Luxury 12-Day France Road Trip from Paris traveling east to Auxerre, Lyon, Besancon, and Strasbourg

Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.
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12 days & 11 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
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Escape for the holiday of a lifetime with this 12-day luxury road trip in France!

France offers the ultimate luxury holiday experience for anyone up for an unforgettable adventure, including couples, families, solo travelers, and friends.

Your exclusive luxury holiday package will bring you to the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned vacation itinerary, you will stay 4 nights in Paris, 2 nights in Auxerre, 1 night in Lyon, 1 night in Besançon, 2 nights in Strasbourg, and 1 night in Reims, experiencing the ultimate luxury vacation in France.

We will help you have the best 12-day luxury holiday in France imaginable, so you can leave feeling fulfilled and inspired.

Upon arriving in France, you will collect the luxury rental vehicle of your choice. We will provide you with the best car rental for the entirety of your 12-day luxury self-drive holiday, including CDW insurance. From there, you will drive off to discover some of the best travel destinations in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

Your 12 days in this one-of-a-kind destination in Europe will be filled with bucket-list experiences and bespoke activities. Expect sweeping views over the best attractions, heavenly meals at top-rated restaurants, and world-class service at 5-star luxury hotels.

Finding the perfect luxury lodging is going to make your vacation in France feel truly special. The home for your 12-day luxury holiday will be only the most exclusive 5-star hotels in France. You will choose from the best selection of luxury hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located along your carefully planned self-drive route.

Throughout your exclusive vacation in France, you will get to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the country. Highlights of your itinerary include visiting the famous Arc de Triomphe, experiencing the fantastic Champ de Mars up close, and discovering the unique features of the highly-recommended Sacré-Cœur. These are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you will find on your luxury travel itinerary in France.

Between attractions and activities, you will have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in France. Here you can find unique souvenirs to preserve the memory of your luxury holiday in France.

As your luxury vacation in France comes to an end, you will return home with new experiences and unforgettable memories. Not to forget, a full camera album on your phone with amazing photos and videos from the most beautiful places in France to share with your friends and family.

This exclusive travel plan is designed to include everything you need to have the best vacation in France. By booking this luxury holiday package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 12-day road trip in France. Let the experts figure out the details, so you can focus on enjoying.

To deliver the best experience possible, we make it easy for you to customize each day of your luxury holiday in France before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you will be able to explore Paris, Auxerre, Lyon, Besançon, Strasbourg, and Reims at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey. Enjoy a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, including all travel documents for your exclusive getaway to France.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in France fill up quickly, so book your luxury vacation package in advance. Select a date and start planning your luxury holiday in France today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
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Destinations

Paris, France. Panoramic view from Arc de Triomphe. Eiffel Tower and Avenue des Champs Elysees. Europe.Paris / 4 nights
The City of Lyon in the daytime.Lyon / 1 night
Reims - city in FranceReims / 1 night
Photo of traditional half-timbered houses on picturesque canals in La Petite France in the medieval fairytale town of Strasbourg, France.Strasbourg / 2 nights
Photo of Metz city view of Petit Saulcy an Temple Neuf and Moselle River in Summer, France.Metz
Auxerre - city in FranceAuxerre / 2 nights
Besançon - city in FranceBesançon / 1 night
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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 Disneyland Paris castle, France.Disneyland Paris
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 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 the greenhouse of the Parc de la Tete d'Or, Lyon, France.Parc de la Tête d'Or
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
Pont Alexandre IIIPont Alexandre III
Aerial view of The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Lyon city.The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica in Lyon.Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges, Willer-sur-Thur, Thann-Guebwiller, Haut-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceParc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges
Old gothic cathedral of Reims, FranceReims Cathedral
photo of the equestrian monument of King Louis XIV in Place Bellecour at morning in Lyon, France.Place Bellecour
photo of Pont Neuf and river Seine waters at beautiful morning in Paris, France.Pont Neuf
photo of Park de la Orangerie in Strasbourg scenic beautiful view, Alsace region of France.Parc de l'Orangerie
Place Kléber, Strasbourg, Bas-Rhin, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FrancePlace Kléber
photo of Guédelon Castle stronghold built nowadays with techniques dating of the 14th century in Treigny-Perreuse-Sainte-Colombe, France.Guédelon Castle
Saint Jean Cathedral (Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste) in Lyon, France, EuropeLyon Cathedral
The Cathedral of Saint Stephen in Metz, FranceMetz Cathedral
The facade of the House of Lawyers where the museum is located.Musée Cinéma et Miniature
photo of Barrage Vauban at beautiful morning in Strasbourg, France.Barrage Vauban
Parc du Champ de Mars
Place Drouet d'ErlonPlace Drouet-d’Erlon
Porte des Enfants du Rhône
Vézelay Abbey
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
Unterlinden Museum is located in Colmar, in the Alsace region of France. Unterlinden Museum
photo of Parc de Champagne with people enjoying the beautiful view in Reims, France.Parc de Champagne
Royal Monastery of Brou
photo of The German's Gate or Porte des Allemands in French from the 13th century at morning in Metz, France.Germans' Gate
Museum of La Cour d'Or, Metz, Moselle, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceMuseum of La Cour d'Or
photo of Square de la Patte d'Oie in Reims, France.Square de la Patte d'Oie
Lighthouse Verzenay in Champagne - Museum of the Vine, Verzenay, Reims, Marne, Grand Est, Metropolitan France, FranceLighthouse Verzenay in Champagne - Museum of the Vine
The house of Colette

