Trail of Two Cities
A seven day epic gravel bike adventure from London to Paris
Ride through the "Garden of England," following Pilgrims Way to Canterbury, then cross the North Downs to Dover.
Discover the Côte d'Opale, the battlefield of Crécy and the wildlife of the Marais de Somme.
Explore the canals and Gothic cathedral of Amiens before making your final push to Paris!
INTINERARY
Day 1
London to Lenham
90km | 700m
Drop your bags, and we head off following the Thames Estuary out under the Dartford Crossing. Cross the Medway to join the Pilgrims Way to Lenham ending the day at a classic English pub.
Day 2
Lenham to Dover
65 km | 600 m
Fuel up with a proper English breakfast, then follow the Pilgrims' route to Canterbury for lunch. In the afternoon, ride across the North Downs before catching the ferry to Calais.
Day 3
Calais to Montreuil
105km | 1000m
Ride along the coast to Cap Gris-Nez for a view of England, then enjoy a quayside lunch in Boulogne. Afterward, leave the coast and ride along farm tracks to Montreuil.
Day 4
Montreuil to Amiens
150km | 1110m
Ride a mix of farm tracks and tiny lanes toward Crécy-en-Ponthieu, the site of Edward III's eponymous victory over the French in 1346.
Day 5
Amiens to Claremont
70km | 660m
A glorious day in the saddle following abandoned Roman roads and farm tracks across fields and through sleepy villages.
Day 6
Claremont to Paris
80km | 700m
Heading directly south, the farmland gradually transitions to woodland and more refined villages. Ride along the banks of the Oise before tackling the final sections of cobblestones into Paris.
Accommodation
We will be staying in 3 or 4 star hotels through out the trip, carefully chosen for their balance between local flavour and comfort...
The nitty gritty
Tour dates: 7th to 14th May 2025
The cost per rider is £1600 which includes six days fully supported and guided gravel riding, all accommodation on shared room basis, with breakfast, ferry fare and luggage transfers and support mechanic
Price excludes return from Paris, all meals except breakfast.
A non-refundable £300 deposit will secure your place, balance due 8 weeks before the tour starts.
Single room supplement available for £300 per person
Is this ride for me?
Give me a call if you are unsure about your fitness or suitability for this ride.
WHATS INCLUDED
ACCOMMODATION
In 4 star hotels and a local Auberge
Meals
Breakfasts are included in the tour.
Luggage TRANSFER
Your bags are transported from hotel to hotel.
Fully GUIDED
Rides are guided by Charlie, an experienced British Cycling Qualified Ride Leader
Supported Ride
Rides are shadowed by a van driven by a trained bike mechanic who can fix almost any bike problem.
Route grade
Suitable for most 'Club' level riders competent riding off-road.
Bike Transfer
Bike transfer from Paris to London is included, allowing you to return easily on the Eurostar.
Any Questions
Send me an email or give me a call 07930406610
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