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What better way to explore the French countryside than cruising through the luscious Loire Valley or cycling through the cobblestone streets of Paris . With many bike and barge adventures in France and many holidays offering a relaxing experience, we have an array of trips to suit your style!

13 Bike and Barge tour packages in France with 9 reviews

France | Rhone River BikeTour | Bike & Boat Tour

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Bike & barge tour Provence and Camargue: from Aigues-Mortes to Avignon Tour

Bike & barge tour Provence and Camargue: from Aigues-Mortes to Avignon

My first bike and barge trip, it was a wonderful experience! Well planned. The crew was great, clearly working together well. Nice to see. Irene's dinners were as good as any following restaurant meals in Avignon and Paris. Yum! Sorry I didn't take pictures of her delicious dishes before eating them. Two criticisms - as another woman observed, there should have been two tour guides, with one riding sweep. That responsibility shouldn't be left to us. Also, the A/C in my cabin was way too cold. Overall, it was tremendous! Looking forward to the next one; hope so anyway! Thanks..

France | Seine River BikeTour | Bike & Boat Tour

France | Seine River BikeTour | Bike & Boat

Bike & barge tour Provence and Camargue: from Avignon to Aigues-Mortes Tour

Bike & barge tour Provence and Camargue: from Avignon to Aigues-Mortes

Champagne Paris » Epernay, Bike & Barge in France Tour

Champagne Paris » Epernay, Bike & Barge in France

Seine Valley Bike and Barge Tour

Seine Valley Bike and Barge

Paris to Bruges (Brugge), Bike & Barge in France and Belgium Tour

Paris to Bruges (Brugge), Bike & Barge in France and Belgium

Great experience. Caring crew who looked after me when I caught a head cold.

Loire Valley | France | Guided E-bike tour Tour

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Loire Valley | France | Guided E-bike tour

Bruges (Brugge) to Paris, Bike & Barge in Belgium and France Tour

Bruges (Brugge) to Paris, Bike & Barge in Belgium and France

The food was fantastic. Our Captain did a wonderful job. The first mate was ready to help in every way. The guide was good but since he had not led this route previously had to hunt for the best route for us. This sometimes meant poor dirt paths. The barge was not as nice as some I have been on.

Seine e-Bike and Boat Guided Tour Tour

Seine e-Bike and Boat Guided Tour

Bike and Barge: the Seine Tour

Bike and Barge: the Seine

Bike and Barge: the Seine Plus! Castles of the Loire Tour

Bike and Barge: the Seine Plus! Castles of the Loire

Provence Bike & Boat Tour

Provence Bike & Boat

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Boat & bike in France 2024

France, the country of indulgence and a carefree lifestyle, of beautiful women and charming men. Large rivers and numerous canals make this country perfect for a comfortable but fascinating Boat & Bike holiday. And the next vineyard is never far away. Due to the many but rather narrow canals, our boat & bike tours in France are carried out on small ships, equipped to a high standard, with excellent cuisine and included bikes.

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France, the country of indulgence and a carefree lifestyle, of beautiful women and charming men. Large rivers and numerous canals make this country perfect for a comfortable but fascinating Boat & Bike holiday. And the next vineyard is never far away. Due to the many but rather narrow canals, our boat & bike tours in France are carried out on small ships, equipped to a high standard, with excellent cuisine and included bikes.

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There is perhaps no better gift to cyclists than France with ideal terrains and backdrops of verdant pastures, mountaintops, gorges and canals. Locals celebrate the sport of cycling fervently, especially as hosts to one of the world’s biggest annual sporting events, the Tour de France.

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Experience the peaceful ambiance and calm pace of the French countryside, with its farms, vineyards and chateaux, and the country’s rich history from medieval cathedrals to 20th-century battlefields.

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Bruges to Paris by Bike and Boat (and reverse)

COUNTRY: Belgium, France

7 night  guided bike and boat tour in Belgium and France  aboard Feniks

Guided from EUR € 1190

Guided: May 11, 18, 25; Jun 1, 8 ,15; Jul 6, 13; Aug 17, 24, 31; Sep 7, 14, 21, 28; Oct 5, 2024.

