Arrive in Saint Malo. The town is easily accessible from Paris by TGV. You stay in a beautiful hotel in the center of Saint Malo. Orientation in the evening. To visit in Saint Malo: the walled city, the chateau of Saint-Malo with the Solidor Tower of Saint-Servan.
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Itinerary
Cycle along some of the most famous and beautiful beaches of France from Brittany to Normandy.
Starting in the fortified city of St Malo, you will ride to the famous Mont Saint Michel and visit its beautiful Abbey. Cycling along the scenic Bay of the Mont Saint Michel and in the inlands, you will arrive to the Normandy beaches, charged with history. Visit Utah Beach, Omaha Beach and Pointe du Hoc where museums and memorials will give you insight on the WW2 landings.
This Brittany to Normandy tour finishes in Bayeux where you can admire the famous 11th century tapestry, but also taste the delicious Normandy gastronomy products, such as Camembert cheese and Calvados.
This trip included :
- 7 nights of accommodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
- Daily breakfast at each hotel, 3 dinners included (2 dinners on upgraded version)
- Hybrid bike rental included
- Orientation in person with our local guide
- Detailed ROAD BOOK, including details maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets
- 1 GPS GARMIN OREGON for 3 people
- All luggage transfers
- Comprehensive trip literature
- Technical and emergency support available at all times
What's not included :
- Airfare to and from the trip
- Lodging before and after the trip
- Drinks
- Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook.
- Road bikes and electric assist bikes are on demand (extra fee)
Tour program
Day 1
ARRIVE IN ST MALO
Day 2
ST MALO TO MONT ST MICHEL
Cycle from Saint Malo towards Cancale. Here you reach the coast and see all the oyster farms that make Cancale famous. You ride through the fisherman village of Saint Benoit des Ondes, as well as the Mont Dol, from where you can enjoy a beautiful view. On a clear day from here you can also see the Mont Saint Michel - Unesco World Heritage site and architectural marvel. Once there, you will stay in a beautiful hotel. Leave time to explore the Mont and walk around its tiny streets!
Day 3
CYCLE AROUND THE BAY OF MONT SAINT MICHEL TO GRANVILLE
Ride along the cost in the Bay of Mont Saint Michel to Avranches. There are several worthwhile sites to visit this town dating back to the Roman era. Continue on the coast to Granville and stay in a nice hotel overlooking the beach.
Day 4
RIDE TO ST LO
Cut across the Normandy countryside to reach the Landing Beaches. You will stop in St Lo today. Along the way you will pass the town of Coutances where you must stop to visit the Cathedral of Coutances, which is visible from the sourrinding villages. In St Lo you stay in a very nice hotel. In St Lo you will find a virtually newly rebuilt city. The town was almost totally destroyed during the Battle of Normandy as it lies on an important crossroads and was a German stronghold. The city is however rich in history and WWII is part of it.
Day 5
RIDE TO SAINTE MARIE DU MONT VIA SAINTE MERE EGLISE
This ride is mostly flat to rolling coming up to the Normandy coast where the D-Day landings took place. Sainte Mere Eglise is an old settlement dating back to the 12th century, but it is most famous for its role during the Allied landing. Paratroopers famously landed here and fought some decisive battles that made this town the first one to be liberated. The movie "The Longest Day" depicts many events in Sainte Mere Eglise. Your hotel is nearby in Sainte Marie du Mont.
Day 6
LOOP RIDE TO UTAH BEACH
A loop tour from your hotel will first focus on Utah Beach close to your hotel, then move North along the coast to Saint Vaast. Return by the inland or by the same route. You can also opt for a shorter ride and take some time to visit Sainte Mere Eglise.
Day 7
RIDE TO BAYEUX
A slightly longer route, you need to leave early to have enough time to stop at the different sites along your itinerary. We suggest you to ride all the way to the Point du Hoc, immortalized in The Longest Day, and then leave time to visit the most famous WWII sites in the area: Colleville-sur-Mer and Omaha beach. Once in Colleville, take some time to visit the US Military cemetery, (172.5 acres). Continue to Bayeux.
Day 8
DEPARTURE DAY
Departure at your leisure after breakfast.
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