Mediterranean Return Ticket
This Outbound Med route will pick-up throughout the UK and drop-off at Reims (Overnight Stay will be required for both onward journeys through France and return to the UK), Beaune, Macon Nord, Lyon Sud, Valence Sud, Orange, Montpellier, Narbonne and Rosas. The UK drop off/pick up points will be Dover, Gravesend, Waltham Abbey, South Mimms, Northampton, Leicester Forest, Trowell Services, Sheffield Meadowhall, Wakefield, Leeds.
This long established route has proved extremely popular with our clients.
The drop off points will be:-
Reims - Enjoy good access to the Marne Valley. Here we will having an overnight stay (for those not departuring/joining the coach at Reims) which you will need to book your own hotel, a map will be sent with the hotel options near to the drop off/pick up.
Beaune
Scenic routes north to the Parc Régional du Morvan and quiet roads south to the Jura Mountains. Low gears needed!
Macon Nord
Explore the Jura Mountains, head east to the Alps or south east to the plateau of the Dombes, or enter the Massif Central for some excellent cycling.
Lyon Sud
Well placed for the Jura Mountains, the Chartreuse, French Alps and Lyonnais Mountains.
Valence Sud
Starting point for exploring the Vercors. Tough climbs reaching 1000ft high, offers superb views and easy riding once you're up there. Further east the mountains of the Alps offer snow capped scenery and the chance to tackle some of the classic mountain passes.
Orange
Go west to the Ardeche or head east into Provence and enjoy Mont Ventoux or the mountains of the Luberon and the Gorge du Verdon. Easier cycling can be found in the Rhône Valley.
Montpellier
Flat easy cycling to the mouth of the Rhône. More challenging cycling is in the countryside of the Cévennes and Gorges de Tarn.
Narbonne
Flat easy cycling to the north and west and Carcassonne is an opportunity to explore the foothills of the Pyrénées.
Rosas
Why not head inland and explore the volcanic natural parks beyond Banyoles, or cycle the fascinating nature reserves of Emporda. Or if you want to use a base on the beautiful Bay of Roses, then look at our Fixed Holiday Options at Hotel Marian Platja HERE.
Alternatively, if you need a day or two to recover at the Hotel Marian Platja, or just rest, it is ideal. Please contact us and we can contact the hotel for prices.
To book please go to the Departure Dates above and if you want to book more than one person, please change to the number required.
BOOKS
Cicerone Books for all your cycling routes Click HERE
For an independent website for cycling in France 'FreeWheeling' Click HERE
FAQ's
Where do I find out the exact location of my pick-up?
The easiest way to find your pick-up point is on the 'Pick-up points' tab above. You can manipulate the google map by clicking and dragging the cursor so that you point is in the centre of the map and then you can zoom in and out by using the '+' and '-' buttons on-screen. The point that you can see on the google map when you are fully zoomed in is the exact area where the European Bike Express Coach can be found. Click on the "Satellite" tab to get an accurate picture.
Do I have to give a Mobile Number?
We strongly recommend that you supply us with a contact number in case we need to advise you of any important information about your transfer close to the time of departure. For example if we are running late due to unforeseen circumstances, then we will keep you updated by text. After over 35 years of experience we highly recommend that you provide us with this information so that we can make your travel arrangements go as smoothly as possible.
How do I book a departure?
To book please click on the Departure Dates above tab and then amend number of passengers if not 1. Then click the trolley.
Where can I book the Hotel for Reims?
We will be parking the Coach at the Ibis Reims, Tinqueux 51433, although there are other Hotels in the Area. The Hotels can be found HERE on Google Maps. You can click on them there or go to the Hotels direct websites or Trivago, Expedia, Hotels.com or Booking.com or indeed any website that sells hotels. You must book them independently and we would advise booking them with free cancellations. We will be leaving the hotel at 06:00 the following morning on the outbound. Please do not book breakfast as this won't be available until 06:30 and we will have left. We will stop at around 08:15 to allow you to get breakfast.
On the return however, we will not be leaving until approximately 07:30 which will allow you time to have breakfast.
Are there any restaurants at Reims I can book for the overnight stay?
Yes just click on the link HERE for the Hotels and the restaurants.
References
Cicerone Books for all your cycling routes Click HERE
For an independent website for cycling in France 'FreeWheeling' Click HERE
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dover Eastern Docks | DOVER Coach Pick Up Point Dover Eastern Docks, Dover, CT16 1JA |
| Gravesend | GRAVESEND - Cyclopark, The Tollgate, Wrotham Rd, Gravesend, DA11 7NP |
| Leeds | LEEDS - M1 Junc 45, Skelton Lake Services Leeds, LS9 0AS |
| Leicester Forest | LEICESTER - Leicester Forest East Services M1 (Juncs 21/21A), Southbound, LE3 3GB |
| London (North) | LONDON NORTH - South Mimms Services M25 Junc.23, Bignells Corner, Potters Bar, EN6 3QQ |
| Northampton | NORTHAMPTON, M1 Junction 16 (A45), Oval Services Upper Heyford. NN7 3NF |
| Nottingham Trowell Serv. | NOTTINGHAM - M1 (between junctions 25/26) Trowell Services, (S/bound), Nottingham. NG9 3PL |
| Sheffield Meadowhall | SHEFFIELD - M1 Junction 34 (A6109). Bus Stop on Meadowhall Way, (Nexus Academy) Sheffield. S9 1EA |
| Wakefield | WAKEFIELD - M1 Junction 39 (A636) Slip road, Cedar Court Htl, Denby Dale Rd, Wakefield WF4 3QZ |
| Waltham Abbey | WALTHAM ABBEY - M25 junction 26 (A121) Layby nr Skillet Hill Farm, Waltham Abbey. EN9 3QU |
