We recommend international guests arrive one night before the tour to rest, adjust to the local time zone, and enjoy a smooth start to your France bike tour cycling holiday. A convenient option is the Holiday Inn Express Geneva Airport, which offers a complimentary airport shuttle.

If you’re already travelling in Europe, Annecy is easy to reach by several comfortable and reliable transport options:

Air Travel
The closest airports are:
Geneva International Airport (Switzerland) — approx. 45 minutes
Lyon Airport (France) — approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Both are well‑served by major international airlines and low‑cost European carriers.

Bus Travel
Regular public buses operate from both Geneva and Lyon airports directly to Annecy.
Private transfers and taxis are also readily available if you prefer a seamless door‑to‑door option.

Train Travel
Annecy is connected to the TGV high‑speed rail network, with direct services from major European cities, including Paris.

Car Travel
If you’re driving, the A41 French Autoroute brings you directly into Annecy.
All major international car‑rental companies operate from Geneva and Lyon airports.

Your France bike tour accommodation in Annecy is chosen for comfort, convenience, and a relaxed atmosphere — the perfect base for exploring Lake Annecy. Each hotel is ideally located for easy access to the lake, the old town, and our daily ride start point, allowing you to settle in and enjoy the rhythm of the week without any transfers or packing.

Annecy offers a wonderful blend of alpine charm, lakeside beauty, and French café culture. After each day’s ride, you can unwind by the water, stroll the historic streets, or simply relax at your hotel and soak up the atmosphere of this remarkable town.

If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, our Self‑Stay option gives you complete flexibility while still enjoying the full Practice Bicycle riding experience.

                                        4*Plus Best Western Carlton Hotel Annecy                                                          4* Mercure Annecy Centre Hotel

                                   3* Hotel Campanile Annecy Centre Ville                                                                   2* Hotel de Nord Annecy Centre Ville

Great cycling deserves great food, and Annecy is one of the most rewarding places to enjoy it. Your tour begins with a welcome dinner celebrating the flavours of the French Alps — a relaxed evening to meet your hosts, connect with fellow guests, and ease into the week ahead.

During the week, you’ll also savour four hidden‑gem ‘menu du jour’ French restaurant lunches — classic multi‑course meals featuring the finest local flavours of the Haute‑Savoie. These long‑loved neighbourhood spots offer an authentic taste of the region, with seasonal dishes that reflect the diversity and charm of alpine cuisine.

Throughout your stay, you’ll have the freedom to explore Annecy’s cafés, markets, and restaurants at your own pace. From lakeside terraces to tucked‑away bistros, the town offers an exceptional variety of dining experiences. We’re always happy to recommend our favourite local spots, whether you’re looking for a casual post‑ride meal or something a little more indulgent.

Please note that drinks are not included in this tour package.

Whether you bring your own bike or prefer to hire one, we make the process smooth and effortless. Our hire bikes are expertly maintained, perfectly suited to the France bike tour terrain, and set up for you with care so you can enjoy every curve in the road with confidence.

If you’re travelling with your own bike, we’re here to help with assembly, adjustments, and daily support. Each ride includes a support vehicle, carrying everything you might need — including extra layers — so you can focus entirely on the road ahead.

We also provide sports drinks and nutritional bars each day to keep you fuelled throughout the week.

You’ll find a selection of our bike options just below, allowing you to choose the setup that suits your riding style.

Lapierre Xelius Disc Brake Di2 Shimano 12 Speed  50,34 x 11-34
Raymon Electric Road/Gravel Disc Brake Bosch Compact Tube, 400Wh
Cannondale & Fuji Rim Brake Shimano compact 50,34 x 12-34
Cannondale Quick 3 Straight Bar Disc Brake 18 Speed
Hybrid E-Bike Straight Bar  500Wh

          Lapierre Disc Brake Di2                                   Raymon Electric Road                                          Cannondale Rim Brake                                          Fuji Rim Brake

       Womens Straight Bar Disc                                    Mens Straight Bar Disc                                    E-Bike Straight Bar

This Lake Annecy bike tour is designed for riders who enjoy relaxed days on the bike, gentle climbs, and plenty of time to take in the scenery. Daily routes are carefully chosen for comfort and enjoyment, with a supportive pace and regular stops. If you love cycling but prefer to keep things unhurried, this is the perfect fit.

If you prefer to arrange your own accommodation, our Self‑Stay option offers complete flexibility while still enjoying the full Practice Bicycle experience. You’ll join us each day for the guided rides, support vehicle, airport transfers, and hosted dinners — all the elements that make our tours special — while staying in the accommodation that best suits your plans.

