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Getting There | By Train | The train network in France is fast and efficient, nearest train stations are Saumur, La Flèche, Tours, Angers or Le Mans. We can arrange your pick up from any of these stations. For times and fares the french railway website is www.voyages-sncf.com. Most french trains have space for bicycles but they are not allowed on all journeys - check for the bike logo on the timetables. ------- ------------------- | | By Air | Air France fly from UK to Tours & Angers, in the summer the low-cost UK airlines also fly to one or other of these destinations www.airfrance.co.uk www.easyjet.com www.flybe.com www.easternairways.com ------- -------------------------- | | By Car | The motorway network in France is extensive and free-flowing taking you directly from the channel ports to within 20 miles of La Besnardiere. You can take the 35 min eurotunnel route or sail from Kent to Calais it is then about 6 hours driving, approx 320 miles. Sail from Portsmouth to Caen then it is a 160miles drive, and it's only about 3 hours driving. You can also sail to France from Plymouth and Poole www.eurotunnel.com www.seafrance.com www.poferries.com www.brittanyferries.co.uk | | By Bus | Coaches run from the UK to Tours and Angers www.nationalcoaches.com If you want to bring your bike on a bus, check out www.bike-express.co.uk -------- ------------------------------------------ | | By Bicycle | Why not cycle from the channel port, rest with us for a few days and cycle back (or get the train). Lots of routes to choose from and some great cycling. |
Travel insurance
There are many travel insurance providers, here are two examples which can give you an on-line quote, ensure the quote covers cycling! www.insurance.essentialtravel.co.uk www.postoffice.co.uk/travelcover Please note that adequate travel insurance is a requirement for all of our tours.
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