French Alps Bike Tour – Lake Annecy to Chamonix
Tour Overview
Alpine Riding, Savoyard Villages & Mont Blanc Views | NEW FOR 2027: PART OF OUR PRIVATE GROUP ONLY COLLECTION
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Start: Annecy, France | End: Chamonix, France
Bikes: View Fleet |
E-Bikes Available ( Limited. Request Early)
Rating: Avid Trips
Discover the French Alps on a private bike tour from Lake Annecy to Chamonix. Ride through Haute-Savoie and the Aravis Mountains, explore villages including Thônes and Megève, and finish beneath the dramatic Mont Blanc massif. The featured itinerary combines rewarding cycling with regional flavors and distinctive accommodations. A visit to Courmayeur introduces the Italian side of the Alps. Offered exclusively to private groups, this journey starts with your people and preferred dates. Tell us about your riding experience, interests and travel priorities, and we’ll prepare an itinerary and custom quote.
Your Private French Alps Cycling Vacation
Gather your friends, family or cycling club for an alpine journey planned around your group.
Start with the featured itinerary, then discuss your preferred dates, riding interests and travel style with us. We’ll explain suitable options, proposed arrangements and available changes before you book.
Dates, accommodations and experiences are confirmed during planning and are subject to availability.
Custom Pricing for Your Group
Each departure is individually quoted. Pricing reflects your dates, group size, room arrangements, accommodations and agreed itinerary.
Your proposal will outline the riding, experiences, inclusions and cost.
Is This Alpine Bike Tour Right for You?
Cycling in the Alps is about more than daily mileage. Tell us about your group’s experience with climbing, descending and consecutive riding days, along with your preferred distances. We’ll discuss the proposed terrain, route options and support arrangements so you can assess the trip with confidence. If your group includes different riding abilities, share that information early in planning.
Tour Highlights
- Ride beside Lake Annecy and through alpine landscapes.
- Explore Savoyard villages and mountain communities.
- Experience a section of the 2018 Tour de France route.
- Discover Chamonix and the Italian mountain town of Courmayeur.
- Travel with your own group and professional support.
Lodging Information
Distinctive lodging, carefully selected to complement your tour.
Imperial Palace, Annecy
The exceptional environment of the peninsula and its majestic “Belle Époque” façade make this hotel a stunning destination set amid Lake Annecy and the mountains. Ideally situated in the heart of the Alps in Upper Savoy, only 30 minutes from Geneva airport this is symbolic building for the people of Annecy and is located a few minutes away on foot from the city center (2 nights).
Hotel Beauregard, La Clusaz
This hotel is built in traditional Savoyard chalet style, located at the foot of the ski slopes, close to the village La Clusaz. Each room features a private balcony with incredible views over the resort of La Clusaz or over the Aravis mountain range. (1 Night)
Hameau Albert 1er (Relais & Châteaux 5 *), Chamonix
In the valley of Chamonix Mont-Blanc, the charming 5-star Hameau Albert 1er welcomes you in a prestigious setting in the heart of lush greenery. Luxurious, boutique-style rooms with fireplaces, family suites, cozy cottages, a spa, an indoor and outdoor pool with views of Mont-Blanc, a 2-star Michelin restaurant, a country restaurant, and conference facilities make for a fabulous stay. heart of the mountaineering capital. (2 Nights)
Private Trip Information
- Private Groups
Contact Us to Plan What's Included
- Support of experienced Sojourn leaders both of whom are French national and locals to the area.
- Full van support for a variety of route options
- Custom Sojourn branded performance shirt, riding sling bag and water bottle – yours to keep
- 5 nights at boutique and luxury accommodations
- All meals except for 1 lunch and 2 dinners.
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Baggage transfers and porterage
- Complimentary use of Sojourn’s equipment and bikes. We will be using Giant or Specialized carbon fiber road/hybrid bikes on this trip
- Option of Electric Assist Bikes (E-Bikes)
- Daily route directions, maps, and a downloadable GPS Option
- 5% Past Traveler Discount to use on your next Sojourn Tour
FAQs
Share your preferred dates, and we’ll explore suitable options based on seasonal conditions and availability. Your departure is confirmed in your proposal.
No. Your departure is reserved exclusively for your private group.
We’ll discuss your interests and riding preferences, then explain which changes are available and how they affect pricing.
Your proposal will specify accommodations, meals, guiding, cycling equipment, transfers and experiences for the agreed itinerary.
The properties featured on this page illustrate the itinerary. Your proposal will confirm the hotels and room arrangements for your group.
Please share your approximate dates, group size, riding experience, room preferences and special interests. An approximate budget also helps us develop suitable options.
Bring your people together for alpine riding, mountain scenery and time to enjoy the journey.
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DAY BY DAY
France Bike Tour
Bienvenue to this French and Italian Alps cycling trip at pristine Lake Annecy and its picturesque namesake town otherwise known as “the little Venice of the Alps.” Ride along the west shore of France’s third-largest lake, renowned for being Europe’s cleanest. Tonight, join us for a welcome drink and dinner at the restaurant in the Imperial Hotel.
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Hotel Imperial Palace
DSet off on your exploration of the Alps’ glorious Haute-Savoie region. At 7,713 feet, La Tournette, the highest mountain around the lake, dominates the dramatic vistas during your ride.
48 Hotel Imperial Palace B, LGet ready for your bucket list ride today. Pedal part of the 2018 Stage 10 of the Tour de France from Col de Bluffy offering gorgeous views of the Chateau de Menthon – Saint Bernard. Our route takes us deeper into the mountains through small villages into Thônes, the capital of Reblochon cheese. Relax at a luxurious Alpine Chalet on the foothills of the Aravis mountains.
25 Hotel Beauregard B, DThis morning, ride through the chic farming villages of Flumet and Megève. Break for a picnic lunch in the storybook town of Megève. Your home for the next two nights is at the Relais & Chateaux 5-star Hameau Albert 1er in the glamorous town of Chamonix on the ski slopes of Mont Blanc.
44 Hameau Albert 1er B, LThis morning we cross over to the Italian side of Mont Blanc to the mountain town of Courmayeur in Aosta Valley. Explore this “best all-round ski resort town of Italy” over lunch. In the afternoon visit the Mer De Glace and explore the famous ice cave at your own pace. Tonight, we gather for a farewell dinner at the hotel’s mountain-style farmhouse restaurant.
27 Hameau Albert 1er B, DAfter breakfast get ready for your final alpine ride — an out-and-back around Chamonix with ever-changing views of Les Grands Montets. Return to a delicious lunch before your departure to Geneva.
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