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Day 1 – Paris - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Paris - arrival day

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • Pont Alexandre III
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Your luxury holiday in France begins as soon as you reach the city of Paris. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in France is Paris - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Paris.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Pont Alexandre III. This deck arch bridge is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Paris, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,899 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Paris. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Paris.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Restaurant Guy Savoy. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Paris.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Le Bistrot Du Perigord. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Kitchen Galerie Bis is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Paris, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers.

As your day in Paris is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in France.

Make your way to La Coupole. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 9,580 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at Le Train Bleu, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars among 6,110 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Le Fumoir. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day luxury vacation in France and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

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Day 2 – Paris

Day 2

Day 2 – Paris

  • Paris
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Drive 32 km, 1 hour 40 min

  • Champ de Mars
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • La Villette
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On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Paris. You still have 3 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Champ de Mars. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 172,488 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Eiffel Tower, which is a lattice tower that gets around 6,207,303 visits every year. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 322,389 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Arc de Triomphe triumphal arch, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today. Arc de Triomphe has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors and is visited by up to 2,743,823 people every year.

The outstanding Sacré-Cœur is another stop you can visit today in Paris. This church building is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,527 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit. This place of interest usually attracts more than 11,000,000 visitors per year.

If you want to experience even more of Paris, then consider a visit to the incredible La Villette. La Villette is a commune of france and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 56,497 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Paris has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Paris, make sure to check out Angelina. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 13,038 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Au Pied de Cochon. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 10,684 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Paris before is To Restaurant Paris. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,267 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Le Mesturet is one of the best bars in Paris and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

You may also want to check out Little Red Door. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Little Red Door is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

Alternatively, head out to The Bombardier. The Bombardier has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

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Day 3 – Paris

Day 3

Day 3 – Paris

  • 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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On day 3 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Paris. You still have 2 nights left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Paris. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Palais Garnier. This attraction is an opera house and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,053 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary place de la Concorde. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 54,229 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Tuileries Garden garden, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Musée d'Orsay is another stop you can visit today in Paris. This art museum is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 71,115 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit. This place of interest usually attracts more than 3,651,616 visitors per year.

If you want to experience even more of Paris, then consider a visit to the incredible Louvre Museum. Louvre Museum is an art museum and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 260,788 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars. If you decide to visit this art museum, you’ll be one of 2,825,000 people who do so every year.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Paris has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Paris, make sure to check out Chez Papa Montparnasse - Denfert 14ème. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,702 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,221 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Paris before is Jules Verne. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Harry's New York Bar is one of the best bars in Paris and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,751 customers.

You may also want to check out Dirty Dick. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Dirty Dick is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Bisou. Bisou. Has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,248 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

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Day 4 – Paris, Chessy, and Auxerre

Day 4

Day 4 – Paris, Chessy, and Auxerre

  • Paris
  • Auxerre
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Drive 239 km, 2 hours 54 min

  • Jardin du Luxembourg
  • Jardin des plantes
  • Disneyland Paris
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Get ready for day 4 of your luxury vacation in France. On this day of your exciting road trip holiday, you will have the most wonderful time discovering Paris and Chessy. You’ll stay in Auxerre for 2 nights. Enjoy a flexible travel itinerary and choose how much time you want to spend at each destination.

Start your day with one of travelers’ favorite attractions in Paris, the incredible Jardin du Luxembourg. This popular attraction is an urban park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 94,043 visitors.

Today we also recommend you visit the amazing Jardin des plantes, an outstanding botanical garden in Paris. Around 40,461 travelers have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see the best attractions, and meet new people at the same time, add a tour or activity to your luxury holiday package in France. As a luxury traveler, you will choose among only the best experiences available to you on this day of your exclusive road trip vacation in Paris.

