Toulouse to Bordeaux Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

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)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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

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

Toulouse to Bordeaux Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

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)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

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

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

2025: Apr-Jun, Aug-Oct

Dordogne Valley, Occitan's Rocamadour & Medieval Châteaux

From the rosé-hued city of Toulouse, cycle through two gorgeous river valleys—the Dordogne and the Lot. Discover a quieter more rural version of France, where the road less traveled looks a lot like a fairy tale. Through dramatic gorges and forested mountains, prehistoric caves and the honey-colored villages of the Périgord, wonder awaits just around the river bend.   

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Highlights

  • Savor Michelin-starred cuisine and wine from the world-renowned Cahors AOC, where the Malbec grape originated 
  • Bike on riverside routes that meander through prehistoric sites, elegant medieval architecture and several of France’s Most Beautiful Villages 
  • Experience the World Heritage site of Rocamadour, an iconic cliffside village overlooking the Quercy region
  • Visit the limestone caves of Gouffre de Padirac, an underground wonder with subterranean rivers, intricate rock structures and a cathedral-like dome 
France Toulouse to Bordeaux Bike Tour map

France

StartToulouse

EndBordeaux

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Itinerary

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, spa)

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

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

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.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Domaine de Rochebois
Vitrac
Premiere Hotel

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

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

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From $5,999 /person

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

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

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, spa)

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) 

Nights 4-5

Domaine de Rochebois
Vitrac

Premiere Hotel

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

From $5,999 /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 $5,999 /person

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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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