10 Best Guided Motorcycle Tours in France
Best Motorcycle Tours in France
Are you dreaming of the perfect motorcycle tour through France?
This post lists the ten best guided motorcycle tours in France, to help you choose your next holiday.
Each of these motorcycling tours is perfect for motorcycle enthusiasts seeking exhilarating rides through a variety of terrain.
As you consider these tours, you’ll see options for many of France’s diverse landscapes.
There are several Alpine tours that feature mountain passes, twisty roads, steep inclines, and hairpin turns.
Expect to be surrounded by breathtaking landscapes of rugged mountains, green valleys, and beautiful villages.
There are tours that will take you along the French coastline, from the sun-kissed roads of the French Riviera to the golden roads of Corsica.
You can experience the timeless allure of Provence, the Basque region, or Catalonia.
Of course, in France, you’ll be able to enjoy delicious cuisine, great wine, and excellent accommodations.
These French motorcycle tours will give you a chance to ride a motorbike that you may have admired from afar, but not yet ridden—all while viewing some of the world’s most gorgeous scenery and having a holiday like no other!
These motorcycle tours of France are some of the great motorcycle tours of Europe—so let’s check them out!
10 Best Motorcycle Tours in France
1. The Pyrenees and The Alps—Guided Motorcycle Tour In France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 15 Days | ✅ Book it!
The Pyrenees and the Alps 15-day guided tour is an absolutely epic motorcycle tour of France. You’ll have 14 days of riding through the spectacular mountain passes of the Pyrenees and the Alps.
After arriving in Marseille, you’ll head to the Catalan region, before taking on the beautiful Pyrenees passes.
You’ll ride through Basque Country as you head to Biarritz, then pass through medieval villages and over lovely rivers.
Continuing on, you’ll head to the Cevennes, then venture through the narrow gorges of the Northern Alps.
Next on the tour, you’ll have amazing views of Lake Annecy and Lake Geneva. You’ll ride around Mont Blanc, venturing into Italy and Switzerland.
On the Great Alpine Road, you’ll take on the high passes of the Grand Alps, then the Southern Alps. You’ll ride on narrow roads through the Ecrins National Park, the Devoluy region, and the Vercors range, before returning to Marseille.
This motorbike tour allows you explore some of France’s most panoramic landscapes. Incredibly, you’ll experience riding through two of the best regions for motorcycle tours Europe has to offer.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Asphalt
- Bike: Rental bike (options include Class T, Class GT, Class GT plus)
- Total mileage: 3,000 km/1,865 miles
- Daily rides: 215 km/134 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: All breakfasts
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Marseilles, France
- Skill level: Advanced
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
2. Provence and Corsica—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 15 Days | ✅ Book it!
The 15-Day Provence and Corsica Guided Motorcycle Tour in France will take you through some of France’s most scenic areas.
You’ll experience 14 riding days along the Mediterranean Coast, through the French countryside, and around Corsica.
Your adventure will begin in Marseille, France, and you’ll first ride through the Carmargue before exploring the roads of Provence.
You’ll ride to the top of Mont Ventoux, through hilltop villages in the Luberon, then ride over several small mountains and along the coast.
You’ll have a small ride (for a bit of a rest day) back to Marseilles, where you’ll head to Corsica using the overnight ferry services. Your motorbike adventure will continue along great roads on the coast of Cap Corse, around rugged shoreline and hidden coves.
You’ll then ride through the Agriates Desert and through historic villages, before returning to stunning coastal roads.
After a ferry back to mainland France, you’ll have one more day of motorcycling along the French coast roads before your incredible motorcycle trip ends.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Asphalt
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 2,100 km/1,305 miles
- Daily rides: 150 km/95 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: 14 breakfasts and 14 dinners
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels and aboard the boat
- Start/end point: Marseille, France
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
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3. Heart of the Alps—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France, Italy, Switzerland & Austria
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 9 days | ✅ Book it!
Get ready for a thrilling 8-day riding adventure on the Heart of the Alps Motorcycle Tour of the French, Swiss, Austrian, and Italian Alps!
From narrow winding roads to the peaks of the Alps, this trip will be one you’ll never forget.
After a short ride on the first day, you’ll have an early start from Marseille for your guided motorcycle ride through the Alps. You’ll climb the passes of Vars and Montgenevre as you make your way to the Northern Italy and the Italian Alps.