It’s now time to get back on the road and continue to the next destination of your day, the city of Chessy.

Today you’ll check in at one of the most exclusive hotels in the city of Auxerre. Luxury hotels in Auxerre offer fantastic facilities and wonderful rooms. In combination with staff that is generous with both their time and recommendations, you’re guaranteed a pleasant

Stay in Auxerre.

Depending on your plans for tomorrow, you might want to head back to your hotel for some relaxation. If not, this is your chance to take the temperature of Auxerre's nightlife.

Often recommended by locals, this bar is an excellent place to check out tonight.

Celebrate another great day of your luxury holiday in France with a toast! Enjoy a good night’s sleep at your lovely hotel and get ready for another fun day to come.

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Day 5 – Auxerre, Vézelay, and Moutiers-en-Puisaye

Day 5

Day 5 – Auxerre, Vézelay, and Moutiers-en-Puisaye

  • Auxerre
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Drive 161 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Vézelay Abbey
  • The house of Colette
  • Guédelon Castle
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On day 5 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Auxerre. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Auxerre. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic The house of Colette. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 405 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Guédelon Castle. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,277 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the city.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Auxerre has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

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Day 6 – Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon

Day 6

Day 6 – Caluire-et-Cuire and Lyon

  • Lyon
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Drive 347 km, 4 hours

  • Royal Monastery of Brou
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
  • Porte des Enfants du Rhône
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On day 6 of your luxury holiday in France, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Caluire-et-Cuire and the city of Bourg-en-Bresse. You’ll stay in Lyon for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 50,621 visitors.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Porte des Enfants du Rhône. This park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,967 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Caluire-et-Cuire is another excellent way to spend your luxury holiday in France. The best tours in this destination will take you on a discovery of some of France’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

It’s now time to hit the road again and travel to your next destination, the city of Bourg-en-Bresse.

Make your way to the incredible royal monastery of Brou in Bourg-en-Bresse for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a secularized monastery and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,801 visitors. Each year, royal monastery of Brou is visited by more than 55,949 travelers.

For the night, you’ll have the choice of the best luxury hotels and places to stay in the city of Lyon.

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in France, we recommend you try Bouchon Tupin, one of the best restaurants in Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the top restaurants in the city. L'Institut Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Lyon is Flair Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

After dinner, you can enjoy some downtime at your hotel or head out to a bar for a couple of drinks.

If you’re not yet ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated L Bar food & drink. This bar is considered one of the best in Lyon and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Black Forest Society. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Alternatively, go to Kaffee Berlin. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Lyon and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 2,079 reviews.

Go over your photos from the day, raise a toast, and rest your tired legs. A new adventurous day of your luxury road trip in France awaits!

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Day 7 – Lyon and Besancon

Day 7

Day 7 – Lyon and Besancon

  • Lyon
  • Besançon
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Drive 259 km, 3 hours 12 min

  • Place Bellecour
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Musée Cinéma et Miniature
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
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On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Lyon and the city of Besancon. You’ll stay in Besancon for 1 night.

Your day starts in Lyon. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Place Bellecour your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this square and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Lyon Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,228 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this catholic cathedral and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Musée Miniature et Cinéma. This museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,540 visitors.

When you’re finished at the minor basilica, the perfect next stop is the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This spectacular minor basilica and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 25,765 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Lyon by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Lyon today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Besancon, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Café des Félins, one of the best restaurants in Besancon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 671 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Les Tables d'antan as one of their top choices in the city. Les Tables d'antan is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 756 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Besancon is La Clocherade. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 566 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

BUFFALO GRILL BESANCON (Chateaufarine) is one of the best bars you can visit in Besancon tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,896 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like L'Alsacien Besançon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,828 customers.

Alternatively, try Le 1802. Le 1802 is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 854 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 8 – Colmar, Munster, and Strasbourg

Day 8

Day 8 – Colmar, Munster, and Strasbourg

  • Strasbourg
  • Trois-Épis
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Drive 277 km, 3 hours 55 min

  • Parc naturel régional des Ballons des Vosges
  • Unterlinden Museum
  • Parc du Champ de Mars
  • Petite Venise in Colmar
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On day 8 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Colmar and the city of Strasbourg. You’ll stay in Strasbourg for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Colmar. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Unterlinden Museum your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,409 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this art museum and attraction before you head there. More than 294,000 people visit this attraction every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Parc du Champ de Mars. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,547 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this park and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Petite Venise in Colmar. This neighborhood has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 39,311 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Colmar by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Colmar today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Strasbourg, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Au Crocodile, one of the best restaurants in Strasbourg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 770 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend La Fignette as one of their top choices in the city. La Fignette is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,684 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Strasbourg is Restaurant Gurtlerhoft. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,531 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Cathedral Beer Academy is one of the best bars you can visit in Strasbourg tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,358 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Les BerThoM Strasbourg. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,862 customers.

