South Burgundy
- Length 6 Days
- Difficulty level Easy
- Tour length 150 Km
- Price from 695 € Per person
Tour description
As far as biking in south Burgundy is concerned, it falls at the top of our list. The views are fantastic and the experience unparalleled.
You'll see landmarks in every inch here: chateaux, typical villages, artistic towns, farmhouses, and vineyards galore. From unspoiled nature along canals and rivers, fertile countryside to the massive Morvan mountains the terrain is differently looking and breath-taking.
France in general and Burgundy in particular, is a bike-friendly space with well-marked paths.
Easy to average cyclist ic level. Walking and cycling path on an old railway from Chalon-sur-Saône to Mâcon, following the undulations of the Côte Chalonnaise; on the ‘Voie Bleue’ part, you will usually be on a shared-use lane on peaceful small roads.
Burgundy, known throughout the world for its wines, is one of France's greatest historical regions. Actually, in the Middle Ages, Burgundy was a great dukedom that competed in power and prestige with the kingdom of France itself. It covered a large part of central-eastern France, including half of modern Switzerland earlier.
One of the most prestigious and expensive wines in the world are produced in Burgundy vineyards.
Itinerary
Chalon-sur-Saône
Show dayArrive in Chalon-sur-Saône during the afternoon and settle into your hotel. Take the opportunity to explore the city's charming riverside setting by strolling along the quays of the Saône, where the reflections of historic buildings dance on the water. Venture into the picturesque streets of the old town to admire the beautifully preserved half-timbered houses and discover hidden courtyards. Don't miss Saint-Vincent Cathedral, a stunning mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture, or the vibrant Place Saint-Vincent, often alive with cafes and local markets. It's the perfect introduction to the rich history and relaxed ambiance of this riverside gem.
The walking and cycling path (‘Voie Verte’) starts in the city and goes to the north-west towards Givry. Then continue to the south-west, to the beautiful fortified town of Buxy. The town still has a large cooperative with its historical heritage and garden, and developed wine tourism.
Still through the vineyard, you’ll go through St Bolland St Gengoux le National, a medieval town, to finally arrive in Cormatin and its 17th century castle, its maze, its old vegetable garden and ponds.
The Marquis of Huxelles built it in the early 17th century to demonstrate his power and prestige: wide moat, turrets, stand up to bosses, gunboats and drawbridge… the castle impresses its guests till now.
Further, the ‘Voie Verte’ will lead you to Taizé (a monastic community).Surrounded by rolling pastures and scenic vineyards, the village is home to only about 100 people. But as a contrast, during the height of the summer, there are up to 6,000 people in Taizé at the same time, gathering for worship services held three times a day in its church.
Keep pedaling 13 km further, to the beautiful Benedictine abbey of Cluny, founded in 910. Between the 10th and 12th centuries, Cluny Abbey became the center of a European monastic empire that extended over 1100 priories and more than 10 000 monks. It is a gigantic building that impresses with the harmony of its spaces.
In addition to his abbey, the town has an exceptional heritage as houses of the 12th and 14th centuries and a remarkable Hotel Dieu.
Let's discover its wonderful scenery, not forgetting to stop at the craft bars to taste local cuisine.
After Cluny, you’ll dive into the spiritual world for French romanticism.
The French poet and historian Alphonse de Lamartine was born in Macon. The childhood in this landscape combining nature, castles and monuments left a mark on his pieces of art. To go there, you’ll cross the longest cycling tunnel in Europe, secured over 1600m, which leads to the castle of Berzé le Chatel, in full light. If you climb there, you’ll be rewarded with a unforgettable view on the Mâconnais.
Mâcon is a former frontier between the Kingdom of France and Holy Germany Empire (from 843 to 1600) and has a really beautiful ancient town. It is located by the River Saône, has a southern style, with colorful facades and roofs of round tiles.
The historical center invites us to the charming Herbes square and its magnificent Renaissance wooden house the Old Saint-Vincent, remains of the former Saint-Vincent cathedral, the religious buildings that are the Saint-Pierre church and the Saint-Vincent cathedral, the pharmacy shop of the Hôtel-Dieu hospice and the Saint-Laurent bridge with its beautiful embankment. Don't miss to visit the Ursulines museum, which houses collections of archaeological objects, paintings and sculptures.
You will leave Mâcon via the ‘Voie Bleue’ path. It follows the Saône river to Fleurville and the castles of Marigny and Marfontaine. The route is well laid out and signposted ‘Voie Bleue’ all the way along the river.
