This page covers the most useful French vocabulary for expressing and managing travel plans. You will find words and phrases for organizing your trip, making reservations, and discussing your itinerary.
Planning
Planning your travel means deciding where to go, when to leave, and what to bring. These French words help you talk about making plans and getting ready for your trip.
| French | English |
|---|---|
| organiser | to organize |
| planifier | to plan |
| prévoir | to anticipate |
| décider | to decide |
| choisir | to choose |
| préparer | to prepare |
| réserver | to book |
| confirmer | to confirm |
| annuler | to cancel |
| modifier | to change |
to decide
décider
The French verb for 'to decide' is 'décider'. 'Choisir' means 'to choose', 'organiser' means 'to organize', and 'prévoir' means 'to anticipate'.
Booking
When you book a trip, you arrange for transportation, accommodation, and activities. These French terms are useful for making reservations and asking for information.
| French | English |
|---|---|
| réserver | to book |
| réserver en ligne | to book online |
| faire une réservation | to make a reservation |
| billet | ticket |
| confirmation | confirmation |
| annulation | cancellation |
| paiement | payment |
| carte de crédit | credit card |
| agence de voyage | travel agency |
| numéro de réservation | reservation number |
confirmation
confirmation
'Confirmation' means 'confirmation'. 'Annulation' is 'cancellation', 'réservation' is 'reservation', and 'paiement' is 'payment'.
travel agency
agence de voyage
'Agence de voyage' means 'travel agency'. 'Aéroport' is 'airport', 'gare' is 'train station', and 'office du tourisme' is 'tourist office'.
Accommodation
Finding a place to stay is a key part of travel. These French words cover different types of lodging and common phrases used when booking or checking in.
| French | English |
|---|---|
| hôtel | hotel |
| auberge | inn/hostel |
| chambre | room |
| réservation | reservation |
| réception | reception |
| clé | key |
| lit | bed |
| petit-déjeuner | breakfast |
| séjour | stay |
| sortir | to check out |
Transportation
Getting around requires knowing the right vocabulary for buses, trains, taxis, and more. These French words will help you navigate local transportation options.
| French | English |
|---|---|
| avion | airplane |
| train | train |
| bus | bus |
| taxi | taxi |
| métro | subway |
| gare | train station |
| aéroport | airport |
| billet | ticket |
| départ | departure |
| arrivée | arrival |
Itinerary
An itinerary is a detailed plan of your trip’s activities. These French words are useful for describing your schedule and talking about what you will do each day.
| French | English |
|---|---|
| itinéraire | itinerary |
| jour | day |
| matin | morning |
| après-midi | afternoon |
| soir | evening |
| activité | activity |
| visite | visit |
| rendez-vous | appointment |
| guide | guide |
| réserver | to book |
guide
guide
'Guide' means 'guide'. 'Guidon' is 'handlebar', 'guide touristique' means 'tour guide', and 'conducteur' is 'driver'.
Common Phrases
These common French phrases are used when discussing travel plans. They will help you communicate more naturally and confidently.
| French | English |
|---|---|
| Où allez-vous ? | Where are you going? |
| Quand partez-vous ? | When are you leaving? |
| Combien de temps restez-vous ? | How long are you staying? |
| Avez-vous réservé ? | Have you booked? |
| Je voudrais réserver une chambre. | I would like to book a room. |
| À quelle heure est le départ ? | What time is the departure? |
| Puis-je avoir le numéro de réservation ? | May I have the reservation number? |
| Est-ce que le petit-déjeuner est inclus ? | Is breakfast included? |
| Où se trouve la gare ? | Where is the train station? |
| Je change mes plans. | I am changing my plans. |
Summary
You’ve learned key French words for every stage of travel planning, from organizing your itinerary to booking accommodations and transportation. These vocabulary lists will help you navigate your trip with confidence.
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- English: to organize
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
