France: Normandy & Brittany
Bike France through Normandy’s hedgerow-lined pastures and timeless villages and Brittany’s medieval enclaves, with views of shimmering sea during this fascinating journey.
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 15 - 30|
- Biking: 2 - 4.5 hr|
- Group Size: 20
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$4,395
7-day Bike Tour Only
$3,545
Per person, double occupancy

France: Normandy & Brittany
Fortified seaside Saint-Malo and historical D-Day beaches frame this fascinating journey. Immerse yourself in two classic regions: Normandy and Brittany as you bike France across fertile Norman farmland and into picturesque Breton ports. You’ll learn how the drama of World War II still resounds along the famous beaches and headlands of Normandy and experience Brittany’s seafaring lifestyle. Hop off your bike to peruse outdoor market stalls, wander the winding cobblestone streets of fairytale-like towns, or even swim in the English Channel, with a tour of Mont Saint-Michel a fitting grand finale. And indulge your taste buds with regional cuisine along the way, sampling some of the world’s freshest oysters, creamy Camembert cheese, and crisp apple cider.What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of easy terrain mixed with moderate hills. Our VBT van support shuttle is always available for those who need assistance. Ideal for beginning and experienced cyclists.
- Daily Mileage: 15 - 30|
- Biking: 2 - 4.5 hr|
- Group Size: 20
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Tour Highlights
- Cycle through rolling pastureland and picturesque villages into rural Normandy, passing hedgerows and half-timbered country manors, châteaux and abbeys.
- Visualize the dramatic events of D-Day as you tour Omaha Beach with a local guide.
- Delve into World War II history as you cycle to the American Cemetery and D-Day Museum to explore and reflect at your own pace.
- Swim in the English Channel.
- Learn how cider is made during a visit to a family-run apple orchard—and enjoy a taste and picnic.
- Enjoy the breath-taking views from your beachside five-star hotel in Brittany.
- Stroll a fairytale setting of ramparts, half-timbered houses, and harbor views on a guided tour of the Breton town of Dinan.
- View historic granite houses draped with fishing nets in the quaint Breton village of Saint-Suliac.
- Savor crepes, a paper-thin style savory pancake and specialty of Brittany during dinner at an authentic creperie.
- Taste some of the world’s freshest oysters that enchanted King Louis XIV in the charming port town of Cancale.
- Visit spectacular Mont Saint-Michel, the medieval island-village crowned by its well-preserved Benedictine abbey.
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr54º/43º
May63º/46º
Jun68º/52º
Jul72º/55º
Aug70º/55º
Sep68º/52º
Oct61º/46º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr1.8 in
May2.4 in
Jun1.9 in
Jul1.9 in
Aug2.1 in
Sep2.8 in
Oct2.7 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Transfers to and from international airport | ||
Two nights in conveniently located Paris hotels with breakfasts included | ||
6 nights in 3- and 5-star hotels | ||
12 meals: 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners |

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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
See More >Biking Packages Include:
Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Vehicle Support
Luggage Transfers
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2021 Pre-Trip Extension - Paris
2 Nights From $395 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $345
- 2 nights at the Hotel Pullman Paris Centre Bercy
- Daily breakfast
- City Information
- Airport transfers
Depart home for France. The particulars of your arrival overseas are detailed with your flight itinerary.
Upon arrival at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) Airport, claim your luggage and clear customs. If your luggage is lost, fill in a PIR form before leaving the customs area; VBT representatives are not allowed into the customs area. Please make sure that your VBT luggage tags are attached to your bags. This helps the representative identify you.
After exiting customs, enter the arrival hall and look for your VBT representative or driver, who will be holding a VBT sign. Your representative will welcome you to France and arrange for your transfer via taxi or van to our Paris hotel (approximately 60 minutes, depending on traffic). At this time, please verify with your airport representative the time of your transfer to Bayeux, where you will begin your main trip. If you are delayed in meeting your VBT representative at the CDG Airport, please call 06 72 07 59 24 or 06 15 15 15 25 from within France. Outside of France, call +33 672 07 59 24 or +33 615 15 15 25. Your hotel room may not be available until 3:00 p.m. If you arrive early, you may store your luggage with the reception desk.
Please note: for early morning arrivals in Paris, the hotel may charge an early check-in fee if your room is ready before their normal check-in time and this fee will be at your expense if you decide to check-in early.
VBT provides you with City Information that includes information and recommendations for what to see and do in Paris. Enjoy the rest of the day to relax or to begin exploring the City of Light on your own.
Accommodation: Hotel Pullman Paris Bercy, Paris
Today, see for yourself why Paris has inspired poets, lovers, emperors, and artists for centuries. Start with a stroll through Bercy Village, a neighborhood of small wine warehouses from the late 19th century converted into shops and restaurants. Continue into the adjacent Parc de Bercy, which stretches from the Metro station all the way to the Palais Omnisport de Paris Bercy. This large, neatly planned park offers small lakes and plenty of hidden pathways to explore.
Then, hop on Metro line 14 from Metro station Cour Saint-Emilion; within a few minutes you can alight at Chatelet, Pyramides, or Madeleine Metro to continue your exploration of Paris.
Accommodation: Hotel Pullman Paris Bercy, Paris
Included Meals: Breakfast
Take another day to discover Paris on your own. VBT Air Package guests arrive throughout the day.
Accommodation: Hotel Pullman Paris Bercy, Paris
Included Meals: Breakfast

Guest Reviews 80 out of 83 (96%) of reviewers recommend this tour
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