Brittany & Normandy Family Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

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)

One or more kids 20+ required (siblings 17+ ok)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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

Brittany & Normandy Family Bike Tour

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

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)

One or more kids 20+ required (siblings 17+ ok)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

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

2025: May-Aug

World War II Landmarks & Majestic Mont-St-Michel

Pedal back in time as you explore the rugged beauty of northwest France. Think Vikings. King Louis XIV. Allies landing. Here, history, nature and generous hospitality enchant the whole family.  

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Highlights

  • Travel on two wheels from Normandy's castles and Côte Fleurie to Brittany's apple orchards and Emerald Coast
  • Pause and listen to the waves by the fortified city of St-Malo, once home to French pirates  
  • Reflect on the past at Normandy's renowned World War II battle sites and memorials  
  • Explore the dreamlike island monastery and sacred pilgrimage destination of Mont-St-Michel  
  • Savor the local cuisine as you taste Cancale oysters, farm-fresh cheeses and crêpes paired with apple brandy and sparkling apple juice 
France Brittany & Normandy Family Bike Tour map

France

StartSt-Malo

EndCaen

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Bike an unforgettable route with vistas of the magnificently wild Emerald Coast • Unparalleled sea views await in the fortified city of St-Malo • A stop at a crêperie is a must as you enjoy rural rides and traditional Breton towns • Spin through St-Suliac, one of France’s Most Beautiful Villages • Linger in Cancale, the oyster capital of Brittany • Visit the elegant resort town of Dinard, once a favorite vacation destination for French aristocrats • Saunter along an attractive maze of cobblestone lanes, 13th-century half-timbered houses and art galleries in the charming harbor town of Dinan.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Hôtel La Villefromoy
St-Malo
Casual Hotel

A Second Empire villa set in the heart of Brittany with easy access to the beach and to the region's best sights.
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 3

Description

Discover the magical island monastery and cathedral of World Heritage Mont-St-Michel, an important European pilgrimage center and home to Europe's most dramatic tide change • Cycle through the Norman countryside as you move through the gentle landscape outside of Bayeux • While away the afternoon by the pool or at the spa at our welcoming château.

Accommodations

Night 3

Château de Sully
Sully
Casual Hotel

This charming 18th-century château nestled between the town of Bayeux and Omaha Beach is a delightful countryside getaway. (pool, spa) 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Ride Normandy's scenic waves of country roads • Explore the well-preserved battery at Longues-sur-Mer • Behold the ruins of artificial ports constructed to aid in the D-Day invasion in seaside Arromanches • Pause at Juno beach and check out the remains of the Mulberry harbor • Continue your family journey along the coast in an area of Normandy beloved for its grand manors and delicious cider and cheeses • Bike quiet roads through a chartreuse forest • Cycle alongside rolling pastures, apple orchards and peaceful woodland • Join a local historian for a private tour of Omaha Beach and the American Military Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer • Visit the gorgeously ornate 11th-century Bayeux Tapestry • Wander through lovely Bayeux, a great spot for an afternoon café.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Château de Bellefontaine
Bayeux
Casual Hotel

A gracious 18th-century château nestled amid the trees just outside the historic center of Bayeux.
 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

Adventure-Ready Hotels

Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Hôtel La Villefromoy
St-Malo

Casual Hotel

A Second Empire villa set in the heart of Brittany with easy access to the beach and to the region's best sights.
 

Night 3

Château de Sully
Sully

Casual Hotel

This charming 18th-century château nestled between the town of Bayeux and Omaha Beach is a delightful countryside getaway. (pool, spa) 

Nights 4-5

Château de Bellefontaine
Bayeux

Casual Hotel

A gracious 18th-century château nestled amid the trees just outside the historic center of Bayeux.
 

From $3,999 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Bike with drop handlebars and a "New" label on the top left
Backroads Next Generation Performance Road Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Ideal for avid cyclists
  • Redesigned for 2024
  • Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
  • Responsive, efficient and comfortable
  • Drop handlebars only
Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

  • Suited for a wide range of cyclists
  • Comfortable ergonomic seat
  • Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
  • Upright handlebars only
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Electric-Assist Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

Co-Motion Torpedo Tandem Bike
Tandem Bike
  • $400 rental fee
  • Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
  • Custom upgraded wheelset
  • Best for riders with some tandem experience.

From $3,999 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

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

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