France: Vineyards of Beaujolais
Self-Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 17 - 43 miles|
- Biking: 2 - 4 hours
Starting From
9-day Air Package
$3,995
6-day Bike Tour Only
$2,995
Per person, double occupancy
France: Vineyards of Beaujolais
VBT knows Beaujolais like the back of our hand—and it shows. From the moment you meet your VBT Local host, you’llfeel like a Beaujolais insider—enjoying 24/7 support when you need it, and independence when you don’t. On this splendid self-guided adventure, VBT reveals the scenic routes and hidden vineyard chateaux that took us years of pedaling to discover. Along the way, spin through charming medieval villages in Viré-Clessé, Pouilly-Fuissé, and Les Pierres Dorées—where you can sample some of the world’s finest vintages. Savor two included dinners—without leaving the castle grounds. Revel in the opulence of French chateaux during a stay in not one, but two, castle hotels—including one with an on-site oenothèque and the luxury of French hospitality at its finest.
Tour Highlights
- Cycle among the iconic vineyards of Beaujolais, coasting through charming wine villages producing some of France’s great wines.
- Explore the renowned wine appellations and stunning stone villages of Pouilly-Fuissé, Saint-Amour, and Romaneche-Thorins.
- Ride into Cluny, once the world’s epicenter of Christianity, and view its 10th-century abbey.
- Sample fine Chardonnays when you pause in the village that gave the white wine its name.
- Savor the luxurious amenities and stunning settings of two Beaujolais châteaux, where gourmet meals and home-produced wines elevate your vacation.
Positive Impact
VBT is proud to support Wine to Water with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Wine to Water is an international organization providing access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in water-challenged regions. We believe in giving back to the places that have enriched the lives of our guests. We’re committed to identifying and supporting sustainable initiatives in a variety of areas including education, world health, economic equality, safe drinking water, the environment, and the preservation of cultural traditions.
What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of easy terrain and moderate hills and is ideal for beginner and experienced cyclists. Rides are on flat to rolling paved roads and some bike lanes. Urban riding in and out of the small city of Mâcon is mainly on bike lanes and bike paths. Country roads have little traffic in the middle of the day. Please verify your bike selection for this tour, as it is not always possible to change bikes once you arrive on tour. Travel with your friends and family—we can accommodate multiple guests on this self-guided vacation. Our 24/7 support system is available if needed.
- Daily Mileage: 17 - 43 miles|
- Biking: 2 - 4 hours
Cycling
Cyclists
System
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
May67º/50º
Jun73º/57º
Jul80º/61º
Aug79º/60º
Sep72º/54º
Oct61º/47º
Average
Precipitation:
May3 in
Jun3.1 in
Jul2.6 in
Aug3.1 in
Sep3.0 in
Oct3.4 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Detailed information for your independent travel to/from arrival and departure airports | ||
One night in Paris and one night in Lyon in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast | ||
5 nights at a boutique hotel and 2 historic château hotels | ||
7 meals: 5 breakfasts, 2 dinners | ||
Puncture-protected tires |
Road Bicycle (Carbon frame)
See More >Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
See More >Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
See More >Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
See More >Self-Guided Biking Packages Include:
Custom VBT bike with puncture-protected tires
Welcome orientation and bike fitting
Luggage transportation
Ride with GPS and daily route notes
VBT Road Book with destination information
24/7 emergency support from local host
Helmet, bike bag, and tool kit
Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
The trip was amazing and very enjoyable. The only glitch was the tunnel was closed on one of the day trips and the copied map provided for the alternative route wasn’t very clear and we got lost. We called the support person but it was 2 hours before he called us back.
France: Vineyards of Beaujolais
Amazing biking, food, hotels and local experiences. Beaujolais is one of the best kept secrets of France. Absolutely loved the flexibility of a self-guided vacation: we controlled our schedule, had all our days mapped out, great bikes, they moved our luggage from hotel to hotel, and we rode through breathtaking landscapes!
France: Vineyards of Beaujolais
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