Southern France Bike Tours

When cycling in Southern France, be sure to pack cycling clothes, including shorts, moisture-wicking shirts, and weather-appropriate layers. Route notes, GPS, and maps are typically supplied, but it is advisable to have a charged mobile phone to access them. Lightweight luggage options like panniers or saddlebags are often provided for carrying daily essentials like a first aid kit and water bottles. Don't forget to pack off-bike clothing, toiletries, and identification. If you plan on bringing your own bike, make sure it is in working condition prior to the start of the tour.

Luggage transfers are available on cycling tours in Southern France, allowing travellers the chance to explore the French countryside without the hassle of worrying about bags. While tours will have luggage transfers available, some individual tour stages might not have the possibility of luggage transfer due to logistical reasons.

The length of time needed for a cycling tour in Southern France depends upon the route that you choose to explore. 10Adventures cycling tours in Southern France include a night before and after the trip, allowing for some extra time to rest. Most of the bike tours in Southern France fall into the 5-12 day range.

Generally speaking, cycling tours in Southern France are suitable as family-friendly adventures, as the terrain is a bit more easy going and there is a decent level of infrastructure. Even still, many of the cycling tours in Southern France are of moderate difficulty, so be sure to do your research when planning your trip.

The types of accommodations when cycling in Southern France will generally be hotels, guesthouses, or B&Bs. Bike routes usually require more infrastructure than trekking tours meaning a village, town, or city is never too far away.

Self-guided bike tours in Southern France are the standard, as many travellers associate the regions of Southern France - such as Provence - with a leisurely, slow-paced atmosphere. Self-guided tours in Southern France provide that atmosphere, allowing you to explore the countryside at your own pace, but with the comfort of knowing that you have route notes, maps, and a GPS on your side.

While there aren’t many guided bike tours in Southern France, there is a possibility to have them arranged for a private group, depending on the tour. A guided bike tour in Southern France is a great option for those who need more structure in their adventures and require the help of a local expert.

Yes, e-bike rentals are possible on many Southern France cycling tours, provided that the infrastructure exists along the route to enable charging and storage. Ask a 10Adventures travel specialist about the possibility of renting an e-bike for your desired cycling tour in Southern France.