Cheap 4-Day France Road Trip from Bordeaux traveling south to Pau

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

Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Monument aux Girondins will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating column that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,483 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 Bordeaux. An excellent example is the popular Le Comptoir Des Chats (enfants à partir de 10 ans). Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,090 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is suzzi. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 852 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 Symbiose. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 896 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

The Connemara is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,896 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 Bordeaux we recommend is Molly Malone's, 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 1,951 customers.

Le Bar à Vin is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 1,327 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

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 Bordeaux and end your day in the city of Pau, 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 Bordeaux is the amazing Bordeaux Cathedral. This travel destination is a catholic cathedral that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible place de la Bourse. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,251 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Bordeaux is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bordeaux is the outstanding miroir d'eau. This reflecting pool has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 14,462 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in France, drop by the popular La Cité du Vin. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 21,487 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic jardin public. This urban park is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 12,341 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 Pau. Pau 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 Pau that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pau is Restaurant Le Canard Royal. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 633 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pau, L'Opéra 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 537 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Le Berry. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pau enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,274 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pau’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Le Garage. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,953 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is The Galway. This popular bar in Pau has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 731 bar-goers.

You can also go to Au Fût et à mesure as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Au Fût et à mesure is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 585 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across France offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Biarritz and the enchanting La Teste-de-Buch, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Biarritz and end the day in La Teste-de-Buch, 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 Biarritz is the magnificent Rocher de la vierge. Around 14,700 visitors have rated this excellent rock and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Biarritz, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of La Teste-de-Buch.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Dune of Pilat. This popular site is a valued park in La Teste-de-Buch and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,111 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.

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

L'Oiseau Bleu 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 577 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Bordeaux is Chai Les Copains, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 501 customers.

L'Autre Petit Bois offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Bordeaux. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,474 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 Bordeaux’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Café Brun is an excellent example of a great bar in Bordeaux offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,749 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Restaurant Le Plana, another of locals’ go-to bars in Bordeaux. Restaurant Le Plana is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,688 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

The Houses Of Parliament is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Bordeaux. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from more than 1,469 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!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Bordeaux.

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 Bordeaux is the remarkable parc bordelais. This urban park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,855 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Bordeaux, consider a top-rated restaurant like Books & Coffee. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,243 customers.

Restaurant Melodie 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 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,499 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Le Confidentiel. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,544 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of France and your fun memories in Bordeaux.

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