From
per person
Duration
12 nights
Level
4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km
Auvergne is the archetype of the old French village life - with gentlemen in berets and ladies in aprons - of a beauty unknown to tourists. This peaceful life rests on the largest volcanic complex in Europe, dormant and beautifully green.
The landscape is spectacular, demanding for the calf yes, but of exceptional magnitude. During your stay, you will ride loops via Le Puy-en-Velay, the region's capital where the famous 12th century Notre-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 know. Long live Auvergne, the effort, the culture and the delicious meals!
With the Self-guided formula, enjoy your stay according to your desires, in total independence. We give you the itinerary, we book your accommodation and the rest is up to you!
3 STOPOVER TOWNS: Your itinerary, designed in loops around three stopover towns, limits the number of trips you make and leaves you free to discover and appreciate the places you visit.
Transfer between the airport and the hotel, to and from the destination;
12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;
Not included: air transportation of passenger, baggage and bicycle; equipment such as bicycle; presence of a guide; mechanical breakdown service and access to a support vehicle; costs in the event of a mechanical or physical problem; Travel Agent Customer Indemnity Fund (TACIF) coverage of $1 per $1,000 and applicable discount.
Transfer between the airport and the hotel, to and from the destination;
12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;
Not included: air transportation of passenger, baggage and bicycle; equipment such as bicycle; presence of a guide; mechanical breakdown service and access to a support vehicle; costs in the event of a mechanical or physical problem; Travel Agent Customer Indemnity Fund (TACIF) coverage of $1 per $1,000 and applicable discount.
Lyon Airport
Lyon Airport
Circuit rating: 4
fairly difficult circuit;
hilly and mountainous, relatively important difference in level;
from 50 to 90 km.
Lyon Airport
Lyon Airport
Circuit rating: 4
fairly difficult circuit;
hilly and mountainous, relatively important difference in level;
from 50 to 90 km.
Day 1
Meet up at Lyon airport and transfer to Puy-en-Velay (2h).
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 (82 to 96 km).
Day 4
Free day or loop via Lavoûte-sur-Loire, Rosière, Retournac, Roche-en-Régnier, Vorey, Blanzac, Polignac, Le Puy (83 km).
Day 5
Le Puy-en-Velay, Chaspuzac, Siaugues-Saint-Romain, Langeac, Chastel, Sistrières, Saint-Flour (89 km).
Day 6
Free day or loop via Le Château d'Alleuze, Fridefont, Val-d'Arcomie, Viaduc de Garabit, Combechalde, Le Pirou. Option via Pratlong, La Besseyre-des-Fabres, Ruynes-en-Margeride (61 to 75 km).
Day 7
Day at leisure or loop via Villedieu, Oradour, Ste-Marie, Pierrefort, Paulhac. Option via Brezons, Lustrande. (87 or 103 km).
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 Le Château de Murol, 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 h 15).
Day 13
Transfer to Lyon airport.
