What is the difficulty level of this tour?

This is an easy tour on mostly flat terrain with gentle cycling paths and quiet roads. The only notable climbing is on Day 2 through the Entre-Deux-Mers hillsides. An e-bike option is available for extra comfort.

What type of accommodation is provided?

You will stay in a mix of 3-star hotels and charming guesthouses. The final two nights are in a 3 or 4-star hotel in Arcachon. All nights include breakfast, and one dinner is included on Day 3.

How do I get to the starting point and back?

A taxi transfer from Bordeaux to Cadillac is included on Day 1. At the end, you take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux, approximately one hour and 12 euros per person.

What type of bike is best for this tour?

A touring bike is ideal for the flat paths and quiet roads. E-bikes and gravel bikes are also available.

When is the best time to do this tour?

The tour runs from April to October with no departures on Thursdays. Late spring and early autumn offer mild weather. July and August bring warmer days by the ocean.

Is luggage transfer included?

Yes, your luggage is transferred between accommodations on all cycling days.

Is the boat trip to Cap Ferret included?

Yes, a return boat ticket across Arcachon Bay to Cap Ferret is included on Day 6.

Can I do this tour as a solo traveller?

Yes, the tour welcomes solo travellers with a dedicated solo supplement.

From Bordeaux Vineyards to Arcachon and Cap Ferret by Bike

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Short Description

Cycle from the Bordeaux vineyards to the Atlantic through the Sauternes wine region and the Landes pine forest. Spend an extra day exploring Cap Ferret by boat across Arcachon Bay. Six nights of easy riding through southwest France.

Tour Program

Day 1: Arrival in Bordeaux – Transfer to Cadillac
You will arrive in Bordeaux by train or plane. A taxi will take you to Cadillac, where your adventure begins. Settle into your hotel and collect your guidebook. The small town of Cadillac, on the banks of the Garonne, offers a gentle introduction to the Gironde countryside.
Night and breakfast in hotel 3\*.

Day 2: The Entre-Deux-Mers (44 km; +430 m)
You will cycle through the Premières Côtes de Bordeaux, where vineyards cascade down to the Garonne. The route passes the Château Malromé, former home of painter Toulouse-Lautrec, and the Domaine de Malagar. You will cross the old merchant town of Saint-Macaire before reaching the bastide of Cadillac and its imposing castle.
Night and breakfast in guesthouse or hotel 3\*.

Day 3: Through the Sauternes Vineyards to the Landes Forest (45–50 km; +175 m)
You will cross to the left bank of the Garonne and enter the world-famous Sauternes vineyards, home to the legendary Château d’Yquem. At Balizac, the scenery transforms as you enter the Regional Natural Park of Landes de Gascogne, a vast expanse of pine forest and heather. The day ends in the charming village of Saint-Symphorien.
Dinner, night and breakfast in charming guesthouse.

Day 4: Through the Landes de Gascogne (55–60 km; +100 m)
A lovely forest road takes you westward through dense pine forest, the scent of resin growing richer with every kilometre. Discover the hidden waters of the Lagoons of Gât-Mort beneath a carpet of fern. The Lakes of Hostens offer shade by the shore. The road then winds to Le Barp, where a charming stone-built hotel with a swimming pool awaits.
Night and breakfast in hotel 3\*.

Day 5: Towards Arcachon Bay and the Ocean (50 km; +0 m)
You will cycle along a gentle track to Mios, then follow a quiet road as the pine forest gradually thins. At Le Teich, the park meets the sea and the landscape opens wide to the luminous Bay of Arcachon. A coastal path carries you through salt air to Gujan-Mestras and finally to Arcachon.
Night and breakfast in hotel 3 or 4\*.

Day 6: Cap Ferret (20 km; +20 m)
You will take the boat across Arcachon Bay to Cap Ferret and cycle along the western shore. Climb the lighthouse for sweeping views, then pedal on to the oyster village of L’Herbe and the Tapper’s Shack. A relaxed day with the salt breeze as your companion. Catch the last boat back to your hotel.
Night and breakfast in hotel 3 or 4\*.

Day 7: Departure
Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux (approximately 1 hour).

Tour details

LinearSelfguidedCouplesSolo travelersFriendsMinimum 1 personMinimum age 16 years

✅ What is included in the trip?

🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
🍽️ 1 dinner (drinks excluded)
💼 Luggage transfer
📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7
🗺️ Maps
📲 GPS or navigation APP
🚕 Taxi transfer first day to the hotel or last day (if arrival by car)
🚢 Arcachon bay crossing by boat (return ticket) on day 6

❌ What is not included?

🚎 Transfers not listed as Included
✈️ Journey to/from the starting point
🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as Included
🖼️ Entrance fees and extras not listed
🌎 Tourist taxes
🛡️ Travel insurance

🙋 Common questions

What is the difficulty level of this tour?
This is an easy tour on mostly flat terrain with gentle cycling paths and quiet roads. The only notable climbing is on Day 2 through the Entre-Deux-Mers hillsides. An e-bike option is available for extra comfort.
What type of accommodation is provided?
You will stay in a mix of 3-star hotels and charming guesthouses. The final two nights are in a 3 or 4-star hotel in Arcachon. All nights include breakfast, and one dinner is included on Day 3.
How do I get to the starting point and back?
A taxi transfer from Bordeaux to Cadillac is included on Day 1. At the end, you take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux, approximately one hour and 12 euros per person.
What type of bike is best for this tour?
A touring bike is ideal for the flat paths and quiet roads. E-bikes and gravel bikes are also available.
When is the best time to do this tour?
The tour runs from April to October with no departures on Thursdays. Late spring and early autumn offer mild weather. July and August bring warmer days by the ocean.
Is luggage transfer included?
Yes, your luggage is transferred between accommodations on all cycling days.
Is the boat trip to Cap Ferret included?
Yes, a return boat ticket across Arcachon Bay to Cap Ferret is included on Day 6.
Can I do this tour as a solo traveller?
Yes, the tour welcomes solo travellers with a dedicated solo supplement.