Description: Along this route, you can choose programs of 7 or 14 nights. The full 14 night program will take you from Bruges to Paris, or from Paris to Bruges. If there is enough interest, excursions to memorials and interesting sites of the Great War may be…

Along the Rhône River from Geneva to Lyon

COUNTRY: France, Switzerland

5 night  self guided bike tour in France and Switzerland

Self guided from EUR € 890

Self-guided: Sundays: Apr 1 - Oct 15, 2024 (minimum 2 participants)

Description: Ancient navigators first spurred the development of the Rhône river valley, bringing new ideas to a quiet region of fierce natural beauty. Over the centuries, some communities along its banks grew rapidly into sophisticated cities like Lyon and Geneva…

Alsace Wine Country

COUNTRY: France

5 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 899

Self-guided: Daily: Mar 30 - Oct 5, 2024.

Description: On the borders of the Latin and Germanic civilizations, the Alsace region offers astonishing cultural wealth and world-renowned white wines. In the evenings, you'll enjoy sampling the fruits of the valleys as an accompaniment to countless local…

French Coastal Path - Nantes to La Rochelle

7 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1340

Self-guided: Daily: Mar 1 - Oct 31, 2024.

Description: Follow the idyllic La Vélodyssée cycle path from picturesque Nantes to magical La Rochelle, experiencing the wild beauty of coastal landscapes - breathtaking beaches, towering sand dunes, expansive salt marshlands, and fragrant pine forests. With views…

Atlantic Coast of France

7 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1520

Description: Ride from the resplendent La Rochelle harbor into the beating heart of beautiful Bordeaux via the Vélodyssée and Canal des 2 Mers (Canal of the 2 Seas) cycle paths. Along the way, pedal through fragrant pinewood forests, past the blissful Belle Epoque…

Burgundy Wine Trails: Beaune to Macon on the “Voie Verte”

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 756

Self-guided: Daily, except Thursdays: March 1 - Oct 31, 2024.

Description: Burgundy is a fabulous region for a cycling tour, featuring verdant vineyards with cascading fruit, quiet roads, lovely accommodation, and domains catering to visitors seeking to sample the sumptuous wine and local cuisine. On this sensational cycling…

Canal du Midi: Carcassonne to Sete, the South of France and the Sea

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1790

Self-guided: Daily: year-round, 2024

Description: Cruise the Canal du Midi by bike from incredible Carcassonne to spectacular Sete on the Mediterranean coast. Beginning in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Carcassonne, a medieval city restored by the famous architect Viollet-le-Duc and celebrated for…

South of France: UNESCO World Heritage Sites

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1890

Description: This cycling trip is your one-stop-shop for the best sightseeing opportunities Languedoc has to offer! Starting in Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its cloister and declared one of the 'Most Beautiful Villages in France'…

Champagne Getaway: Charming Villages & Regional Wine Cellars

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1095

Self-guided: Daily: Mar 1 - Oct 31, 2024 (Saturdays on request only)

Description: Every two seconds, a bottle of champagne is opened somewhere in the world! The very symbol of sophistication, graceful living, and celebration, champagne is only produced in this serenely beautiful region of France. All champagne varieties are made…

Coastal Normandy and WWII History

5 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1810

Description: From Caen to St. Mere l' Eglise, embark on a WW2 memorial tour of Normandy, cycling along the beaches where the famous landings took place and through towns brimming with moving history. Beginning with a visit to the WWII Peace Memorial in Caen, you'll…

Cycling Paradise of Provence - to and from Avignon

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1050

Self-guided: Daily: Mar 1-Nov 15, 2024

Description: Provence is a truly blissful region bursting with alluring aromas, from the intense spice of the Châteauneuf du Pape wines and the warm fragrances of sun-blessed olive skins to the waves of herbal fragrances emanating from the thyme and rosemary fields…

Dordogne Valley: Between the Dordogne and Lot Rivers

7 night  guided bike tour in France

Guided from USD $ 2210

Guided: Jun 29; Jul 20; Sep 7, 2024

Description: The most beautiful part of the Dordogne Valley is the Périgord Noir, where our Dordogne cycling tour is based. As well as some of the world's most famous prehistoric sites, the Dordogne was the crucible of the Hundred Years War and boasts spectacular…

Freiburg and the Alsatian Wine Road

COUNTRY: France, Germany

7 night  self guided bike tour in France and Germany

Self guided from EUR € 999

Self-guided: Saturdays: Apr 20-Oct 5, 2024 (Additional dates upon request for parties of 4+)

Description: On this Freiburg and Alsatian Wine Road tour, you'll travel through France and Germany, passing beautiful scenery and diverse regions every pedal of the way. Enjoy the exquisite cultural highlights offered by beautiful Freiburg, Strasbourg (the most…

