Via Rhôna Cycle Path: Haute-Savoie to Lyon

What's Included

• 5 breakfasts

  5 breakfasts generally continental style with cereals, bread, cheese, meats, yoghurt, tea, coffee and juice are included.

• 1 dinner

  1 dinner on day 3 (4 if starting in Geneva) is included, dependent on staying at the usual hotel in Villebois.

• Accommodation

  5 nights in 2-3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities are included. An upgrade to comfort plus hotels is available.

• Digital information pack

  A digital information pack including a smartphone app with maps, roadbook, and GPS tracks is provided.

• Hybrid bike

  A hybrid bike supplied with panniers, repair kit, helmet, and lock is included. SPD pedals can be provided on request.

• Luggage transfer

  Luggage transfer for 1 piece with a maximum weight of 20kg is included. A supplement applies for excess luggage.

• Emergency hotline

  An emergency hotline is available during the trip.

• Extra night accommodation

  For the 7-day trip starting in Geneva, an extra night's accommodation and breakfast are included.

• Travel to and from locations

  Travel to Seyssel or Geneva and from Lyon is included.

What's Not Included

• Meals not listed as included

  Meals not listed as included, such as drinks, lunches, and dinners daily, are excluded.
  
  

• Travel insurance

  Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
  
  

• E-bike hire

  E-bike hire is available but a supplement applies.
  
  

• Tour guide

  A tour guide is not included as this is a self-guided cycling holiday.
  
  

• Solo traveler supplement

  A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
  
  

• Entrance fees

  Entrance fees not listed as included are excluded.
  
  

• Transfers

  Transfers not listed as included are excluded.
  
  

• Transfers if you need to skip a stage

  Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage are excluded.
  
  

• Excess luggage

  Excess luggage beyond the included 20kg is excluded.
  
  

• Handlebar phone holder

  A handlebar phone holder is not included; it is recommended to bring your own.
  
  

• Items of a personal nature

  Items of a personal nature, such as phone calls and laundry, are excluded.
  
  

• Printed documents

  Printed documents are available at an additional cost and must be requested in advance.
  
  

Accommodation

5 nights hotels. During the trip you will stay in specially chosen 2-3 star hotels. There is an option to upgrade to comfort plus hotels which are 2-4 star hotels.

Grading

Starting in Seyssel: During the 4 days of cycling the daily routes are between 46 and 65 kilometres/28.5 and 40 miles. Earlier on in the trip there are a couple of longer ascents to be tackled. On all other stages the terrain is nearly flat throughout and easy to cycle on. Except for a few interruptions, the Rhône-cycle path is well constructed and it is a perfect example for signposting and routing. In order to prepare for this trip you will need to be comfortable cycling for extended periods, sometimes with traffic around you (sometimes unavoidable going in to and leaving towns). Pre trip you should exercise 3 times per week with some cycling mixed in to your usual exercise regime.
Starting in Geneva: 23km of this route is on busy roads with some steep sections particularly before the Swiss French border. It is important that you are comfortable riding on busy roads with traffic to confidently tackle this day. The remainder of the route to Lyon is almost exclusively on the cycleway.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Mode of Transport

Travel to Seyssel or Geneva and from Lyon. Hybrid bike supplied with panniers, repair kit, helmet and lock (electric bike available on request - supplement applies).