Luxury One-Week France Road Trip from Nice to Nimes, Carcassonne, and Marseille

Your luxury holiday in France begins as soon as you reach the city of Nice. 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 Nice - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Nice.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic Albert I Garden. This urban park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Nice, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 9,739 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Nice. 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 Nice.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Les Amoureux. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,622 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Nice.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Chez Acchiardo. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,467 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Les Sens is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Nice, and has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 920 customers.

As your day in Nice 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 Wayne's Bar. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,557 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at La Shounga, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars among 1,693 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Les Distilleries Idéales. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,572 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 8-day luxury vacation in France and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

On day 2 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the city of Nice. 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 Nice. 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 Castle Hill. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,646 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,225 visitors.

If you, like many others, have been feeling curious about the spectacular Parc Phœnix tram stop, then you should definitely take the opportunity to visit this attraction today.

The outstanding Mercantour National Park is another stop you can visit today in Nice. This park is a highly recommended attraction in the city. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,215 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy of a visit.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily Nice 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 Nice, make sure to check out Le Galet. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,632 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the city is Peixes. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,157 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed Nice before is Le Frog. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 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.

Riviera & Tours is one of the best bars in Nice and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 820 customers.

You may also want to check out Le Vingt4. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Le Vingt4 is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 453 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Ma Nolan's Irish Pub. Ma Nolan's Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,215 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.

On day 3 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Les Baux-de-Provence and the city of Nimes. You’ll stay in Nimes for 2 nights.

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

Make the amazing Château des Baux-de-Provence your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 13,346 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this top-tier point of interest and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Carrières des Lumières. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 22,791 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction.

Make the most of your day in Les Baux-de-Provence 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 Les Baux-de-Provence today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Bird, one of the best restaurants in Nimes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Skab as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant Skab is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 591 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Nimes is Le Dé-K-Lé Bistrot Gourmand. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,576 customers.

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

O’Flaherty’s is one of the best bars you can visit in Nimes tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,377 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Restaurant Au Flan Coco Nimes. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 993 customers.

Alternatively, try Le Questel. Le Questel is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 575 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.

On day 4 of your exciting luxury holiday across France you will continue exploring the hamlet of La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard. You still have 1 night left in the hamlet. Enjoy your break from the road and spend this day sightseeing and eating at some of the best restaurants in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions in the hamlet.

Start your sightseeing of the day with a visit to the fantastic Pont du Gard Museum. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,292 visitors.

Next up on your agenda, you’ll find the extraordinary Pont du Gard. This attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,439 visitors.

This is a highly recommended attraction in the hamlet.

Exploring new places makes you hungry. Luckily La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard 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 La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard, make sure to check out La Locanda Comptoir italien. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,356 customers.

Alternatively, another top-rated restaurant in the hamlet is Pinocchio. This one-of-a-kind restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,253 customers.

A common recommendation among luxury travelers who have vacationed La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard before is Amorino Gelato - Nîmes. This restaurant has a popular menu, deserving of an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 681 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.

La bonne mousse is one of the best bars in La Bégude de Vers-Pont-du-Gard and the perfect place for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 428 customers.

You may also want to check out Barjoe Nîmes. Equally popular, this bar offers a great drink list and a nice atmosphere for your celebrations. Barjoe Nîmes is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,311 customers.

Alternatively, head out to Bar Le Victor Hugo. Bar Le Victor Hugo has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,137 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.

On day 5 of your luxury holiday in France, wonderful attractions await. Today you have the opportunity to discover two places in one day, the city of Nimes and the city of Carcassonne. You’ll stay in Carcassonne for 1 night.

Begin your adventures of the day with a visit to the outstanding Musée de la Romanité. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,534 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, it’s estimated that up to 25,271 people visit Musée de la Romanité every year.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Jardin de La Fontaine. This park and travel destination has received an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 15,878 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Nimes 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 Carcassonne.

Make your way to the incredible Basilique Saint Nazaire in Carcassonne for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,146 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination you’ll want to pay a visit in Carcassonne is the outstanding Château Comtal. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,823 visitors, this remarkable castle and attraction definitely deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists in France.

We also recommend a visit to the popular Cité de Carcassonne. This attraction, a stunning fortress, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 76,968 travelers.

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

After a long day of experiencing some of the most fantastic attractions and sights in France, we recommend you try Restaurant La Marquière, one of the best restaurants in Carcassonne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

If you’re keen on trying something else, locals also recommend Brasserie a 4 Temps as one of the top restaurants in the city. Brasserie a 4 Temps is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,551 customers.

Another of the most recommended restaurants in Carcassonne is Adélaïde. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,584 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 Comte Roger. This bar is considered one of the best in Carcassonne and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,143 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Celt. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,000 customers.

Alternatively, go to La Métairie. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars by locals in Carcassonne and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 756 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!

On day 6 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Montpellier and the city of Marseille. You’ll stay in Marseille for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Arc de Triomphe your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,323 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Comedy Square. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 11,883 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 esplanade Charles de Gaulle. This square has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,915 visitors.

When you’re finished at the aquarium, the perfect next stop is the popular Planet Ocean World. This spectacular aquarium and attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 8,786 reviews.

Make the most of your day in Montpellier 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 Montpellier today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Épuisette, one of the best restaurants in Marseille. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 830 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Twist Avenue as one of their top choices in the city. Twist Avenue is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 618 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Marseille is Coogee. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 533 customers.

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

Bistrot l’Horloge is one of the best bars you can visit in Marseille tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,794 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like O'Malley. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,796 customers.

Alternatively, try La Caravelle. La Caravelle is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,587 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.

On day 7 of your luxury road trip holiday in France you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the neighborhood of Monte Carlo and the city of Nice. You’ll stay in Nice for 1 night.

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

Make the amazing Monte Carlo Casino your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,883 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this architectural structure and attraction before you head there.

Make the most of your day in Monte Carlo 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 Monte Carlo today.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'antica, one of the best restaurants in Nice. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 863 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Comptoir du Marché as one of their top choices in the city. Comptoir du Marché is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 658 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Nice is le kawa. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 552 customers.

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

Waka Bar is one of the best bars you can visit in Nice tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,333 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Ma Nolan's Irish Pub, Nice Port. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,847 customers.

Alternatively, try Z Restaurant Tapas. Z Restaurant Tapas is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 896 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.

Today is the last day of your 8-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 Nice 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 Promenade du Paillon. This extraordinary greenway and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,770 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Nice.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Nice, check out the menu at Restaurant Le Lunel. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is La Langouste. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 606 customers.

If you prefer something slightly different, try Caffè Vergnano 1882. This restaurant will not let you walk out hungry. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 792 customers, it is truly one of the best in the city.

You will then say farewell to Nice 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!