Home » All our cycling trips » Mountain side » Cycling in the Alps: The 3 lakes… easy!
Cycling in the Alps: The 3 lakes… easy!
Price per person
From 1040€
Type of stay
Bicycle trip
Location
Geneva, Annecy - France
Duration
6 days
Difficulty
Departures
Fridays and Sundays from April to October. Other days for 4 people minimum
Capacity
Minimum 2 persons
Reference
Cyclo 23
Your stay
Cycling in the Alps… It’s easy!
We offer you an “easy” bike tour in the Alps! The bike trip you need! You love cycling and exploring new regions by bike. But you may think that the Alps are out of your reach, because – you think – of all those mountains to climb. You’re more of a leisure cyclist than a mountain climber. Then look no further than this bike tour of the Alps!
On this bike tour in the Alps, you’ll link the region’s three main lakes (Lac Léman, Lac du Bourget and Lac d’Annecy), following river trails or bike routes along the Rhône and Isère rivers. You’ll pass historic towns, breathtaking natural landscapes, lush meadows and valleys with views of picturesque peaks. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit, in case you can’t resist the call of the lake and thermal baths of Aix-les-Bains or Lac du Bourget. Your cycling itinerary is really easy to follow, with cycle paths everywhere. You can also take it easy in the charming Alpine towns.
Your bike tour of the Alps begins in Geneva, where you’ll find a variety of restaurants to delight your taste buds. You’ll discover the Fort de l’Ecluse, a fort founded by the Duke of Savoy. You’ll also head for Lac du Bourget, France’s largest and deepest glacial lake. You’ll climb up to Château de Montverran in Culoz, which was built on a rock in 1316. In the evening, you’ll head for the spa town of Aix-les-Bains, built under the Roman Empire. Pedal through the heart of Savoie to Chambéry, a city of art and history. Through the Savoy valley, you’ll see the village of Chignin, with the remains of the 8th-century Sarasin bastion and its 6 towers.
Your bike will take you through the charming wine-growing towns of Dardagny and Satigny. The vineyards are rich, producing both red and white wine, and the air is full of aromas! The cycling routes are perfect for taking your time and enjoying the region to the full. Indeed, because there are no cars… just you, your bike and nature!
This cycling trip in the Alps is a real opportunity to explore one of the world’s most legendary cycling destinations, crowned of course by the Tour de France! You can rent touring bikes, racing bikes or electric bikes!
You'll enjoy :
- 3 major mountain lakes! Lake Geneva, Lake Bourget and Lake Annecy
- Discovering the Alps without major difficulties
- Bicycle lanes in picture-postcard settings
- A stopover in Annecy, the “Venice of the Alps
- A charming night at the Château des Allues, a residence of character, park and vegetable garden
Daily program
Day 1 - Arrival in Geneva
Once you’ve settled into your 3-star hotel on the shores of Lake Geneva, you’ll have plenty of time to discover this exceptional city, a blend of authenticity and the modern, multicultural world. Geneva, the culinary capital of Switzerland, with its many restaurants and brasseries, is sure to delight your palate!
Day 2 - Geneva to Seyssel
- 61 km
- 680m
You’ll meet our local representative in the morning, who’ll explain the itinerary, pay for the bikes (if you’ve rented any!) and equip you for your stay.
Next, you’ll ride along the Rhône, the famous river that rises in Switzerland and continues its descent into France, covering over 800km straddling these two countries before flowing into the Mediterranean Sea. You’ll then return to the bed of the Fier river, which boasts an interesting natural diversity.
A must-see is Fort de l’Ecluse, built on a rock raised by the Duke of Savoy. It provides a natural entrance to the Rhône valley between the Vuache hills and the Jura mountains.
You’ll spend the night in Seyssel, a small “double town” straddling the Haute-Savoie and Ain départements, with the Rhône as its natural border.
Day 3 - Seyssel to Aix-les-Bains
- 46 km
- 420m
The 14 peaks of the Bauges mountain range on one side, and Mont de la Charvaz and Col du Chat on the other, are the key points of today’s route. Splendid views! Steep cliffs rise magically from the water, and the mountains surround you in protective calm.
Lac du Bourget is the largest natural glacial lake in France. Along the lake, you’ll cycle to the town of Aix-les-Bains, famous for its baths dating back to the Roman Empire. Many Roman ruins can still be seen.
