Details:
* Start/finish: Starts daily except Sundays and Mondays from Canterbury and is circular.
* Bed & Breakfast: Small hotels in the heart of Canterbury and near Dover.
* Cycling mileage: 3 days of cycling. 21 -27 miles (34--43 km) per day.
* Skill level: Novice.
* Terrain: An occasional slope on Day 2.
* Traffic free: Very largely.
This unique adventure brings you a fascinating day's cycling and exploring in France along with wonderful rides through the rich variety of Kentish landscapes and history.
Begin in Canterbury and enjoy the unrivalled past and 21st century cosmopolotan vitality of this city. Then head for the south coast on a pretty route through classic Kentish villages. Discover how easy and safe it is to cycle on and off the ferry boat and enjoy a day in France.
There's a waterside ride to our recommended lunch stop with a market town to explore and a lake to enjoy before returning to Calais and Dover. Next day you have a fascinating ride along the Kent coast, through cinque ports and around apple orchards to return to Canterbury.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Canterbury.
Arrive in Canterbury and check into your hotel in the heart of the city. There's so much to explore in this astounding heritage city with its magnificent cathedral, and many museums.
At a time to suit you make your way to our base a few minutes walk away, which is open from 10.00 to 17.30, to pick up your cycling equipment. Your host will also meet you to run through your itinerary and to familiarize you with the route.
Day 2: Canterbury to the Coast - 21 miles (34km).
This ride to the sea is blessed with leafy lanes and bridleways. There are woodlands to enjoy and a host of classic Kent villages and hamlets with their cosy pubs. Your overnight stop near Dover for the next two nights is in a charming village.
Day 3: Dover to a French Market Town & back - 10 miles (16km) or 22 miles (35km).
We will transfer you and your bikes to the boat at Dover for the crossing to France. It’s safe and easy to ride off the ferry at Calais and almost immediately you are pedaling along a peaceful waterway.
This gentle ride leads you to a fascinating market town and our recommended lunch stop. There's plenty of time to explore the town, relax beside its lake and enjoy the water based activities there before returning to Calais and Dover. We will meet you off the boat and transfer you back to your hotel.
Day 4: The Coast to Canterbury - 27 miles (43km).
Start the day by freewheeling along the coast and exploring the maritime history and intrigue of the cinque ports of Deal and Sandwich. Its time then to turn inland and cycle through the ' Garden of England' - a tapestry of market gardens, timeless orchards and ancient villages. Awaiting you in Canterbury, is a warm welcome back to your hotel.
Day 5: Depart Canterbury.
Relax in Canterbury and discover more of the hidden things this cosmopolitan city has to offer. Return your bikes to our base and depart at your leisure.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price: £493 per person based on 2 people sharing a room.
Price Includes:
- Accommodation
- Breakfast every day during the tour
- Comfortable and impeccably serviced bikes
- The services of our friendly hosts to coordinate your travel and brief you on your route
- Emergency support provided by your host
- Luggage transfers between hotels
- A tour brochure
- Safeguarding of your payment
Price Does Not Include:
- Airfares
- Travel to and from the tour start and finish points
- Cycling helmets
- Entrances to attractions unless specified, boat trips, lunches, alcoholic beverages, mini bars and meals pre and post the tour
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