In summary
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Sports
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Duration7 days
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LevelIntermediate
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DestinationMorbihan / Vannes
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AgeUp to a 90imum of years
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CO₂-Emissions66.76 kg CO2
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Type of stayIndependent traveler
In a few words
The highlights
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A day on Île aux Moines
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Boat crossings included in the Gulf to reach islands and peninsulas
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The small city of Vannes
Photos
Sport
Level
Leisure Cycling
For those wishing to cycle around 40 km a day over gently rolling terrain. The route follows cycle paths and greenways for the most part. A trip suitable for families and occasional cyclists.
The expert's opinion
You cycle regularly or occasionally. You have experience with day trips by bike. You enjoy exploring a region in a relaxed and easy way.
You can ride 35 to 55km without significant elevation gain, which is about 3 to 5 hours of cycling.
In figures
PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Average duration/day: 4h30
- Average distance/day: 31 km
- Average daily elevation gain: 151 m
- Predominant type of terrain : Road
Management
Provision of a hiking GPS. A route guide will be provided, containing all useful addresses and tourist information.
Program
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Vannes
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Arrival at your leisure in Vannes. You will settle into your hotel in the afternoon in this lovely fortified city, a city of art and history.
Day 1 -
Vannes - Arzon
- Transportation Boat - 00h15 - 5km
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 38 km
- Positive elevation gain 187 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You leave Vannes and cycle to the Séné peninsula. A few kilometers to cover at the head of the Gulf, surrounded by birds. A ferry will take you to the Rhuys peninsula (5 minutes). You follow the southern shores of the Gulf to reach Arzon. Between the two, the Château de Suscinio and the small village of Sarzeau enhance this pleasant route made up of small roads and greenways. Please note that during the shoulder season, the ferry between the Séné peninsula and Saint Armel only runs on Saturdays and Sundays, so a detour by bicycle is planned if Day 3 falls on a weekday.
Day 2 -
Arzon - Ile aux Moines - Arzon
- Transportation Boat - 01h - 15km
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 3h
- Distance 15 km
- Positive elevation gain 50 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
With just a few pedal strokes, you'll reach the ferry terminal for Île aux Moines (departure at 9 or 10 am depending on the season). The ferryman will take you to Île aux Moines for this day trip (30 minutes each way). Enjoy a pleasant exploration of the island on the car-free country roads of this little paradise. Explore the island at your leisure by bike. Return at the end of the day, around 5 pm. Overnight in Arzon.
Day 3 -
Arzon - Carnac
- Transportation Boat - 00h25 - 29km
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Distance 35 km
- Positive elevation gain 100 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You'll take a ferry across the Gulf to the north shore (25 min) to discover more of Morbihan's treasures. This includes the opportunity to see the standing stones, ancient vestiges of Carnac. Overnight in Carnac.
Day 4 -
Carnac - Auray
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Distance 25 km
- Positive elevation gain 145 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You leave the Gulf of Morbihan behind and head towards the Ria d'Etel, a beautiful and famous river waiting to be explored. By bike, you reach the island of Saint-Cado, a small, peaceful, car-free haven connected by a causeway. Then it's on to Auray: the town boasts a charming historic center. But the most interesting spot is on the banks of the river of the same name: the port of Saint-Goustan. Overnight stay at the port.
Day 5 -
Auray - Vannes
- Activity PRIVATE HIRE VEHICLE
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Distance 38 km
- Positive elevation gain 270 m
- Predominant type of terrain Road
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
You are approaching the Gulf and this beautiful inland sea once again, entering the ramparts of Vannes. A perfect opportunity for a final picnic on the edge of this incredible site.
Day 6 -
Vannes
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
End of stay after breakfast at your hotel in Vannes.
Day 7
Accommodation
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
Access
Your stay begins at your first accommodation.
Go to the starting point
From Paris: 3 hours 20 minutes
Price details
The price includes
- Accommodation
- 6 breakfasts
- Luggage transfer
- Boat crossings (3)
- 24/7 telephone support
- Application fees
- Tourist taxes
- A personalized welcome from our team upon your arrival in the departure city to provide you with all your travel documents
- Loan of a hiking GPS
- A practical and descriptive travel guide including all our recommended addresses and route maps.
The price does not include
- Renting your bike (see option)
- Breakfast on Day 1
- Lunches
- The dinners
- Drinks, visits and other personal expenses
- Any parking fees
- Breakdowns, parts and corresponding mileage allowances
Options
- Extra night before stay - Single room : CHF96.05 / unit
- Extra night before stay - Double room : CHF123.50 / unit
- Additional night after stay - Single room : CHF96.05 / unit
- Additional night after stay - Double room : CHF123.50 / unit
- Bike rental - 5 days - Hybrid bike (VTC) - Adult : CHF150.03 / person
- Bike rental - 5 days - Electric bike (e-bike) - Adult : CHF246.08 / person
- Bike rental - 5 days - Hybrid bike (VTC) - Child : CHF84.16 / person
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment to bring
If you are bringing your own bike (if you are renting a bike, this equipment is provided):
- Helmet
- 1 backpack or panniers
- 1 or 2 containers of water
- 1 anti-theft device
Technical details, recommended by the team for optimal comfort:
- Toiletry bag,
- Towel,
- Pair of sunglasses,
- Sunscreen cream (face and lips),
- Flashlight or headlamp with spare batteries,
- A water bottle with a minimum capacity of 1.5 litres, lightweight and insulated.
- A multi-purpose pocket knife is preferable (to be packed in checked baggage if you are flying).
- Toilet paper and a lighter,
- Hygienic gel
Bicycle: all-terrain, versatile or hybrid bike with 21 speeds, 26-inch or 700c wheels
Technical details, recommended by the team for optimal comfort:
- 28 to 35 tire
- triple chainring 48/36/26 teeth, cassette 11/34
- For children, avoid single-speed bicycles.
Mechanics:
- Emergency bicycle repair kit: 2 or 3 inner tubes, patches, pump, tire levers, multi-tool
- Maintenance kit: cloth, oil, brake pads or brake pads
Clothing to bring
Clothing, from head to toe:
- 1 pair of cycling shoes
- Clothing suitable for cycling
- Padded cycling shorts (chamois leather)
- High-visibility vest
- Thermal/fleece clothing
- Waterproof jacket
- 1 pair of gloves
- Hat
- Swimsuit and bath towel
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