Normandy

Standard, Superior or Deluxe accommodation

Day 1: Bayeux + excursion Arromanches and Gold Beach, 27 mi. (44 km)
Day 2: Excursion to Omaha Beach, 33 + optional 9 mi. (53 + optional 14 km)
Day 3: Excursion between Seulles Valley and Norman "bocage, 28 mi. (44 km)
Day 4: Departure

Day 1: Bayeux + excursion Arromanches and Gold Beach, 27 mi. (44 km)
Wander through the narrow streets of Bayeux and admire the stately merchant houses. Visit the cathedral of Notre Dame, a jewel of Romanesque architecture. The town houses one of the most impressive Norman/Romanesque historical treasures: the Bayeux Tapestry. This long-embroidered linen cloth was stitched in the 11th century to recount the events of the Norman conquest of England in 1066 by William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy.

For your first bike excursion, ride towards Longues-sur-Mer and its impressive German defensive battery, then continue on towards Gold Beach and, of course, Arromanches, Here you’ll be able to see the remains of the enormous artificial port constructed on the orders of Winston Churchill. Don’t forget to visit Arromanches 360°, a circular cinema that graphically illustrates the complete history of the Battle for Normandy. Come back to Bayeux riding through the Normandy countryside, biking down little lanes between the pretty hedged fields – the “bocage”!

Day 2: Excursion to Omaha Beach, 34 mi. + optional 9 mi. (55 km + optional 14 km)
Bike to Vierville-sur-Mer and Omaha Beach, often called ‘bloody Omaha’ as the heaviest allied losses were suffered here. At the top of the cliff, the American cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer dominates the beach. Row upon row of headstones surrounded by emerald green grass and the ever-present sea create a sense of peace and serenity. Return to Bayeux after an optional visit to the Overlord Museum. You can extend the circuit by visiting La Pointe du Hoc cliffs [30 meters high]. Today one can still easily see traces of the damage caused to the fields by shell fire from the allied ships in the channel.

Day 3: Excursion between Seulles Valley and Norman "bocage, 28 mi. (44 km)
Your final bike tour takes you along beautiful country lanes typical of the Bessin to see the Abbey of Juaye Mondaye. Founded in 1202 by the Premonstratensians, who are still in residence, the existing buildings are in the 18th-century classical style. Continue on exploring the lovely views of the Seulles Valley with its small lanes which crisscross this appealing livestock farming country.

Day 4: Departure
You will depart after breakfast.

Standard or superior accommodation

Day 1: Arrival in Bayeux
Day 2: Bayeux - Courseulles sur Mer, 22 mi. (36 km)
Day 3: Courseulles sur Mer - Cabourg, 26 mi. (41 km)
Day 4: Cabourg - Honfleur, 32 mi. (51 km)
Day 5: Honfleur - Trouville, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 6: Departure from Trouville

Day 1: Arrival in Bayeux
Wander through the narrow streets of Bayeux and admire the stately merchant houses. Visit the cathedral of Notre Dame, a jewel of Romanesque architecture. The townhouses one of the most impressive Norman/Romanesque historical treasures: the Bayeux Tapestry. This long-embroidered linen cloth was stitched in the 11th century to recount the events of the Norman conquest of England in 1066 by William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy.

Optional and highly recommended: Excursion to Omaha Beach | 53 km (+ option 14 km) + extra night in Bayeux 

Bike to Vierville-sur-Mer and Omaha Beach, often called ‘bloody Omaha’ as the heaviest allied losses were suffered here. At the top of the cliff, the American cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer dominates the beach. Row upon row of headstones surrounded by emerald green grass and the ever-present sea create a sense of peace and serenity. Return to Bayeux after an optional visit to the Overlord Museum. You can extend the circuit by visiting La Pointe du Hoc cliffs [30 meters high]. Today one can still easily see traces of the damage caused to the fields by shell fire from the allied ships in the channel.

Day 2: Bayeux - Courseulles sur Mer, 22 mi. (36 km)
Head towards Longues-sur-Mer and its impressive German defensive battery, then continue on towards Gold Beach and, of course, Arromanches, Here you’ll be able to see the remains of the enormous artificial port constructed on the orders of Winston Churchill. Don’t forget to visit Arromanches 360°, a circular cinema that graphically illustrates the complete history of the Battle for Normandy. Continue your ride through the Normandy countryside, biking down little lanes between the pretty hedged fields – the “bocage”- until you reach Courseullessur-Mer. Take time to stroll around the picturesque fishing harbor.

