On our Hilltops and Harbours cycle tour, after a first relaxing evening and peaceful sleep, ride an adventurous circuit that captures the soul of Provence. More sparsely populated than the coastal areas, the north of the region contains some dramatic landscape; deep gorges, wooded slopes and an intricate network of valleys connecting smaller and sleepier towns, villages and hamlets. From Provence’s northern reaches, great cycling down quiet lanes and along hidden tracks is the very best way to discover and unlock its heartland, at its and your natural pace.
Move through a hidden landscape of vineyards, olive groves, pastures and peaceful river valleys before you traverse the Massif des Maures to reach the Mediterranean Sea. Explore the delights of the Côte d’Azur in a gentle and relaxing way; often just tucked behind the glitz and the glamour, you will have plenty of opportunities to dip into the Riviera lifestyle or you can choose to glide by along its lesser known trails.
You can choose to cycle on every day of the tour or create your own excursions; a boat over to explore the island of the Port Cros National Park or, a day just soaking up the sights, sounds and sun in St Tropez.
From Provence’s hilltops to its harbours, this is a wonderful journey which rewards its travellers with a number of Beds by the Med.

You may never win the Tour de France but, how would you feel cycling down the Champs-Élysées having ridden under your own steam all the way from the sea. Just an overnight sail away, Normandy has the weather to match and even better the best of an English summer, and of course, manages to deliver that with very French aplomb. From the beautiful harbour of Honfleur and heading inland, Haute Normandie is one of France’s great dairy ‘baskets’ and famous for its butter and cheeses, not to mention its fine and more earthy ciders.
Pedal Power to Paris picks its way down quiet lanes of Normandy, gently crossing tributaries of the River Seine, passing through timber-framed villages and, winding through a patchwork of plentiful fields. The tour brings you up to the edge of the Ile de France where you cycle through Louis VI’s 13th Century arch of La Porte de Bretagne before discovering a remarkably rural route right to the heart of capital city. Surprise yourself as you sneak up on Paris.

You may never win the Tour de France but, how would you feel cycling down the Champs-Élysées having ridden under your own steam all the way from the sea. Just an overnight sail away, Normandy has the weather to match and even better the best of an English summer, and of course, manages to deliver that with very French aplomb. From the beautiful harbour of Honfleur and heading inland, Haute Normandie is one of France’s great dairy ‘baskets’ and famous for its butter and cheeses, not to mention its fine and more earthy ciders.

Pedal Power to Paris picks its way down quiet lanes of Normandy, gently crossing tributaries of the River Seine, passing through timber-framed villages and, winding through a patchwork of plentiful fields. The tour brings you up to the edge of the Ile de France where you cycle through Louis VI’s 13th Century arch of La Porte de Bretagne before discovering a remarkably rural route right to the heart of capital city. Surprise yourself as you sneak up on Paris.

You may never win the Tour de France but, how would you feel cycling down the Champs-Élysées having ridden under your own steam all the way from the sea. Just an overnight sail away, Normandy has the weather to match and even better the best of an English summer, and of course, manages to deliver that with very French aplomb. From the beautiful harbour of Honfleur and heading inland, Haute Normandie is one of France’s great dairy ‘baskets’ and famous for its butter and cheeses, not to mention its fine and more earthy ciders.
Pedal Power to Paris picks its way down quiet lanes of Normandy, gently crossing tributaries of the River Seine, passing through timber-framed villages and, winding through a patchwork of plentiful fields. The tour brings you up to the edge of the Ile de France where you cycle through Louis VI’s 13th Century arch of La Porte de Bretagne before discovering a remarkably rural route right to the heart of capital city. Surprise yourself as you sneak up on Paris.

In a little corner of Provence, this great cycling tour holds a huge variety of experiences and, lets you explore the delights of the Côte d’Azur in a gentle and relaxing way. Often just tucked behind the glitz and the glamour, you will have plenty of opportunities to dip into the Riviera lifestyle or you can choose to glide by along its lesser known trails.
This part of the Riviera issues some of the international spotlight that can bear down on Cannes, Nice and Monaco but it has some beautiful coastal towns and villages offering a quieter and slightly more gentle pace of life.
Start your holiday by dipping your toes in the sea before beginning your ride along the crest of the Massif des Maures. Then take an exhilarating rush down to the azure water of the Mediterranean before exploring the harbours and perching villages of this beautiful part of Provence.
You can choose to cycle on every day of the tour or create your own excursions; a boat over to explore the island of the Port Cros National Park or, a day just soaking up the sights, sounds and sun in St Tropez.
Unwind in a Bed by the Med.

In a little corner of Provence, this great cycling tour holds a huge variety of experiences and, lets you explore the delights of the Côte d’Azur in a gentle and relaxing way. Often just tucked behind the glitz and the glamour, you will have plenty of opportunities to dip into the Riviera lifestyle or you can choose to glide by along its lesser known trails.
This part of the Riviera issues some of the international spotlight that can bear down on Cannes, Nice and Monaco but it has some beautiful coastal towns and villages offering a quieter and slightly more gentle pace of life.
Start your holiday by dipping your toes in the sea before beginning your ride along the crest of the Massif des Maures. Then take an exhilarating rush down to the azure water of the Mediterranean before exploring the harbours and perching villages of this beautiful part of Provence.
You can choose to cycle on every day of the tour or create your own excursions; a boat over to explore the island of the Port Cros National Park or, a day just soaking up the sights, sounds and sun in St Tropez.
Unwind in a Bed by the Med.

Tucked behind the glamour of parts of the French Riviera, is a Provence that looks to its land rather than out to sea, no more so in the northern reaches of the region where the lower mountains of the Alps seem not much more than a very hefty stone’s throw away.