Day 4 - Aix-les-Bains to Ste-Hélène-sur-Isère
- 66 km
- 680m
You’ll cycle through Chambéry, a city of Art and History in the heart of Savoie, set in a wide valley between the Bauges and Chartreuse mountain ranges. Chambéry lies at the crossroads of ancient trade routes, and its old town is one of the most remarkable in France.
On the way you’ll see the ruins of the 10th-century fortress of Château de Miolans, which dominates the wine-growing region of the Combe de Savoie valley, then the wine-growing village of Chignin, where you can observe the remains of the Sarasin fortress and its six 8th-century towers. The Isère river will guide you along the road to Grésy sur Isère, which has a large farming community. This village has been inhabited by man since Neolithic times.
Day 5 - Ste-Hélène-sur-Isère to Annecy
- 57 km
- 320m
On your bike, you’ll find your way back to Albertville, located on the Arly River. Albertville hosted the 1992 Winter Olympics. The town also includes the medieval city of Conflans, with buildings dating back to the 14th century. On the way to Lac d’Annecy, the Beaufortin and Bauges massifs will dazzle you. Arriving at the southern tip of the lake, you’ll be impressed by its beauty; its stunning setting is presided over by the Aravis massif as a backdrop, and its road is famous for the hairpin bends and switchbacks used by the Tour de France. The town of Annecy nestles on the northern tip of Lake Annecy. Annecy offers a seductive atmosphere and a remarkable heritage.
Day 6 - Departure
After a relaxing breakfast, you can enjoy the sights and sounds of Annecy to your heart’s content. And don’t hesitate to extend the pleasure by choosing to stay longer in Annecy, the little Venice of the Alps.
rates
Price per person
- 6 days – 5 nights: €1040
Price includes
- 5 nights with breakfast (1 in 4* hotel, 4 in 3* hotel) (in double/twin room)
- 2 dinners (excluding drinks)
- Road book
- GPS unit with tracks or GPS application for smarphone
- Luggage transfer at every stage
- 24/7 support
- Appointment with our local representative
Supplements
- Touring bike: €135
- Electric bike: €235
- Gravel bike: €165
- Racing bike: €180
Further information
We take care of transporting your luggage every time you change accommodation, so you can travel light and enjoy your day’s hiking.
Leave your luggage at the reception desk of your accommodation before departure.
At the end of the afternoon, you’ll meet them at the reception desk of your new accommodation or directly in your room.
Luggage accepted per person: 1 suitcase or travel bag (maximum 23 kg) + 1 carry-on.
Your travel file corresponds to the documents or files you receive prior to your trip (generally one month before) and/or on arrival at your first accommodation.
It includes :
A welcome letter with key practical information:
- Baggage transport times
- Details of delivery and collection of rental bikes if required
- Your local contact and emergency telephone number(s)
- Any additional information
Travel logbook including map with route (at the appropriate scale) and directional, tourist and practical information
Any necessary vouchers to be given to the service provider(s)
On request and depending on the tour:
- Download the “Evazio” application onto your smartphone for GPS navigation with visual (reading the route on your smartphone screen) and/or spoken guidance. The application also contains practical and tourist information. Once the trip has been downloaded, no Internet connection is required.
- Loan of a GPS device with pre-recorded tracks
- Send GPX tracks of each stage for use with your own navigation device
On this tour, we can provide you with a choice of the following, upon reservation:
- A VTC bike suited to the tour and the route (men’s and women’s models)
- An electric bike suited to the course (men’s and unisex models)
- A road bike
With equipment :
- 1 rear bag
- 1 handlebar bag
- 1 saddle bag (racing bike)
- 1 repair kit
- 1 helmet
- 1 anti-theft device
- 1 charger (for electric bike)
The bike is adjusted to your size and delivered to the first accommodation.
At the end of the tour, the bike must be left at the last accommodation with its equipment. We’ll take care of collecting them.
This tour is offered in the “superior” category
Hotel categories :
- Comfort: The tour features mainly 2 and 3-star hotels (or equivalent comfort level) and bed & breakfasts.
- Superior: The tour features mainly 3- and 4-star hotels (or equivalent level of comfort) and charming bed & breakfasts.
- Luxury: The tour features mainly 4- and 5-star hotels (or equivalent level of comfort).