Day 3: Courseulles sur Mer - Cabourg, 26 mi. (41 km)
Bike the length of Juno Beach and then Sword Beach all the way to Ouistreham passing through seaside villages and along fine sandy beaches. Take the time to visit the museum of No. 4 Commando or follow the bike path that runs along the Caen Canal to Pegasus Bridge where the British army achieved a significant victory in 1944. After stopping briefly, if you wish, at the Pegasus Memorial it’s time to explore the “Cote Fleurie,” one of the most beautiful coastlines in France. Follow the edge of the sea to Cabourg, with its seaside promenades. It’s been a very popular seaside resort since the start of the 20th century.

Optional: Extra night in Caen
Possibility to add an extra night in Caen before proceeding to Cabourg. The bike stages would be like this: Courseulles - Caen (via Caen Memorial, 48 km) + Caen - Cabourg (via Pegasus Bridge, 26 km). 

Day 4: Cabourg - Honfleur, 32 mi. (51 km)
Briefly side-track into the Auge countryside to the village of Beaumont-en-Auge with its colorful timber-framed houses before returning to the coast and heading for Deauville, a beautiful seaside resort full of elegant half-timbered houses. Follow the coastline dotted with apple trees to Honfleur with its pretty marina. Take the time to explore the delights of this lovely medieval port: its small harbor, its typical tall, narrow-fronted colorful houses, and its timeless narrow streets and alleys. You’ll see why Honfleur inspired the Impressionist painters.

Day 5: Honfleur - Trouville/Deauville, 29 mi. (46 km)
Leave Honfleur for a new route exploring the Auge countryside. This classic landscape, so emblematic of Normandy, offers the most beautiful vistas. The “Pays de Auge” is synonymous with apples and, of course, cider and Calvados. However, let’s not forget the dairy cows and the cheese they produce, which is why Pont-l’Eveque is an unmissable stop in your tour. Take the time to explore its brightly colored half-timbered and carved houses before heading back to Deauville. Continue on to Trouville where the fish market will make your mouth water, while the Belle Epoque ambiance of this seaside town will charm you.

Day 6: Departure from Trouville
This Normandy bike tour will end following breakfast.

Standard or superior accommodation

Day 1: Arrival in Carentan 
Day 2: Excursion to Ste Mère Église and Utah Beach, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 3: Carentan - Omaha Beach - Port-en-Bessin, 39 mi. (62 km)
Day 4: Port-en-Bessin - Courseulles-sur-Mer, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 5: Coursuelles-sur-Mer - Caen, 30 mi. (48 km)
Day 6: Departure

Day 1: Arrival Carentan
Visit the center of the medieval city of Carentan with its galleries covered with arcades which is unique in Normandy, its beautiful townhouses, and the 11th - 15th-century church of Notre Dame. Of course, do not miss strolling around the beautiful marina whose origins date back to the Gallic period.

Day 2: Excursion to Ste Mère Église and Utah Beach, 37 mi. (60 km)
Leave the town and take the green way crossing the Cotentin Marshes Regional Nature Park (Marais de Cotentin). Then head towards Ste Mère Église, the ideal starting point to relive the very first hours of D-Day. Have a look at the famous church clock tower from which dangles a souvenir recalling the adventures of one of those American parachutists who dropped onto French soil. Cycle to Utah Beach with its beautiful white sands so evocative of D-Day and its D-Day Landings museum. Return to Carentan at the end of the day.

Day 3: Carentan - Omaha Beach - Port-en-Bessin, 39 mi. (62 km)
Head for Isigny-sur-Mer, a small fishing village renowned for its butter and cheeses, as well as its caramels. Carry on to La Pointe du Hoc and explore the fields still pitted and pockmarked by D-Day shells fired from allied ships in the channel. Cycle towards Omaha Beach, dominated by the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer. The serried ranks of the 9,387 headstones are set in immaculate green grass in the background and the ever-present sea projects a feeling of serenity and peace. Continue on along the coast to reach the beautiful fishing port of Port-en-Bessin.

Day 4: Port-en-Bessin - Courseulles-sur-Mer, 24 mi. (39 km)
Ride towards the impressive German defensive battery of Longues-sur-Mer, then continue towards the Gold Beach and of course, Arromanches. Here, you will see the remains of the enormous artificial port constructed on the orders of Winston Churchill. Don't forget to visit Arromanches 360°, a circular cinema that graphically illustrates the complete history of the Battle of Normandy. Continue your ride through the Normandy countryside, biking down little lanes between the pretty hedged fields - the "bocage" - until you reach Courseulles-sur-Mer. Take time to stroll around the picturesque fishing harbour.

Day 5: Courseulles-sur-Mer - Caen, 30 mi. (48 km)
Head along to Juno Beach and then to Sword Beach, biking all the way to the port of Ouistreham. Visit the No. 4 Commando Museum (linked to the Franco-British landings) or continue your ride taking the bike path along the Caen canal to Pegasus Bridge where the British army gained an important victory in 1944. Afterwards, visit the unmissable Caen memorial - a museum dedicated to the battle of Normandy, 20th century history and peace.

