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London To Paris Challenge Tour
The London to Paris challenge tour is unique to cycle explorers. Starting at a convenient point in London cycling away from the busy roads and streets of the capital to the Kent Downs a Nature preserve popular with hiking, cycling, horseback riding, and wildlife amid the hills and valleys. Making your way to the white cliffs of Dover to board the ferry to France.
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Enjoy the quiet roads and lanes of the French countryside taking on the undulations of the Regional Natural Park of the Caps and Opal Marsh. Staying over in Arras best known for its beautiful Grand' Place and Markets.
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​Cycling past the war memorials of northern France, stopping next to the Eiffel tower to celebrate reaching Paris.
With our let's cycle back again touring mentality, we cycle back from Paris towards the north coast of France taking in more fabulous views of the French countryside and the picturesque National Nature Reserve of the Somme, before catching the ferry back across to England and the finish in London.
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This tour will include eight days of cycling covering approximately 602 miles and 23,079ft of ascent.
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We also offer the option of a five-day London to Paris cycling challenge.
What To Expect
We’re committed to providing the guidance and tools you need for the perfect trip. Below you will find our service offerings, which are customized to each client’s needs. Feel free to contact us directly with any questions.
Let Us Take The Weight
There is nothing to prove by carrying your suitcase or holdall, while you cycle. Your luggage will be transferred by us
We've Got Your Back
Fully supported cycling challenge, with regular water stops and mechanical Support
Where am I going?
We work hard to produce the best cycling Routes, tailored to suit each event. Optimising distance, ascent and points of interest.
Example Itinerary
Based on a eight day challenge Tour
Unless stated getting to and from the start and finish locations of this challenge need to be arranged by yourself unless you have booked a transfer with us.
Day One
London To Calais
Starting at a convenient point in London we cycle away from the busy roads and streets of the capital to the Kent Downs a Nature preserve popular with hiking, biking, horseback riding & wildlife viewing amid hills & valleys. Making our way to the white cliffs of Dover where we board a ferry to France. Once across the channel we disembark and ride to our accommodation near Calais.
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Approx ascent 4,439 ft
Approx mileage 95
Day Two
Calais To Arras
Leaving Calais into the quiet roads and lanes of french countryside taking on the undulations of the Regional Natural Park of the Caps and Opal Marsh. Cycling towards Arras best known for its beautiful Grand' Place and Markets.
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Approx ascent 3,212 ft
Approx mileage 85
Day Three
Arras To Senlis
Leaving Arras and heading to Senlis, Cycling up and down undulations though pretty French villages passing by the war memorials of Northern France.
Approx ascent 2,075 ft
Approx Mileage 85
Day Four
Senlis To Paris
Cycling a relaxed pace heading into the hustle and bustle of Paris as we reach the Eiffel tower and complete our London to Paris adventure. After a brief celebration, we ride to our accommodation.
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Approx ascent 1,200 ft
Approx mileage 60
Optional
Day In Paris
An optional day to explore Paris can be arranged. Please advise this when booking additional cost.
Day Five
Paris To Beauvais
Leaving Paris though the scenic Vexin français Natural Regional Park heading to Beauvais a city and commune in northern France. It serves as the capital of the Oise département.
Approx ascent 1,360 ft
Approx mileage 50
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Day Six
Beauvais To Abbeville
Heading out of Beauvais we get to enjoy more of the fabulous French countryside on our way to the historical town of Abbeville Located on the River Somme.
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Approx ascent 4,149 ft
Approx mileage 57
Day Seven
Abbeville To Dover
Leaving Abbeville riding on the more quiet roads and some cycle paths heading towards the coast and National Nature Reserve of the Sommee a popular nature reserve on the northern coast of France. embracing the undulations of the north coast to Calais where we board our ferry back to England
Approx ascent 1,776 ft
Approx mileage 80
Day Eight
Dover To London
Leaving the white cliffs of Dover behind we head back to the Kent Downs setting our sites on where we started Eight Days previous to complete our London to Paris Cycling tour. A brief celebration before heading home or a night’s stay to continue celebrating the choice is yours.
Approx ascent 4,868 ft
Approx Mileage 90
Day Nine
Optional Stay over in London
Optional Stay in London at the end of our tour at an additional cost. We say goodbye at breakfast, It time to head home. Making your own way home unless a prearranged transfer has been booked with us.
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Estimated Cost
London To Paris Cycle Challenge Tour
Cost based on eight day tour challenge
This costing guide is based on the specification below. The rates shown are estimated; however, please bear in mind that the number of people and dates chosen can affect the price.
6 people
7 Nights' Accommodation Inc Breakfast
Based on 2 people sharing a twin room
8 Days supported cycling
Ride leader If required
Water Stop snacks, fruit, hot drinks Inc
Lunch organised but at own cost
Dinner organised but at own cost
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£1,350.00 PP estimated
We are more than happy to customise this challenge, or any of our events to suit your needs.
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