleau, Auxerre, Besançon, and Gerstheim with this cheap holiday package!

Explore France for less with this 13-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Eiffel Tower, the captivating Louvre Museum, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across France and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 2 nights in Strasbourg, 1 night in Metz, 1 night in Reims, 4 nights in Paris, 3 nights in Auxerre, and 1 night in Besançon.

This customizable and cheap France travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in France at the lowest price!

On arrival in Strasbourg, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in France. Explore the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Champ de Mars and take in its distinct atmosphere. France offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!

During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.

Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in France. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in France.

This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in France, like the stunning Sacré-Cœur. You'll visit the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg to make lasting memories. You'll also have the chance to admire the outstanding Palace of Versailles up close.

Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 13-day road trip, you'll leave France happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.

This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 13-day vacation in France. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 12 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in France with CDW insurance.

You can customize your France travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in France and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind France’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!

Booking this cheap holiday package in France offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.

So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in France with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to France fill up fast, so book your adventure today!

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Hotel, 12 nights
Rental car, 13 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Photo of traditional half-timbered houses on picturesque canals in La Petite France in the medieval fairytale town of Strasbourg, France.Strasbourg / 2 nights
Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
Reims - city in FranceReims / 1 night
Nancy - city in FranceNancy
Photo of Metz city view of Petit Saulcy an Temple Neuf and Moselle River in Summer, France.Metz / 1 night
Auxerre - city in FranceAuxerre / 3 nights
Besançon - city in FranceBesançon / 1 night
Photo of Villepreux is a commune in the Yvelines department in north-central France.Villepreux
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune
Photo of Saint-Denis Catholic Church in Gerstheim, France.Gerstheim

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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 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 Cathedral of our lady of strasbourg in France.Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg
photo of La Villette Park with the Canal of the Basin of the Villette with boat at beautiful morning in Paris, France.La Villette
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 the beautiful Jardin des Plantes at morning in Paris is the main botanical garden in France.Jardin des plantes
La Petite VenisePetite Venise in Colmar
Photo of Palais or Opera Garnier & The National Academy of Music in Paris, France.Palais Garnier
Sainte-ChapelleSainte Chapelle
Photo of Place Stanislas, Nancy ,France at night.Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy
Château du Haut-KœnigsbourgChâteau du Haut-Koenigsbourg
photo of the medieval Fontainebleau palace (Chateau de Fontainebleau) at beautiful summer in France.Palace of Fontainebleau
Old gothic cathedral of Reims, FranceReims Cathedral
photo of Park de la Orangerie in Strasbourg scenic beautiful view, Alsace region of France.Parc de l'Orangerie
Gardens of Versailles, Versailles, Île-de-France, FranceGardens of Versailles
Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FranceHôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
Place Kléber, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FrancePlace Kléber
La Montagne des Singes, Kintzheim, Sélestat-Erstein, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceLa montagne des singes
photo of Guédelon Castle stronghold built nowadays with techniques dating of the 14th century in Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe, France.Guédelon Castle
Lighthouse on the lake in hamlet Queen Marie Antoinette's estate near Versailles Palace.Marie-Antoinette's Estate
photo of Barrage Vauban at beautiful morning in Strasbourg, France.Barrage Vauban
Forêt de Fontainebleau
Parc de l'Étoile
The Eagle Park, Kintzheim, Sélestat-Erstein, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceThe Eagle Park
Place Drouet d'ErlonPlace Drouet-d’Erlon
Forêt Domaniale de Montmorency
Vézelay Abbey
Castle of Saint-Fargeau
Architectural detail of the Museum of Modern Art in Strasbourg on a winter day. Inaugurated in December 1998 by Culture Minister Catherine Trautmann.Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
La Moutarderie Fallot
Koezio Cergy
photo of Traditional half-timbered houses on picturesque canals in La Petite France in the medieval fairytale town of Strasbourg, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Alsace, France.Petite France
Park Bouzaise, Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Metropolitan France, FrancePark Bouzaise
Museum of Fine Arts in Nancy, Saint-Nicolas - Charles III - Ville vieille - Trois Maisons - Léopold, Nancy, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceMuseum of Fine Arts in Nancy
Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre
Marché Couvert
Parc des Coquelicots
Château de Maulnes Stephen
Parc Saint Jacques

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Day 1

Day 1 – Strasbourg - arrival day

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  • Petite France
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Your exciting road trip through France starts when you reach the incredible city of Strasbourg, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Strasbourg and begin your adventure in France.

Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Petite France will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating neighborhood that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,245 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 Strasbourg. An excellent example is the popular Au Crocodile. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is La Fignette. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,684 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 Restaurant Gurtlerhoft. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,531 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Cathedral Beer Academy is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,358 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Strasbourg we recommend is Les BerThoM Strasbourg, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,862 customers.