On our Hidden Provence cycle tour, after a first relaxing evening and peaceful sleep, we will transport you to a slightly wilder and remote Provence. More sparsely populated than the coastal areas, the north of the region contains some dramatic landscape; deep gorges, wooded slopes and an intricate network of valleys connecting smaller and sleepier towns, villages and hamlets. It has an ancient history where people lived not just on the land but sometimes in it.

You will have opportunities to splash about in the cooling blue waters of the Verdon before you start your riding from a hilltop with fantastic vistas in all directions. From here back to the starting point of your tour, great cycling down quiet lanes and along hidden tracks is the very best way to discover and unlock the heartland of Provence at its and your natural pace.

Let a Hidden Provence put a smile on your face every day from dawn until dusk.

Tucked behind the glamour of parts of the French Riviera, is a of Provence that looks to its land rather than out to sea, no more so in the northern reaches of the region where the lower mountains of the Alps seem not much more than a very hefty stone’s throw away.

On our Hidden Provence cycle tour, after a first relaxing evening and peaceful sleep, we will transport you to a slightly wilder and remote Provence. More sparsely populated than the coastal areas, the north of the region contains some dramatic landscape; deep gorges, wooded slopes and an intricate network of valleys connecting smaller and sleepier towns, villages and hamlets. It has an ancient history where people lived not just on the land but sometimes in it.

You will have opportunities to splash about in the cooling blue waters of the Verdon before you start your riding from a hilltop with fantastic vistas in all directions. From here back to the starting point of your tour, great cycling down quiet lanes and along hidden tracks is the very best way to discover and unlock the heartland of Provence at its and your natural pace.

Let a Hidden Provence put a smile on your face every day from dawn until dusk.

Discover a hidden Provence before sinking into a bed by the Med. Ranging the length and breadth of the Provencale landscape, this great cycling tour will immerse you in Provence. After a first relaxing evening and peaceful sleep, we will transport you to a slightly wilder and remote part of the landscape. More sparsely populated than the coastal areas, the north of Provence contains some dramatic landscape; deep gorges, wooded slopes and an intricate network of valleys connecting smaller and sleepier towns, villages and hamlets. It has an ancient history where people lived not just on the land but sometimes in it. Rolling over its undulating hills and down its wooded valleys, your ride will carry you every closer to the sea. Picking your way carefully through the Massif des Maures, a couple of hillier days will bring you to a dramatic vantage point overlooking the Mediterranean. You will be able to take an exhilarating rush down to the azure water of the sea before exploring the harbours and perching villages of this beautiful coastal stretch of Provence.

Great cycling down quiet lanes and along hidden tracks is possibly the very best way to discover and unlock the heart and secrets of Provence.

Let Provence put a smile on your face every day from dawn until dusk.

Discover a hidden Provence before sinking into a bed by the Med. Ranging the length and breadth of the Provencale landscape, this great cycling tour will immerse you in Provence. After a first relaxing evening and peaceful sleep, we will transport you to a slightly wilder and remote part of the landscape. More sparsely populated than the coastal areas, the north of Provence contains some dramatic landscape; deep gorges, wooded slopes and an intricate network of valleys connecting smaller and sleepier towns, villages and hamlets. It has an ancient history where people lived not just on the land but sometimes in it. Rolling over its undulating hills and down its wooded valleys, your ride will carry you every closer to the sea. Picking your way carefully through the Massif des Maures, a couple of hillier days will bring you to a dramatic vantage point overlooking the Mediterranean. You will be able to take an exhilarating rush down to the azure water of the sea before exploring the harbours and perching villages of this beautiful coastal stretch of Provence.

Great cycling down quiet lanes and along hidden tracks is possibly the very best way to discover and unlock the heart and secrets of Provence.

Let Provence put a smile on your face every day from dawn until dusk.

Our Fellow Velo Taster Weekends are run twice in the tour calendar using Dunchurch in the Heart of England as a small hub. They are designed to offer an easy route into our cycle touring holidays; an opportunity to gain confidence following a guided trail, as an introduction to Fellow Velo as a team and, great preparation for a cycling holiday in France in the summer.

Though we cannot promise a warmer French climate or reproduce the landscape highlights of our holiday tours, our short taster rides aim to share something of the style of the routes that we have chosen in France. We hope they will give you the confidence that you may be looking for before committing yourself to booking a fellow Velo Tour in France or, for the tour you have already booked with us.

We will book you into accommodation for the Saturday night and the cost covers;
•    Fellow Velo Cycles
•    Guided Rides on Saturday and Sunday
•    Lunch on Saturday and Sunday
•    Saturday Evening Meal
•    Bed and Breakfast for Saturday Night

Booking a Fellow Velo UK Taster Weekend will entitle you to a 5% Discount on your next Fellow Velo Holiday.

Dates and Prices

19th/20th March 2016
11th/12th June 2016

£85/person, based on two people sharing a room and using Fellow Velo ‘Meal Vouchers’ up to the value of £10/lunch and £20/evening meal (all drinks must be paid separately).

Locations
The hub for this cycling taster weekend is Dunchurch in Warwickshire. It has easy road access from the M1, M45 and M6 motorways and, there is a mainline railway station in Rugby just 3 miles away.

The beautiful Warwickshire countryside provides the venue for the short guided rides and, follows quiet country lanes, dedicated cycle routes and traffic-free trails; c.20 miles on the Saturday and c.15 miles on the Sunday.

What to Bring
You only need to pack a small overnight bag and, bring your own cycling helmet and whatever you’d normally wear for a ride in the countryside. If you would prefer to use your own bike then, just bring it along and use that instead of ours.

We will confirm your booking and send you a Fellow Velo Information Pack at least a fortnight before your taster weekend.

If you have any other questions, just ask by following this link to Contact Us