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Highlights
Bike through the stunning Beaujolais region in France
Cycle the Beaujolais Wine Route, a region surrounded by beautiful architecture and vineyards
Discover some of the best French gastronomy along your route
Visit numerous medieval French towns, full of architecture and history
Have all the logistics being taken care for you, as you cycle from village to village with your group only
Beaujolais is one of the most well-known wines in the world but there are a lot of surprises hidden away in the picturesque vineyards.
This tour will take you through all the Beaujolais vineyards that stretch from Lyon to Macon. You will cycle through the countryside known as La Terre des Pierres Dorées, the land of the golden stones – which is absolutely breathtaking. It features intact medieval villages nestled amid rolling hills and imposing chateaus that hulk in the distance. The area has the reputation as France’s Tuscany.
Beaujolais is one of the most well-known wines in the world but there are a lot of surprises hidden away in the picturesque vineyards.
This tour will take you through all the Beaujolais vineyards that stretch from Lyon to Macon. You will cycle through the countryside known as La Terre des Pierres Dorées, the land of the golden stones – which is absolutely breathtaking. It features intact medieval villages nestled amid rolling hills and imposing chateaus that hulk in the distance. The area has the reputation as France’s Tuscany.
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Beaujolais by Bike Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Lyon
Afternoon arrival in Lyon. A taxi transfer to your hotel near Asne. The hotel reception will give you a tour package with instructions and the essentials to have a successful tour (road-book, maps, tourist information, bicycles…).
Overnight Location: Hotel near Asne
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Anse/Ambérieux d’Azergues to Vaux en Beaujolais
You will start your cycling in the Golden Stones region, so-called because the houses here are built with a rare kind of limestone that lends them a gingerbread hue. Quaint villages that have stood for centuries, seemingly outside of time, preside over sweeping valleys on your scenic ride through the country. Your bike will take you to Oingt, widely considered one of France’s most beautiful villages. Perched atop a lush promontory, this fortified city boasts a medieval tower that grants magnificent views of the surrounding country. Overnight in Vaux en Beaujolais.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Vaux en Beaujolais
Distance: 44km, 918m of ascent, 733m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Vaux en Beaujolais to Romanèche Thorins
The village of Vaux-en-Beaujolais emerges like a hamlet in a fairy-tale – this picturesque stone town is perched on a rocky spur ensnared by a sea of vineyards. Today’s route will take you across the vineyards with the classified «appellations» of the Beaujolais Villages. Once you reached Romanèche Thorins you will be invited on a very informative tour at Hameau Duboeuf through a magic world dedicated to wine and the vine. Overnight at the hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Romanèche Thorins
Distance: 29km, 340m of ascent, 504m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Romanèche Thorins to Mâcon
Day through the Beaujolais valleys: Saint Amour Bellevue – Solutré Pouilly – Mâcon. Your way will continue through the vineyards of the most well-known wine appellations, such as: Moulin à Vent, Chénas, Fleurie, Julienas, Saint Amour. Before the arrival in Macon, you will pass near the Solutré rock, with a unique landscape and panoramic views.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mâcon
Distance: 33km, 478m of ascent, 478m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Departure
Departure your hotel after breakfast.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
2024 Departures The departures are available between Wednesdays and Saturdays, from March to October.
- Single room: from EUR1312*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR913*
Accommodation on Beaujolais by Bike Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Beaujolais by Bike Tour?
Meals
4 breakfasts are included, as well as wine tasting on day 3. Half board upgrades are available for a supplement.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 4 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Daily luggage transfers are included, as well as a taxi transfer from Lyon to the starting village on the first day.
Also Included
- Visit and wine tasting at Hameau Duboeuf on day 3
- Description of the tour
- Roadbook (maps and itinerary details)
- GPS tracks to follow on a mobile App
- Tourist information
- Welcome briefing
- 7/7 assistance
- Tourist taxes
Not included
- Lunches, dinners and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Visits or activities suggested on the tour
- Insurance
- Train tickets
- Bike rental
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Bike rental (e-bikes available)
- Optional activities or excursions
- Half board supplement
- How hard is the Beaujolais by Bike Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to France
- I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
- Are meals included on the Beaujolais by Bike Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Lyon to start this tour?
- Where does the Beaujolais by Bike Tour end?
- Can I rent a bike?
- Can I bring my own bike?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to France?
- Are there any travel restrictions for France?
We rate this tour as a 4 / 5. Due to hilly terrain where climbs cannot be avoided, this trip is not recommended for the beginners. It is advised to have previous multi-day biking experience.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
4 breakfasts are included, as well as wine tasting on day 3. Half board upgrades are available for a supplement.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.
You can get to Lyon via flight or via train. The pickup either from airport, train station or your accommodation in downtown Lyon is already included.
The tour ends in Macon, from where you can depart by taking take the High-Speed Train at Macon-Loché TGV train station.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes Scott Sub Sport 30. You can also rent an e-bike (Scott Sub Eride 30).
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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