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- Gold Operator
- Explore!
- Bicycle
- Pedal-powered journeys for two-wheeled explorers
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 16
- Ages 16+
Highlights
- Cycle alongside the great Canal du Midi
- Explore fascinating medieval cities and their local markets
- Ride through the picturesque landscapes of Languedoc
- Discover the fascinating fortress of Carcassone
- Indulge in traditional regional delicacies and fine wine
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Join trip Toulouse Airport.
- Day 2 Circular ride around Carcassonne
- Day 3 Cycle to Jouarres, winetasting at Marseillette
- Day 4 Leisurely circular ride va Laviniere.
- Day 5 Optional circular cycle route to Minerve
- Day 6 Continue on Canal du Midi and follow Canal de la Robine into Narbonne
- Day 7 Half day cycle to beaches of Gruissan Plage
- Day 8 Trip ends Toulouse Airport
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Hotel Aragon
HotelDays 1, 2Chateau Jouarres
HotelDays 3, 4, 5Hotel Zenitude Residence - Narbonne
HotelDays 6, 7
Operated by
Explore!
Number of tours
538
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
12 hours
Response rate
100%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
George· May 19th, 2025The itinerary, flexibility, and courtesy were all superb.Show more
Explore! commented on this reviewThanks so much for your wonderful review, George and for choosing Explore!Trip date: May 2025- William· September 30th, 2024Itinerary was interesting and accurately reported in description. The tour leader was very capable and organized the rides very well. He was knowledgeable about local history, so we learned something about the local area while we were having a good time cycling.Show moreExplore! commented on this reviewThank you for sharing some feedback on your recent cycling trip to France - Canals & Castles of the Midi. It is lovely to hear that you enjoyed our itinerary and felt you learnt some of the local history from your Explore Leader, all whilst having fun... Show moreTrip date: September 2024
- APamela· May 28th, 2023The Canal du Midi is very nice, perfect for a cycle ride.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AAnne· May 30th, 2023The beautiful scenery in France, the food, especially the croissants and pastries, and the nice group of people we were able to tour with.Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ARachida· July 8th, 2023Riding along the quiet and peaceful canal du midi, along the vineyards listening to our guide (Erwin) explaining the historical facts linked to the town visited and the restaurants he took us to !Show moreTrip date: July 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ASusan· October 1st, 2023First Explore trip totally met all my expectations, stunning location, cycling right level, food, drink, people!Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AAoife· September 30th, 2023The final cycling day our guide suggested Lastours as a destination, it was an unexpected joy on top of the magnificent canal du midi cycle. It demonstrates the tour guides ability to adapt to the group interests.Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AHilary· October 20th, 2023Cycling into Carcassonne Cycling to Chateaux de Lastours and walking up to some of the chateauxShow moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AJane· October 1st, 2023Seeing flamingos in flight near GruissanShow moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ALeslie· October 2nd, 2023Honestly, as stated above each day was a different adventure. Our rides were highlighted by our guide, Erwins knowledge of local history. I did enjoy the beach options.Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
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- From Saturday27 Sep, 2025To Saturday4 Oct, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $3,560 per person
- Instant Confirmation-20%From Saturday23 May, 2026To Saturday30 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,060NZ $2,448 per personMultiple Room Types
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- Instant Confirmation-20%From Saturday12 Sep, 2026To Saturday19 Sep, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$3,060NZ $2,448 per personMultiple Room Types
What our customers ask about this tour
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Rhonda
Asked on July 21st, 2025Would it be possible to make our way to Sete after the cycling trip? And return to Toulouse maybe 4 days later?
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Rhonda
Traveler•Written July 2025Are you still using that hotel? Or will a different hotel be used for the Sept 27 departure?
Explore!Operator•Written July 2025We do not offer any customizations so we would not be able to assist with a side trip to Sete. For the review, out of the 55 reviews on the tour, we have received an overall rating of Excellent on the accommodation with only 1 review stating there was an issue with the accommodation. We have addressed this with the hotel, however as the majority of our travelers have loved the accommodation and have had no bad experiences, we have not made any changes to the accommodation.
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Rhonda
Traveler•Written July 2025Is it possible to speak with someone over the phone as I have several questions regarding how the group riding will be managed? Can individuals ride at their own pace or must the group stay together the entire time? How many people are currently booked for the September 27 tour? What is the age range of the people and or the average age? Is it mostly individuals or couples or is it a large group of people who know each other?
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2025
Pace - riders can ride at their own pace, however there may be times they will have to wait for the group to catch up if they get too far ahead as we don't offer GPS and it is the guide that sets the route. We have 12 people booked for 27SEP25 and only 4 spaces currently available. The ages range from 58 - 74. 4 people have booked as solo travelers and then we have 4 bookings of 2.
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Tim
Asked on July 11th, 2025you have the wrong map on the 'Cycling in France - Canals and Castles of the Midi' by Explore!
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2025
If you follow the link below to our website you will find the correct map for this tour (on the photo slide there is a button saying map).
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Dan
Asked on November 26th, 2024Do I need travel insurance for this trip?
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2024
It is highly recommended to have travel insurance before joining the tour.
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Adrian
Asked on October 16th, 2024What are the accommodation details for the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
The confirmation with hotel details will be sent closer to your tour date in your final documents.
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Rene
Asked on October 9th, 2024Are meals included in the tour package?
- Explore!Operator•Written October 2024
Details regarding meals will be included in your final trip documents.
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Tanja
Asked on July 19th, 2024Are there suggestions for appropriate clothing for the tour?
- Explore!Operator•Written July 2024
Advice on appropriate clothing will be included in your pre-tour information.
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Gloria
Asked on June 17th, 2024What is the maximum number of participants in a group?
- Explore!Operator•Written June 2024
Our tours can accommodate up to 16 people per group.
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Tania
Asked on April 20th, 2024If the last day of the tour is to Toulouse airport and my flight doesn't go out that day, can we stay?
- Explore!Operator•Written April 2024
We can book you an extra night at the hotel where the group stays last night in Narbonne. Another option is to take a transfer to Toulouse airport with the group and stay an extra night there. If you want to stay in Narbonne, there is also a train that takes 2 hours.
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Michelle
Asked on January 9th, 2024How much does it cost to upgrade to an e-bike?
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2024
E-bike hire costs an additional fee per person for the duration of the trip.
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Alex
Asked on January 6th, 2024I am checking to see if this itinerary is correct. The map shows that the beginning and end points are in Montpellier. However, the description lists Toulouse as the beginning and end points. Could you please clarify? I also am traveling solo. Do you have a single supplement?
- Explore!Operator•Written January 2024
The trip starts and ends in Toulouse, apologies for any confusion we will get this corrected. Please let me know if you have any further questions.
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