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| Type of tour: | Self-guided |
| Level: | Leisurely |
| Duration: | 6 Nights |
| Distance: | 31 Miles/day average |
| Dates: | Self-guided: On request (except Sunday): Mar 1- Oct 31, 2012 and 2013. |
| Tour price: | €1032 |
| Start city: | Bordeaux, France |
| End city: | Bordeaux, France |
Bordeaux is known all over the world thanks to its famous vineyards. Such a famous region is a logical starting point for your cycling trip, with its rich cultural and historical sights.
Enjoy the sweet atmosphere as you follow an itinerary which will guide you from the 'Entre deux mers' area to the land of 'Haut Médoc'.
Smell the delicate and fruity fragrances diffused from the famous wine properties, and dream about the glorious and turbulent past of these old properties that you will cycle past!
Learn more about self-guided tours.
Bordeaux is known all over the world thanks to its famous vineyards. Such a famous region is a logical starting point for your cycling trip, with its rich cultural and historical sights.
Enjoy the sweet atmosphere as you follow an itinerary which will guide you from the 'Entre deux mers' area to the land of 'Haut Médoc'.
Smell the delicate and fruity fragrances diffused from the famous wine properties, and dream about the glorious and turbulent past of these old properties that you will cycle past!
Learn more about self-guided tours.
Day 1: Arrival in Bordeaux
From your hotel ideally located, spend the evening discovering Bordeaux, with its numerous green and flowered open spaces, its exceptional heritage, and the quality of life naturally definted by gastronomic pleasures and nocturnal parties.
Overnight in Bordeaux.
Day 2: Bordeaux - Cadillac (32 miles/52 km)
Proud of its new transport facilities, Bordeaux has given a large access to bikes! By this way, you easily leave the town centre to ride on an original and rustic cycling path which will lead you to Créon, a typical fortified village of this area. You then continue through the vineyards of Cadillac until the surrounding wall of the village.
Overnight in Cadillac.
Day 3: Excursion to Sauterne vineyards (24 miles/38 km)
Today you have a loop tour to Sauterne vineyards. After a ride between forest and vineyards, the Chateau Yquem will appear and invite you to discover another taste: a honey flavour for a sweet white wine highly appreciated by wine’s lover! From the deep cellars to the small routes between vineyards, ride on the path of a soil renown throughout the entire world. En route you will have the opportunity to stop at the Toulouse Lautrec resting place before returning to Cadillac via Loupiac.
Overnight in Cadillac.
Day 4: Cadillac – St Emilion (31 miles/50 km)
This stage will allow you to ride through the heart of 'Entre-deux Mer' vineyards, from the Garonne to the Dordogne River. You will have the opportunity to visit the charming village of Rauzan, overlooked by its dignified medieval chateau, before reaching the prestigious village of Saint-Emilion, one of the richest village in historical testimonies.
Overnight in St. Emillon.
Day 5: St Emilion - Blaye (38 miles/62 km)
You leave the city symbol of the greatest vintage wines to ride along Bordeaux vineyards and the soil 'Bordeaux Supérieur', before continuing on Côtes de Blaye AOC vineyards. Blaye is also known for its citadel overlooking the Gironde River, a dignified and magnificent structure, built by Vauban during the 17th century and has been classified as historical testimony.
Overnight in Blaye.
Day 6: Blaye - Bordeaux (31 miles/50 km)
Today you can take a marine breath! You start today's ride by crossing the Gironde River by boat to reach Lamarque and its Médoc vineyards. For the most courageous and for the vintage wine's lover, an escapade towards Pauillac is a must! Then, for a wonderful finish, stop at the prestigious Château Margaux before returning to Bordeaux.
Overnight in Bordeaux.
Day 7: Departure
Individual departure from Bordeaux.
On request (except Sunday): Mar 1- Oct 31, 2012 and 2013.
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These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
Day 1: Hotel Continental, Bordeaux
www.hotel-le-continental.com
Hotel Continental is uniquely located in the heart of Bordeaux in a semi-pedestrian street lined with shops on the way to the Place des Grands Hommes.
Day 2 and 3: Chateau de La Tour, Cadillac-Berguey
www.hotel-restaurant-chateaudelatour.com
Chateau de La Tour is situated in a lovely park and garden featuring a wonderful hotel restaurant.
Day 4: Le Palais Cardinal, St. Emilion
www.palais-cardinal.com
Palais Cardinal Hotel is located in the old part of the medieval village of St. Emilion.
Day 5: Hotel La Citadelle, Blaye
www.hotellacitadelle.com
Hotel La Citadelle is a beautiful estabe overlooking the river with a great restaurant that features modern and rich South-west style cuisine.