The town of Tournus is perfect for wandering by its streets and traboules and enjoying the ambiance of the Burgundy Region. The hidden passages cross buildings and connect streets to each other.
Paths and small roads will lead you to our destination of the day - the 10th century abbey of St Philibert, a wonderful example of Romanesque architecture. Founded in 616 A.D., it shows by its exterior - the narrow slits - that at one time this was a fortified town. On the ceiling of the Abbey are beautiful frescoes dating to the 10th century. Dedicated to St Valerian and built around his tomb, the 10th century crypt has 12 ft tall ceilings.
The streets around Tournus Abbey offer lots of opportunities to shop for antiques, crafts and chocolates. The sidewalk cafes abound so you have lots of choices to stop for a cool drink in the heat of the day.
You will go along the Saône river, before getting away from it a little bit by crossing Gigny. You’ll go through the flood plain between the Saône and Grosne. Further, you’ll visite St loup de Varennes, where Joseph Nicéphore Niepce, the inventor of photography, lived.
Then, there is St Rémy, where you’ll get back to the Saône banks to Chalon-sur-Saône, which is very close. In the large open square in front of the Town Hall (the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville) you can see various buildings with baroque style facades dating 11-th century.
Chalon-sur-Saône
Show dayThe adventure is over! Time to enjoy extra nights in France, or moving for another trip of the season.
Services and prices
Selfuguided tour with luggage transfer included
| Solo traveller | 1275 € |
| 6 Persons | 695 € |
| 4-5 Persons | 725 € |
| 2-3 Persons | 770 € |
Extras
| Single surcharge | 330 € |
| Hybrid bike rental | 155 € |
| E-Bike rental | 280 € |
| Printed tour materials | 35 € |
| Extra night in Macon DBL / SGL pp | 80 / 140 € |
| Bike damage insurance | 15 € |
| E-bike damage insurance | 20 € |
| Booking fee | 30 € |
| Booking fee (tailormade tour) | 100 €/Group |
Tour datesAny scheduled tour can be made private. Your group, your dates. Go Private
No fully guided tours scheduled right now
For more info regarding what is included and rental bike details on this tour, please get in touch.
Contact usRequest your holidaysSelf guided tours it is support and independence
You could be interested inOur clients love these trips
Villach – Trieste
- 6Days
- medDifficulty
- 283Km
- 619 €Price from
This gravel tour begins in Villach, a lively town at the meeting point of the Drau and Gail rivers on the edge of the Klagenfurt basin. Shortly after the start, you leave Austria behind and continue your journey into Italy, entering the diverse re...
Tasty Piedmont
- 8Days
- medDifficulty
- 330Km
- 825 €Price from
Piedmont and Turin: a real surprise. The region's name means "at the foot of the mountains", the majestic Alps are a backdrop for the entire tour. The region is known worldwide for its wines and fine cuisine that includes a unique specialty: the t...
Passau - Vienna
- 8Days
- modDifficulty
- 326Km
- 495 €Price from
Passau is a cycling paradise at three rivers.Passau and Vienna – these are the highlights of one of the most beautiful long-distance cycle paths.The Danube Cycle Path promises an unforgettable holiday cycling between Passau and Vienna. Touristic c...
Full-guided trip
We at Europe Bike Tour do know, that a good bike is the most important part of a nice vacation. So we let all our bikes serviced regulary so they stay in perfect condition. Under "Bike Equipment" you can find other aditional equipment that is either in the bike fee included or you can rent/buy it for adittional funds.
We offer male and female bikes with different sizes, E-bikes, Tandembikes, Bikes for kids and on request the Recumbent bike as well. Should you have a special wish/need, do not hesitate to ask us, we will make our best to fullfill your wish!
Why with us?
With a rich 12-year history, Europe Bike Tours offers more than just cycling trips; we provide immersive "Culture Biking" experiences across the Czech Republic and Central Europe. Our tours blend the thrill of biking with cultural exploration, taking you from charming local eateries to ancient, hidden castles. We handpick the most captivating locations, ensuring each bike, family, or wine holiday is an adventure in itself. Catering to diverse preferences, our tours come in various formats, from self-guided to fully guided, with options for luggage transfer and different accommodation levels. For those seeking something unique, we're always ready to craft a tailor-made tour that perfectly fits your vision of a cycling holiday.
