Pyrenees Motorcycle Tour 2023
Tour Overview
15 days / 14 nights from just €1499 per person
based on 2 people sharing a double room
what's included
This fabulous 15-day small-group hub tour ventures through South-West France, the French and Spanish Pyrenees Mountains and the amazing Principality of Andorra.
You will start and end your fabulous journey at the beautiful Caday Rouge chambre d’hôtes for seven nights. Enjoy a further seven nights in top quality hotels in the medieval city of Carcassonne, the Principality of Andorra, the beautiful Spanish town of Vielha and the pilgrimage town of Lourdes.
On this tour you will revel in the green valleys of the Lot, Dordogne, Célé and Vézère. You will visit historical landmarks, monuments and medieval chateaux whilst riding through the traffic-free roads of South-West France, enjoying its amazing green scenery. You will ride to the medieval city of Carcassonne, through the spectacular Regional Park of the Catalan Pyrenees to Andorra La Vella. We will then travel through Vielha to the Pyrenees Regional Natural Park and continue to the sacred town of Lourdes where you will stay for three days. You will explore the mountainous regions and visit the fabulous Col de Tentes and see the mountain tops of the Col d’Ech, Col de Taulemale and Col de Tramassel. Truly spectacular riding and panoramic views.
One of the highlights of this tour is to spend 2 nights in the capital city Andorra la Vella, a tax-free haven for the shoppers amongst you. During our stay we will explore the surrounding mountainous regions riding truly magnificent motorcycling roads with amazing scenery and history.
There is so much to see whilst riding through these three fabulous countries where you will be mesmerised by the fantastic landscape and sights.
This is the ultimate Pyrenees motorcycle touring experience giving you a delightful and memorable touring holiday you will never forget.
Book your place with the group and enjoy this unforgettable tour.
For those who don’t ride pillion, CRMT can offer a luxury support vehicle for the tour duration, please enquire.
skill level
Intermediate
Advanced
This escorted tour is suitable for proficient riders who can ride the distances stated in the itinerary. We will ride a maximum of 3,000 kilometres for the holiday duration. The tour riding days are good fun, very sociable and start at 9am to maximise your days’ tour enjoyment.
HIGHLIGHTS
- The tour starts and ends at Caday Rouge
- 14 nights superb accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis with private en-suite bathrooms
- Explore South West France, Northern Spain and Andorra – three amazing countries in one tour
- Escorted riding through the picturesque Nouvelle Aquitaine and Occitanie regions
- Explore the beautiful green valleys of the Lot, Dordogne, Célé and Vézère
- Visit the fabulous Col de Tentes, Col d’Ech, Col de Taulemale & Col de Tramassel
- Visit Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, Rocamadour and Domme
- Visit historic Castles and Chateaux
- Luxury support vehicle option for your luggage and pillion or non-riders
- Service of a professional tour escort and 24-hour support and advice
- A fabulous workshop and motorcycle washing facilities
- Garage parking for your motorcycle whilst at Caday Rouge
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Saturday
Arrive and check in at Caday Rouge, settle in, relax and socialise by the pool and meet your new companions before dinner.
Day 2 – Sunday
An early start and today we head south-east to the medieval city of Carcassonne and our first overnight stay. Spend the afternoon walking through the cobbled streets and ramparts and enjoy a tour around the Chateau Comtal before the perfect dining experience – 250 kms
Day 3 – Monday
Another early but enjoyable start as we head into the Pyrenees and to the Principality of Andorra for two overnight stays. Spend the evening walking through the vibrant capital city Andorra la Vella – 360 kms
Day 4 – Tuesday
A relaxing start and an optional rest day. After a fulfilling breakfast we can explore Andorra and its surroundings or enjoy shopping in this duty-free principality. If you choose to ride, we will visit the Col de Cabus, a perfect scenic spot, then continue to El Serrat for lunch before returning to Andorra la Vella and our hotel for another vibrant evening of entertainment – 160 km
Day 5 – Wednesday
A great days riding ahead as we leave Andorra, heading west into the Spanish Pyrenees and the Pico Aneto Mountain peak, which we will explore before checking into our hotel in Vielha for our fourth overnight stay. You will enjoy stunning scenery and fabulous motorcycling – 200 kms
Day 6 – Thursday
A relaxed start and some great riding ahead of us as we promptly leave Vielha and we will explore the Col de Long and ride the Col d’Aspin and onto our hotel in the sacred town of Lourdes in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains, where we stay for the next three nights – 240 km
Day 7 – Friday
The perfect rest day. After breakfast you will have the chance to explore the ancient and religious town of Lourdes known for the Sanctuaries Notre-Dame of Lourdes and is a major Catholic pilgrimage site. Enjoy a relaxing lunch with local French cuisine enjoying the tranquillity this beautiful town offers – 0 kms
