La Vélodyssée: from La Rochelle to Arcachon

from 1 310 € / pers.
/ 2 testimonials
Reference : ODYS12
8 days / 7 days riding
Difficulty : Moderate
Linear trip
From April to October
Departure: daily
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Your bike tour on La Vélodyssée, from La Rochelle to Arcachon:

From the port of La Rochelle, taking the cycle paths of “La Vélodyssée”, you ride along the coast through the pine forests until you reach the Belle Epoque villas of Royan. Cross the estuary of Grave by boat and head south to discover the Cap Ferret and the Bay of Arcachon. Enjoy the lively resorts and wild beaches.

Day 1 : Arrival in La Rochelle + excursion on the Ile de Ré | 54 km


Take time to visit the historic center of La Rochelle, the old port and its lively streets with arcades.

From the centre of La Rochelle, take a shuttle boat to the Ile de Ré (before 10 am)! Once you’ve arrived in Saint Martin de Ré, a seaside village of incomparable charm, set off along excellent and safe cycle paths to discover the magic of the Ile de Ré, a true cycling paradise. Cycling through salt marshes and maritime landscapes, you’ll reach Ars-en-Ré, listed as one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France“. On the way back, take a look at the ruins of the Abbaye des Châteliers. Rivedoux-Plage, with its white sandy beach, is more inviting. Return to La Rochelle by bike.

Day 2 : La Rochelle – Rochefort | 60 km


From the famous towers of La Rochelle harbour, ride along the cycling path by the ocean leading to Châtelaillon-Plage, a seaside city. Then you will reach the astonishing city of Rochefort,following the river banks of the Charente.

Day 3 : Rochefort – La Tremblade | 35 km


Then you will ride along a cycling path to the salt pan crossed by several small canals. Marennes is the first oyster farming pool in Europe: a perfect stopover to discover regional food!

Day 4 : La Tremblade – Royan | 37 km


Continue your journey between salt pans and the Seudre estuary. After Palmyre, “the Coast of Beauty” is a spectacular step thanks to an amazing cycling path with a sea view until Royan and its Belle Epoque villas.

Day 5 : Royan – Montalivet | 30 km


After Royan, go to the Pointe de Grave! You embark on the ferry to cross the mouth of the Gironde. Enjoy the bike paths in the shade of pine trees to reach Soulac sur Mer, a pleasant seaside resort and an ideal stopover. Its Romanesque basilica and its beautiful neo-colonial style villas are worth a stroll. The route continues between ocean and pine forest to Montalivet les Bains.

Day 6 : Montalivet – Lacanau Océan | 52 km


Continue on “La Vélodyssée” along the Atlantic. The easy route takes you through the dunes by beautiful forest trails. It’s hard to resist the call of bathing. Enjoy the pleasures of the ocean or lakes before joining Lacanau-Ocean, known worldwide for its surf spots. Before enjoying the sunset on the terrace or on the beach, you can discover beautiful villas that contribute to the charm of this lively resort.

Day 7 : Lacanau Océan – Arcachon | 43 km


Follow the Ocean until Arcachon. This stage is a subtle mix of pines and fines sands’ dunes. Leave your bikes, wherever you wish, to enjoy the beaches. Arriving at the Cap Ferret, take the ferry with your bikes, to reach Arcachon. The hotel will welcome you, not far from the beaches, to have fun in the Bay waves!

Day 8 : Departure during the day


Extend your Vélodyssée adventure!


To Biarritz with our trip: La Vélodyssée: from Arcachon to Biarritz (or Hendaye).

Select your category

standard category
Reference: ODYS12 STD
Low season
  • from April 15th to 25th
    from October 1st to 10th
  • Departure: daily
 
2 persons basis :(price per person)
* Single supplement
1 310 € / pers.
390 € / pers.*
High season
  • from April 26th to September 30th
  • Departure: daily
 
2 persons basis :(price per person)
* Single supplement
1 450 € / pers.
425 € / pers.*
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Category's details

Including :

• 7 nights with breakfasts (accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
• Luggage transport during the bike stages (1 luggage 20kg per person)
• Equipped cycle rental for 7 days
• Boat transfer La Rochelle > Ile de Ré on Day 2
• Boat transfer Royan > Le Verdon on Day 5
• Boat transfer Cap Ferret > Arcachon on Day 7
• 1 travel folder (per room) including colour maps
• A personalized navigation app showing points of interest along the route
• City taxes
• Hotline 7 days a week

Not including :

• Dinners / Lunches / Drinks
• Tickets to attractions, tours of attractions, tasting
• Optional insurances (Cancellation Insurance OR Tranquility Insurance)
• Single room supplement (7 nights included)
• Transfer from Arcachon to La Rochelle and personal bike repatriation

Children discount :from 0 to 2 years old : - 90%
from 3 to 11 years old : - 20%
from 12 to 15 years old : - 10%