Le Grincheux is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,261 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 2

Day 2 – Metz

  • Strasbourg
  • Metz
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Drive 172 km, 2 hours 23 min

  • Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg
  • Place Kléber
  • Barrage Vauban
  • Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
  • Parc de l'Étoile
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On day 2 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 Strasbourg and end your day in the city of Metz, 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 Strasbourg is the amazing Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,268 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place Kléber. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,963 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Strasbourg is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Strasbourg is the outstanding Barrage Vauban. This bridge has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,371 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. This attraction, an amazing art museum, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,634 travelers. As one of the top sights in Strasbourg, there’s no wonder that the spectacular Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art attracts about 150,000 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Parc de l'Étoile. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 7,619 visitors from all over the globe.

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 Metz. Metz 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 Metz that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Metz is Restaurant Quintessence. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 520 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Metz, Heureux comme Alexandre is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,131 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Vivian's Pub Fairy. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Metz enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,067 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Metz’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Les BerThoM Metz. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,261 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Irish-Pub. This popular bar in Metz has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 873 bar-goers.

You can also go to La Winstub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular La Winstub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 975 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!

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Day 3

Day 3 – Reims and Nancy

  • Reims
  • Nancy
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Drive 267 km, 3 hours 42 min

  • Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy
  • Museum of Fine Arts in Nancy
  • Place Drouet-d’Erlon
  • Reims Cathedral
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Day 3 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Reims and the enchanting Nancy, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Reims and end the day in Nancy, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 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 Reims is the magnificent place Drouet-d’Erlon. Around 4,651 visitors have rated this excellent square and travel destination an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Reims Cathedral on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 20,030 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Place Stanislas, Place de la Carrière and Place d'Alliance in Nancy. This popular site is a valued architectural ensemble in Nancy and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 27,905 visitors.

Another must-visit in Nancy is the spectacular Museum of Fine Arts in Nancy. This outstanding museum and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 1,305 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.

Reims 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 Reims offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

L’Édito is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,138 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Reims is Le Tablier Reims, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,407 customers.

Harold Le Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Reims. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,069 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 Reims’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Dropkick bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Reims offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Au Fût et à mesure, another of locals’ go-to bars in Reims. Au Fût et à mesure is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 532 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

BiBoViNo is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Reims. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 116 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!

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Day 4

Day 4 – Paris

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Drive 154 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Jardin des plantes
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Champ de Mars
  • Sainte Chapelle
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
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On day 4 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 Paris and end your day in the city of Paris, where you'll stay for 4 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Paris is the amazing Jardin des plantes. This travel destination is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,461 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Eiffel Tower. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 travelers, a visit to this well-known lattice tower and sightseeing spot in Paris is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable. This travel destination welcomes around 6,207,303 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable sight in Paris is the outstanding Champ de Mars. This urban park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 172,488 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Sainte Chapelle. This attraction, an amazing chapel, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,376 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Notre-Dame de Paris. This catholic cathedral is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 45,788 visitors from all over the globe. Each year, around 12,000,000 travelers visit this attraction to cross it off their bucket lists.

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.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Paris is Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Paris, Le Bistrot Du Perigord is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 584 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Kitchen Galerie Bis. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Paris enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 512 customers.

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 La Coupole. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le Fumoir. This popular bar in Paris has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,606 bar-goers.

You can also go to Le Mesturet as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Le Mesturet is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,547 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!

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Day 5

Day 5 – Paris

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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 4 min

  • Palais Garnier
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Louvre Museum
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Day 5’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 Palais Garnier. This attraction is an opera house that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,053 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular place de la Concorde. This popular place of interest is a stunning square that boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 54,229 visitors.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Tuileries Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 92,172 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Tuileries Garden is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Musée d'Orsay is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This art museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 71,115 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 3,651,616 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 The Bombardier. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,775 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 Little Red Door and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,722 customers.

Bisou. 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 1,248 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Experimental Cocktail Club. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 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!

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Day 6

Day 6 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 36 km, 1 hour 42 min

  • La Villette
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Panthéon
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Day 6’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 Sacré-Cœur. This popular place of interest is a stunning church building that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 118,527 visitors. With around 11,000,000 people visiting this attraction each year, it’s clear that the unforgettable Sacré-Cœur is one of the most famous sights in the area.

To make your trip to Paris more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Arc de Triomphe. This well-known triumphal arch attracts up to 2,743,823 people each year. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 193,235 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Arc de Triomphe is often mentioned in France road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Jardin du Luxembourg is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This urban park and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 94,043 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Panthéon. More than 43,649 visitors have rated this mausoleum and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,221 reviews.

You can also check out Le Petit Châtelet. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,057 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Les Fous de l'Île. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,046 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 The Highlander and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,285 customers.

Café de Paris V 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 981 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit L'Imprévu Café. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 846 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!

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Day 7

Day 7 – Bouffémont, Domont, Cergy, and Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 154 km, 2 hours 48 min

  • Koezio Cergy
  • Parc des Coquelicots
  • Forêt Domaniale de Montmorency
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Day 7’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Bouffémont, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Forêt Domaniale de Montmorency. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,139 travelers.

