Champagne Trails

What's Included

• Accommodation
  5 nights in 2-3 star hotels

• 5 breakfasts, 1 dinner (does not include drinks) – breakfasts are continental style and consist of croissants, breads, jams, cheese, yoghurt, coffee, tea and juices. Dinner will consist of 3 to 4 courses which include some regional specialities.

• 5 nights accommodation in 2-3 star hotels on a twin share basis. All rooms have ensuite facilities. (Option to upgrade to 3-4 star hotels – supplement applies).

• 21 speed hybrid bike equipped with pannier, map holder, lock and repair kit with pump (electric bike available on request - a supplement applies)

• Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (1 piece pp, max 20kg) - excess rates apply

• Detailed route instructions and maps per room booked, GPS Tracks available on request

• Tourist information pack

• Emergency hotline

• Travel to Reims and from Epernay

• Lunch, drinks and dinners not noted as included

• Items of a personal nature

• Entrance fees

• Tour guide – this is a self guided cycling trip

• Transfers

• Travel insurance - mandatory

• Optional pre-tour excursion to Massif de St Thierry: includes accommodation in Reims (standard or upgrade hotel) with breakfast and bike rental (standard or e-bike)- supplement applies. Please ask your consultant

• Optional Visit and Wine Tasting package - including a champagne house in Hautvillers + Moet & Chandon champagne house in Epernay + achampagne house in Vertus

• Helmet - helmets are not available to hire - please bring your own

• cost of rental bikes for additional days - supplement applies

• As prices are based on twin occupancy, a single supplement will apply if you are travelling alone or book a single room

Grading

The trip is graded moderate as the route is undulating and cycling stages are between 30 and 55km/18.5 to 34mi each day. The cycling is on a combination of dedicated cycle paths and low traffic side roads. When entering and leaving towns there will be moderate traffic and we recommend that you familiarise yourself with cycling in such conditions prior to joining the trip. The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos, visit the Champagne houses and have a picnic on local produce sourced from the markets. You will need a reasonable level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure. Pre trip training should include around 3 sessions of exercise each week (running, gym, cycling) and extended cycle rides (a few before your departure). This will ensure you can relax and enjoy your holiday to the fullest.