(Only if the triple or quadruple rooms are occupied by 2 adults minimum )

According to the category(price per person)

standard category
Reference: ODYS12 STD
Extra night in La Rochelle
(accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
* Single supplement
Low season
+ 70 € / pers.
+ 45 € / pers.*
High season
+ 78 € / pers.
+ 55 € / pers.*
Extra night in Arcachon
(accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
* Single supplement
Low season
+ 80 € / pers.
+ 65 € / pers.*
High season
+ 85 € / pers.
+ 70 € / pers.*
Children discount :
from 0 to 2 years old : - 90% / from 3 to 11 years old : - 20% / from 12 to 15 years old : - 10%
(Only if the triple or quadruple rooms are occupied by 2 adults minimum )

Extras

• Bike discount
If you bring your own bike.
-110 € / pers.
• E-bike supplement
+ 130 € / pers.
• 'Solo' supplement
(in the case of a single person per booking)
+ 360 € / pers.

Your accommodation


standard category


These hotels offer all the comfort and well-earned rest after a cycling day (private bathroom). A perfect place to enjoy all the centres of interest around.
Pictures for indicative purposes. Depending on the availability.

Your cycle hire

VTC ARCADE bike - 21 speed gears

OPEN or CLOSED frame

  • 1 rear pannier
  • 1 front pannier
  • 1 repair kit
  • 1 lock (for 2 bikes)

Helmet not provided.

Possibility to rent an electric assistance bike :
ARCADE or EXS ebike
E-bike

UNIVERSAL frame

  • 1 rear pannier
  • 1 front pannier
  • 1 repair kit
  • 1 lock (for 2 bikes)

Helmet not provided.

Practical details
  • Bikes will be delivered at the 1st hotel.
  • At the end of the tour, leave the rental bikes at your hotel, we will pick them up.
> Your journey
> At the beginning of the tour
> How to arrive in La Rochelle
> Return

At the beginning of the tour

You will be expected before 10am on day 1 to board a shuttle to the Ile de Ré.

How to arrive in La Rochelle

By train:
From Paris Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (about 3h by TGV train).
For more information, do not hesitate to visit : www.sncf.com/en

By plane:

  • From Orly airport:
    – Taxi transfer to Paris Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by TGV train).

– Bus shuttle (Le Bus Direct) : from Orly Sud or Ouest >> Line 1 >> Paris Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by TGV train).
www.lebusdirect.com/en/lines-and-schedules/orly-airport-paris-etoile-champs-elysees-line.html

– Bus shuttle (Orly Bus) : from Orly Sud or Ouest > > Paris centre – stop ‘Denfert Rochereau’ >> Metro line 4 >> Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by TGV train).
http://aeroportorly.paris/orlybus.php

– Orly Val (automatic metro): from Orly Sud or Ouest >> Paris – stop ‘Antony’ >> RER B – stop ‘Denfert Rochereau’ >> Metro line 4 >> Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by TGV train).
http://aeroportorly.paris/orlyval.php
www.transilien.com/en
www.ratp.fr/en/plans-lignes

  • From Beauvais airport:
    – Taxi transfer to Paris Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by TGV train).

– Bus shuttle >> Paris – stop ‘Porte Maillot’ >> Metro line 1 + line 13 >> Paris Montparnasse train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by TGV train).
www.aeroportparisbeauvais.com/en/acces-et-transports/navettes/

Return

If you have to come back to the start point:

  • This return can be carry out by RandoVelo/Biking France (please contact us).
  • A return transfer by train is possible and organised on your own. Please visit: www.sncf.com/en
    Plan to go to the train station with your luggage (and your potential own bike)
    (Personal bike return costs are on your responsibility).
    – Arcachon train station >> Bordeaux St Jean train station >> La Rochelle Ville train station (by train or TGV train + train – env. 3h40).

If you have to return to Paris (city centre) / Paris Airports:

  • This return can be carry out by RandoVelo/Biking France (please contact us).
  • A return transfer by train is possible and organised on your own. Please visit: www.sncf.com/en
    Plan to go to the train station with your luggage (and your potential own bike)
    (Personal bike return costs are on your responsibility).
    – La Rochelle Ville train station >> Paris Montparnasse train station (about 3h by TGV train).
    – La Rochelle Ville train station >> St Pierre des Corps train station  or Poitiers train station (by TGV train) >> Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV Station (by TGV train).

Nearby Airports:
– Bordeaux Airport: www.bordeaux.aeroport.fr/en


Trip overall rating : / 2 testimonials

Marie-Hélène
France
travel date: 07 May 2023.
" Parfait!!! "

Tout a été en notre faveur. Beau temps, bel accueil, tout très bien organisé… Merci à vous.

Thierry
France
travel date: 20 August 2022.
" Très bon site "

Très bon site, interlocuteur toujours très sympatique et très réactif si imprévus

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