French Alpes Tour: Alpes and Ventoux

7 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 2550

Self-guided: Daily: Jun 1-Sep 15, 2024

Description: This cycling tour allows you to experience for yourself the most legendary climbs of the world-famous Tour de France: conquer the commanding Col de la Croix de Fer, cycle to the top of the awe-inspiring Alpe d'Huez, climb the captivating Col du Galibier…

Garonne Canal: From Bordeaux to Toulouse

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1075

Self-guided: Daily: Apr 1 -Oct 31, 2024

Description: Glide by bicycle along the gorgeous Garonne Canal, an extension of the magnificent Canal du Midi that connects Toulouse with the Mediterranean Sea. Cycle along a spellbinding section known as the 'Canal of the Two Seas' ('Canal des Deux Mers'), a…

Strasbourg to Mainz: Imperial Cities and Charming Landscapes Along the Rhine

7 night  self guided bike tour in France and Germany

Self guided from EUR € 949

Self-guided: Thursdays and Saturdays: Mar 30 - Oct 12, 2024.

Description: This cycle tour goes through three magnificent European regions – Alsace, Baden, and the Palatinate – and there is a very pleasantly mild climate throughout. Due to both the history and the climate, these three regions have one thing in common:

Loire a Velo: Orleans to the Atlantic

5 night  self guided bike tour in France

Description: Along this route, you can choose programs of 5, 9, or 13 nights. Follow the cycling path "Loire à vélo." The "Loire à Vélo" trail runs through the Centre and Pays de la Loire regions. As of 2008, you are able to cycle through the Anjou, Touraine…

Metz and Cochem Classic Version

7 night  guided bike and boat tour in France and Germany  aboard Iris

Guided from EUR € 1660

Guided: Jun 22, 29; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Sep 14, 21, 28; Oct 5, 12, 2024.

Description: Enjoy a breathtaking bike and boat tour on the Mosel River as the scenes of France, Luxembourg, and Germany come to life in front of you. From Metz to Cochem or reverse, you'll see some of Europe's most serene landscapes, including lovely villages…

Metz and Cochem Premier Version

7 night  guided bike and boat tour in France and Germany  aboard Princesse Royal, Magnifique I or MS Magnifique III

Guided from EUR € 1759

Guided: May 5, 12, 19, 26; Jun 23, 25, 30; Jul 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 30; Aug 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; Sep 1, 3, 10, 17, 24, 30; Oct 1, 8, 14 ,15, 2024.

Description: Immerse yourself on a magnificent bike and boat tour along the Mosel River as the landscapes of France, Luxembourg, and Germany unfold before you. This glide-and-ride tour is designed to dazzle and enchant, taking in some of Europe’s most tranquil…

Nature, Villages & Castles of the Loire River Valley

6 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1180

Self-guided: Daily: Mar 1-Oct 31, 2024.

Description: This cycling trip leads you along the peaceful Loire River, through the enchanting Sologne Forest, and to numerous historic estates and chateaux. You'll enjoy the short stages, which have been designed to allow you ample time to explore the sites. From…

Provence by Bike and Boat

7 night  guided or self guided bike and boat tour in France  aboard L’Estello or Caprice

Guided from EUR € 1120 Self guided from EUR € 1120

Self-guided: Mar 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Sep 7, 14, 21, 28; Oct 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024. Mar 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Jun 7, 14, 21, 28; Jul 5, 12, 19, 26; Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Sep 6, 13, 20, 27; Oct 4, 11, 18, 25, 2025.

Description: This spectacular bike and boat tour will take you through the wild Camargue nature, where you'll see its bulls and horses; from the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes you’ll cycle comfortably on towards Arles. Following this portion of the ride, you’ll…

Provence Getaway: The Secrets of Southern France (4 nights)

4 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1090

Description: Discover the secrets of Provence on this tour. From Nimes to Uzes, this cycling tour crosses the famous Pont du Gard. You will marvel at the beauty and engineering of this old Roman aqueduct. Cycle along the Gardon river from one Provencal village to…

Heart of Provence: Quiet Roads & Picturesque Villages (7 nights)

7 night  self guided bike tour in France

Self guided from EUR € 1990

Description: This Provence bike tour starts in Avignon - home of the famous Palais des Papes and the renowned theater festival - and takes you from Uzes to St Remy de Provence. You will be cycling on quiet roads to the heart of Provence and its picturesque villages:

