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Luxury Bordeaux wine route by bike

Price per person

From 2140€

Type of stay

Bicycle trip

Location

Pauillac, Margaux, Saint-émilion, Bordeaux - France

Duration

7 days

Difficulty

Departures

On request from April to October

Capacity

2 people minimum

Reference

Cyclo 12 Luxe

Your stay

A cycling tour to discover Bordeaux’s grands crus

A cycling tour along the Bordeaux Wine Route to discover the region’s most prestigious vineyards. Margaux, Pauillac, Pomerol and Saint-Émilion… Five days of cycling, combining the world’s finest wines with an exceptional historical and architectural heritage.

In this region where the waters of the Dordogne, the Garonne and the Atlantic converge to form Europe’s largest estuary, this holiday has something to satisfy every taste – whether you’re seeking nature and culture, leisure and sport, a friendly atmosphere or fine dining. Marshes, vineyards, forests, rivers, small harbours, charming towns and villages, a citadel, wine-producing châteaux and Romanesque churches make up the landscapes under the south-western sun!

The roads and cycle paths on this route take you through landscapes and sites that are as varied as they are remarkable. First, the left bank of the estuary and the Médoc vineyards. Then, after a boat crossing, the right bank with the citadel of Blaye and the beautiful village of Bourg-sur-Gironde. Further east, the Fronsadais region on the slopes of the Dordogne, followed by the Pomerol vineyards, not far from Libourne. You’ll pass by the famous Château Petrus and Château Cheval Blanc before staying in the medieval town of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Finally, a cycle path with gentle gradients – a former railway line – will guide you through the Entre-deux-Mers region towards the bastide town of Créon and the Abbey of La Sauve-Majeure. You’ll round off your cycling holiday along the Garonne and its fishing huts before cycling along Bordeaux’s majestic quays – also a UNESCO World Heritage Site – for a spectacular finale!

Each evening, you’ll be welcomed into charming hotels and guesthouses, and you’ll be delighted by the comfort of the accommodation we’ve selected, as well as by the quality of the regional cuisine you’ll enjoy at dinner.

You'll enjoy :

The world’s finest wines: Margaux, Mouton Rothschild, Petrus, Cheval Blanc.
The magnificent wine estates of the Bordeaux region, blending tradition and modernity.
The vineyards and village of Saint-Émilion, both listed as World Heritage Sites
The delightful Entre-Deux-Mers cycle route
Bordeaux and the ‘Cité du Vin’, a leading venue for exhibitions in the international wine world.

Back to travel

Daily program

Day 1 - Arrival in Bordeaux and transfer in the Medoc area

Arrival at Bordeaux railway station or airport.
Taxi transfer to Pauillac.

Bicycles delivered to your hotel along with your travel details and the roadbook, which will outline your route.

Overnight stay with breakfast at a Relais & Châteaux hotel. Dinner at the ‘Café Lavinal’ restaurant

Day 2 - La Route des Châteaux du Médoc

You will leave Pauillac – home to three of the top five Grands Crus Classés and 15 Médoc Crus Classés – and head towards Margaux. You will discover the greatest stars of the 1855 wine classification, with their breathtaking architecture, as well as all the other gems of this renowned wine-growing region.

Your tour will take you past the famous Lafite Rothschild, Latour and Mouton Rothschild – all First Growths – as well as the Châteaux Pichon Longueville (Second Growth), Pontet-Canet and Lynch-Bages (Fifth Growth).

This itinerary is truly magnificent! Throughout this journey, you’ll travel from Pauillac to Moulis via Saint-Julien and the village of Margaux with its famous Château Margaux. Stop at the entrance to Château Margaux, where you can admire the classical façade of the building, constructed in the early 19th century.

Dinner, overnight stay and breakfast at the Golf Hotel in Margaux.

Day 3 - Crossing the estuary and the "Route de la Corniche

This route will take you to Lamarque, where you’ll board a ferry to cross the Gironde estuary.
You’ll then reach the magnificent citadel of Blaye before continuing your journey along the banks of the estuary. Imposing and majestic, the citadel overlooks the estuary, covering 33 hectares in the heart of the town and offering a splendid view of the Gironde.

You’ll cycle through the vineyards of the Côtes de Blaye AOC Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur. Finally, you’ll cycle towards Bourg-sur-Gironde along the Corniche Fleurie, where the presence of countless palm trees, oleanders and oaks reflects the region’s exceptionally mild climate.

