Trip Overview
The London to Paris cycling challenge is our most iconic and popular adventure. Beginning in the heart of London, you'll pedal through the rolling Surrey Hills, cross the English Channel via Eurostar, and arrive in Paris in just three days — finishing with a triumphant ride along the Champs-Élysées to the Eiffel Tower.
Suitable for any level of cycling experience — we welcome complete beginners through to seasoned riders. Our expert guides, support vehicles, and fully catered route make this the ultimate team challenge, whether you're fundraising for charity or rewarding your corporate team.
Who is this for?
This trip is suitable for all fitness levels. Whether you're a first-time cyclist or a seasoned rider, our guides adapt the pace to your group. Minimum age: 18.
Itinerary
All timings are approximate and subject to conditions.
We depart central London early morning, cycling south through the iconic Surrey Hills — one of the UK's most loved cycling routes. Expect stunning countryside, rolling climbs, and a celebratory lunch stop before the afternoon push to Newhaven. Ferry crossing to Dieppe in the evening.
- Overnight: Hotel in Dieppe (dinner included)
- Distance: ~105km | Elevation: ~1,200m
- Support vehicle available throughout
The longest and most scenic day. Normandy's gentle countryside gives way to forest roads and river valleys as you push south-east toward Beauvais. Energy station stops every 25–30km. Evening hotel and team dinner.
- Overnight: Hotel in Beauvais (dinner included)
- Distance: ~120km | Elevation: ~900m
- Mechanical support throughout
The iconic finish. Lighter legs for a shorter day as you head straight into the French capital. We cross the Périphérique together as a group and ride the final miles along the Champs-Élysées, finishing at the Eiffel Tower. Celebration drinks and medal ceremony at the finish line.
- Finish: Trocadéro, Paris (Eiffel Tower backdrop)
- Distance: ~75km | Elevation: ~400m
- Evening celebration meal (optional add-on)
Route Map
Elevation Profile
What's Included
Included
- Expert cycling guides throughout
- Full mechanical support vehicle
- 2 nights accommodation (twin share)
- All breakfasts and dinners
- Energy station snacks & drinks
- Luggage transfers each day
- Finisher medal & certificate
- Route GPS files & digital maps
Not Included
- Flights or Eurostar travel
- Bike hire (available as add-on)
- Travel insurance
- Lunches (purchased on route)
- Personal spending money
- Single room supplement
Common Questions
Gallery
Photos from past participants. Your adventure awaits!
London to Paris — Participant Stories
"Just on the train home from Bordeaux after the most incredible ride experience from Paris to Bordeaux. Wayne and Mike deserve a huge amount of credit, they've been fantastic."
Harriett Busby
Google Review
"This was my first time cycling with Adventure Cafe; first time riding from London to Paris and my first time riding this sort of distance over 3 days. Lots of preparation had gone into this from AC prior to departing London."
Melv
Google Review · London to Paris
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