The islands of the Gulf of Morbihan by bike
Île-aux-Moines, Île-d'Arz
© Alexandre Lamoureux
Duration
5 days and 4 nights
Niveau
Easy
ou Leisure
Departure date
From April 8th to September 30th
Type de séjour
Séjour liberté
Type de circuit
Une boucle itinérante
Destination
The Gulf of Morbihan by bike
Cycling on the islands that make up the charm of the Gulf of Morbihan.
Departing from Vannes, it’s an invitation to paradise that we offer you. There’s no other name for these two islands that make up the heart of this small inland sea.
Thanks to the “passeurs”, boats that provide the connections in the gulf, you will join:
– Île-d’Arz: rich in vegetation, the island will invite you to enjoy the sweetness of life. It is animated by its visitors who come to rediscover it every year but also by young farmers who are reconquering the island with organic crops. Several megalithic monuments testify to the human presence on this place thousands of years ago.
– The peninsula of Séné: it’s a narrow land bridge, surrounded by the sea of the Gulf where you can admire many species of birds that nest here. Let yourself be surprised by the flight of an Little egret, or a Grey heron, a wonder in this preserved nature.
– The peninsula of Rhuys which offers a little more activity and a beautiful marina.
– Île-aux-Moines, a haven of peace that you can walk or cycle.
Always in the middle of the water, a refreshing stay, to be shared in couple or family!
Discover Brittany by bike.
Itinéraire
Easy or Leisure From VANNES to ILE D'ARZ 13km 45m 
From Vannes downtown you ride about 3 km to reach the pier of the island of Arz. You leave the beautiful city of Vannes by boat to reach the island of Arz.
On the island, you need about 10km to go around all the points accessible by bike. We leave you here free to stroll at your leisure, without a precise route. Let yourself go and surprise at the turn of these paths and small roads that offers you thousands of wonders and different colors on the waters of the Gulf.
Meeting with our local guide
Before your first ride, we invite you to meet one of our guides, at your place of departure. A time of exchange, a privileged moment to give you our last practical tips, must-see places and experiences, to answer all your questions, take care of your bike fitting to begin your trip.
From ILE d'ARZ to ARZON via le petit passeur 35km 200m
The first boat drops you off on the Séné peninsula. In the midst of the birdlife, your mind wanders freely between land and sea. Small roads take you around the waters of the Gulf to reach the entrance to the Rhuys peninsula. Follow the southern shores of the little sea to reach Arzon. In between, the Château de Suscinio and the small village of Sarzeau grace this pretty route of small roads and greenways.
- For a few more km 45km 291m
This path takes you to the south shore of the Rhuys peninsula. Through countryside and marshes, reach one of Duchess Anne de Bretagne’s favorite summer residences, the famous Château de Suscinio. Well-preserved and restored, its drawbridge is open to visitors. The beautiful cycle paths in this southern part of the Golfe du Morbihan provide a pleasant link to the port of Crouesty and its dynamic summer life.
From ILE d'ARZ to ARZON via continent 49km 222m
The first boat drops you off on the Séné peninsula. In the midst of the birdlife, your mind wanders freely between land and sea. Small roads take you around the waters of the Gulf to reach the entrance to the Rhuys peninsula. Follow the southern shores of the little sea to reach Arzon. In between, the Château de Suscinio and the small village of Sarzeau grace this pretty route of small roads and greenways.
- For a few more km 60km 300m
This path takes you to the south shore of the Rhuys peninsula. Through countryside and marshes, reach one of Duchess Anne de Bretagne’s favorite summer residences, the famous Château de Suscinio. Well-preserved and restored, its drawbridge is open to visitors. The beautiful cycle paths in this southern part of the Golfe du Morbihan provide a pleasant link to the port of Crouesty and its dynamic summer life.
From ARZON to VANNES 25km 155m
Today, you’re off to discover the island Ile aux Moines. The first boat, the passeur, takes you and your bike to Île aux Moines. Enjoy a pleasant discovery of the island on the small car-free roads of this little cycling paradise. It’s with regret that you’ll have to take the boat back to the northern shores of the Golfe to cycle back to Vannes on the beautiful roads along the gulf.
VANNES
End of your trip after breakfast.
Have a safe journey back!
Ils ont voyagés avec nous
Informations pratiques
Essential Range
You want to enjoy your itinerary without anything fancy. Our ”essential” range offers a simple accommodation for a good night’s rest in a simple hotel, guesthouse, rest house or hostel.