Day 8 – Saturday
An early breakfast before exploring the famous Pyrenees National Park. We venture south to the park of Loisirs of Hautacam and the Col de Tramassel then onto Gavarnie and the Col de Tentes for some amazing scenic riding. We return towards Laruns before returning to Lourdes for our third overnight stay – 220 kms
Day 9 – Sunday
We leave the Pyrenees and head north towards the commune of Lauzerte. This beautiful village lies between the foothills of the Massif Central and the Garonne River plain in the region known as Quercy Blanc, due to the limescale predominating the landscape. You will ride through Nouvelle Aquitaine and the Midi-Pyrenees enjoying the natural green beauty of these regions whilst returning to Caday Rouge – 250 kms
Day 10 – Monday
After breakfast we travel into the Dordogne Valley to the beautiful bastide and fortified medieval town of Domme. We will visit the Abbey Nouvelle and a magnificent viewing tower with breath-taking views of the surrounding area. After lunch, we enjoy a tour of the historic Château de Beynac or the fun museum ‘La Rue du Temps qui Passe’ before returning to Caday Rouge – 200 kms
Day 11 – Tuesday
A well-deserved and needed rest day and a chance to relax by the private pool at Caday Rouge. Take a stroll down by the river and visit the local towns around our surrounding area and enjoy the peace and tranquillity this region of France offers – 0 km
Day 12 – Wednesday
We continue your adventure and head east into the Lot Valley visiting Cahors, Saint-Cirq-Lapopie and Cajarc. We will stop at the 14th century Pont Valentré then onto Cajarc for lunch by the River Lot. We then head north into the Célé Valley visiting Marcilhac-sur-Célé and Cabrerets for some of the most scenic riding this region has to offer, before our return to Caday Rouge – 240 km
Day 13 – Thursday
After breakfast we head to the medieval town of Pujols and then onto Monbahus and Lauzun before visiting the 16th century Renaissance Château de Monbazillac, which has been a listed historic monument since 1941. We will lunch in Issigeac before returning to Caday Rouge via the bastides of Villereal and Monflanquin and the commune of Montagnac-sur-Lède – 190 kms
Day 14 – Friday
Our first stop today will be the beautiful Château de Campagne in the Dordogne. Our scenic route will take us to the amazing and historic Abbey of Cadouin for lunch. We will then ride south to the famous bastide of Monpazier, then onto Chateau de Biron for a visit of this remarkable historic monument, before returning to Caday Rouge via the Chateau de Gavaudun – 140 kms
Day 15 – Saturday
Farewell and bon voyage, we hope you have had a fantastic holiday and we would love to see you back here again for another tour.
CRMT can change the itinerary to suit seasonal opening times as required.
CRMT cannot be held responsible for any government Covid restrictions implemented during your stay.
AVAILABLE TOURS:
START DATES for 2023
All tours start on a Saturday:
April 29th – limited availability
July – 15th
August – 5th – limited availability
August – 26th – fully booked
Additional 2023 dates may be available, please enquire.
2024 Pre-bookings available. Please enquire for more information.
Minimum 3 riders for the tour to proceed. Support vehicle option available.
Pyrenees Adventure 2020
Here's some video footage taken on this tour in 2019
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- 1 rider & 1 pillion
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2 riders
Private double room
- Bed and Breakfast
- 2 riders
- 2 CRMT Hired Motorcycles
*Half-board package available whilst at Caday Rouge. Please enquire for details.
*Half-board package: Includes breakfast and evening meal only. Drinks are not included.
1 rider
Private double room- Bed and Breakfast
- 1 rider
- your motorcycle
1 rider
Private double room- Bed and Breakfast
- 1 rider
- 1 CRMT Hired Motorcycle
1 rider, 1 pillion
Private double room- Bed and Breakfast
- 1 rider & 1 pillion
- your motorcycle
2 riders
Private double room- Bed and Breakfast
- 2 riders
- your motorcycles
1 rider, 1 pillion
Private double room- Bed and Breakfast
- 1 rider & 1 pillion
- 1 CRMT Hired Motorcycle
2 riders
Private double room- Bed and Breakfast
- 2 riders
- 2 CRMT Hired Motorcycles
*Half-board package available whilst at Caday Rouge. Please enquire for details.
*Half-board package: Includes breakfast and evening meal only. Drinks are not included.
WE ACCEPT PAYMENTS VIA CREDIT CARD OR PAYPAL
(ONCE WE HAVE CONFIRMED YOUR BOOKING YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL WITH A LINK TO OUR PAYMENT SECTION)
ACCOMMODATION
This small group hub-tour includes seven nights’ accommodation at the beautiful Caday Rouge chambre d’hôtes. You will enjoy a further seven nights in top quality hotels. You will stay one night in Carcassonne and its medieval city, two nights in the Principality of Andorra, and one night in the Spanish Pyrenees at Vielha. We will then return to the French Pyrenees staying in the pilgrim town of Lourdes for a further three nights.