Three Lakes Tour: From Geneva to Annecy

5 night  self guided bike tour in France and Switzerland

Self guided from EUR € 795

Self-guided: Fridays and Sundays: Apr 1 - Oct 15, 2024 (additional departures upon request for group of 4 or more)

Description: Stunning scenery, mesmerizing mountains, and luscious lakes! Do you love cycling and exploring new areas by bike, but think French Alps are beyond your reach because of climbing all those mountains? Are you more of a leisure cyclist than an avid…

Wine, Dine and Electric Bike in Burgundy

5 night  guided or self guided bike tour in France

Guided from EUR € 3358 Self guided from EUR € 2233

Guided: Daily: Mar 1 - Oct 31, 2024 (minimum of 4 participants)

Self-guided: Daily: Mar 1 - Oct 31, 2024

Description: Get ready for a taste of France! Fine wines, delicious food, and a slow, immersive ride on an electric bike! On this fantastic bike tour – whether you are guided or doing your own thing – all that is Burgundy unfolds... rolling hills draped in vineyards…

A Triangle of Countries - Germany, Luxembourg & France

COUNTRY: Germany, France, Luxembourg

8 night  guided bike and boat tour in Germany, France and Luxembourg  aboard Merlijn

Guided from EUR € 2445

Guided: Saturday: Oct 12, 2024

Description: This cycling adventure by bike and boat through Germany, Luxembourg and France combines scenic riverside cycling and river cruising. Beginning in the serene village of Schwemlingen and winding through enchanting Saarland, you explore medieval Saarburg…

Champagne E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting

Champagne · from €160 EUR

Champagne E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting, Champagne

Description: For a stylish bicycle tour bubbling with surprises, look no further than the Champagne E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting! This guided glide weaves you through the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards of Champagne, taking in the Avenue de Champagne…

Compact Lyon E-Bike Tour

· from €30 EUR

Compact Lyon E-Bike Tour,

Description: For the sensational sightseeing spots of Lyon in just 2 hours, look no further than the Compact Lyon E-Bike Tour! This efficient, fun, and family-friendly day tour takes in Vieux-Lyon, the Saône, Tunnel de la Croix-Rousse, Tête d’Or…

Loire Valley & Chambord E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting from Blois

Chambord · from €185 EUR

Loire Valley & Chambord E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting from Blois, Chambord

Description: If you’re looking for a guided tour of the Loire Valley that takes in the famous Chambord forest and châteauxs, this is the bicycle tour for you! The Loire Valley & Chambord E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting takes you on a leisurely journey through the…

Loire Valley & Chambord E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting from Tours

Loire Valley & Chambord E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting from Tours, Chambord

Lyon Confluence E-Bike Tour

Lyon Confluence E-Bike Tour,

Description: Be amazed by Lyon’s waterways on the Lyon Confluence E-Bike Tour! Pedal along the Lyon peninsula and soak up the sensational sightseeing spots of the romantic Rhône and Saône confluence, including the harbor, Rambaud Wharf, the Confluence Museum, and…

Lyon Croix-Rousse E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting

· from €50 EUR

Lyon Croix-Rousse E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting,

Description: If you’re after picture-perfect panoramic viewpoints and the chance to sample some authentic French food, the Lyon Croix-Rousse E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting is the day tour for you! From the heights of the iconic Croix-Rousse Hill, reached with ease…

Lyon E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting

· from €70 EUR

Lyon E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting,

Description: Let your adventurous spirit take over on this diverse tour of Lyon, accompanied by a delicious food tasting! This guided, family-friendly e-bike tour takes in the best of Lyon’s sightseeing spots, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the…

Marseille Highlights Bike Tour

Marseille · from €55 EUR

Marseille Highlights Bike Tour, Marseille

Description: Never miss a moment on this spectacular sightseeing tour of Marseille, with the added benefit of bike rental! The Marseille Highlights Bike Tour takes in the Panier district, Major Cathedral, Mucem Esplanade, Old Port, Pharo Palace, Malmousque, Auffes…

Marseille Seaside E-Bike Tour

Marseille · from €35 EUR

Marseille Seaside E-Bike Tour, Marseille

Description: A sublime cycle through Marseille’s seaside districts awaits you on the Marseilles Seaside E-Bike Tour, including the Vallon des Auffes, Palais du Pharo, and Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde. With the added benefit of electric bike rental, this…