For the duration of your stay, our telephone assistance service is available:
- 7 days a week
- from 07:30 to 20:30.
Itinerary
These trips might appeal to you
Velodyssee – Tour of Charente Islands by bike
Starting in La Rochelle, you will peacefully follow the Vélodyssée and will discover the Islands of Ré, Aix and Oléron. Take advantage of these...
Cycling from Bordeaux to Rocamadour. Dordogne and Vézère valleys
On this bike tour from Bordeaux to Rocamadour, you'll ride through the Gironde, Dordogne and Lot departments, three of France's most...
Cycle from Geneva to Lyon on the Via Rhona along the Rhône River
The ViaRhona from Geneva to Lyon is part of a cycle route along the Rhône linking Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean. We would like to...
Vélodyssée: From La Rochelle to Arcachon by bike – Charente Maritime and Gironde
Cycle the famous Vélodyssée from La Rochelle to Arcachon. Your cycling tour takes you along the Atlantic coast of France...
Vélodyssée: from La Rochelle to Biarritz by bike
Leaving from La Rochelle and Ile de Ré, this tour along the Atlantic coast by bike takes you on a discovery of the Charente ...
Vélodyssée from Nantes to La Rochelle by bike – Loire Atlantique and Vendée
From Nantes to La Rochelle by bike, a journey along the "Vélodyssée" cycle route along the Atlantic coast. You'll start your tour in...
Cycling from Arcachon to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast. Vélodyssée
Cycling from Arcachon to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast following the Vélodyssée. Four days of cycling between...
Vélodyssée: cycle from Bordeaux to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast
Cycle along the Atlantic coast following the Vélodyssée from Bordeaux to Biarritz. Discover the people, the nature and the...
Vélodyssée: cycling from Nantes to Bordeaux
Cycling holidays from Nantes to Bordeaux, following La Vélodyssée cycle route from Nantes to Royan along the Atlantic coast, then...
Vineyards and Canal de Garonne by bike from Bordeaux to Agen
3 days of cycling between Bordeaux and Agen to discover the beautiful Entre-deux-Mers vineyards and the Garonne canal, ...
These trips might appeal to you
Velodyssee – Tour of Charente Islands by bike
Starting in La Rochelle, you will peacefully follow the Vélodyssée and will discover the Islands of Ré, Aix and Oléron. Take advantage of these...
Cycling from Bordeaux to Rocamadour. Dordogne and Vézère valleys
On this bike tour from Bordeaux to Rocamadour, you'll ride through the Gironde, Dordogne and Lot departments, three of France's most...
Cycle from Geneva to Lyon on the Via Rhona along the Rhône River
The ViaRhona from Geneva to Lyon is part of a cycle route along the Rhône linking Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean. We would like to...
Vélodyssée: From La Rochelle to Arcachon by bike – Charente Maritime and Gironde
Cycle the famous Vélodyssée from La Rochelle to Arcachon. Your cycling tour takes you along the Atlantic coast of France...
Vélodyssée: from La Rochelle to Biarritz by bike
Leaving from La Rochelle and Ile de Ré, this tour along the Atlantic coast by bike takes you on a discovery of the Charente ...
Vélodyssée from Nantes to La Rochelle by bike – Loire Atlantique and Vendée
From Nantes to La Rochelle by bike, a journey along the "Vélodyssée" cycle route along the Atlantic coast. You'll start your tour in...
Cycling from Arcachon to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast. Vélodyssée
Cycling from Arcachon to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast following the Vélodyssée. Four days of cycling between...
Vélodyssée: cycle from Bordeaux to Biarritz along the Atlantic coast
Cycle along the Atlantic coast following the Vélodyssée from Bordeaux to Biarritz. Discover the people, the nature and the...
Vélodyssée: cycling from Nantes to Bordeaux
Cycling holidays from Nantes to Bordeaux, following La Vélodyssée cycle route from Nantes to Royan along the Atlantic coast, then...
Vineyards and Canal de Garonne by bike from Bordeaux to Agen
3 days of cycling between Bordeaux and Agen to discover the beautiful Entre-deux-Mers vineyards and the Garonne canal, ...
Book your stay now
- + 33 (0)5 56 79 25 05
Fill in our booking form to start planning your adventure.
We are at your disposal to create memorable experiences that meet your specific needs.