Your accommodation at Caday Rouge is a beautiful stone manor house with a 19thcentury Quercy stone cottage. All the newly renovated bedrooms are all en-suite with private bathrooms.
Group bookings also have the availability to use our three-bedroom luxury holiday cottage with three double bedrooms and sharing 2 bathrooms.
These beautiful buildings are set within two acres of well-maintained tranquil gardens nestling peacefully in the serene countryside on the banks of the River Lot. There are various terraces around the house, cottage and large swimming pool for outside dining and socialising during the summer season.
Relax and enjoy our private large saltwater swimming pool after a great days riding. The terraces are equipped with parasols, sun loungers and seating for your comfort, enjoyment and socialising, so all you need to do is order your cool beverage from our licenced bar and revel in the tranquillity Caday Rouge offers.
No pets are allowed
FOOD
Every tour day includes a delightful continental breakfast to get you started.
Whilst at Caday Rouge we offer wholesome daily picnic lunches. We will lunch at some beautiful and secret places of natural beauty throughout these regions which allows you more time to ride and explore!
Evening dining is available at Caday Rouge in our beautiful restaurant where we prepare and serve superb high-quality home-cooked meals. Weather permitting and during the summer months you may dine on one of our many terraces within the tranquil gardens of Caday Rouge. A great way to spend a lovely evening after a fabulous days riding.
Our bar is available to all guests for alcoholic beverages including wines, beers and soft drinks, all offered at a very reasonable price.
We can offer a half-board option which includes breakfast and evening meal throughout your tour. Please enquire.
We offer a minibus shuttle service using our luxury support vehicle taking you to local nearby villages if you prefer to dine elsewhere.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- 15 days escorted motorcycle tour in South West France, Andorra and Northern Spain
- 14 nights superb accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis with private en-suite bathrooms
- Use of private swimming pool and all facilities whilst at Caday Rouge
- Service of experienced escorts with vast local and regional knowledge
- Full 24-hour support and expert advice
- Garage parking for your motorcycle whilst at Caday Rouge
- One booking secures a tour. There is no minimum number required to proceed
Options Available
- All-inclusive motorcycle tours
- Fly ride holidays
- BMW & Honda motorcycle hire
- Luxury support vehicles to carry your luggage and for pillion or non-riders
- Local airport and train station transfers
- Evening transport to local towns and villages whilst at Caday Rouge
- Hire of motorcycle safety-wear
- Custom and bespoke tours for group bookings
- Indulge in other activities at Caday Rouge Adventure Holidays
- A fabulous workshop and motorcycle washing facilities
- Laundry service
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
- Fuel & parking
- Road tolls
- Ferry or flights
- Any entrance fees to attractions
- Meals other than breakfast
- Drinks
- Personal insurance
- Helmets and protective clothing (available to rent subject to availability)
- Anything that is not in ‘Included’
Confirmation of Booking
Deposit: A 30% deposit is required to secure your booking. Confirmation of your booking will be sent to you by email. The balance of the payment is to be paid 90 days before your tour begins.
CRMT’s commitment to you: If you book one of our tours, we guarantee the tour will proceed. There is no minimum number required for any CRMT tour to go ahead.
Return of deposit: If for any reason you have to cancel your confirmed booking with CRMT, we will endeavour to rebook your place within the group. If this is successful, we will refund all your money paid to date, less any incurred expenses. The tour will have to be fully booked for this to take effect.
COVID Travel Restrictions: If you are unable to attend your booked tour due to COVID Government travel restrictions, we can reschedule your tour at no extra cost, subject to availability.
CRMT has the right to cancel any tour due to only unforeseen circumstances. If this happens we will return all funds paid.
please note
Note 1
If you hire a motorcycle from CRMT it may only be used during the tour days and whilst with the group. Our motorcycles are not for private use.
Note 2
If you hire a motorcycle from CRMT, a €1000.00 Excess Damage Cash Deposit is required before any riding takes place. You must provide a copy of your passport, a valid Driving Licence and International Driving Permit with the correct endorsements. All original documents must be provided on arrival. If you hire a motorcycle from CRMT the mileage is included within the hire price.
Note 3
• Spoken Languages: English, French.
• The maximum number of people in the group is 10.
• The maximum number of bikes in the group is 8.
• No minimum number for the tour to proceed.
• Airport & train station transfers available.
Note 4
If you are using your own motorcycle and a breakdown occurs, CRMT can return your bike to Caday Rouge. CRMT may also be able to assist in repatriating your motorcycle to some regions of Europe. A pre-determined date and cost can be confirmed subject to CRMT’s free time and when their tour season allows them.
Note 5
If you ride a motorcycle in France, you are required to wear a safety helmet with reflective decals and you must wear protective gloves. If you hire a CRMT motorcycle, it is obligatory to fulfil these requirements and laws.
If you are interested in this tour, please enquire for full details of the itinerary.
