\nCross the world-famous Saint-Emilion<\/strong> vineyards and pedal to the village of Castillon-la-Bataille<\/strong>, an emblematic site in the history of the region.
\nAlong the Dordogne Valley<\/strong>, discover the Pays Foyen, a calm and peaceful region of historical heritage and wine-growing ch\u00e2teaux, until you reach P\u00e9rigord Noir<\/strong>, a land of prehistoric sites and archaeological findings, where Cro-Magnon man was even discovered.
\nThen follow the La Vagabonde cycle route, which will leave you in awe of the vast panorama of the surrounding countryside, and arrive at Saint-Cirq Lapopie<\/strong>, voted France's favorite village.<\/p>\n
Then drive along the Lot Valley<\/strong>, where you'll pass through natural landscapes that have been a source of inspiration for many, including the famous painter Claude Monet and the writer and philosopher Montesquieu. Don't miss Martillac<\/strong>, where you'll find the Pessac-L\u00e9ognan Appellation, ranked among the world's finest vineyards, before a final night in Bordeaux<\/strong>'s historic center.<\/p>\n","sites-touristiques":" Price per person<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n The price includes<\/strong><\/b><\/p>\n Extra charge Check-in at your hotel in the heart of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage city voted best European destination of 2015. Your cycling itinerary begins at Place des Quinconces, one of Europe's largest squares, and continues along the quays of Bordeaux to discover the Garonne River. You'll cross the Pont de Pierre before joining the Roger Lap\u00e9bie cycle path.<\/p>\n You'll then be quickly immersed in the Entre-deux-Mers<\/strong> region, on a green path that will take you through this territory brimming with natural landscapes, rivers, wild flora and vineyards. Discover magnificent little villages such as Cr\u00e9on<\/strong> and Branne<\/strong>, emblematic of the region. As the first vineyard to be classified by UNESCO as cultural landscape, Saint-Emilion<\/strong> invites you to discover its thousands of hectares of prestigious vines. Follow the Dordogne River<\/strong> to the bastide town of Sainte--Foy-la-Grande<\/strong>, the oldest bastide town in the Gironde, founded in 1255 at the gateway to P\u00e9rigord. Thriving thanks to the wine trade, it still boasts a remarkable heritage that can be seen in its narrow streets, the remains of fortified walls, arcades typical of bastides, the central square and its many 15th-century timber-frame houses. As soon as you start pedaling, you'll follow the Lalinde canal along a dedicated track, taking you through charming little villages such as Lalinde<\/strong>, the first English bastide in P\u00e9rigord. Built on the banks of the Dordogne, it has preserved vestiges of its medieval past. Overlooking the confluence of the DordogneV\u00e9z\u00e8re rivers, the Jardins Panoramiques are located on the site of an ancient fortified castle, at the summit of Limeuil<\/strong>, a medieval village steeped in history. Alternative route via the Lascaux caves<\/em> (Possibility to add an extra night in Les Eyzies<\/strong><\/em>). + 25 km + 200 m of ascend. Finally, you'll reach Sarlat<\/strong>, the gastronomic capital of the P\u00e9rigord Noir region, which has managed to You'll start your day in the famous town of Sarlat<\/strong>, which you'll leave via a greenway along the Dordogne Valley<\/strong> to Cazoul\u00e8s<\/strong>, just a few kilometers from Souillac. All along the way, you'll see a varied landscape in the shadow of the cliffs, between forests, small villages and the countryside.<\/p>\n Alternative route via Domme and La Roque-Gageac <\/em> Pass through Carsac-Aillac<\/strong>, home to the Pech de la Boissi\u00e8re prehistoric site and the Pech de l'Aze caves. Open in summer, the Jardins d'Eau de Carsac<\/strong> is a two-hectare area of water and aquatic plants, an ideal place to stroll through waterfalls, lotuses and flowers from America and Asia. On the banks of the Dordogne, many of the valley's treasures come together at Lacave<\/strong>: underground worlds, pebble beaches, a prehistoric park, castles, Michelin-starred restaurants... you're sure to find something to suit your taste. Discover the richness, diversity and fragility of this natural and historical heritage with a visit to the Lacave's caves and Carbonni\u00e8res's caves<\/strong>. This transition stage follows the \u201cLa Vagabonde\u201d cycle road. Ride through the Dordogne Valley until you reach the magnificent Parc naturel R\u00e9gional des Causses du Quercy<\/strong>, designated a UNESCO World Geopark for its geological wealth. A land of contrasts, the park is made up of limestone plateaus and lush green valleys. A true paradise for nature lovers, you'll find a wealth of rare flora and fauna. From there, you have two options :<\/span> 2\/ Stopover in Cahors<\/strong> : You can reach Cahors directly or via Saint-Cirq-Lapopie. From Saint-Cirq Lapopie, you'll reach Cahors on a pretty road through the woods high above the Lot valley.