It’s an ideal choice for independent travellers, couples with different interests, or guests who simply enjoy selecting their own place to stay. We make everything seamless, so you can enjoy the same exceptional week of riding with the freedom to tailor your stay in Annecy.

What’s Included:
* Private Transfers from Geneva International Airport (Switzerland) to your hotel 2:00pm tour arrival / midday tour departure days.
* French Restaurant Welcome Aperitif & Dinner (Entree + Plat + Fromage + Desert).
* 4 superb fully guided comfortable rides tailored for your enjoyment throughout the tour.
* 4 Hidden Gem French ‘Menu du jour’ Restaurant lunches.
* Local cycling guides will share their ‘cycling paradise’ roads with you!
* Local support person & support vehicle will be there for the ‘unforeseen’ to give confidence, encourage, enhance your bike trip.
* Sports drinks & delicious French bike food for each ride.

We warmly welcome guests who prefer not to ride, and they are valued every bit as much as our cyclists. Many couples and friends join our Leisure Bike Tours this way, enjoying relaxed days exploring Lake Annecy and the surrounding alpine villages from the comfort of our support vehicle.

Non‑riding guests share the full day’s experience, travelling with our local support team, discovering hidden corners of the Haute‑Savoie, and joining the group for our hidden‑gem French restaurant lunches. It’s a wonderfully relaxed way to enjoy the beauty, culture, and flavours of the region while staying connected to the rhythm of the tour.

With our one‑location stay in Annecy, you can choose how you’d like to spend each day — exploring the old town, strolling by the lake, visiting local markets, or simply unwinding and soaking up the alpine atmosphere. Evenings are enjoyed together, creating a warm, social holiday for both riders and non‑riders alike.

A perfect way to share a gentle, enriching week in the French Alps, each enjoying the experience in your own way.

Our ‘unique cycling’ concept of Unpack Once, Ride Everyday, the Practice Bicycle philosophy!
Take a look at the many years of our Signature Lake Annecy Bike Trip testimonials…

Our riding experience was exciting, the most beautiful scenery and the FOOD!
Over the top, most exquisite and Michelin Star quality!!!
The best holiday ever and the Hosts were the most genuine and joyful and made us feel the best. Love them, friends forever xx
Eleanor – Canada

Pictures/Memories/Long After bike relive great days…
Thank you so much for capturing our experince. Words cannot be expressed how beautiful this experience has been. Your skills at organising and guiding us has exceeded our expectations.
Steve – Canada

Expectations on Day One was exceeded with the first meal.
First Bike Ride was spectacular with the sites along the way. My dream was to ride my bike on a route that the Tour de France do. I was impressed ALL Bike Rides for past 4 days FAR exceeded my expectations. The food was more than delicious. Riding my bike is this country has been a dream come true and I am glad I had Paul & Bridget to guide me who had knowledge and experience!
Stephan – Canada

We have both ridden our bikes in many countries in the world including France on multiple occasions with different tour groups. This year we tried Annecy (France) and Switzerland with Paul and Bridget at ‘Practice Bicycle Tours’ and we made absolutely the right choice! The attentive, personal service they offer is by far superior to anything else we have experienced. Every ride was a true ‘Surprise and delight’ experience. All of this only discovered with true locals. Ranking – 10 out of 10, five stars,
Vive Le Practice Bicycle Tours.
Yvonne & Byron – Australia

Riding in the French countryside, especially in the Alps was something I had dreamed of doing all my life and after watching the Tour de France on television for several years I knew it was something I needed to do. The experience we had riding with Practice Bicycle exceeded my expectations and to share this experience with my son and see his total enjoyment of the rides (even the harder ones!) and witness how inspired he was, was worth every cent. You both have a passion and love for cycling which is translated into the manner in which you conduct your tours. Each and every ride was a new experience and conducted in a professional manner to ensure our ride was not only extremely enjoyable but at a comfortable pace and where our safety was paramount. I would like to thank you both sharing the week with us and providing an unforgettable experience, which I am hoping is only an introduction to many more.
Kev & Paul – Australia

I am a very old friend of Bridget and I just wanted to say ‘Hi’ again! I remember back in Brisbane her passion for cycling and how she wanted to start a career in cycling, which she pursued and achieved great success…and now business woman, cycling holidays in France!!! To ride with her and Paul their natural instinct for everything biking, I am not very biking competent, but what fun time we had, and not by chance, Annecy you are lucky to have them, they are part of the many years ago of this region, really, really amazing…
I will encourage my area of the world, now the Netherlands to come and Practice Bicycle, Well done!
Danni – Netherlands

