France Cycling Tours & Packages Tours & Trips

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• Cycle in Provence through hilltop villages, Alpine foothills and Roman heritage
• Explore Avignon and its Papal history and cultural richness
• Wander the streets of Van Gogh's town of St-Remy-de-Provence

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• Cycle along the Loire River, passing by classic quaint villages and the verdant countryside in the north west of France.
• You haven’t seen chateaux until you’ve seen the ones in France. Marvel at the Chateau de Chenonceau, which spans the banks of the Cher River, and the acclaimed Chateau de Villandry, among others.
• Discover the Loire's charm on a river cruise and toast the moment with a glass of exquisite local wine.
• Consider the option of visiting a chateau turned museum, showcasing Leonardo da Vinci’s designs and how he spent his final years of life in the nearby town of Amboise.
• Explore the vineyards of Vouvray, near Villandry, for an optional tasting, and discover why this region is known for its aged chenin blanc wines.

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• Discover the Loire Valley highlights by bike, including picturesque châteaux and vineyards
• Cycle scenic sections of the Loire à Vélo, ranked among the most beautiful routes in France
• Explore Leonardo da Vinci’s final home, Château du Clos Lucé
• Learn the essentials of wine tasting on a sommelier-led session in Amboise
• Marvel at magnificent French castles, including Chambord, Chenonceau and Rivau

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• Cycle through the same landscapes that inspired some of Vincent van Gogh's greatest masterpieces, like ‘Irises’ and the iconic ‘Starry Night’.
• Pass by fragrant fields on the way to the spectacular three-tiered city of Pont du Gard – this Roman aqueduct is a UNESCO World Heritage site and if it’s quiet, you’ll even get to ride the bridge!
• Search for wild white horses outside Camargue as you cycle to the Mediterranean Sea. The lakes of Camargue are also a bird spotters paradise, home to more than 400 species of birds.
• Encounter rich Roman history and architecture in the historic towns of Arles and Orange. You’ll see Van Gogh’s Cafe Terrace, the UNESCO World Heritage listed Roman Amphitheatre and one of the best-preserved Roman theatres in Europe.
• Stop in at famous vineyards outside Avignon and savour the delicious, regional French wines of the area. You deserve a reward after days of riding, don’t you?

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• Cycle from Bastia to Calvi on the first leg of Corsica's new GT20 cycle route
• Discover historic citadels, quaint villages and breath-taking mountain views
• Powder-white beaches and crystal-clear waters framed by windswept cliffs

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• A ride through the most prestigious vineyards of Bordeaux
• Numerous opportunities of wine tasting in prestigious wine estate
• Explore the medieval town of St Emilion listed as World Heritage by UNESCO

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• Three activities in one holiday: two days canoeing with a choice of walking or cycling for the remaining days
• Impressive chateaux, troglodyte cave dwellings, Rocamadour, Grottes de Lacave and Gouffre de Padirac
• Dramatic river valleys, pinky-gold cliffs and mediaeval villages
• Friendly, family-run hotels, all with pools and fine food

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• A lavender-scented patchwork of sun drenched vineyards, olive groves and apple orchards
• Mediaeval perched villages: Gordes and Bonnieux, with spectacular views across the Luberon
• Quiet country lanes and cycle paths; beautiful Provencal countryside and sleepy hamlets
• Great lunch options; chateaux and wine estates all too happy to provide tastings
• A variety of hotels, each with a swimming pool