Brittany & Normandy Easygoing Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Brittany & Normandy Easygoing Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

30s & 40s Adults 30-49

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 1-3

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2026: Jun, Aug

D-Day Landmarks, Mont-Saint-Michel & Seaside France

Unwind in the green hills of Normandy and soak in the breezy coastal charm of Brittany. It’s an easygoing adventure through France’s rich past—with plenty of time to savor the present. 

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Highlights

  • E-bike through scenic landscapes where rolling plateaus, dramatic cliffs and fields of apple orchards create the perfect countryside backdrop
  • Walk along Omaha Beach and to the Normandy American Cemetery while an engaging local guide regales you with stories about the region’s  World War II history
  • Let your taste buds lead the way as you breakfast on buttery crêpes, sample Cancale’s famous oysters and taste farm-fresh cheeses accompanied by sweet apple brandy
  • Relax over a croissant and a smooth espresso in the quaint streets of Saint-Malo or the elegant cafés of its neighbor, Dinard
  • Walk through the awe-inspiring architecture of Mont-Saint-Michel, a majestic island monastery that rises from the sea like an image out of a dream 
France Brittany and Normandy Bike Tour map

France

Start Saint-Malo

End Caen

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Itinerary

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Days 1-2

Description

Start your adventure with a picturesque lunch near Dinan, just steps away from the serene banks of the Rance River • Marvel at Breton architecture with its granite churches and centuries-old farmhouses • Follow the idyllic Rance Estuary to Dinard, an exquisite vacation town overlooking the sea • Hit the ramparts at Saint-Malo, a fortified oceanside city with vistas of the Emerald Coast • Taste fresh oysters from a waterfront market in Cancale, the oyster capital of Brittany • E-bike past riverside Saint-Suliac, designated as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Grand Hôtel Barrière Dinard
Dinard
Premiere Hotel

This stately 19th-century hotel welcomes you with warm décor and mesmerizing views overlooking the coast and Saint-Malo. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Backroads Guest Biking Past Army tank

Days 3-4

Description

Explore the island monastery of Mont-Saint-Michel, a World Heritage Site, centuries-old pilgrimage destination and home to Europe’s most dramatic tidal changes • Stroll through the town of Bayeux, a historic city with a charming medieval center • Admire castles and manors perched atop rolling green hills as you e-bike through Norman bocage • Join a local historian for a private tour of Omaha Beach and the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial • Pause for a glass of Pommeau, a popular aperitif,  in one of the enchanting villages that line our route. 

Accommodations
Villa Lara

(2 nights)

Nights 3-4

Villa Lara
Bayeux
Premiere Hotel

An elegantly appointed and family-owned boutique hotel just steps from Bayeux Cathedral in the heart of the city.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Man and woman smiling while holding up an oyster to eat

Days 5-6

Description

Visit fascinating Arromanches, the D-Day beaches and the remains of Mulberry Harbor • Savor seafood in Courseulles-sur-Mer, a quaint port town located next to Juno Beach • Cycle dedicated bike paths along a coastline that inspired artists like novelist Marcel Proust and couturier Coco Chanel • Take a final ride on rural roads that wind through apple orchards and fields dotted with grazing horses and half-timbered houses.

Accommodations

Night 5

Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg
Cabourg
Premiere Hotel

This beloved hotel, made famous by Marcel Proust, offers magnificent views of the Cabourg promenade and the sea.


 

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Nights 1-2

Grand Hôtel Barrière Dinard
Dinard

Premiere Hotel

This stately 19th-century hotel welcomes you with warm décor and mesmerizing views overlooking the coast and Saint-Malo. (pool, spa)

Nights 3-4

Villa Lara
Bayeux

Premiere Hotel

An elegantly appointed and family-owned boutique hotel just steps from Bayeux Cathedral in the heart of the city.

Night 5

Le Grand Hôtel Cabourg
Cabourg

Premiere Hotel

This beloved hotel, made famous by Marcel Proust, offers magnificent views of the Cabourg promenade and the sea.


 

From $5,499 /person

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Bikes

Choose Your Perfect Bike

Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

Backroads Electric-Assist Bike
Backroads Hybrid E-Bike

Included in your trip price

  • One of the lightest e-bikes available
  • Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
  • Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
  • Upright handlebars only
  • Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours;  learn more

Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+

From $5,499 /person

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Dates & Prices

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

Unplugged

Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

Solo Room Savings

We’ve made it even easier to go solo or enjoy your own space on select dates with reduced private room fees.

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