- Self guided, fully guided or supported tours
- City standard or premium accommodation
- Tailor made maps
- More biking options for each day
- 24/7 Hotline with personal approach
- Quality bikes e-Bikes
Who we are
Lukáš SvárovskýManager
Languages spoken Czech, English, German
Guide since 2008
Lukas was born and raised in the Czech capital of Prague. His keen interest in history and sports influenced his determination to study both subjects at university in Germany. His passion for travel also led to Lukas adding a tourism degree to his studies. Biking, exploring, and discovering interesting places was one of the determining moments when in 2010 he decided to start Europe Bike Tours. Since than Lukas is keen on developing new products, improve services and above all, share his passion for traveling while guiding one of the tours!
Lukáš Svárovský
Manager
Languages spoken Czech, English, German
Guide since 2008
Lukas was born and raised in the Czech capital of Prague. His keen interest in history and sports influenced his determination to study both subjects at university in Germany. His passion for travel also led to Lukas adding a tourism degree to his studies. Biking, exploring, and discovering interesting places was one of the determining moments when in 2010 he decided to start Europe Bike Tours. Since than Lukas is keen on developing new products, improve services and above all, share his passion for traveling while guiding one of the tours!
Vitek ProchazkaManager
Languages spoken Czech, English, French, German, Slovak, Spanish
Guide since 2012
Vitek was born in Prague, Czech Republic and has remained there most of his life. During his travel and tourism studies he began guiding mostly bike and rafting trips all around Europe. Through his years in the office of a travel agency, guiding remained an important part of his life. Eventually went of for year in New Zealand and after returning started guiding and preparing programs in and around his homeland
Vitek Prochazka
Manager
Languages spoken Czech, English, French, German, Slovak, Spanish
Guide since 2012
Vitek was born in Prague, Czech Republic and has remained there most of his life. During his travel and tourism studies he began guiding mostly bike and rafting trips all around Europe. Through his years in the office of a travel agency, guiding remained an important part of his life. Eventually went of for year in New Zealand and after returning started guiding and preparing programs in and around his homeland
Our self-guided tours
Accommodation is one of the most important parts of each trip that strongly influences the final look of it. We make our best to offer you the best possible accommodation in the prefered category. The hotels we offer are either comfortable small hotels or quite guesthouses both in 3* quality, all of it rather small and with personality than big chain. All the tours have accommodation in or near the town/village centres so you can spend the afternoon and evening after biking exploring the town itself or simply enjoy the peace of the place.
TestimonialsWhat our clients say about us
26 Aug
Scott Nelson
Tour Prague - Krakow short
I did the Prague to Krakow self-guided tour.A great route with such history and two great cities! Would highly recommend not only the route, but the tour company. I was provided with Ride with GPS files in advance and a host of maps and other information upon arrival in Prague. They also use the "Trip Plans" app, which not only gives you the routes, but historical and other information about...
Scott Nelson
Tour Prague - Krakow short
I did the Prague to Krakow self-guided tour.
A great route with such history and two great cities! Would highly recommend not only the route, but the tour company. I was provided with Ride with GPS files in advance and a host of maps and other information upon arrival in Prague. They also use the "Trip Plans" app, which not only gives you the routes, but historical and other information about the towns you will be passing through and restaurant recommendations!
Great communication during the ride as well - even making a route change along the way due to road construction (they updated the Ride with GPS file in seemingly real time).
I have done a dozen or so self-guided solo bike trips around the world and often have had very little support - this team made it easy and they were always just a WhatsApp text or call away.
Looking at booking my next tour with them now...
Thanks!
Scott Nelson
26 Aug
Abe Shasha
Tour Prague - Berlin
What a pleasant and positive surprise. Europe bike tours was amazing before (Pretour-meet) during (WhatsApp) and after (followup and pickup). And the other super pleasant surprise was the wonderful country of Czechia. It is under advertised but clean, modern, friendly and the biking through rural small towns was wonderful.
Abe Shasha
Tour Prague - Berlin
What a pleasant and positive surprise. Europe bike tours was amazing before (Pretour-meet) during (WhatsApp) and after (followup and pickup). And the other super pleasant surprise was the wonderful country of Czechia. It is under advertised but clean, modern, friendly and the biking through rural small towns was wonderful.
25 Aug
Elena Montagna
Tour Prague - Vienna
We cycled from Prague to Vienna in July, crossing Bohemia and Moravia.The route took us on both bike paths and quiet country roads. The support provided by Europe Bike Tours was very helpful. The app with maps and route guidance was very effective. Their WhatsApp support was always prompt.We really appreciated the accommodations we chose, both in terms of quality and location. The locations wer...
Elena Montagna
Tour Prague - Vienna
We cycled from Prague to Vienna in July, crossing Bohemia and Moravia.
The route took us on both bike paths and quiet country roads. The support provided by Europe Bike Tours was very helpful. The app with maps and route guidance was very effective. Their WhatsApp support was always prompt.
We really appreciated the accommodations we chose, both in terms of quality and location. The locations were always convenient to the historic centers of the towns we visited or to public transportation in the major cities.
Highly recommended!
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Wa733F...
25 Aug
Susan Straley
Tour Prague - Dresden Tour
The planned routes took us to beautiful countryside and historical city squares. Our luggage was always at our lodging waiting for us when we arrived.The Czech Republic is full of history, interesting places, and lovely scenery.Speaking of lodging! What wonderful picks! We were always close to restaurants. In Prague and Dresden we were near the trolley lines so we were able to get to the si...
Susan Straley
Tour Prague - Dresden Tour
The planned routes took us to beautiful countryside and historical city squares. Our luggage was always at our lodging waiting for us when we arrived.
The Czech Republic is full of history, interesting places, and lovely scenery.
Speaking of lodging! What wonderful picks! We were always close to restaurants. In Prague and Dresden we were near the trolley lines so we were able to get to the sites easily.
Our bikes worked well for the terrain, which was sometimes smooth and sometimes bumpy.
We were connected to staff via WhatsApp and they were quick to respond when we had a question.
We would use them again.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/HyVEFa...
25 Aug
Asaf Lupo
Tour Prague - Vienna Easy Short
This is my third trip with Euro-Bike, this time from Prague to Vienna. The trip through the Czech Republic's landscapes is simply a pleasure. The castles and the medieval atmosphere alongside nature and agriculture are simply charming. Along the way, we met deer, horses, geese, cows, and more. The trip is independent, but the help of Euro-Bike, which included bike rental, hotel reservations in ...
Asaf Lupo
Tour Prague - Vienna Easy Short
This is my third trip with Euro-Bike, this time from Prague to Vienna. The trip through the Czech Republic's landscapes is simply a pleasure. The castles and the medieval atmosphere alongside nature and agriculture are simply charming. Along the way, we met deer, horses, geese, cows, and more. The trip is independent, but the help of Euro-Bike, which included bike rental, hotel reservations in the most perfect places, and the hopping of our luggage from hotel to hotel, makes the trip easy and simple. It saved me a lot of work and took away unnecessary stress. The new app makes it even easier and more convenient. I recommend it to anyone who loves bikes.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/fP397b...
25 Aug
Taku Yamada
Tour Prague - Vienna Greenways Tour - Short
I participated in the Prague-Vienna Greenway with my 16-year-old son.We opted for the self-guided option, and it was a wonderful experience.My son was very excited about cycling between the well-known cities of Prague and Vienna, and he felt a great sense of accomplishment when we arrived.This was my first time in the Czech Republic, and the atmosphere was very different from other Western Euro...
Taku Yamada
Tour Prague - Vienna Greenways Tour - Short
I participated in the Prague-Vienna Greenway with my 16-year-old son.
We opted for the self-guided option, and it was a wonderful experience.
My son was very excited about cycling between the well-known cities of Prague and Vienna, and he felt a great sense of accomplishment when we arrived.
This was my first time in the Czech Republic, and the atmosphere was very different from other Western European countries I had visited.
Along the way, we were able to experience the diverse beauty of the Czech Republic, with endless wheat fields, the atmosphere of the small villages we passed, and the pure forest air.
I was a little worried about my son's physical condition, but the route allowed for shortcuts such as taking the train, so we were able to reach the finish line safely.
The choice of towns and hotels we stayed in was very well-balanced, and we had a comfortable stay. Our checked luggage was always there when we arrived, so the operation was excellent.
Even though there was no guide during the tour, support members were always available via chat, so we were able to proceed without any worries. We were provided with plenty of information about towns and dining spots before the start, and when we needed real-time support on the spot, such as choosing shortcuts, they responded immediately, making it feel like we were with a guide.
Japanese people are probably dying to go to Italy or France, but the Czech Republic allows you to fully experience Europe and there are many cyclists to be seen, so I think it's perfect for people who prefer a more unconventional itinerary.
Thank you so much to everyone at Europe Bike Tours!
I'd love to come again.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/7rUPbd...
25 Aug
Aldo Zunino
Tour Prague - Vienna Greenways Tour - Short
what we have appreciated with Euro Bike Tour in Czech- The visit of Prague with the 2 ladies- Very good and confortable bikes. In very good status.- Good hotels well located with friendly welcoming- the entire tour was very well designed, it has allowed us to visit in very good condition a country we didn’t know at all .We hope to have other opportunities to do bicycle riding with Them againhtt...
Aldo Zunino
Tour Prague - Vienna Greenways Tour - Short
what we have appreciated with Euro Bike Tour in Czech
- The visit of Prague with the 2 ladies
- Very good and confortable bikes. In very good status.
- Good hotels well located with friendly welcoming
- the entire tour was very well designed, it has allowed us to visit in very good condition a country we didn’t know at all .
We hope to have other opportunities to do bicycle riding with Them again
https://maps.app.goo.gl/y6vYVg...
25 Aug
Machteld Stoffels
Tour Iron Curtain trail West
Cycling the Iron Curtain Trail from Cheb to České Budějovice; what an amazing and beautiful tour! Cycling through the Sumava National Park, along the Schwarzenberg Canal, the Vltava and sleeping in friendly villages; we enjoyed it. It is a very quiet area, with a lot of up and down, gravel paths, and a tour with good cycling distances.Thanks to -especially- Vitek, but also Lukas, Tetiana and th...
Machteld Stoffels
Tour Iron Curtain trail West
Cycling the Iron Curtain Trail from Cheb to České Budějovice; what an amazing and beautiful tour! Cycling through the Sumava National Park, along the Schwarzenberg Canal, the Vltava and sleeping in friendly villages; we enjoyed it. It is a very quiet area, with a lot of up and down, gravel paths, and a tour with good cycling distances.
Thanks to -especially- Vitek, but also Lukas, Tetiana and the whole team of Europe Bike Tours.
We hope to see you again next year with another tour, Machteld & Maarten
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gcD2Cu...
25 Aug
Barbara Schneider
Tour Prague - Passau Tour
We rode the route from Prague to Passau with Europe Bike Tours.We enjoyed a wonderfully curated tour through stunning landscapes and charming medieval towns!The hotels were great, and the morning buffets were amazing.Thanks to the app, everything was very easy to find.Everything was superbly organized and worked perfectly.A big thank you! We highly recommend Europe Bike Tours!Best regards,Barba...
Barbara Schneider
Tour Prague - Passau Tour
We rode the route from Prague to Passau with Europe Bike Tours.
We enjoyed a wonderfully curated tour through stunning landscapes and charming medieval towns!
The hotels were great, and the morning buffets were amazing.
Thanks to the app, everything was very easy to find.
Everything was superbly organized and worked perfectly.
A big thank you! We highly recommend Europe Bike Tours!
Best regards,
Barbara and Renato
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mDYEWA...
25 Aug
Joxan Zumeta
Tour Prague - Budapest short
An unforgettable cycling experience: Prague – Vienna – Bratislava – BudapestI've just completed a spectacular bike tour from Prague to Budapest, passing through Vienna and Bratislava — all organized by a small Czech company called Europe-Bike-Tours Team. They were outstanding in every way.The organization was flawless: perfectly prepared GPS tracks, comfortable and well-chosen accommodations, g...
Joxan Zumeta
Tour Prague - Budapest short
An unforgettable cycling experience: Prague – Vienna – Bratislava – Budapest
I've just completed a spectacular bike tour from Prague to Budapest, passing through Vienna and Bratislava — all organized by a small Czech company called Europe-Bike-Tours Team. They were outstanding in every way.
The organization was flawless: perfectly prepared GPS tracks, comfortable and well-chosen accommodations, great food, logistical support, and detailed tourist information. I didn’t have to worry about anything – just ride and enjoy.
The route itself was amazing: low-traffic roads, beautiful weather, charming towns like Tábor, Jindřichův Hradec, Telč, Vranov, Znojmo, Mikulov, Poysdorf, Győr, Komárom, Esztergom… all accompanied by excellent food, fantastic wines, and of course, great beer!
I highly recommend Europe-Bike-Tours Team. They don't just organize cycling trips — they create truly memorable journeys with great care and professionalism. If you're considering a bike tour through Central Europe, look no further.
A huge thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
https://maps.app.goo.gl/RtCYGP...