A visit is a must for lovers of historic architecture: Bourg-sur-Gironde is an architectural gem. Perched on a rock and surrounded by walls, the village is one of the most beautiful and best-preserved in the Estuary.

Dinner, overnight stay and breakfast in a charming guesthouse near Bourg

Day 4 - Fronsac, Pomerol and Saint-Emilion vineyards

On the way to Saint-Emilion, you will pass through the vineyards of the other appellations: Fronsac, Lalande-de-Pomerol and Pomerol.
The Pomerol appellation, a close neighbour of Saint-Emilion, covers a small plateau to the north of Libourne; though the appellation covers a small area, it enjoys immense renown… The wines of Pomerol, where Merlot reigns supreme, are among the most sought-after in France, including the world-famous ‘Petrus’. As for Fronsac, it is the most historic part of the Bordeaux wine region, as Fronsac was served at the court of King Louis XIV…

At the confluence of two rivers, the Isle and the Dordogne, the great wine-growing terroirs of Saint-Emilion, Pomerol and Fronsac blend seamlessly with superb landscapes of hillsides and plateaus. Forming a marvellous mosaic of plots, the vineyards stretch out as far as the eye can see.

On this new tour, you’ll discover magnificent estates, most of which are set amongst the vineyards and home to the winegrowers and their families. Despite the trials endured over the centuries, all these châteaux, with their remarkable architecture, have fortunately been preserved in their original state.

It is no coincidence that the famous painter Princeteau spent the latter part of his life in the region… so that he could admire that very special light over the vineyards and groves, stretching down the hillsides to the banks of the Dordogne! A stop in Nérac is a must, where the view is magnificent…

Overnight stay and breakfast in a 4* hotel or a charming guesthouse in Saint-Émilion

Day 5 - Saint-Emilion! Vineyards, architecture and landscapes

This tour of the Saint-Émilion appellation will take you through the eastern part of the appellation, amongst vineyards and hamlets… On the itinerary: wine châteaux, historic buildings and stunning views. You can head to Castillon-la-Bataille and return along the banks of the Dordogne.
Make the most of your free time to visit the medieval town of Saint-Émilion.

You’ll be staying at the same hotel as the previous night.

Day 6 - Saint-Emilion - Bordeaux

After passing through Branne-sur-la-Dordogne, you’ll join the ‘Roger Lapébie’ cycle route and enjoy an ideal route for a cycle ride, set amidst natural landscapes but featuring several designated rest stops and water points. You’ll follow this pleasant route, which is very easy to cycle on, and which will take you to Créon, a typical regional bastide village. This charming bastide is well worth a visit, and the small villages are brimming with chapels and churches.

A natural and architectural heritage that remains well-preserved, featuring varied, rolling landscapes accessible to all. A rich architectural heritage, including medieval towns, bastides, fortified mills, abbeys and Romanesque churches.
This route will take you to the majestic Place de la Bourse in the heart of Bordeaux. You’ll then have a panoramic view of the quays, the Garonne and the Pont de Pierre, which you’ll have crossed just a few minutes earlier!

Overnight stay and breakfast at a 5* hotel in Bordeaux

Jour 7 -Départ

Départ après le petit déjeuner

rates

Price per person

8 days – 7 nights: 2140 €

The price includes

6 nights’ accommodation in 4 or 5-star hotels and charming guesthouses, including breakfast (in a double or twin room)
3 dinners (excluding drinks)
A road book (with map routes)
1 smartphone app for GPS navigation
Taxi transfer on arrival or departure (if arriving by car)
Luggage transfer at each stage
Boat crossing of the estuary
Technical support 7 days a week

Supplement

Touring bike (hybrid): 170 €
Electric bike (e-bike): 295 €
Gravel bike: 295 €

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 touring bike adapted to the ride and the route

An electric bike adapted to the route

A gravel bike adapted to the course

With equipment :

Bag 1

Headset

1 rear bag
1 handlebar bag
1 repair kit
1 helmet (on request)
1 anti-theft device
1 charger (for electric bike)

For younger children, depending on age and size, we can offer

Trailer

A child’s bike
A baby seat
A trailer
A follower 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 “Privilege” 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.
Privilege: 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: