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Cycle The Dordogne
offered by supplier M15363 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 5
- 18
day(s)
Group Size: 1
- 14
people
Destination(s):
France
Specialty Categories:
Bicycle Touring
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 1100 US Dollar (USD)
Maximum Per Person Price: 1300 US Dollar (USD)
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All of our tours fall within the boundaries of the Dordogne and Lot departments. However, we know only too well how travelers are taken by the region and so we’ve been able to develop various tours with a view to attracting our customers back to the area.
We are able to offer various levels of accommodation, from delightful chambre d’hotes(b&b) to deluxe hotels. You decide.
The length of your tour can be variable. You Decide. You are able to start a tour whenever you wish, it is not dependent on a group tour start date.
The tour you choose will offer freedom and flexibility. All of our tours run between early April and mid-October, however, should you wish to take a tour outside of this time frame please contact us. Tours can be organized out of season.
Dordogne One Cycling:
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Gourdon. Attend our “meet’n’greet” where you will be provided with your bikes and equipment.
Day 2-3: Cycle to Rocamadour with its stunning location. Explore the Gouffre de Padirac,Loubressac and many other delightful villages scattered throughout the countryside.
Day 4-5: Pedal to La Roque Gageac set in the heart of the Perigord Noir, surrounded by awe-inspiring chateaux.
Day 6-7: Continue on to Les Eyzies and the numerous famous prehistoric sites of the Vézère valley.
Day 8-9: Wind your way along beautiful country lanes to Monpazier,with visits to wonderful Cadouin and Chateau Biron.
Day 10: Follow your route through remarkable countryside back to Gourdon and your departure.
Dordogne Two Cycling:
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Gourdon. Attend the “meet’n’greet” where you will be provided with your bikes and equipment.
Day 2: Leave Gourdon lying in the green Bouriane and head out through the natural park of Les Causses. A wealth of unspoilt heritage and beautiful wild scenery. Arrive in Rocamadour, the village clinging to the almost perpendicular side of the valley.
Day 3-4: Onwards from Rocamadour to St Cérè, passing through beautiful, enchanting villages. A day ride out of St Cérè poses the question “where first?” Will it be the Waterfalls at Autoire, Chateau de Montal, Castelnau-Bretenoux castle, or Les Grottes De Presque. You decide.
Day 5: Pedalling parrallel to the river towards stunning Carennac, stop to stroll around the tiny streets with their leaning houses before heading off through wonderful scenery to Beaulieu-sur-Dordogne, built on the banks of the River Dordogne.
Day 6: From Beaulieu through deserted countryside to Collonges La Rouge. This beautiful red sandstone village pervades a historic atmosphere that will make a permanent impression upon your memory.
Day 7: From Collonges La Rouge in the Correzé you head back into the Dordogne, with Salignac your next port of call. This tours longest day, approximately 60 kms,passes through countryside that seems to have been forgotten by all but the farmers.The silence is deafening.
Day 8: Before leaving Salignac for Gourdon you may wish to visit the impressive Jardins D’Eyrignac. From here, via Carlux and its commanding position overlooking the valley, you cycle back into the Bouriane and Gourdon, your final destination.
Lot Valley Cycling:
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Gourdon.Attend the “meet’n’greet” where you will be provide with your bikes and equipment.
Day 2: Leave Gourdon behind heading through La France Profonde and all it has to offer towards the bastide of Monpazier.
Day 3-4: Cycle down into the glorious Lot Valley. Immerse yourself in this wonderful landscape.Visit Chateau de Bonaguil and feel free to visit any of the numerous vineyards heading towards Cahors.
Day 5,6,7 – Cahors fades into the distance as you cycle along the edge of the River Lot under the overhanging cliff-face. Stroll around St Cirq La Popie, visit Peche Merle cave and view its wonderous ancient cave drawings.
Day 8: Return to Gourdon, cycling through a landscape that appears not to have changed for centuries.
Our itineraries are extremely flexible and can be shortened or extended.Additional tours are also available. Whatever your choice you will not be disappointed.
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Notes: Prices are dependent upon the tour chosen and the length of the tour. Prices are also quoted in pounds sterling and euros.
Price includes:
- All accommodation(all breakfasts and some dinners)
- Equipment
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