Marseille to the Calanques E-Bike Tour

Marseille · from €79 EUR

Marseille to the Calanques E-Bike Tour, Marseille

Description: Take a guided day tour from magnificent Marseille to the captivating Calanques, soaking up the best of the city, sensational seaside views, and captivating cliff-faces along the way! This breathtaking bicycle tour is family-friendly, with the added…

Medoc E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting

Medoc · from €169 EUR

Medoc E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting, Medoc

Description: Take an immersive ride into the viticulture of one of Bordeaux's finest wine regions on the Medoc E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting. Experience Médoc's viticulture firsthand, from vine to bottle, combined with a scenic cycle through some…

Monet's Gardens & Giverny Private Paris E-Bike Tour

Paris · from €399 EUR

Monet's Gardens & Giverny Private Paris E-Bike Tour, Paris

Description: Follow in the footsteps of the Father of Impressionism on the Monet's Gardens & Giverny Private Paris E-Bike Tour. Cycle through the village and countryside that inspired the impressionist painter and walk in the gardens that he declared his…

Palace of Versailles Paris Full Day Bike Tour with Picnic

Paris · from €145 EUR

Palace of Versailles Paris Full Day Bike Tour with Picnic, Paris

Description: If you’ve come to Paris to discover vivacious Versailles, this is your ultimate bike tour, taking you to the Palace, Gardens, Fountains, Royal Grounds, Open Air Food Market (for an extra special Parisian picnic), and even Marie Antoinette’s private…

Paris Evening Bike & Boat Tour

Paris · from €69 EUR

Paris Evening Bike & Boat Tour, Paris

Description: There’s no more atmospheric way to experience Paris than an evening bike tour. Glide through the City of Light on the Paris Evening Bike and Boat Tour, with bike rental included. As the sun sets, you’ll make stops at the Louvre Pyramid, Tsar Alexander…

Paris Highlights Bike Tour

Paris · from €45 EUR

Paris Highlights Bike Tour, Paris

Description: Prepare to be dazzled by the City of Light’s most iconic landmarks on the Paris Highlights Bike Tour. Ride in style through Europe’s cultural capital, with stops at the Eiffel Tower, Tsar Alexander III Bridge, Les Invalides, the Louvre…

Private Paris Bike Tour

Paris · from €110 EUR

Private Paris Bike Tour, Paris

Description: Whether you want a family-friendly afternoon activity, a romantic evening ride, or a city tour with a twist, the Paris Private Bike Tour is the perfect way to see the City of Light. The tour is completely customizable to your interests, so whether you…

Saint-Emilion E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting

Saint-Emilion · from €169 EUR

Saint-Emilion E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting, Saint-Emilion

Description: Pedal through picturesque countryside and verdant vineyards on the Saint-Émilion E-Bike Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting. Over the course of this e-bike day tour you'll visit two renowned chateaux, including a family-run estate and a Grand Cru Classé…

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  • Tour and accommodation on board in the booked cabin category during 8 days / 7 nights (Sat.-Sat.)
  • Full board: 7 x breakfast, 6 x picnic lunch during bike tours, 7 x three course dinner
  • Use of bed linen and towels (change of towels daily possible)
  • daily cleaning of the cabin
  • Welcome cocktail, presentation of ship + crew and briefing on the first evening
  • Basic package "semi-guided cycling": tour leader (English and French speaking) with daily briefings of the bike tours
  • individual cycling: tour leader is not guiding the group, but cycling in the area and can be contacted during bike tours by mobile phone in case of questions, problems or emergencies (package fully guided cycling as option / surcharge: see below)
  • Printed instructions and detailed maps for individual daily bike tours, 1 set/cabin
  • Complimentary coffee and tea on board at the end of each cycling tour

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France by bike: An enjoyable adventure from Paris to Montargis

As logistics manager at Boat Bike Tours, Bernadet works primarily behind the scenes. She ensures that everything runs smoothly on our trips. For example, she makes sure that the berths in the ports are reserved, that the right bicycles are on board and that the tour leaders are scheduled. That’s why it was a very special experience for her to take one of our tours.

Bernadet is a real Francophile, so she decided to take the Paris to Montargis tour. This tour takes you along the Seine through the beautiful rural surroundings of the French capital. Bernadet came back from the trip full of impressions she’d like to share with you. Curious what it was like? Read on!