Bon Dia Bridget and Paul,
I and Nilza liked very much the new experience on bicycle outside Brazil for the first time and God bless us for did it togheter with your company, it was really great!
We recieved our fantastic Itinerary in Portuguese, we greatly appreciated your caring, gentle nature with us both, you organised our upgrades ‘for my princess’ you took us to the sports store and helped us with our bicycle purchases, you gave your time for dinner with us, (not feeling confident with the food or restaurant choices) you took us to beautiful churches and landscapes, many time for photos and cakes, but to pedal in freedom with you lovely people was the very best.
We certainly will recommend Practice Bicycle for all our friends those would like an fantastic bicycle experience outside Brasil.
We are planning bike rides with Practice Bicycle in the future. Nilza start english course for be more confident and more pleasure during the rides.
“Até breve, grande abraço”
Nilza & Emilio – Brazil

HI BP,
Everyone I have spoken too especially Don is so jealous that I had you both to myself! Could not have planned it better. I’m back riding again and Homebush will never be the same again. I really enjoyed the cycling and more importantly your company.
The wine lasted two days and the cheese I’ve given a lot away and slowly nibbling the rest. I’m sure we will catch up again!
Thanks again for a great trip, please let me know when you guys are back in Australia.
Michael – Australia

MANY THANKS FOR WHAT WAS FOR US 2 WONDERFUL WEEKS OF CYCLING IN ANNECY
We thought it was the best “value for money” we have ever received! The bike rides were exactly tailored to our needs. Your flexibility was invaluable. Nothing was ever too much trouble, our electric gears battery a case in point!!
One of the highlights of our time with Practice Bicycle was your choice of restaurants from Michelin star in Annecy to the Auberge in the high Alps for lunch. Your local knowledge has allowed for a seamless exposure to the French culture & cuisine. What a fantastic, stress-free experience!
Chris & Sheena – Australia

My wife and I participated in a Lake Annecy Cycling Trip with Practice Bicycle Tours, it was spectacular! From the supplied hire bikes that were delivered to our hotel door to planning perfect routes/speeds based on our comfort, the team certainly delivered on their promise to show us tailored cycling surrounding Annecy.
We would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a stress free Lake Annecy cycling experience!
Dan & Meg – USA

Received your gorgeous postcard and it is sitting here above my monitor giving me something beautiful to dream about and look forward to, I can’t wait!
I’m thinking of you often – out there enjoying your stunning rides and basking in the gently warm of a European summer! How good is that! Everything is good here. I have now lost all my hair but I have a wig that doesn’t look too wiggy – particularly if I wear a baseball cap over it. I am well, still cycling and looking forward to this all being over as soon as possible. So far so good!
Thanks for your great call, sound and practical advice and kind wishes. I really love you guys, I will never forget my time shared with you both..
Linda – Australia

The bike race trip we did with PB was fantastic, I wanted to share the French Alps countryside in Annecy with my cycling daughter. I knew what to expect, my daughter a recreational/occasional cyclist was apprehensive to say the least… she had no need to be!
If anyone can pedal hard they can, but their ability to share relaxed cycling with their ‘social cycling guests’ is an absolute art, we experienced gastronomique eating, some ‘little challenges’ with the terrain, but the cycling is relaxed, you are not made to keep up, we were a small group of similar ability, many beautiful photos, we cycled together, enjoyed being surrounded by absolute beauty, it was just ‘dream cycling’.
Kate & Dan – USA

With their endless choice of ride routes, from the tiny villages around Annecy to further afield, the blue waters and impressive mountains, our many custom Lake Annecy Bike Tours with PB have all been fantastic! It is an beautiful town, having visited many, many times, they know what we like, they are available to make sure your cycling, after cycling entertainment is nothing short of memorable.
Aitch & Catarina – AUSTRALIA

Annecy is one of the most enchanting places in the world to relax and explore — both on and off the bike. Often called the “Baby Paris”, the town blends alpine beauty with French elegance, offering turquoise lake views, medieval streets, and a wonderfully relaxed rhythm of life.

During your stay, you can wander the cobbled lanes of the old town, visit the Palais de l’Île or the Château d’Annecy, stroll through the Jardins de l’Europe, or simply sit by the lake and watch the light change across the mountains. Enjoy a leisurely boat trip, browse the markets, or savour a traditional “Le Goûter” tea‑time moment in one of Annecy’s charming salons de thé.

With our one‑location stay, you have the freedom to immerse yourself fully in French life. Whether you prefer to explore, shop, unwind, or enjoy long lakeside afternoons, Annecy offers endless ways to make the week your own. And when evening comes, our team is always happy to recommend superb local restaurants — the kind of places where you can dine just like a local and savour the flavours of the Haute‑Savoie.

A truly unforgettable destination, and the perfect home for your cycling holiday.

Our centre‑based tours mean you stay in one hotel for the entire trip. No packing, no transfers, no stress — just great riding every day from the same comfortable base.