Close×
Europe
France

Auvergne - Self-guided

Cycling vacations at the foot of the volcanoes
Self-guided
The Self-guided experience is for autonomous cyclists on the road. You choose your departure date and your dream destination, and you benefit from trip planning done by our consultants: transportation, lodging, meals and, of course, our exclusive itineraries are included. These itineraries offer interesting routes around stopover cities chosen for their services and accommodations. This way, you leave with all the information you need to make your trip a success. Once you arrive at your destination, you will enjoy greater freedom, without a guide or support vehicle, allowing you to choose what your days will consist of!

Prices to come

Duration

13 days

12 nights

Level

Level:

4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km

Dates and prices

Date*
Duration
Prices from
Note
( * Contact us to check availability. )

A volcanic ride

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!

Ride Self-guided

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!

Another way to discover Europe

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. 

Package including

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;

  • the transport of the luggage between each stopover city(one per person, maximum 20 kg) as well as the transport of the bicycle box;
  • GPX data, maps and daily itineraries in digital version;
  • the transfer planned on day 12;
  • taxes;
  • information to ensure a smooth trip: contact information and phone numbers of transportation providers at the destination, bicycle stores, an emergency number, etc;

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.

 

Package including

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;

  • the transport of the luggage between each stopover city(one per person, maximum 20 kg) as well as the transport of the bicycle box;
  • GPX data, maps and daily itineraries in digital version;
  • the transfer planned on day 12;
  • taxes;
  • information to ensure a smooth trip: contact information and phone numbers of transportation providers at the destination, bicycle stores, an emergency number, etc;

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.

 

Other information

Departure/return

Lyon Airport

Lyon Airport

Circuit rating: 4
fairly difficult circuit;
hilly and mountainous, relatively important difference in level;
from 50 to 90 km.

Other information

Departure/return

Lyon Airport

Lyon Airport

Circuit rating: 4
fairly difficult circuit;
hilly and mountainous, relatively important difference in level;
from 50 to 90 km.

Day by day cycling itinerary

1

Day 1

Meet up at Lyon airport and transfer to Puy-en-Velay (2h).

2

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)

3

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).

4

Day 4

Free day or loop via Lavoûte-sur-Loire, Rosière, Retournac, Roche-en-Régnier, Vorey, Blanzac, Polignac, Le Puy (83 km).

5

Day 5

Le Puy-en-Velay, Chaspuzac, Siaugues-Saint-Romain, Langeac, Chastel, Sistrières, Saint-Flour (89 km).

6

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).

7

Day 7

Day at leisure or loop via Villedieu, Oradour, Ste-Marie, Pierrefort, Paulhac. Option via Brezons, Lustrande. (87 or 103 km).

8

Day 8

Saint-Flour, Talizat, Neussargues-en-Pinatelle, Allanche, Marcenat, Montgreleix, Espinchal, Besse-en-Chandesse, Saint-Nectaire (95 km).

9

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).

10

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).

11

Day 11

Free day.

12

Day 12

Transfer from Saint-Nectaire to Lyon (2 h 15).

13

Day 13

Transfer to Lyon airport.