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Bonus day and boat tour in Paris

I love Paris! That’s why I think it’s so great that this tour starts there. I was able to treat myself to a bonus day before the start of the actual trip so I could revel in the Parisian joie de vivre . It was lovely to spend a day immersed in the hustle and bustle of the city, strolling the boulevards and browsing the shops.

So I was really in a vacation mood when I arrived on the ship the next day. The Fleur was waiting for us in the middle of the city, at the Place de la Concorde. I couldn’t have wished for a better start to this tour: our first day, cruising through the center of Paris past the majestic Notre Dame and through the narrow lock, was simply an unforgettable experience.

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Enjoy the French way of life

On this trip you’re immediately immersed in the French way of life. On our daily bike routes we passed through lots of typical French villages, where life still has its own leisurely rhythm. These places have so much charm with their medieval streets, historic street lamps and ancient bridges lined with colorful flower boxes! Of course, in France you absolutely must visit at least one of the lovely markets with their local products, because you never know what new culinary delights you might discover here. This time I tried some incredibly delicious cheeses!

We were also treated to French delicacies on the ship. Chef Steffi went all out and cooked for us using lots of regional ingredients. For breakfast there were fresh, fragrant croissants with coffee. Delicieux!

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Form a community on board

It was really nice to feel how a sense of community gradually emerged on board. At the beginning we were all individuals doing a tour together. Over time, we developed into a close group of friends. The experiences we had on bike tours together and the good conversations over dinner really brought us together. I also liked that the seating arrangements during dinner were different each night. So I kept spending time with new members of the group, some of them really special people. I also fondly remember the French evening when we played jeu de boules and danced to French music.

But despite all the connectedness and community on the ship, I didn’t feel any peer pressure. If you want, you can do your own thing without any judgement. For example, it was no problem when, one evening, I left the city tour after dinner to call some people at home on the phone.

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Discover hidden treasures

Some time ago, I lived and worked in Paris for several years. But back then we always spent our vacations in the south of France. That’s why I didn’t know the region outside Paris and I was surprised at how much I had missed. Everything is much more rural here and you pass through many small villages. It’s like traveling back in time; life here is much more easy-going and authentic.

And you can feel the history everywhere. An example of this is the magnificent Fontainebleau Castle, which was the hunting lodge of the French kings for many centuries. New generations of the royal family would keep adding to the castle, so that today it has 1,500 rooms! Many of them still have the original furniture and works of art, offering incredible insights into the opulent lives of the nobility.

I was also very impressed by the artists’ village of Barbizon, which attracted many painters from Paris in the 19th century. They met there and captured the idyllic surroundings on canvas. You can still admire many of their works in the small museum in town. And Barbizon is still almost as pretty as it was back then. Another special place we discovered on our route is the Jardin Bourdelle sculpture garden, where you can admire impressive works of art in an almost enchanted-looking park.

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Be incredibly relaxed on the road

It’s incredibly relaxing to take a trip by boat and bike. I really enjoy being on or near the water. I immediately feel the stress melt away when I’m on a ship. And on the Fleur you can really feel at home. The main lounge is like a living room and the foredeck is the perfect place to put your feet up after a long day on the bike.

The bike rides were great too. All we had to do was hop on and follow the tour leader – it’s worry-free! Because I didn’t have to constantly pay attention to the route, I could see a lot of the surrounding area.

While we were on our bikes, our cabins were cleaned. All of our food was provided – a breakfast buffet, packed lunches and delicious dinners. If this doesn’t make you feel like you’re on vacation, I don’t know what will!

Of course, I’m used to cycling at home in the Netherlands. So I was curious to see how things would go in France. Every now and then I would sweat a bit because we had to climb a hill, but it never got too strenuous. The bike paths were surprisingly well developed. The most important thing was that the other road users showed so much consideration for us as cyclists. That was reassuring.

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Conclusion: A journey full of unforgettable moments

My tour from Paris to Montargis was a great journey of discovery – full of enjoyment, community and unexpected treasures. This experience will stay with me for a long time. I got to know my “second home” from a completely new perspective. And I’m truly grateful for the many wonderful encounters and the unforgettable moments that I was able to share with my fellow travelers!

Did Bernadet’s story sound like something you’d like to experience too? Would you also like to travel by bike and boat through France? Discover our France tours here ! Then, once you’ve found your dream trip, or if you just want more information, contact us at +1 203 814 1249 or send an email to [email protected] . We look forward to hearing from you!

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