Day 6: Departure
You will depart after breakfast.

Standard or superior accommodation

Day 1: Arrival in Carentan
Day 2: Excursion to Ste. Mère Église and Utah Beach, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 3: Carentan - Omaha Beach - Port-en-Bessin, 39 mi. (62 km)
Day 4: Port-en-Bessin - Courseulles sur Mer, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 5: Courseulles sur Mer - Cabourg, 25 mi. (41 km)
Day 6: Cabourg - Honfleur, 32 mi. (51 km)
Day 7: Honfleur - Trouville/Deauville, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 8: Departure

Day 1: Arrival Carentan
Visit the centre of the medieval city of Carentan with its galleries covered with arcades which is unique in Normandy, its beautiful townhouses, and the 11th - 15th-century church of Notre Dame. Of course, do not miss strolling around the beautiful marina whose origins date back to the Gallic period.

Day 2: Excursion to Ste. Mère Église and Utah Beach, 37 mi. (60 km)
To start your first bike loop, take the green way crossing the Cotentin Marshes Regional Nature Park (Marais de Cotentin). Then head towards Ste Mère Église, the ideal starting point to relive the very first hours of D-Day. Have a look at the famous church clock tower from which dangles a souvenir recalling the adventures of one of those first American parachutists who dropped onto French soil. Cycle to Utah Beach with its beautiful white sands so evocative  of D-Day and its D-Day Landings museum. Return to Carentan at the end of the day.

Day 3: Carentan - Omaha Beach - Port-en-Bessin, 39 mi. (62 km)
Head to Isigny-sur-Mer, a small fishing village renowned for its butter and cheeses, as well as its caramels. Carry on to La Pointe du Hoc and explore the fields still pitted and pockmarked by D-Day shells fired from allied ships in the channel. Cycle towards Omaha Beach, dominated by the American Cemetery of Colleville-sur-Mer. The serried ranks of the 9,387 headstones are set in immaculate green grass in the background and the ever-present sea projects a feeling of serenity and peace. Continue on along the coast to reach the beautiful fishing port of Port-en-Bessin.

Day 4: Port-en-Bessin - Courseulles sur Mer, 24 mi. (39 km)
Ride towards the impressive German defensive battery of Longueds-sur-Mer, then continue towards the Gold Beach, and of course, Arromanches. Here, you will see the remains of the enormous artificial port constructed on the orders of Winston Churchill. Don't forget to visit Arromanches 360°, a circular cinema that graphically illustrates the complete history of the Battle for Normandy. Continue your ride through the Normandy countryside, cycling down little lanes between the pretty hedged fields - the "bocage" - until you reach the Courseulles-sur-Mer. Take time to stroll around the picturesque fishing harbour.

Day 5: Courseulles sur Mer - Cabourg, 25 mi. (41 km)
Bike the length of Juno Beach and then to Sword Beach all the way to Ouistreham passing through seaside villages and along fine sandy beaches. Take the time to visit the museum of No.4 Commando or follow the bike path which runs along the Caen Canal to Pegasus Bridge where the British army achieved a significant victory in 1944. After stopping briefly, if you want to, at the Pegasus Memorial, you may explore the "Cote Fleurie" - one of the most beautiful coastlines in France. Follow the edge of the sea to Cabourg, with its seaside promenades. It's been a very popular seaside resort since the start of the 20th century.

Day 6: Cabourg - Honfleur, 32 mi. (51 km)
Briefly side-track into the Auge countryside to the village of Beaumont-en-Auge with its colorful timber-framed houses before returning to the coast and heading for Deauville, - a beautiful seaside resort full of elegant half-timbered houses. Follow the coastline dotted with apple trees to Honfleur with its pretty marina. Take the time to explore the delights of this lovely medieval port - it's a small harbour, its typical tall, narrow-fronted colorful houses, and its timeless narrow streets and alleys. You'll see why Honfleur inspired the impressionist painters.

Day 7: Honfleur - Trouville/Deauville, 29 mi. (46 km)
Leave Honfleur for a new route exploring the Auge countryside. This classic landscape, so emblematic of Normandy, offers the most beautiful vistas. The "Pays de Auge" is synonymous with the apples and, of course, cider and Calvados. However, let's not forget the dairy cows and cheese they produce, which is why you shouldn't forget to stop by Pont-l'Eveque. Take your time to explore its brightly-colored half-timbered and carved houses before heading back  to Deauville. Continue on to Trouville where the fish market will make your mouth water, while the Belle Epoque ambiance of this seaside town will charm you.

Day 8: Departure
You will depart after breakfast.