Cheap 5-Day France Road Trip Vacation around Perpignan to Marseille and Toulouse

You'll pick up your rental car in Perpignan and begin your adventure in France.

Perpignan 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 Perpignan and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Sports Park will make your cheap holiday in France truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,992 visitors.

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 Perpignan. An excellent example is the popular O'Flaherty's. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,082 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in France is Arena Bar.

Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 258 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

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 Perpignan and end your day in the city of Marseille, 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 Perpignan is the amazing Château Royal de Collioure. This travel destination is a castle that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,884 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Tomb of Antonio Machado. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,690 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Perpignan is likely to make your vacation in France even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Perpignan is the outstanding Salses Fortress. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,683 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 Marseille. Marseille 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 Marseille that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Marseille is Twist Avenue. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 618 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Marseille, AM par Alexandre Mazzia 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 614 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is O'Malley. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Marseille enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Marseille’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in France. For example, you can visit Carry Nation. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 834 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is La Caravelle. This popular bar in Marseille has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,587 bar-goers.

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 Marseille and the enchanting Arles, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Marseille and end the day in Arles, 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 Marseille is the magnificent Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Around 19,446 visitors have rated this excellent museum and travel destination an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Notre-Dame de la Garde (Marseille) on this leg of your self-drive tour in France. This attraction is a well-known church building that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from around 36,436 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Arles Amphitheatre. This popular site is a valued roman amphitheatre in Arles and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,060 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.

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

La Cantine Des Sales Gosses 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 1,095 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Toulouse is Grain De Folie, 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 623 customers.

Le Restaurant offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Toulouse. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 517 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 Toulouse’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

The Hopscotch Pub & Brewery is an excellent example of a great bar in Toulouse offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 647 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The George and Dragon, another of locals’ go-to bars in Toulouse. The George and Dragon is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,383 customers having rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

The London Town is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Toulouse. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,388 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 4 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 Toulouse and end your day in the city of Carcassonne.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Perpignan 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 Toulouse, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Basilica of St. Sernin. The fantastic Basilica of St. Sernin is a popular minor basilica and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,287 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Jardin des Plantes, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 9,847 travelers.

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

Make Château Comtal your first stop. This popular castle among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Carcassonne is the outstanding Cité de Carcassonne. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 visitors, this remarkable fortress and attraction deserves a spot on your France travel bucket list.

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 Perpignan. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Perpignan, 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 Les Brunettes: bar et restaurant, one of the best restaurants in Perpignan. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 258 customers.

O Shannon is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. O Shannon is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 188 diners.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Perpignan, Black pearl 66. 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 155 bar goers.

La Divine is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Perpignan, with its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 141 customers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to France as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Perpignan.

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.

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