8 or 15 days · bike & camping · 10 to 18 participants

France looks better
from a bike saddle.

A cycling trip with tent and backpack, guided from the first to the last mile. No experience required — just the will to ride.

15
days on the road
~45
km per stage on average
18
spots per trip
1
dedicated guide
The concept

In an increasingly individualistic world, where everyone withdraws into themselves, we offer a multi-day cycling trip to reconnect with nature — and with the spirit of the group.

Who has ever woken up out in nature?
Who has felt what that does to their body?

We want to return to the roots of travel: a bike, a tent, and of course long shared tables at the restaurants we pass along the way, to keep that group spirit alive.

The route

Fifteen stages, one direction: forward.

A route designed for a mixed-ability group — gentle elevation, campsites reachable by bike, rest days in the right places.

DAY 1
Departure & getting settled
Meeting the group, bike fitting, short first stage
DAY 4
Along the water
Riverside stages, flat terrain, cruising pace
DAY 8
Rest day
Free time to explore, bikes resting, campfire in the evening
DAY 12
The climb
The toughest stage, closely guided, with a rewarding view
DAY 15
Arrival
The final pedal stroke, closing meal with the group
Our routes

Our routes

Every trip follows a real, waymarked, proven route. Four itineraries in the catalogue to start.

La Loire à Vélo
La Vélodyssée (south)
Canal des 2 Mers
Château Route (8 days)

La Loire à Vélo

~595 kmcovered during the trip
15 joursincluding 2 rest days
Nevers → Atlantic coastCuffy to Saint-Brevin-les-Pins
Facilealmost no elevation, waymarked route
J1
Nevers → Sancerre
45 km
J2
Sancerre → Briare
50 km
J3
Briare → Sully-sur-Loire
45 km
J4
Sully-sur-Loire → Orléans
50 km
J5
Rest day in Orléans
—
J6
Orléans → Blois
60 km
J7
Blois → Amboise
35 km
J8
Amboise → Tours
25 km
J9
Rest day in Tours
—
J10
Tours → Chinon
45 km
J11
Chinon → Saumur
45 km
J12
Saumur → Angers
50 km
J13
Angers → Ancenis
55 km
J14
Ancenis → Nantes
45 km
J15
Nantes → Saint-Brevin-les-Pins
45 km
Approximate distances, for guidance only — adjusted depending on direction of travel and local variants.
More itineraries (ViaRhôna, Véloscénie...) are coming soon to the catalogue.
No surprises

What's included in the trip

Your bike

You bring your own bike (a hybrid, gravel or touring bike is recommended) — we can advise you on gear before departure.

Tent & camp

A reserved camping pitch every night. Bring your own tent (included in the price), or rent one on site for a supplement.

Full guiding

One guide with the group at all times, support vehicle for luggage and unexpected issues.

Shared meals

Breakfast and dinner together as a group every day, adapted to dietary needs.

Assistance & insurance

Assistance and repatriation insurance included for the whole trip.

A human-sized group

18 participants maximum, to keep a real group spirit on the road.

Pricing

All-inclusive, except the bike.

You ride with your own bike — we take care of everything else: campsite accommodation, shared meals, guiding and logistics.

Discovery — 8 days
€780 / person
≈ €97.5 / day
Only €50 at sign-up — balance due before departure
Route
  • Château Route, Orléans → Angers (~260 km)
Included
  • Camping pitch every night
  • Shared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Dedicated guide
  • Support vehicle
  • Insurance
Not included
  • The bike — each participant brings their own
Accommodation
  • Your own tent → included in the price
  • Tent rental on site: +€40/person
A great way to discover Pédale & Toile — 10 to 18 participants
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Complete — 15 days
€1,400 / person
≈ €93.3 / day
Only €50 at sign-up — balance due before departure
Choice of route
  • La Loire à Vélo (Nevers → Atlantic coast, ~595 km)
  • La Vélodyssée south (Marans → Hendaye, ~475 km)
  • Canal des 2 Mers (Bordeaux → Sète, ~530 km)
Included
  • Camping pitch every night
  • Shared meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Dedicated guide
  • Support vehicle
  • Insurance
Not included
  • The bike — each participant brings their own
Accommodation
  • Your own tent → included in the price
  • Tent rental on site: +€70/person
Departure guaranteed from 10 participants — 18 spots maximum
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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to bring my own bike?
Yes, the bike is not included in the price. Each participant brings their own, suited to a long-distance route (a hybrid, gravel or touring bike is recommended). We can advise you on gear before departure.
Do I need to bring my own tent?
Not necessarily. You can bring your own tent (included in the price), or rent one on site for a supplement (€40 for the Discovery trip, €70 for the Complete trip).
What does the trip price cover?
The camping pitch every night, all shared group meals, guiding by a dedicated guide, the support vehicle carrying your belongings, and trip insurance.
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