Day 6: Hotel Continental, Bordeaux
www.hotel-le-continental.com
The hotel is located in the heart of Bordeaux, near shops and other sites. The rooms are decorated in warm tones and traditional accents.
Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.
These are sample hotels and may vary based on availability.
Day 1: Hotel Continental, Bordeaux
www.hotel-le-continental.com
Hotel Continental is uniquely located in the heart of Bordeaux in a semi-pedestrian street lined with shops on the way to the Place des Grands Hommes.
Day 2 and 3: Chateau de La Tour, Cadillac-Berguey
www.hotel-restaurant-chateaudelatour.com
Chateau de La Tour is situated in a lovely park and garden featuring a wonderful hotel restaurant.
Day 4: Le Palais Cardinal, St. Emilion
www.palais-cardinal.com
Palais Cardinal Hotel is located in the old part of the medieval village of St. Emilion.
Day 5: Hotel La Citadelle, Blaye
www.hotellacitadelle.com
Hotel La Citadelle is a beautiful estabe overlooking the river with a great restaurant that features modern and rich South-west style cuisine.
Day 6: Hotel Continental, Bordeaux
www.hotel-le-continental.com
The hotel is located in the heart of Bordeaux, near shops and other sites. The rooms are decorated in warm tones and traditional accents.
Interested in visiting other areas before or after your tour? Visit our hotels page to learn more about lodging options.
The bikes available are 21-speed men's or ladies bike. They are equipped with two saddlebags, a high visibility jacket, an anti-theft device, a map holder and a repair kit. A cycling specialist will help you adjust your bike upon arrival.
The bikes available are 21-speed men's or ladies bike. They are equipped with two saddlebags, a high visibility jacket, an anti-theft device, a map holder and a repair kit. A cycling specialist will help you adjust your bike upon arrival.
The terrain on the tour consists of some rolling hills. It is rated Leisurely and is for cyclists in average physical condition.
The terrain on the tour consists of some rolling hills. It is rated Leisurely and is for cyclists in average physical condition.
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Paris, France
Nearest train station: Bordeaux, France
Tips on getting to and from your tour
Tour start and end
Nearest airport: Paris, France
Nearest train station: Bordeaux, France
Tips on getting to and from your tour
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Weather Underground offers information on average and record temperatures at many destinations throughout the globe. Type a destination in the search box and enter a travel date range to learn about seasonal weather patterns.
Get weather information.
Loire Valley Travel has been organising cycling and walking tour packages in a large number of French regions and making its exclusive skills available to you for more than 20 years.
From 3 days to two weeks, our fully inclusive tours and trips allow you to take advantage of our France’s most beautiful regions on cycling tours . You are free to program the visits of sites as you please. Programs adapted to your own rhythm !
With experience and detailed local knowledge, our team ensures your comfort by selecting the best private hotels, where you will be constantly reminded that you are in a region where well-being and living well are key concepts!
When you book one of our tours, you can be sure of the tranquillity of an organised holiday planned down to the last detail before you leave (hotel reservations, luggage transfers, detailed itinerary and maps). Once you arrive, you have all the time you want to complete each day’s itinerary in total freedom and at your own pace, stopping where you like - you can choose from among the various sites suggested along your route depending on your interests (culture, cuisine, vineyards etc.).
Loire Valley Travel has been organising cycling and walking tour packages in a large number of French regions and making its exclusive skills available to you for more than 20 years.
From 3 days to two weeks, our fully inclusive tours and trips allow you to take advantage of our France’s most beautiful regions on cycling tours . You are free to program the visits of sites as you please. Programs adapted to your own rhythm !
With experience and detailed local knowledge, our team ensures your comfort by selecting the best private hotels, where you will be constantly reminded that you are in a region where well-being and living well are key concepts!
When you book one of our tours, you can be sure of the tranquillity of an organised holiday planned down to the last detail before you leave (hotel reservations, luggage transfers, detailed itinerary and maps). Once you arrive, you have all the time you want to complete each day’s itinerary in total freedom and at your own pace, stopping where you like - you can choose from among the various sites suggested along your route depending on your interests (culture, cuisine, vineyards etc.).
Any change to a confirmed booking will give rise to extra cost of: 39 euros per person.
For cancellation of a booking more than 30 days before the departure date, expenses will be payable on the following basis:
And for cancellations of a booking
The insurance costs are not refunded in case of cancellation of the trip.
CHILDREN REDUCTIONS
Any change to a confirmed booking will give rise to extra cost of: 39 euros per person.
For cancellation of a booking more than 30 days before the departure date, expenses will be payable on the following basis:
And for cancellations of a booking
The insurance costs are not refunded in case of cancellation of the trip.
CHILDREN REDUCTIONS
