Itinerary
- Day 1
La Rochelle
You'll arrive in La Rochelle and check into your hotel for the night. If you get there with time to spare, take a walk through the city to get a feel for the place. The coastal setting keeps things mild temperature-wise. Wander around Vieux Port where you'll find street cafés, shops, and various monuments scattered throughout the area.
Optional Activities
- Explore Vieux Port
- Walk through shopping streets
- Visit city monuments
Landmarks Vieux Port - Day 2
La Rochelle to Rochefort
Start cycling and you'll pass the famous towers of La Rochelle's port, then continue on scenic routes toward Minimes port and Godechaud bay. From there, follow the coast to Châtelaillon bay. After that, head inland through countryside and you'll reach Rochefort, a royal town with plenty to explore and take in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour from La Rochelle to Rochefort (approximately 485 km)
Landmarks Towers of La Rochelle Port of Minimes Châtelaillon Bay Rochefort - Day 3
Rochefort to La Tremblade
Leave Rochefort's riverside gardens behind and cycle along paths that were once used by steam trains, now converted into a greenway for cyclists. You'll pass through marshes with small canals as you make your way toward Marennes, which is known for oyster farming across Europe. Finish up in La Tremblade, a village that keeps its authentic character. If you're traveling in summer, there's a sea festival with traditional boats, oyster competitions, and fireworks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour from Rochefort to La Tremblade
Optional Activities
- Visit Marennes oyster farms
- Attend sea festival (summer)
Landmarks Marennes Seudre Estuary La Tremblade - Day 4
La Tremblade to Royan
Start your day on the Côte Sauvage coastline where cycle paths run throughout the area. You'll bike through Coubre forest and stop at Phare de la Coubre lighthouse for views out over the sea. Continue on forest paths that take you past beautiful beaches, including the village of Saint-Palais. By late afternoon, you'll reach Royan, a seaside resort known for its sandy beaches. The day wraps up with a boat ride in the morning hours.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour from La Tremblade to Royan (approximately 39 km)
- Boat trip in Royan
Optional Activities
- Visit Phare de la Coubre lighthouse
Landmarks Côte Sauvage Coubre Forest Phare de la Coubre Saint-Palais Royan - Day 5
Royan to Medoc Region
Take the ferry across the Gironde estuary and you'll enter the Medoc wine region. Cycle on pleasant paths heading from Verdon toward Soulac-sur-Mer, a town with lively streets and seaside villas. Keep going toward Montalivet from there. The sea is good for swimming if you want to cool off, and wooded areas to the south near Hourtin offer shade when temperatures rise.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing across Gironde estuary
- Guided cycling tour in Medoc region (approximately 72 km)
Optional Activities
- Swimming in the sea
- Explore Soulac-sur-Mer
Landmarks Gironde Estuary Verdon Soulac-sur-Mer Montalivet Hourtin - Day 6
Hourtin to Margaux
You'll cycle through long stretches of forest as you leave Hourtin, then reach the banks of the Gironde estuary where vineyards start appearing. This section of Medoc is home to some of France's most famous vineyards. Pedal through the region taking in the different landscapes, and finish the day in Margaux, a prestigious village recognized for its 'Grands Crus' wines.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour through Medoc vineyards (approximately 69 km)
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Margaux
- Visit Pauillac vineyards
Landmarks Pauillac Vineyards Margaux - Day 7
Margaux to Bordeaux
On your final cycling day, leave Château Margaux behind and pedal through vineyards until Bordeaux comes into view. Once you enter the city, cycle along the Garonne river's banks and finish at Place de la Bourse. Spend time walking through the traffic-free medieval streets and check out the white stone buildings that give the old town its character.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour from Margaux to Bordeaux (approximately 34 km)
- Walking tour of Bordeaux old town
Optional Activities
- Explore medieval streets
- View Place de la Bourse
Landmarks Château Margaux Garonne River Place de la Bourse Bordeaux Old Town 
- Day 8
Bordeaux
Your cycling tour finishes after breakfast. If you have extra time before heading out, staying longer in Bordeaux lets you explore the city at a slower pace without rushing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Bordeaux attractions
- Extend stay in Bordeaux