<\/p>\n From Cahors, start the day by crossing the magnificent and imposing Pont Valentr\u00e9. You'll also pass through Fumel<\/strong>, previously inhabited by high and mighty barons in the 11th century. The village boasts a medieval ch\u00e2teau bearing its name, now the seat of the town hall. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the ch\u00e2teau's gardens and terraces, with their breathtaking views over the Lot and the spectacular natural landscape. Leaving Villeneuve-sur-Lot, you'll pass through Sainte-Livrade-sur-Lot<\/strong>, a town in a fertile valley on the route of a Roman road, and Le Temple-sur-Lot<\/strong>, where you'll find the magnificent Jardin des N\u00e9nuphars, the oldest water lily nursery in the world. This national collection boasts over 260 varieties of flora and fauna, classifying the garden as a Jardin Remarquable by the French Ministry of Culture. Leaving Meilhan, pass through remarkable sites such as Castets-en-Dorthe and Langon<\/strong>, at the crossroads of the great Bordeaux crus, where every winegrower is committed to producing the very best wines. Departure or extra nights in Bordeaux.<\/p>\n","distance-j10":"","denivele-j10":"","titre-j11":"","programme-j11":"","distance-j11":"","denivele-j11":"","titre-j12":"","programme-j12":"","distance-j12":"","denivele-j12":"","titre-j13":"","programme-j13":"","denivele-j13":"","distance-j13":"","titre-j14":"","programme-j14":"","denivele-j14":"","infos-bagages":" We take care of transporting your luggage every time you change accommodation, so you can travel light and enjoy your day\u2019s hiking.<\/strong><\/p>\n Leave your luggage at the reception desk of your accommodation before departure.<\/p>\n At the end of the afternoon, you\u2019ll meet them at the reception desk of your new accommodation or directly in your room.<\/p>\n Luggage accepted per person: 1 suitcase or travel bag (maximum 23 kg) + 1 carry-on.<\/p>\n","infos-documents":" 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.<\/p>\n It includes :<\/span><\/p>\n A welcome letter<\/strong> with key practical information:<\/p>\n Travel logbook<\/strong> including map with route (at the appropriate scale) and directional, tourist and practical information On request and depending on the tour:<\/span><\/p>\n On this tour, we can provide you with a choice of the following, upon reservation:<\/strong><\/p>\n With equipment :<\/p>\n For younger children, depending on age and size, we can offer<\/p>\n The bike is adjusted to your size and delivered to the first accommodation.<\/p>\n At the end of the tour, the bike must be left at the last accommodation with its equipment. We\u2019ll take care of collecting them.<\/p>\n","infos-hebergements":" This tour is offered in the \u201csuperior\u201d category<\/strong><\/p>\n Hotel categories :<\/em><\/p>\n Comfort<\/span>: The tour features mainly 2 and 3-star hotels (or equivalent comfort level) and bed & breakfasts.<\/em> For the duration of your stay, our telephone assistance service is available<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n
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\nYou'll receive your bike, documentation on the region and a road book indicating your itinerary.<\/p>\n","distance-j1":"","denivele-j1":"","titre-j2":"Day 2 - From Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion","programme-j2":"
\nFinally, on the other side of the Dordogne<\/strong>, you'll have access to the magnificent town of Saint-Emilion, world-famous for its many ch\u00e2teaux producing some of the world's most prestigious wines, such as Ch\u00e2teau Cheval Blanc and Ch\u00e2teau Angelus.<\/p>\n","distance-j2":"52","denivele-j2":"272","titre-j3":"Day 3 - From Saint-Emilion to Bergerac","programme-j3":"
\nThen join us at Castillon-la-Bataille<\/strong>, famous for the battle between the French and English that ended the 100 Years' War in 1453. For centuries, Castillon-la-Bataille has been used as a strategic location to watch over the Pas de Rauzan ford, the only compulsory crossing point on the Dordogne, 2 km to the east. Today, thanks to its history, the town boasts a rich architectural and natural heritage.<\/p>\n
\nAs you continue your itinerary, the little roads of the Pays Foyen will take you to Gardonne<\/strong>, a commune that combines historic charm with natural beauty. Winegrowing remains a mainstay of the local economy, but is now accompanied by a strong interest in tourism and environmental preservation.
\nPerched on a pretty hill, Monbazillac<\/strong> and its listed 16th century ch\u00e2teau proudly dominate the Dordogne valley. It lies at the heart of the prestigious vineyard that bears its name, and is a veritable jewel of a wine village. Indeed, Monbazillac is the world's best-known sweet wine appellation, seductive in its elegance and intriguingly nuanced bouquet.
