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France: Self-Guided Holidays and Small Group Walking & Cycling Adventures
France is an enchanted land where the heritage of a great past happily meets the art of good living. A cycling holiday or walking tour of France is the best way to appreciate the real France, discovering the local scents and sights, at a leisurely pace, of this warm and welcoming land. Journey through a landscape captured on canvas by famous painters like Cézanne, Picasso and Van Gogh, where the promise of leisurely strolls or cycling through timeless villages and rugged countryside await each day on a UTracks holiday.
Our range of cycling, walking and even snowshoeing holidays, both guided and self guided, will allow you to experience the charms of France’s most distinctive and charming regions, including Provence, the Loire Valley, Burgundy, Brittany, Bordeaux, Alsace, the Dordogne, Corsica and also the famous Mont Blanc region.
A walking holiday in France is a must for any keen walker. Our wide range of Mont Blanc walking holidays, which cater for families to very fit trekkers, should not be overlooked.
- Mont Blanc Classic Walk - a self guided walking adventure around the highest peak in the European Alps
- Mont Blanc Guided Walk - a guided walking holiday of the high mountain trails and around the skirts of glaciers
- Mont Blanc Family Adventure - a guided family walking tour to experience the spectacular Mont Blanc
Utracks Europe offers a range of guided and self-guided tours to help you cycle, walk, trek, boat and barge your way through France on a small group adventure holiday.
Introductory | 8 days
Experience the picturesque valleys and villages of the Pyrenees on foot
moderate | 8 days
Wind your way through the picturesque villages and vineyards of the great wine making region of Alsace
moderate | 7 days
Discover the picturesque Vosges mountains and the vineyards of Alsace on foot
moderate | 7 days
A walking holiday through the Vosges Mountains
moderate | 8 days
Experience the cultural and natural highlights of Provence by foot
moderate | 8 days
Experience the cultural and natural highlights of Provence by foot
moderate | 7 days
Cycle through the ancient forests and rolling hills of Burgundy
moderate | 8 days
An extended version of the Biking in Burgundy 7 day tour with an extra day to cycle to Nuits-St-George or explore the historic town of Beaune
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Exploration on foot through one of the most famous and culturally diverse wine regions of France
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Discover Brittany's wild emerald coast and its mysterious Celtic traditions by bike
moderate | 7 days
A cycle through Burgundy's impressive vineyards and along the Voie Verte cycleway
introductory to moderate | 4 days
An introduction to cycling through Burgundy's magnificent vineyards
introductory to moderate | 8 days
A stunning walk through the vineyards and villages of Burgundy, with a walking itinerary that reads more like a wine list
introductory to moderate | 7 days
Walk through the vineyards of Burgundy and sample fine food and wine
moderate to challenging | 8 days
Cycle Burgundy's charming countryside, home to beautiful chateaux and vast vineyard estates
moderate | 7 days
Cycle quiet canal paths past historic towns from Toulouse to the Mediterranean
moderate to challenging | 8 days
A guided cycle expedition to explore the stunning diversity of Corsica's coast and mountains
moderate | 7 days
An inspiring journey on foot to discover the history of the Cathars and their enduring legacies
moderate | 8 days
Cycle past vineyards and magnificent architecture in the Loire Valley. Sample great wines en route as you cycle through French history.
introductory to moderate | 8 days
A walking adventure to discover the chateaux, vineyards and forests of the Loire Valley
moderate | 8 days
The "Way of St James", across the Aubrac Plateau in southern France
moderate | 5 days
A delightful walk through the volcanic highlands of the Haute-Loire region in south central France
moderate | 10 days
Experience the 'Way of St James' from the Pyrenees in France to the Rioja region of Spain
moderate to challenging | 8 days
A cycle expedition to explore the stunning diversity of Corsica's coast and mountains
moderate | 8 days
Explore Corsica on foot from the mountains to the sea
moderate | 8 days
Discover Corsica's vibrant villages, geological wonders and azure coastline by foot
introductory to moderate | 15 days
An inspirational journey by bike from the heart of the Loire River Valley to the rugged Atlantic coast
moderate | 7 days
Descend from the mountains to the sea, exploring coastal villages that once inspired Salvador Dali
introductory to moderate | 8 days
A superb walk from the perfume capital of the world, through charming villages of the Maritime Alps and with breathtaking views over the Riviera coast
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore the gardens and chateaux of the Loire Valley at handlebar level
moderate to challenging | 7 days
Experience the rugged alpine beauty of the Gran Paradiso National Park on foot
moderate to challenging | 8 days
Experience the best of the Pyrenees by bike and on foot
moderate | 10 days
Walking in the Dordogne valley and surrounding hills
moderate | 8 days
A shorter walk in the Dordogne Valley and surrounding hills
Challenging | 8 days
An exceptional guided wilderness hike in the high Pyrenees
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore the magnificent landscapes and flora of the Haute Pyrenees on foot
moderate | 8 days
A cycling adventure in the historic Dordogne region in southwest France. Visit Souillac Sarlat and Rocamadour and cycle through deep river valleys and high plateaus
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Cycle through the Loire's vineyards and villages by day, retiring to our private barge in the evenings
Introductory | 5 days
Centre based cycle trip exploring the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Visit the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley at your own pace
introductory to moderate | 6 days
Visit the vineyards and chateaux of the Loire valley at your own pace
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore vineyards and chateaux as you walk through history in the Loire Valley
moderate to challenging | 11 days
An extended self guided supported circuit of Mont Blanc
moderate to challenging | 8 days
A classic self guided supported walk in the Alps through France, Switzerland and Italy
moderate to challenging | 10 days
An extended walk in the Alps, traversing high mountain passes
moderate | 7 days
A special family adventure through the Alps to view famous peaks and glaciers
moderate | 7 days
A specially tailored walk for families around Mont Blanc from the Chamonix Valley to Courmayeur
moderate to challenging | 7 days
An exhilarating walk through the Alps with spectacular views of famous peaks and glaciers
moderate | 7 days
A relaxed pace walk around Mont Blanc through Italy, Switzerland and France
introductory to moderate | 5 days
Discover on foot the charming coastline between St Malo and Mont St Michel
moderate | 8 days
A walk in the French Pyrenees with a taste of Spain. Hike from high mountain cols to lush green valleys and pass fortified walled towns and castles.
