Starting at
per person
Duration
12 nights
Level
2 - Easy - hilly - 40 to 70 km
Linking Toulouse to the Mediterranean, the Canal du Midi is characterized by the extraordinary light that inspired Van Gogh. Rich in history thanks to cities like Carcassonne and its medieval citadel, or Narbonne, the first Roman colony outside Italy, it offers a bountiful table where cassoulets and sausages take center stage.
And to help you fully enjoy this delightful itinerary, your route is centered around three base towns from which you can explore the surrounding area at your own pace. Cruise along the canal roads at your own pace, taking in the stunning scenery and stopping at every turn to discover the area’s rich history.
With the Self-guided option, enjoy your trip at your own pace and on your own terms. We’ll provide you with the itinerary and book your accommodations—the rest is up to you!
4 STOPOVER TOWNS: Your itinerary, designed as a loop around four stopover towns, minimizes the amount of travel and gives you plenty of time to explore and enjoy the places you visit.
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;
Not included: airfare for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; expenses in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap; coverage under the Travel Agents’ Client Compensation Fund (FICAV), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and its applicable discount.
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;
Not included: airfare for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment, such as the bicycle; a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; expenses in the event of a mechanical or physical mishap; coverage under the Travel Agents’ Client Compensation Fund (FICAV), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and its applicable discount.
Toulouse Airport
Toulouse Airport
Route rating: 2
A fairly easy route: features a few small valleys; 40 to 70 km
Bike rentals available: hybrid, road, and electric bikes
Toulouse Airport
Toulouse Airport
Route rating: 2
A fairly easy route: features a few small valleys; 40 to 70 km
Bike rentals available: hybrid, road, and electric bikes
Check out the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the information you need. Please note that the elevation changes are provided for informational purposes only and may not always reflect actual conditions on the ground.
Day 1
Meet at Toulouse Airport and transfer to Mirepoix (1 hour 30 minutes).
Day 2
A day off or a loop via Tourtrol, Dun, Lieurac, Larocque-d’Olmes, Pradettes, Limbrassac, and La Bastide-de-Bousignac (55 km).
Day 3
A rest day or a loop via Lafarge, Belpech, La Bardaille, La Tour-du-Crieu, St-Amadou, and Vals (63 km).
Day 4
Mirepoix, Val-de-Lambronne, Caudeval, Escueillens, Belvèze-du-Razès, Caihau, Lavalette, Carcassonne (52 km).
Day 5
A day off or a loop via Alairac, Arzens, Alzonne, Villèsquelande, Caux-et-Sauzens, and Lavalette (50 km).
Day 6
A day off or a loop via Berriac, Malves-en-Minervois, Villeneuve-Minervois, Conques-sur-Orbiel, and Villemoustaussou (46 km).
Day 7
Day off.
Day 8
Carcassonne, Trèbes, Aigues-Vives, Puichéric, Monbrun-des-Corbières, Ferrals-les-Corbières, Luc-sur-Orbieu, Ornaisons, Névian, Narbonne (74 km).
Day 9
A day off or a loop via Narbonne Plage, St-Pierre-la-Mer, and Vinassan (50 km).
Day 10
Rest day or loop via Gruissan (49 km).
Day 11
A day off or a loop via Cuxac-d’Aude, Sallèles-d’Aude, Bize-Minervois, Mailhac, Paraza, St-Marcel-sur-Aude, Moussan, and Narbonne. (58 km).
Day 12
Transfer from Narbonne to Toulouse (2 hours), followed by the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 13
Transfer to Toulouse Airport.
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