Starting from
per person
Duration
12 nights
Level
4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km
Auvergne is the archetype of old rural France—with men wearing berets and women wearing aprons—and boasts a beauty that is little known to tourists. This peaceful way of life is set against the backdrop of Europe's largest volcanic complex, now dormant and covered in beautiful greenery.
The landscape is spectacular, demanding on the calves but exceptionally beautiful. During your stay, you will make loops via Le Puy-en-Velay, the capital where the famous12th-centuryNotre-Dame cathedral is located, Saint-Flour, a sub-prefecture perched on a rocky outcrop, and Saint-Nectaire, the town that gave its name to the delicious cheese we all know. We can't wait to experience Auvergne, its hard work, culture, and delicious food!
With the Self-guided option, enjoy your stay however you want, in complete independence. We give you the itinerary, book your accommodation, and the rest is up to you!
3 STAGE TOWNS: Your itinerary, designed as loops around three stage towns, limits the amount of travel and gives you plenty of time to discover and enjoy the places you visit. Make the most of it!
transfer between the airport and the hotel, at the destination, on arrival and departure;
12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;
Not included: air transportation for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment such as bicycles; the presence of a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs in the event of mechanical or physical problems; Protection under the Travel Agents' Customer Compensation Fund (TACCF), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and applicable discount.
transfer between the airport and the hotel, at the destination, on arrival and departure;
12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;
Not included: air transportation for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment such as bicycles; the presence of a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs in the event of mechanical or physical problems; Protection under the Travel Agents' Customer Compensation Fund (TACCF), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and applicable discount.
Lyon Airport
Lyon Airport
Route rating: 4
fairly difficult route;
hilly and mountainous, relatively significant elevation changes;
from 50 to 90 km.
Lyon Airport
Lyon Airport
Route rating: 4
fairly difficult route;
hilly and mountainous, relatively significant elevation changes;
from 50 to 90 km.
Day 1
Meet at Lyon airport and transfer to Puy-en-Velay (2 hours).
Day 2
Free day or loop via Solignac-sur-Loire, Cayres, Séjallières, St-Privat-d'Allier, Montbonnet, Bains. Option via St-Préjet d'Allier, Monistrol d'Allier. (75 to 82 km)
Day 3
Free day or loop via Les Baraques, Le Brignon, Ussel, St-Martin-de-Fugères, Les Estables, Laussonne, Lantriac, Coubon, Le Puy (52 to 60 miles).
Day 4
Free day or loop via Lavoûte-sur-Loire, Rosière, Retournac, Roche-en-Régnier, Vorey, Blanzac, Polignac, Le Puy (52 miles).
Day 5
Le Puy-en-Velay, Chaspuzac, Siaugues-Saint-Romain, Langeac, Chastel, Sistrières, Saint-Flour (55 miles).
Day 6
Free day or loop via Alleuze Castle, Fridefont, Val-d'Arcomie, Garabit Viaduct, Combechalde, Le Pirou. Option via Pratlong, La Besseyre-des-Fabres, Ruynes-en-Margeride (61 to 75 km).
Day 7
Free day or loop via Villedieu, Oradour, Ste-Marie, Pierrefort, Paulhac. Option via Brezons, Lustrande. (54 or 67 miles).
Day 8
Saint-Flour, Talizat, Neussargues-en-Pinatelle, Allanche, Marcenat, Montgreleix, Espinchal, Besse-en-Chandesse, Saint-Nectaire (95 km).
Day 9
Free day or loop via Murol Castle, Le Mont-Dore, La Bourboule, Col de la Croix-Morand, Beaune le Froid, Freydefont. Option via La Tour-d'Auvergne, Col de la Soeur (75 to 90 km).
Day 10
Free day or loop via Montaigut-le-Blanc, Saint-Floret, Issoire, St-Babel, Vic-le-Comte, Longue, Tallende, Saint-Saturnin, Olloix, Les Arnats. (85 km).
Day 11
Free day.
Day 12
Transfer from Saint-Nectaire to Lyon (2 hours 15 minutes).
Day 13
Transfer to Lyon airport.
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