Best cycling Italy
Posted: 16/09/20
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Heading to your destination by car has a number of benefits. Make the journey to your destination part of the holiday - head down beautiful winding country roads, explore areas that you would have never otherwise seen or break up the journey by stopping off overnight en route.
Forget luggage limits and navigating busy airports and check-in queues with your bags. Instead you could pack up the car and head to Calais, followed by just a short ride on the Eurotunnel. Before you know it you will be pulling out into France, from where you can access all of our French cycling tours.
We offer a number of single centre tours, which are perfect for driving to as you will park up and stay at the same place for the duration of the tour. Alternatively if you prefer to self-drive to a point to point tour, we can tailor you a circular route so you’ll start and end in the same place. Speak to one of our cycling experts today who will be delighted to organise your Eurotunnel travel for you.
What to expect
- An exciting self-drive experience exploring places you wouldn't have otherwise seen
- Advice from our experts on the best places to see en route to your holiday destination
- Available on all our French cycling holidays
- Our team will be delighted to organise your Eurotunnel travel for you
Marton, Cycle Expert
"Choosing to self-drive to your French cycling tour is a great way to see more of the country. Consider building in a stop en route to see some of the local attractions; or maybe break up the journey with an over night stay somewhere new."
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Cycling Holidays in Provence
Classic | Avignon & Cotes du Rhone| Self-Guided
Explore the Cotes du Rhone by pedal power and sample some of the region’s finest landscapes, most charming towns and most delectable wines. The highlights of this tour...
- Historic towns
- Fine wines
- New for 2020
- Château hotels
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£865ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Provence
Indulgence | Starry Nights in Provence
This pocket of Provencal perfection inspired Vincent van Gogh through the most productive period of his career, with the beauty of the region, both natural and cultural,...
- Soaking up the atmosphere of Arles from one of its charming cafes.
- The hilltop haven of Baux-de-Provence, with its vast panoramas.
- Flamingo spotting in the Camargue nature reserve.
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£1,815ppEaseDuration5 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
Cycling Holidays in Bordeaux
Classic | Bordeaux's Wines & Vines | Self Guided
This tour takes you through the verdant Entre Deux Mers, from the south to the north. You will stop at the best three and four-star hotels in the region and sample some of the...
- The chateaux of Roquetaillade and Villandraut for a glimpse into the regions past.
- The world-class red wines of Pomerol and St Emilion.
- The sweet and dry white wines of Sauternes and Cadillac.
From£1,245ppEaseDuration6 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Provence
E-Bike | Provençal Discovery | Self Guided
Provence is famed as one of Europe’s most iconic destinations thanks to its mix of spectacular scenery, rich history, vibrant cultural identity and exquisite food and...
- E-Bike
- New for 2020
- Views of the Rhone valley
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£1,125ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Provence
Classic | Côtes du Rhône Vineyards | Self-Guided
As generations of film stars and artists have discovered, it’s impossible not to be seduced by the beauty and glamour of Provence. From ancient villages scattered with...
- Vineyards
- Historic towns
- New for 2020
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£965ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Provence
Indulgence | Around the Alpilles | Self Guided
Take a tour of the garrigue, olive groves and vineyards that cover this gorgeous corner of Provence and stay in our selection of the area's finest 4 and 5 star hotels. We...
- Château hotels
- E-bikes
- Wine tasting available
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£1,425ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
Cycling Holidays in the UK
Indulgence | Single Centre | Ockenden Manor
Minimum route distance 52 miles (85 km) Leave the city behind for a few days and escape to the glorious countryside of West Sussex. Spend your days on leisurely...
- Discover the delights of Sussex Sparkling wine
- Indulge yourself with spa treatments and delicious dinners
- Take a break at one of the region's excellent National Trust properties
Offer available
Reduced deposit of £150pp and no amendment fees. T&Cs apply.