Starting from 670€/participant in Self Guided option
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Comfort Range
Our quality standard at Abicyclette. This type of accommodation includes 2 and 3 stars hotels. Depending on the itinerary, you might spend some nights in approved guesthouses. You enjoy a double bedroom with private bathroom and toilet and adapted welcome for you and your bikes.
Starting from 695€/participant in Self Guided option
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Privilege Range
Opt for total comfort in charming 3 and 4 star hotels which offer all the services you need and a special welcome for you and your bikes.
Starting from 850€/participant in Self Guided option
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Price includes
- Accommodation: 4 nights in a Double room
- 4 breakfasts
- Luggage transfer
- Phone assistance 24/7
- Access to our exclusive travel application to follow your route, inform you about places of interest, restaurants, facilitate your assistance in case of emergency, find all your travel documents and our practical advice.
- Application fee
- Taxes
- Boat transfer (5)
- The itinerary trackable on the following supports:
- Loan of a Bicycle GPS uploaded with full itinerary of the trip
- Topo maps
- Cycling practical guide including restaurant recommendations for lunch & dinner
- Day 2 : A personalized greeting with our team at the beginning of the trip to receive your travel documents
- Day 2 : Sea crossing - VANNES - ILE D’ARZ
- Day 3 : Sea crossing - ILE D’ARZ - PRESQU’ILE DE SENE
- Day 3 : Sea crossing - PRESQU’ILE DE SENE - SAINT-ARMEL
- Day 4 : Sea crossing - PORT DE KERNERS - ILE AUX MOINES
- Day 4 : Sea crossing - ILE AUX MOINES - PORT-BLANC
Price does not include
- bike rental (see option)
- Breakfast on day 1
- Lunches
- Dinners not included in "Price includes"
- Drinks, visits & other personal expenses
Homemade and fully tested itineraries
- Routes selected for their cycling and touristic interest entirely tested and away from traffic
- Accomodations selected for their hospitality, atmosphere, services and quality meals
- A flexible organisation to suit you needs and wishes: You choose the date you want to you leave on! We check the availability of each accomodation to make sure it is possible.
Close assistance
- One of our guides greets you on your first day. He will hand out all the needed documents for the trip (hotel vouchers, maps of the area,GPS, practical guide), get you settled on your bikes (for rental bikes).
- Phone assistance, you can reach the Abicyclette team whenever you need
- A Luggage transfer service which respects your hours of rest (we pick them up after 10:00 and deliver them before 16:00)
Follow your itinerary anyway you like – modern, practical, traditional
- We loan you a GPS so that you can easily follow your itinerary without having to look for your way around (bike support included)
- Access to our exclusive travel application to follow your route, inform you about places of interest, restaurants, facilitate your assistance in case of emergency, find all your travel documents and our practical advice.
- A practical cycling guide with all the useful information (addresses, highlights for the day, topo maps, and touristic information)
You can also
- Rent a high end quality bike for real comfort, cycling pleasure and reliability a long trip requires.
- Suscribe to a Cancelation or Multi Risk insurance policy which cover you in case something unexpected comes up.
On our guided tours (for groups on demand), we accompany you every step of the way
- One of our state qualified instructor and professional cycling guide accompanies you every step of the way
- Full board (all meals covered unless asked otherwise)
- A picnic buffet set up for lunch with a wide choice of fresh and local produce
We offer a high-end bike rental service. Our bikes are suited for road and gravel road long-distance cycling. Fully equipped and highly reliable, they are faithful travel companions.
Our rentals include a "breakage and theft guarantee" for peace of mind when travelling. Information and details from your advisor.