introductory to moderate | 6 days
A cycle through WWII history from Bayeux to Honfleur via the Norman coast and the landing beaches
introductory to moderate | 10 days
Cycle the Voies Vertes bikeway through Normandy to the coast and the impressive Mont St Michel
moderate to challenging | 7 days
A cycle along the Via Tolosana, a medieval pilgrim route between Provence and Languedoc
introductory to moderate | 7 days
Follow in Van Gogh's footprints and walk through painted Provencal landscapes in the Alpilles
Introductory | 8 days
Explore the enchanting villages of Provence at handlebar level
moderate | 8 days
Explore the quintessential Provence landscape by barge and bike
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Walk through the Luberon and the stunning scenery of Regalon, and delight in the Provencal villages.
moderate | 8 days
Experience the picturesque valleys of the Pyrenees in winter by snowshoe
moderate to challenging | 7 days
A unique self guided supported walk through the stunning Queyras region of the French Alps
Introductory | 5 days
Centre based cycle and walking trip exploring the Loire valley countryside from the comfort of a chateau hotel
Challenging | 7 days
A guided walk along the southern section of the famous GR20
moderate | 7 days
Explore the historic sites of the Cathars in the Tarn and Aveyron regions on foot. Walk through medieval hilltop towns, vineyards, gorges and forest in Rural France.
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore the canal ways and the famous vineyards of Burgundy by bike
moderate | 10 days
An extended walk off the beaten track in the Massif Central in France
moderate | 8 days
A charming walk off the beaten track in the Massif Central in France
Adventure Touring | 8 days
Discover on foot dramatic coastal scenery and classic Provençal culture of the Marseilles area
moderate to challenging | 10 days
A guided walk in the French countryside along Stevenson's Trail in the Massif Central boasting glorious quiet countryside, meadows and shaded chestnut forests
moderate to challenging | 10 days
A self guided walk in the French countryside walking along Stevenson's Trail in the Massif Central boasting glorious quiet countryside, meadows and shaded chestnut forests
moderate to challenging | 8 days
A shorter guided walk along Stevenson's Trail from Le Puy to Florac in the Massif Central
moderate to challenging | 8 days
A shorter self guided walk along Stevenson's Trail from Le Puy to Florac in the Massif Central
moderate | 7 days
Traverse the magnificent terrain and hotbed of historical intrigue that is the Cathar Castle region
moderate to challenging | 8 days
Walk along the Meridian Way and part of the famous GR10 to the high Pyrenees. Visit the World Heritage site of the Cirque de Gavarnie and explore the heart of the Pyrenees.
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Cycle through the vineyards of Bordeaux and the Gironde region. Sample superb local wines and oysters of L’Herbe.
moderate to challenging | 12 days
A self guided walk along the ancient pilgrim’s route through the Auvergne & Languedoc taking in historic Le Puy and Conques
moderate to challenging | 14 days
A classic alpine walk through the meadows and mountain passes of Mont Blanc in France, Italy and Switzerland
moderate to challenging | 14 days
A classic guided apline walk through the meadows and mountain passes of Mont Blanc in France, Italy and Switzerland
moderate | 8 days
Discover the coast and mountains along the edge of the Pyrenees on foot. Walk through beautiful seaside towns and panoramas, and enjoy the famous Banyuls wine and seafood.
moderate to challenging | 8 days
Walk from the Southern Alps to classic Provence towns, for a contrasting week in Haute Provence
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Discover on foot the charms of the Massif du Mézenc from a comfortable hotel base
introductory to moderate | 8 days
Explore the picturesque Dordogne region on foot with its many beautiful villages and medieval castles
introductory to moderate | 8 days
A cycle journey designed for lovers of fine wine and classic scenery
