The Bikes
You can’t enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip, we’ll use well-tuned, high-quality, local bikes that provide the perfect fit for your size and weight.
- Type
Private
XSmall Group
The right number of like-minded travellers to make new friends.
Private
Your dates. Your group. Our expertly-designed itinerary.
Custom
Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
- Support
24/7 Guided
XSelf-Guided
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Daytime Guided
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
24/7 Guided
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
- Difficulty Level
Level 3
XLevel 1: Occasional
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain with a few small hills—all very manageable for people trying their first biking trip.
Walking – 6-10 km (4-6 mi.) a day on country lanes, footpaths and coastal or forest trails, all on relatively flat terrain, perhaps with an occasional hill.
Level 2: Recreational
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day over terrain that’s relatively flat but will include inclines and the occasional climb or two.
Walking – 8-12 km (5-7 mi.) a day over relatively flat terrain, with occasional steeper climbs.
Level 3: Enthusiast
Biking – 40-50 km (25-30 mi.) a day in gently rolling countryside, with occasional longer climbs to points that are well worth the effort.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.
Level 4: Avid
Biking – Roughly 50 km (30 mi.) a day in consistently rolling countryside, with repeated climbs and longer options available.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) over terrain that varies between rolling and hilly, with a few steeper climbs.
Level 5: Expert
Biking – 50-60 km (30-45 mi.) a day over both level and tougher, hillier terrain with multiple 100 km (62 mi.) options. The routes are designed for avid cyclists and include plenty of chances to push yourself.
Walking – 11-15 km (7-10 mi.) a day over fairly hilly terrain offering lots of challenges. Routes are along high meadow paths and/or well-maintained cliffside or alpine trails, with a few steep ascents to make you feel invigorated.
Exploring 20,000 years of culture
It is the France that many imagine but that few truly experience. B&R has crafted a trip that goes to the very heart of French life, where culture and history mingle with exceptional food and outstanding local vintages, and the entire experience is set against a backdrop of breathtaking beauty. We follow the Dordogne upstream, taking in the medieval castles, vineyards and prehistoric sculptures along the way. The gentle landscape reveals its share of stunning vistas and the sheer, simple beauty of everyday life as it ambles along in this most remarkable of regions.
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Dordogne Biking Private
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Ride through beautiful farmland offering magnificent views of the surrounding region. Enjoy lunch in the tranquility of a riverside mill and stop at a local foie gras production farm for a visit and tasting.
Visit Sarlat, the most untouched town of Dordogne. Explore the town with B&R long-time friend Alistair before riding home through oak forests.
Head deep into the Périgord Noir en route to Rouffignac where you'll visit a prehistoric cave covered in stone carvings and drawings. Enjoy a fresh farmhouse lunch and ride home through small villages along the Vézère River. Tonight, enjoy a Michelin-starred meal in the elegant dining room of the Vieux Logis.
Today we travel from prehistoric times to the Hundred Years’ War as we delve into the valley of the Five Châteaux. Trace the Dordogne to the perched town of La Roque Gagéac. After a delicious lunch, begin en route to the town of Souillac, entering the Lot region, known for its wild, arid landscape.
Visit a stunning and important Christian pilgrimage site built on the side of a limestone cliff in the 12th century. This afternoon relax by the pool, sip an apéritif in the expansive French garden or embark on a gently canoe trip down the river towards our hotel.
After an early breakfast you’ll drive to either Souillac train station or the Brive – Souillac airport in time for all departures. Bon voyage!
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Hotels
Manoir d'Hautegente, Coly
This converted 13th century forge set in parkland near Coly is run by Mme. Hamelin and her son Patrick; Four generations of the Hamelin family have called this home. The comfortable antique filled manor, covered in ivy, is well matched by its bucolic setting. View hotel website »
Le Vieux Logis, Tremolat
Originally built in the 16thC as a monastery, this Relais & Châteaux historic property has been completely reimagined as a well-appointed luxurious hotel. Every spacious and comfortable guest room has its own unique decor, using antiques and often rustic country pieces. The tranquil outdoor pool and stunning gardens are the perfect place to kick back after a day of riding. View hotel website »
Château de la Treyne, Souillac
Overlooking the beautiful Dordogne Valley, this 14thC former residence is lauded for its refined taste and discreet luxury. The château is surrounded by French gardens lined by century-old cedars and a large greenery-filled park. It’s the perfect respite for those searching for a bit of tranquility and time to reconnect with nature. View hotel website »
There are way too many wonderful moments to pick just one - or even 10! Every day was more memorable than the last!
— Susan Corson
Level 3
This trip is rated Enthusiast, meaning it’s appropriate for travellers who bike about a week at home. Daily biking distances vary from 40 to 60 km, and although the terrain in the Dordogne can be rolling, the van is never far.
What’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d
want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ‘til you got them.
In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.
- All hotel accommodation
- Meals as indicated (and wine as chosen by B&R)
- Services of B&R guide
- Support vehicles during bike rides
- Use of a customized bicycle and helmet
- Detailed maps and water bottle
- All special events and private tours
- All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
Local Bikes
Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help.
Call us to create an independent travel experience that fits your needs—we can also arrange for a local guide.
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