Toulouse to Bordeaux Bike Tour

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Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

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Toulouse to Bordeaux Bike Tour

This trip is for:

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

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We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.

Activity Levels None (White)

See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2026: Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct 2027: Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct

From $5,999 - $6,499/person

Dordogne Valley, Occitan's Rocamadour & Medieval Châteaux

Through dramatic gorges, forested mountains and the river valleys of the lush Dordogne and the serene Lot—discover a rural side of France where wonder lies around every bend.

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Highlights

  • Sample fresh local specialties and wines from the world-renowned Cahors AOC, the birthplace of the Malbec grape
  • Bike along riverside routes that wind through prehistoric sites, elegant medieval architecture and several of France’s designated Les Plus Beaux Villages
  • Climb through the impressive World Heritage Site of Rocamadour, a tiered cliffside village, and delight in dazzling views overlooking the Quercy region
  • Explore the limestone caves of Gouffre de Padirac, an underground wonder with subterranean rivers, intricate rock structures and a cathedral-like dome
  • Ride through the idyllic Périgord region, passing castles, country estates and flower-filled lanes lined with honey-colored houses
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France

Start Toulouse

End Bordeaux

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top view of crop fields

Day 1

Description

Take in views of green pastures and picturesque villages as they appear majestically on the horizon • Enjoy lunch at a historic guinguette, a riverfront bar originating in the 17th century • Bike through the wooded glades, burbling streams and lush hills that make the Lot River Valley so spectacular • Taste the fruity notes of local Malbecs from the Cahors AOC • Rest your head at our luxurious riverside hotel.  

Accommodations

Night 1

Château de Mercuès
Mercuès
Premiere Hotel

Overlooking the Lot River and stunning Malbec vineyards, this historic castle-turned-hotel showcases the best of the region with exceptional views and even better red wines. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool)

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Guest cycling past small French countryside town.

Days 2-3

Description

Cycle through Cahor’s neatly arranged vineyards before heading into the hills, passing quiet farmland and tranquil hamlets • Break for a croissant and un café in the well-preserved medieval center of Labastide • Let our 14th-century castle-turned-hotel transport you back to medieval times • Michelin-starred food tastes even better on a terrace overlooking the Dordogne River • After a heart-pumping ride, explore the otherworldly caves of Gouffre de Padirac • Make your way back to our château through the limestone plateaus and dense woodlands of Causses du Quercy Natural Park. 

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Château de la Treyne
Souillac
Premiere Hotel

Perched on the banks of the meandering Dordogne River, this medieval château, surrounded by forests and acres of manicured gardens, is known for its prime location and Michelin-starred restaurant. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool) 

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
stone buildings along cliffside

Days 4-6

Description

Ready to venture into some of Southern France’s most iconic scenery? Visit awe-inspiring Rocamadour, a World Heritage Site often referred to as “the vertical village” because of its multilevel architecture built into the cliffs • Follow a rail-to-trail bike path hugging the curves of the Dordogne • Discover enchanting hamlets as you cycle through four of the Most Beautiful Villages in France, all in one ride • Sample the many flavors of Sarlat—France’s capital of walnuts, truffles and foie gras • Take time on your own to wander the medieval village of Domme and the cavernous grottoes hidden deep under its town center • Relax at our five-star hotel, with stunning views of the surrounding scenery.

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Nights 4-5

Domaine de Rochebois
Vitrac
Premiere Hotel

This elegant, fully-restored 19th-century estate features beautiful grounds with a panoramic terrace. (pool, spa) 

Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.

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Unplugged

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

Solo Room Savings

We’ve made it even easier to go solo or enjoy your own space on select dates with reduced private room fees.

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