27 Activities
French Gems and Coastal Treasures on the Road to the Côte d’Azur From Calais
Starts from
Calais
Transportation
Electric Car
CO2 Savings
459 lb
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
27
Duration
3 days
Length
862 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Calais
Transportation
Electric Car
CO2 Savings
459 lb
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
3 days
Length
862 mi
Hannah Henderson
Travel Expert
- Enjoy exceptional dining at the two-Michelin-starred Restaurant Paul Bocuse, founded by the eponymous legendary chef, dubbed 'the pope of gastronomy'.
- Savour Bourgogne-style wines in Dijon.
- Swim in a turquoise Calanque along the Côte d'Azur.
On your journey to the Mediterranean, you'll traverse France via some lesser-explored parts of the Picardy and Champagne regions. The town of Laon offers the only elevated views in the otherwise flat landscape of Champagne grates. Explore the historic towns of Beaune and Montélimar, where you can admire medieval architecture and discover an impressive collection of fighter aircraft. As you reach the Mediterranean, you'll experience the breadth of what this southern coastline has to offer. From rocky peninsulas to azure-coloured waters, secret views and luxury destinations await you in Antibes and along the Côte d'Azur.
The itinerary includes charging stations along the route for those travelling in electric vehicles. You can follow the recommendations or charge at stations of your choice. Make sure to fully charge your car before embarking on a road trip.
🔋 Show this route without EV chargers 🛣️ Explore the outbound route
🔋 Show this route without EV chargers 🛣️ Explore the outbound route
On your journey to the Mediterranean, you'll traverse France via some lesser-explored parts of the Picardy and Champagne regions. The town of Laon offers the only elevated views in the otherwise flat landscape of Champagne grates. Explore the historic towns of Beaune and Montélimar, where you can admire medieval architecture and discover an impressive collection of fighter aircraft. As you reach the Mediterranean, you'll experience the breadth of what this southern coastline has to offer. From rocky peninsulas to azure-coloured waters, secret views and luxury destinations await you in Antibes and along the Côte d'Azur.
The itinerary includes charging stations along the route for those travelling in electric vehicles. You can follow the recommendations or charge at stations of your choice. Make sure to fully charge your car before embarking on a road trip.
🔋 Show this route without EV chargers 🛣️ Explore the outbound route
🔋 Show this route without EV chargers 🛣️ Explore the outbound route
Hannah Henderson
Travel Expert
- Enjoy exceptional dining at the two-Michelin-starred Restaurant Paul Bocuse, founded by the eponymous legendary chef, dubbed 'the pope of gastronomy'.
- Savour Bourgogne-style wines in Dijon.
- Swim in a turquoise Calanque along the Côte d'Azur.
Travel itinerary
9 Activities
Day 1
369 mi1 mi
Calais to Dijon: Explore the History of Wine-Adjacent Cities and Towns
Take in the lesser-visited and often underrated towns near big wine-producing centres of both Champagne and Burgundy on day one of this road trip. Laon will offer you spectacular views from its ramparts over the vine-covered plains of Champagne. And Dijon, your overnight stop, will show you that it's more than just mustard. Enjoy Michelin-starred restaurants, epic wine lists, and travel halfway down France towards your holiday destination of the Côte d'Azur.
6 Activities
Day 2
331 mi
History and Heritage on Your Road to the Mediterranean
Day two is your history day. Stop in the medieval town of Beaune to admire the Hospice de Beaune, both the architecture and art within. Follow this with lunch and an exploration of military aircraft in Montélimar. By dinner time, you'll have reached the vibrant and characterful city of Marseille, where seafood and pastis are plentiful.
12 Activities
Day 3
162 mi0.6 mi8 mi
Cruise Along the Calanques and Take in the Côte d’Azur Views
Day three of your trip is all about nature and sea views. From the coastal Calanque cliffs and inlets near Marseille, to the hills above the coastline, where sleepy villages protect stunning views. Take a swim or paddle before arriving at your final destination of Antibes. Luxury yachts dot the harbour, and ancient ramparts provide interest for afternoon wanders. Don't miss a night out in neighbouring Juan-les-Pins.