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Carcassonne - Nice. May-June 2019
Hand picked, tried and tested. Emphasis on quality. Character locations, bars and restaurants on doorstep. Plentiful buffet breakfasts. Secure overnight garage for the bikes.
Departing from within sight of the fortified Citadel of Carcassonne, this is a truly beautiful ride through Southern France. Spectacular gorges, flowing descents, hillside towns, market squares and the nightlife in Nice make this a ride that will stay long in the memory.
The route is 7 days of riding, 469 miles with 10,990m of ascent and 11,401m of descent.
Upon arrival at Toulouse or Carcassonne airport you will be met by our tour driver for the short transfer to our hotel in Carcassonne.
The welcome meal takes place in the ancient citadel just a short walk from the hotel allowing the riders to meet the tour leader and each other.
A full tour briefing takes place after the welcome meal in readiness for the grand depart the following morning.
The day starts with a relaxed breakfast with coffee & lunch stops taken each day. Every evening there will be a briefing of the next day's ride. We plan to celebrate your arrival in Vence (15 minutes from Nice) with a glass of something suitable!
Celebrations continue into the evening in Vence old town before a free transfer to the airport the following day or stay longer if you wish.
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Expect breathtaking scenery and quiet roads as we pedal through the glorious national parks of Haut-Languedoc, Cevennes, Luberon, Verdon and the Alpes Maritimes.
The exception to the rule is the day that we spend on the slopes of the iconic Ventoux - mingle with cyclists of all nationalities and enjoy the buzz of the shops and restaurants in the nearby towns.
Riders typically organise their flights to arrive in Toulouse or Carcassonne itself on Friday.
The tour rolls out on Saturday arriving in Nice 7 days later on the following Friday. Flights home are normally organised for the Saturday after a night of celebration in Vence.
Local bike hire is available however please let us know at the time of booking!