Trekking bikeA layed out and dynamic position Mixed aluminium frame, telescopic fork. Straight handlebars. Disc brakes. Drivetrain Shimano 11 to 30 speeds (single, double or triple crankset). Supplied equipment per bike
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Touring bikeAn upright and easy going position Mixed aluminum frame, telescopic fork. Straight handlebars. Disc brakes. Shimano 11 to 30 speed transmission (single, double or triple crankset depending on the model). Supplied equipment per bike
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EbikeWith an autonomy of almost 120km, cycling has never been so easy! Supplied equipment per bike
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Gravel BikeA versatile bike brimming with qualities: maneuverability, lightness, versatility, elegance. Aluminum frame, carbon fork and steerer tube, Shimano GRX 400 derailleur, double chainrings, 11 speeds. Hydraulics disc brakes. Luggage-rack (not in photo) Weight: 10.50 kg Supplied equipment per bike
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Children BikeRecommended bike size (to be confirmed when booking) :
Supplied equipment per bike
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Bike trailerThule Chariot Cross 2 Supplied equipment per bike
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Getting here
Departure city : VANNES
Coming by car
- at 4h45 from PARIS
- at 4h30 from BORDEAUX
- at 7h from LYON
Parking*
- Parking P4 parc du Golfe longue durée de Vannes – VANNES
- Parking de Strasbourg – VANNES
- Parking Indigo République – VANNES
- Parking de la Gare – VANNES
- Q-Park Port – VANNES
- Parking Gare de Vannes – EFFIA – VANNES
Coming by train
- Vannes train station - 2h30 from Paris
Coming by plane
- Lorient Airport
- Nantes airport
Arrival city : VANNES
Coming by car
- at 4h45 from PARIS
- at 4h30 from BORDEAUX
- at 7h from LYON
Coming by train
- Vannes train station - 2h30 from Paris
Coming by plane
- Lorient Airport
- Nantes airport
*Parking: Since many of our clients travel by train or plane, we do not include parking in our packages. In addition, many accommodations don’t have the capacity to park a vehicle for the duration of your cycling vacation. So if you’re planning to arrive by car, we suggest you check parking options when you make your reservation. If you reserve a parking space at the first or last accommodation of your stay, you must pay the accommodation provider on site.
* Abicyclette Voyages accompanies you on demand, including transportation solutions.
Recommended equipment
Bike
- Hybrid Bike or Touring Bike or Gravel Bike
- 18 to 30-speed transmission
- 26- to 29-inch wheels
- Tires: 35 to 42 section, reinforced against punctures
- Disc brakes recommended
- 2 bottle cages
- Bell
- Front and rear lighting
Clothing and equipment
- Helmet (supplied with bike rental unless otherwise specified locally)
- 1 bike mount for smartphone to use the mobile route planner application
- Suitable cycling clothing:
- bib, shorts or tights: elastic and breathable, to facilitate movement and wick away perspiration
- Breathable T-shirts, synthetic or merino wool
- Breathable windbreaker
- Thermal or fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 pair of cycling shoes
- 1 backpack or 1 or 2 carrier bags
- 1 or 2 water bottles (supplied with bike rental in France)
- 1 lock (supplied with bike rental)
- Technical details, recommended by the team for optimum comfort:
- 1 pair of gloves or mittens, depending on season and destination
- Padded bib (chamois)
- High-visibility vest or fluorescent belt
- Neck warmer and cap
Bike maintenance
- Emergency repair kit: 2 or 3 inner tubes, patches, pump, tire levers, multi-tools
- Maintenance kit: rag, oil, brake pads
Other
- A suitcase for your belongings carried in the vehicle (limited to one per person)
- Street clothes
- 1 pair of evening shoes
- Fleece jacket for the evening
- Toiletry bag
- Telephone and charger
Terms of payment and cancellation
The full terms and conditions of sale are available here: https://www.abicyclette-voyages.com/conditions-generales-de-vente/
Booking and payment
- Departure more than 30 days before your booking: payment of a deposit of 30%, excluding insurance, at the time of booking. If you have taken out travel insurance, it must be paid in full at the time of booking to guarantee its validity.
- Departure within 30 days of your booking: payment of the total cost of your stay. Or payment of the balance of the holiday if you have already paid a deposit.
Cancellation of the Contract
You may cancel the Contract at any time before the start of the Tour, subject to payment of a cancellation fee. Any total or partial cancellation will incur the following costs per participant:
| Cancellation period | Fees |
| From the date of Booking to 60 days or more before departure or the 1st day of the programme | 5% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 100 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Between 59 and 30 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 10% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 120 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer
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| Between 29 and 10 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 30% of the total amount of the Tour (including options) a minimum of 150 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Entre 9 à 7 jours avant le départ ou le 1er jour du programme | 45% du montant total du Voyage (options incluses) |
| Between 9 and 7 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 75% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| Less than 3 days to the day of departure or the 1st day of the programme | 100% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| No show on day of departure or 1st day of programme |
Custom made trips
You want a custom made cycling tour, or you’ve spotted one of our trips and would like to adapt it ? Tell us a bit about your project and we’ll help you prepare a trip that suits you best.
Starting from 670€
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