\nYou'll end the day in Bergerac<\/strong>, a town of art and history on the banks of the Dordogne, where you can stroll along the quays and through the old town, admiring its half-timbered houses and 15th and 16th century mansions, before sampling the famous local produce, an integral part of the P\u00e9rigord heritage.<\/p>\n","distance-j3":"72","denivele-j3":"200","titre-j4":"Day 4 - From Bergerac to Sarlat","programme-j4":"
\nContinue along the V\u00e9z\u00e8re valley<\/strong>, immersing yourself in a journey back in time through the P\u00e9rigord Noir to the world capital of prehistory: Les Eyzies<\/strong>. This is where Cro-Magnon Man was discovered, and where you'll find the world's finest examples of cave art. It's also an ideal location for outdoor activities, thanks to its pleasant, unspoilt countryside.<\/p>\n
\nFrom Les Eyzies<\/strong>, follow the V\u00e9z\u00e8re valley. Discover an exceptional host of prehistoric sites<\/strong>, <\/em>most of them UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Troglodytic Village of La Madeleine, <\/em>where a sumptuous carved mammoth tusk has been discovered, proving that it has always been <\/em>a refuge for mankind. Then comes a visit to the famous Grotte de Lascaux<\/strong>, where Palaeolithic <\/em>man created a priceless and unique masterpiece of signs and animal representations. A final <\/em>stage along small, hilly roads takes you to Sarlat.<\/em><\/p>\n
\npreserve the traces of its history. Classified as a Town of Art and History, it owes its renown to the
\nrichness of its built heritage. The medieval city is also reputed to have the highest density of listed or
\nregistered historic monuments in the world.<\/p>\n","distance-j4":"86","denivele-j4":"711","titre-j5":"Day 5 - From Sarlat to Rocamadour","programme-j5":"
\n+ 22 km + 250 m of ascend.<\/em>
\nA detour will then be suggested to allow you to discover La Roque-Gageac and Domme<\/strong>, <\/em>unmissable medieval villages of the P\u00e9rigord Noir along the Dordogne.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nOnce you arrive in Souillac, don't miss the Abbaye Sainte-Marie<\/strong>, the city's landmark, a harmonious blend of Romanesque and Byzantine influences. A little further on, you'll find the Ch\u00e2teau de Belcastel<\/strong>, an architectural gem with lush courtyards, medieval chapels, gardens and superb views. It stands alone as an ideal example of the perfect harmony between history, art and architecture.<\/p>\n
\nFinally, join one of France's most beautiful villages, the sacred city of Rocamadour<\/strong>. The world-famous medieval town stands 120 metres above the Alziou canyon ! An essential stopover on the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, Rocamadour is also famous for its Basilica of Saint-Sauveur and the Crypt of Saint-Amadour, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, as well as the Chapel of Notre-Dame, home to the Black Madonna, who has been watching over pilgrims and visitors to the town for over a
\nthousand years.<\/p>\n","distance-j5":"53","denivele-j5":"438","titre-j6":"Day 6 - From Rocamadour to Saint-Cirq Lapopie or Cahors","programme-j6":"
\nWalk along the Vers Valley<\/strong>, a tributary stream of the Lot, home to some remarkable and protected plant and animal species.<\/p>\n
\n1\/ Stopover in Saint-Cirq Lapopie<\/strong>
\nFollow the river Lot and take the astonishing Ganil towpath, partly carved out of the cliff. From the road, you can see the Ch\u00e2teau des Anglais<\/strong>, an 11th- and 12th-century fortification anchored in the limestone rock, which served as a refuge to protect the population in the event of attack. You'll end the day in the vicinity of Saint-Cirq Lapopie<\/strong>, one of France's most beautiful villages. A masterpiece of the medieval era, with no fewer than 13 historic monuments, it is perched on a cliff and offers breathtaking views. Take a trip back in time with a visit to the village's charming old center, where you'll feel the nobility of its architecture.<\/p>\n
\nYour day will then end in Cahors<\/strong>, City of Art and History, where you'll find many exceptional historic monuments, such as the emblematic Pont Valentr\u00e9, whose construction began in 1308 and lasted almost 70 years. A remarkable example of medieval architecture, it is part of UNESCO's World Heritage List as part of the Santiago de Compostela Pilgrimage Route.<\/p>\n","distance-j6":"65 or 95","denivele-j6":"940 or 1070","titre-j7":"Day 7 - From Saint-Cirq Lapopie to Fumel or from Cahors to Villeneuve-sur-Lot","programme-j7":"
\nPass through the Luzech region, where you'll find Ch\u00e2teau de Cayx<\/strong>, owned by the Royal Family of Denmark since 1974, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful sites in the Lot Valley.