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Cycling Holidays in the UK
Indulgence | Single Centre | The Sussex Beach Break
Minimum route distance 47 miles (76 km) Take yourself to the seaside for a short break combining some great leisure cycling routes with some of the best...
- Visit the spectacular Arundel Castle
- Discover the delights of Sussex Sparkling wine
- Unwind in a beautiful, tranquil spa hotel, just a stone's throw from the beach
Offer available
Reduced deposit of £150pp and no amendment fees. T&Cs apply.
From£585EaseDuration2 or 3 NightsAvailableAugust, SeptemberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelFlights and transfers available -
Cycling Holidays in the UK
Indulgence | Single Centre | Thyme, Southrop | E-Bike Tour
Minimum route distance 76 miles (124 km) Experience the finest hospitality and warmest welcome on the edge of the Cotswolds area of natural beauty. This...
- Cruise between the country’s most beautiful villages on your E-bike
- Indulge yourself in one of the region’s best hotels
- Pay a visit to the Roman town of Cirencester
Offer available
Reduced deposit of £150pp and no amendment fees. T&Cs apply.
From£525EaseDuration2 or 3 NightsAvailableAugust, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelFlights and transfers available -
Cycling Holidays in the UK
Indulgence | The Cotswolds in Comfort | E-Bike Tour
Minimum route distance 83 miles (134 km) The Cotswolds are a place like no other. Famed for its quaint villages, meandering rivers and rolling hills, the...
- Explore at ease aboard a top of the range E-bike
- Visit the quintessential Cotswolds villages, including Bourton-on-the-Water and Lower Slaughter
- Learn about the Roman history of the area at the Corinium museum.
Offer available
Reduced deposit of £150pp and no amendment fees. T&Cs apply.
From£1,245EaseDuration4 NightsAvailableAugust, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelFlights and transfers available -
Cycling Holidays in the UK
Indulgence | Sparkling Sussex E-Bike Tour
Minimum route distance 117 miles (189 km) Enjoy the best of Sussex and Sussex wine with this carefully created tour: five nights and two vineyards with plenty of time in...
- Tour and tasting of the Ridgeview Wine Estate
- Tour and tasting of the Tinwood Wine Estate
- Scenic cycle routes featuring the picturesque Arundel Castle, Bramber Castle and the South Downs
Offer available
Reduced deposit of £150pp and no amendment fees. T&Cs apply.
From£1,315EaseDuration5 NightsAvailableAugust, SeptemberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelFlights and transfers available -
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Cycling Holidays in Provence
Indulgence | Côtes du Rhône Vineyards | Self-Guided
Explore the Côtes du Rhône by pedal power and sample some of the region’s finest landscapes, most charming towns and most highly rated hotels. Cycle between...
- Chateaux hotels
- Historic towns and chateaux
- Fine wines
From£895ppEaseDuration3 or 6 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in the Loire
Indulgence | The Loire in Luxury | Self Guided
Famed for its grand châteaux, leftover from its past as a preferred home for French royals and aristocrats, few other regions in the world exude the same sense of class as...
- Chateaux hotels
- Historic towns and chateaux
- Optional e-bikes
From£1,075ppEaseDuration3 or 6 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Bordeaux
Classic | Bordeaux City & Beach Break | Self Guided
The city of Bordeaux offers a heady mix of rich history, world-class architecture and a fantastic collection of fine wines. This tour aims to show off the best of Bordeaux, from...
- Bordeaux City – Its architecture, culture, food and wine.
- The grand wine chateaux of the Margaux appellation.
- The sand, sun and seafood of the Arcachon Bay.
- The spectacular views from the top of Dune du Pilat.
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£1,185ppEaseDuration5 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Bordeaux
Classic | Bordeaux City & Vineyards | Self Guided
The metropolis of Bordeaux is an exciting one to explore, with a rich abundance of heritage and world-class architecture, gastronomy and of course, world-class wines. This tour...
- Bordeaux City – Its architecture, culture, food and wine.
- The world-class red wines of Pomerol and St Emilion.
- The sweet and dry white wines of Sauternes and Cadillac.
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£985ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in the Loire
E-Bike | Loire Valley Discovery | Self Guided
Based on our classic Châteaux of the Loire itinerary, this new itinerary for 2020 harnesses the power of e-bikes to make it easier for you to see even more of this...
- E-Bike included
- Historic towns and Château
- New for 2020
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£995ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in the Loire
Classic | Châteaux of the Loire | Self Guided
The magical region of Loire; world-famous for its marvellous châteaux, magnificent rivers, delicious wines and fabulous cycling holidays, of course!
- Chateaux hotels
- Easy cycling
- Historic towns and chateaux
- Hotels with pools
- Michelin-starred
- Optional e-bikes
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£795ppEaseDuration4, 5 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, SeptemberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in The Loire
Single Centre | Chateau de Candes
A fantastic single centre holiday in the stylish and sumptuous apartments of the Chateau de Candes. Based in Candes-St-Martin, one of the 'plus beaux villages de France’,...
- Châteaux visits
- Wine tasting
- Canoeing
- Walking itineraries
- Cycle routes
- Self-catering
Offer available
Book early for 2021 to claim a £150 John Lewis voucher
From£355ppEaseDuration3, 5 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Bordeaux
Single Centre | Bordeaux City Break | Self Guided
This amazing single centre holiday is perfect for those looking to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bordeaux. This city break will allow you to explore the streets and...
- Bordeaux City – Its architecture, culture, food and wine.
- The grand wine chateaux of the Margaux appellation.
- The sand, sun and seafood of the Arcachon Bay.
- The sweet and dry white wines of the Entre Deux Mers vineyards.
From£995ppEaseDuration4 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Burgundy
Classic | Burgundy's Route des Grand Crus | Self Guided
This tour through Burgundy is an Oenophiles dream, based in one of the most famous of France’s wine regions.
- Chateaux hotels
- Easy cycling
- Fine wines
From£1,235ppEaseDuration5 or 7 NightsAvailableMay, June, July, August, SeptemberEnquire Now View detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Mayenne
Classic | Meandering Through Mayenne | Self Guided
One of the country’s hidden gems, Mayenne is a wonderfully understated region full of old-world charm. It's the perfect introduction to rural France and an ideal cycling...
- Traffic free cycle paths
- Easy cycling
- Optional e-bikes
- Family friendly
From£665ppEaseDuration3 or 6 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in Normandy
Classic | Bayeux and the Beaches | Self Guided
On this tour of contrasts, visit the emotional D-Day landing beaches and memorials, the Bayeux Tapestry, the half-timbered houses of the Pays d’Auge and the stunning seaside...
- Historical sites
- Coastal
- Arts and culture
From£955ppEaseDuration5 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelFlights and transfers available -
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Cycling in Provence and Luberon
Classic | Picture Postcard Provence | Self Guided
It’s impossible not to be seduced by the beauty and glamour of Provence. On your cycling holiday take in the best that this glorious region has to offer.
- The charming streets of St Remy, brimming with culture and class
- The lavender fields and ochre cliffs around Roussillon
- The emerald green water of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
From£955ppEaseDuration4 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now view detailsTravelEco-friendly options available -
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Cycling Holidays in The Loire
Single Centre | Marine de Loire
The Hotel Marine de Loire is a boutique hotel set on the bank of the River Loire in the village of Montsoreau. Choose from one of the four lovely self catered apartments.
- The ancient abbey at Fontevraud, with its mix of historical and contemporary attractions.
- Sampling the produce of the regions different wine appellations in one of the many local caves.
- Paddling along the Vienne river between Chinon and Montsoreau in a canoe.
From£450ppEaseDuration3, 5 or 7 NightsAvailableApril, May, June, July, August, September, OctoberEnquire Now View DetailsTravelEco-friendly options available
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