7 days tour

Cycling The Dordogne, France

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Cycling The Dordogne, France

This tour includes:

Guide

At least one guide will take you for the tour

Meals

1 meal per day

Accommodation

3 star accommodation 1 meal per day Fully guided

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Itinerary of your trip Cycling The Dordogne, France

  • Day 1 Day 1: Bordeaux To Soulac-Sur-Mer
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Bordeaux To Soulac-Sur-Mer

      After a night in the picturesque city of Bordeaux, we take a morning train to the town of Lesparre-Mรฉdoc. From Lesparre-Mรฉdoc we venture north up through this areas famous wine country (passing many beautiful wineries along the way) towards our destination for the night. We end the day in the oceanside town of Soulac-sur-Mer for a taste of some real local seafood, caught fresh that day, whilst sitting back and watching the sunset! 

  • Day 2 Day 2: Soulac-Sur-Mer To Paulliac
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Soulac-Sur-Mer To Paulliac

      We start off the day following the stunning Atlantic Coast, taking in the vast and expansive west coast beaches. This is a relatively flat day to start with along the coastline. There are opportunities to take small breaks at various stages throughout the day and we will make the most of the beaches stopping for lunch on the beach where you can take a swim if you wish. Following lunch we head inland back to wine country and into Paulliac before heading back to Bordeaux to stay for the night. This is a real mix of a day experiencing seaside towns and the inland wineries of the region. The day will be topped off by sampling some of the local food and world famous Bordeaux wine!  

  • Day 3 Day 3: Bergerac To Limeuil
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Bergerac To Limeuil

      The day starts by taking the direct train to the renaissance town of Bergerac, with itโ€™s charming alleys and half-timbered houses. Here we will stop for the night and enjoy this town of immense Art and History. We take a beautiful greenway along the Dordogne River to leave Bergerac where the journey starts to drift into the very picturesque sections of the river, here you really get to experience some of the beautiful and tranquil riverside villages that make the Dordogne so famous. We wind along the river taking in the sights and sounds and continue along the Vรฉzรจre Valley known as the โ€œVallรฉe de lโ€™Homme (Manโ€™s Valley), with its many prehistoric sites listed as UNESECO World Heritage Sites. Eventually settling in the medieval village of Limeuil, listed among the most beautiful villages of France, with its stone houses and brown tile roofs typical of the Pรฉrigord Noir. Its a charming and refreshing stop for the night.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Limeuil To Vitrac
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Limeuil To Vitrac

      Joining the river again on this very scenic day we ride through villages such as La Roque Gageac - Arguably one of Franceโ€™s most beautiful and quaint villages. Itโ€™s in a stunning position with little to suggest that much has changed there in the last 300 years, La Roque-Gageac is truly the perfect picture postcard village and definite highlight of the day. We visit Chateau Milliard, a grand century Chateau and end of the day in Vitrac.  

  • Day 5 Day 5: Vitrac To Domme + Canoe And Relax
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Vitrac To Domme + Canoe And Relax

      This is a relaxing day where you have the option to canoe down the Dordogne River, gaining a different perspective on the water as opposed to from the banks. In the late afternoon, following the canoe itโ€™s a very short and relaxing day on the bike, as we complete a short climb from Vitrac to the hillside town of Domme . There are lovely views here as it occupies a splendid position high above the Dordogne river. The village is ideallic and the views are a bonus as is the cave system that sits right underneath the main square. Itโ€™s a beautiful place to relax whilst watching the sun set. 

  • Day 6 Day 6: Vitrac To Sarlat-La-Canรฉda
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Vitrac To Sarlat-La-Canรฉda

      Today is a circular style ride starting in Vitrac and ending in the neighbouring town of Sarlat. We follow the beautiful Voie Verte (french for greenway route) - this is a lovely, protected route, with the path often cutting through the valley below ground level along a shady embankment. As we head further north we explore the stunning  Chรขtau du Puymartin and Eyrignac Gardens, which are listed as historic. These gardens are a green masterpiece of fauna and sculptures over an area of 200 hectares. We end up in the town of Sarlat, labelled as the city of Art and History. This is where we bed down for the night and sample a meal in one of the renowned local restaurants. 

  • Day 7 Day 7: Sarlat-La-Canรฉda To Bordeaux
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Sarlat-La-Canรฉda To Bordeaux

      After breakfast in Sarlet we board the train back to Bordeaux where you can relax and reflect on the 2 and a half hour journey. Once in Bordeaux we will explore the city by bike, riding along the quayside, which is well-known as one of the most magnificent waterfronts in the world. Bordeaux was awarded UNESECO World Heritage status in 2007 for its 18th century facades and buildings. We will peruse the streets for the day and enjoy the scrumptious local treats the city has to offer.  

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 75

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