\nIn addition to the port, the village of Albas<\/strong>, also known as Albas la jolie, is well worth a visit, with its ancient houses, 16th-century mansions and magnificent Tuscan garden overlooking the river.
\nOn this day, you'll see some of the region's castles, architectural treasures from medieval times. You'll see the Ch\u00e2teau de la Coste<\/strong> in the commune of Grezels, originally built in the 14th century as a simple watchtower, it wasn't until the 17th century that it became the majestic ch\u00e2teau it is today.
\nContinuing your journey, you'll discover Puy l'Ev\u00eaque<\/strong>, a labyrinth of narrow streets lined with beautiful houses that lead down to the slipway where barges headed for Bordeaux once anchored. It was one of the Lot Valley's busiest ports until the end of the 19th century. A short detour will take you to Ch\u00e2teau de Bonaguil<\/strong>, a legendary regional fortress listed as a Historic Monument in 1862.<\/p>\n
\nInitiated by Richard the Lionheart, Penne d'Agenais<\/strong> is a medieval village set at an altitude of 200 meters, offering exceptional views for no less than 60km around. At the top of the village, you'll discover the magnificent Notre-Dame-de-Peyragude, built at the end of the 19th century over a period of more than 50 years.
\nFinally, you'll arrive in Villeneuve-sur-Lot<\/strong>, the largest river bastide in the South-West. Let yourself be charmed by its narrow streets, where the medieval era can still be seen on the facades of the houses.<\/p>\n","distance-j7":"95 or 103","denivele-j7":"670 or 540","titre-j8":"Day 8 - From Fumel or Villeneuve-sur-Lot to Marmande \/ Meilhan","programme-j8":"
\nIt inspired the great artist Claude Monet<\/strong> to create his famous paintings.
\nFurther along the road, you'll come to Clairac<\/strong>, where Montesquieu<\/strong> loved the local atmosphere and found inspiration for his Lettres persanes. Here you'll find a pleasant historic center with old 15thcentury houses, as well as the remains of an abbey dating back to 782.
\nAt the crossroads between sea and mountains, you'll discover Tonneins<\/strong>, whose history is closely linked to that of tobacco. In fact, it was monks who brought back the first seeds from Brazil in the middle of the 16th century, and the town was so successful that in 1726 the Manufacture Royale du Tabac was created.
\nPass by the Etang de Mazi\u00e8re<\/strong> nature reserve, an interface between the terrestrial and aquatic environments, providing refuge and breeding grounds for numerous birds. Over 220 species have been counted here. Continue your journey through the ancient Roman town of Le Mas d'Agenais, before arriving at Meilhan<\/strong>, a peaceful village perched high above the river with an impressive view of the
\nentire plain and river loop. Indeed, until the early 20th century, the village was an important stopover for the boat that carried travellers between Bordeaux and Agen.<\/p>\n","distance-j8":"100 to 75","denivele-j8":"220 to 225","titre-j9":"Day 9 - From Marmande \/ Meilhan to Bordeaux","programme-j9":"
\nFrom the Sauternes<\/strong> vineyards, you'll cross the \u201cGraves\u201d appellation and pass through several small villages such as Saint-Michel de Rieufret, with its church on the Pilgrimage Route to Santiago de Compostela, and La Br\u00e8de, whose ch\u00e2teau was the birthplace of the famous writer and thinker
\nMontesquieu in 1689.
\nFurther along the road you'll come to Martillac<\/strong>, where you'll find Ch\u00e2teau Smith Haut Lafitte, Appellation Pessac-L\u00e9ognan, ranked among the world's top 10 vineyards. Right in the middle of town, you'll find the Romanesque church of Sainte Quitterie, built around the 11th century on the foundations of a Roman temple dedicated to Mars, the god of war who was venerated as a protector during Julius Caesar's wars of conquest of Gaul.
\nFinally, back in Bordeaux<\/strong>, the starting point of your adventure, you'll pass the city's oldest bridge, the Pont de Pierre, which links the city's right and left banks. The first bridge over the Garonne, it was built by order of Napoleon I between 1810 and 1822. On the sides, each brick pier is embellished with a white medallion in honor of the emperor.
\nWalk past the world's largest water mirror, a central feature of the city's quays. Directly opposite, you'll find it impossible not to notice the marvellous Place de la Bourse, one of the most representative works of 18th-century French classical architecture.<\/p>\n","distance-j9":"90 to 100 ","denivele-j9":"250","titre-j10":"Day 10 - Departure","programme-j10":"\n
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\nLuxury<\/span>: The tour features mainly 4- and 5-star hotels (or equivalent level of comfort).<\/em><\/p>\n","infos-support":"\n