Your discovery of Bouffémont does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Bouffémont 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 Le Restaurant Vingt Spts, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 628 reviews.

You can also check out Alliance. 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 4.8 out of 5 stars by 370 diners.

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 Tiger and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 831 customers.

Le Requin Chagrin 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Prescription Cocktail Club. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 654 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!

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Day 8

Day 8 – Versailles, Fontainebleau, and Auxerre

  • Auxerre
  • Villepreux
  • More

Drive 234 km, 3 hours 52 min

  • Palace of Versailles
  • Gardens of Versailles
  • Marie-Antoinette's Estate
  • Forêt de Fontainebleau
  • Palace of Fontainebleau
  • More

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 Versailles and end your day in the city of Fontainebleau.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Auxerre for 3 nights. 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 Versailles, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Palace of Versailles. The fantastic Palace of Versailles is a popular château and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 travelers and draws around 4,741,758 visitors every year.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Gardens of Versailles, a well-known french formal garden in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 13,133 travelers.

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

Make Palace of Fontainebleau your first stop. This popular château among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,054 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 Auxerre. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Auxerre, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

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!

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Day 9

Day 9 – Auxerre, Saint-Fargeau, and Sens

  • Auxerre
  • More

Drive 222 km, 3 hours 10 min

  • Marché Couvert
  • Castle of Saint-Fargeau
  • Guédelon Castle
  • More

Day 9’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Auxerre, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Castle of Saint-Fargeau. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,531 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Guédelon Castle. This popular place of interest is a stunning castle that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,277 visitors.

Your discovery of Auxerre does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Auxerre 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.

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 Auxerre for an after-dinner drink.

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

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Day 10

Day 10 – Vézelay and Auxerre

  • Auxerre
  • More

Drive 189 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre
  • Vézelay Abbey
  • Château de Maulnes Stephen
  • More

Day 10’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Auxerre, proving that cheap holidays in France can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Cathédrale Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre - Baie 129. This attraction is a stained glass window that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,232 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Église Saint-Eusèbe. This popular place of interest is a stunning church that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 129 visitors.

Your discovery of Auxerre does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Auxerre 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.

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 Auxerre for an after-dinner drink.

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

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Day 11

Day 11 – Beaune and Besancon

  • Besançon
  • Beaune
  • More

Drive 261 km, 3 hours 28 min

  • Park Bouzaise
  • La Moutarderie Fallot
  • Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune
  • Parc Saint Jacques
  • More

On day 11 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 Beaune and end your day in the city of Besancon, 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 Beaune is the amazing Park Bouzaise. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,309 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible La Moutarderie Fallot. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,107 travelers, a visit to this well-known top-tier point of interest and sightseeing spot in Beaune is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Beaune is the outstanding Hôtel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular Parc Saint Jacques. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 186 travelers.

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 Besancon. Besancon 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 Besancon that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Besancon is Café des Félins. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 671 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Besancon, L'Alsacien Besançon is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,828 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Les Tables d'antan. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Besancon enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 756 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Besancon’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le 1802. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 854 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Pub Kilarney. This popular bar in Besancon has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 526 bar-goers.

You can also go to The coffee Brass'éliande as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular The coffee Brass'éliande is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 929 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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

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Day 12

Day 12 – Colmar, Gerstheim, Kintzheim, and Strasbourg

  • Strasbourg
  • Gerstheim
  • More

Drive 267 km, 3 hours 50 min

  • Petite Venise in Colmar
  • Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg
  • La montagne des singes
  • The Eagle Park
  • More

Day 12 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Colmar and the enchanting Gerstheim, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Colmar and end the day in Gerstheim, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 12 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 Colmar is the magnificent Petite Venise in Colmar. Around 39,311 visitors have rated this excellent neighborhood and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg. This popular site is a valued castle in Gerstheim and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,931 visitors.

Another must-visit in Gerstheim is the spectacular La montagne des singes. This outstanding zoo and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 11,888 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular The Eagle Park to make your cheap holiday experience in Gerstheim truly special. This zoo and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,739 visitors.

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.

Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in France.

La Hache is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,976 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Strasbourg is La Cloche à Fromage RESTAURANT, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

Au Vieux Strasbourg offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Strasbourg. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,999 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 Strasbourg’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Jeannette and the Cycleux is an excellent example of a great bar in Strasbourg offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,283 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Code Bar, another of locals’ go-to bars in Strasbourg. Code Bar is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 846 customers having rated it an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

The Key Bar - Krutenau is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Strasbourg. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,077 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!

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Day 13

Day 13 – Strasbourg - departure day

  • Strasbourg - Departure day
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  • Parc de l'Orangerie
  • More

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 13 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Strasbourg.

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 Strasbourg is the remarkable Parc de l'Orangerie. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,139 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Strasbourg, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restaurant Le Kuhn. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,352 customers.

Oh my Goodness café is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,189 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Clou. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,348 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Strasbourg.

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

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