Alternatively, try Le Grincheux. Le Grincheux is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,261 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 9 – Strasbourg

Day 9

Day 9 – Strasbourg

  • Strasbourg
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Drive 8 km, 1 hour 3 min

  • Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
  • Barrage Vauban
  • Place Kléber
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg
  • Parc de l'Orangerie
  • More

On day 9 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Strasbourg. You still have 1 night left in the city. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in Strasbourg. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the city.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. This attraction is an art museum and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,634 visitors. Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art attracts around 150,000 visitors every year.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Barrage Vauban. This attraction is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,371 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular place Kléber square, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Cathedral of Our Lady of Strasbourg is another stop you can visit today in Strasbourg. This catholic cathedral is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,268 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

If you want to experience even more of Strasbourg, then consider a visit to the incredible Parc de l'Orangerie. Parc de l'Orangerie is a park and popular attraction most travelers enjoy. More than 15,139 people have rated this attraction an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Strasbourg has multiple restaurants that offer fantastic dining experiences you’ll appreciate after a long day of sightseeing.

If you’re curious about the best restaurant in Strasbourg, make sure to check out La Hache. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,976 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is La Cloche à Fromage RESTAURANT. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,637 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Strasbourg before is Au Vieux Strasbourg. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,999 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, check out some of the bars in the area and experience the local nightlife.

Jeannette and the Cycleux is one of the best bars in Strasbourg and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,283 customers.

You may also want to check out Code Bar. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Code Bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 846 customers.

Alternatively, head out to The Key Bar - Krutenau. The Key Bar - Krutenau has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,077 customers and is a top choice among travelers as well as locals.

Reminisce about your day, look through photos, and prepare for another great day to come! Your luxury holiday in France has plenty more in store for you.

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Day 10 – Reims

Day 10

Day 10 – Reims

  • Metz
  • Reims
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Drive 354 km, 3 hours 58 min

  • Metz Cathedral
  • Museum of La Cour d'Or
  • Germans' Gate
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On day 10 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Metz and the city of Reims. You’ll stay in Reims for 1 night.

Your day starts in Metz. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Metz Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,783 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this catholic cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Museum of La Cour d'Or. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,301 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this museum and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Germans' Gate. This city gate has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,520 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Metz by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Metz today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Reims, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L’Édito, one of the best restaurants in Reims. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,138 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Le Tablier Reims as one of their top choices in the city. Le Tablier Reims is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,407 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Reims is Harold Le Restaurant. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,069 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Dropkick bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Reims tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 738 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Au Fût et à mesure. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 532 customers.

Alternatively, try BiBoViNo. BiBoViNo is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 116 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 11 – Paris

Day 11

Day 11 – Paris

  • Reims
  • Paris
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Drive 183 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Reims Cathedral
  • Place Drouet-d’Erlon
  • Square de la Patte d'Oie
  • Parc de Champagne
  • Lighthouse Verzenay in Champagne - Museum of the Vine
  • More

On day 11 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Reims and the city of Paris. You’ll stay in Paris for 1 night.

Your day starts in Reims. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Reims Cathedral your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,030 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this catholic cathedral and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible place Drouet-d’Erlon. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,651 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this square and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Jardin de la Patte d'oie. This park has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,261 visitors.

When you’re finished at the park, the perfect next stop is the popular Parc de Champagne. This spectacular park and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,001 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Lighthouse Verzenay in Champagne - Museum of the Vine. This museum is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,247 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Reims by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in France to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in France. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Reims today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Paris, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Saint James Paris, one of the best restaurants in Paris. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Experimental Cocktail Club is one of the best bars you can visit in Paris tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like The Highlander. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,285 customers.

Alternatively, try Café de Paris V. Café de Paris V is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in France! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 12 – Paris - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Paris - departure day

  • Paris - Departure day
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  • Pont Neuf
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Today is the last day of your 12-day luxury holiday in France and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Paris before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in France by heading out to the stunning Pont Neuf. This extraordinary stone bridge and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 17,537 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Paris.

Don’t end your vacation hungry.

You will then say farewell to Paris and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in France in your luggage!

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