There, you’ll ride through beautiful the Lake Maggiore region in the Swiss Alps. Next, you’ll ride your motorcycle to Austria, through spectacular alpine forests and beside peaceful lakes.
You’ll spend a full day exploring the Grossglockner glacier in the Austrian Alps.
Next, you’ll take on the challenging Stelio Pass—a bucket-list ride for many motorcyclists! You’ll end your motorbike tour of the Alps by riding the Mercantour Park, via Europe’s highest paved pass, Col de la Bonette.
This tour goes through four countries, making it a mini Europe motorcycle tour!
Tour Details
- Terrain: Paved roads
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 2,400 km/1,491 miles
- Daily rides: 267 km/166 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: All breakfasts
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Marseille, France
- Skill level: Advanced
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
4. Coast and Corsica—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 8 Days | ✅ Book it!
For anyone dreaming of a motorcycle ride along the coast in France, this is your tour! The 8-Day Guided Scenic Motorcycle Tour in Corsica, France will take you along the Mediterranean Sea and around Corsica for an unforgettable motorcycle holiday!
For this tour, you’ll first travel by boat to Corsica to ride along the coast of Cap Corse. The route will take you around Le Cap, from Bastia to Saint-Florent.
Next you’ll head to the Agriates Desert. You’ll observe a mineral landscape, gorgeous windy roads, and incredibles views of many Corsican gulfs.
Your motorcycle tour of Corsica will take you to the famed Chestnut Grove, through historic villages, up and down breathtaking gorges, and finally along the coast by the Bay of Ajaccio.
Your motorcycle tour of France will conclude with a final day of riding along the French Rivierain the South of France between Cassis and the Ciotat.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Asphalt
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 1050 km/652 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: Breakfasts & dinners
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels and onboard the boat
- Start/end point: Marseille, France
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
5. Auvergne Volcanoes Road—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 8 Days | ✅ Book it!
Perfect for the motorcyclist who wants a tour through less-visited areas of France, the 8-Day Guided Motorcycle Tour on the Auvergne Volcanoes Road will be an incredible experience!
For seven days, you’ll ride through the long-forgotten Auvergne volcanoes, regional parks, and nature reserves.
You’ll explore the winding roads, rivers, and forests of the Cevennes nature reserves. Next you’ll ride across the volcanic area of Aubrac; wild natural beauty and the culinary specialties of the area will delight you!
As you continue your motorcycle tour through France, you’ll ride curvy roads through the ancient volcanoes, forests, and lovely villages.
You’ll also venture through Provence to explore Port du Gard and the Saint-Michel de Frigolet Abbey.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Asphalt
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 1350 km/839 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: Breakfasts and dinners
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Marseille, France
- Skill level: Beginner
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
6. Auvergne & Cevennes—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 10 Days | ✅ Book it!
On the unforgettable 10-Day Auvergne and Cevennes Guided Motorcycle Tour, you’ll discover the best biking roads in France, historic French villages, and stunning natural areas.
Your France motorcycle tour will begin at the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Park. Stops will include opportunities to see Romanesque art and the Murol castle.
Between climbing mountain passes, you’ll have time to stroll through small village streets and sample tasty French cheeses. .
Your guide will lead you through the regional Haut Languedoc Parc. You’ll see beautiful medieval villages like Ambialet or Templar villages like the Couvertoirade.
You’ll ride through the Dourbie gorges, the Tarn gorges, and Mont Lozere, and take in spectacular panoramic views of the spectacular landscape.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Paved Roads
- Bike: Rental bike (Moto Guzzi or BMW models)
- Total mileage: 1,531 km/951 miles
- Daily rides: 133-233 km/83-145 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: All breakfasts and 2 dinners
- Accommodation: 2- and 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Vichy, France/Puy en Velay, France
- Skill level: Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
7. Provence—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 8 Days | ✅ Book it!
This incredible 8-Day Guided Motorcycle Tour in Provence, France, is the perfect way to experience the best of Provence, from the Mediterranean coast to the perched villages of the Luberon.
You’ll begin your ride through Southern France by experiencing the stunning landscapes of the Carmargue.
You’ll explore the Provence countryside, full of the scents of rosemary, lavender, and thyme, before visiting one of Provence’s most famous villages, Les Baux de Provence.
As a reward for climbing the twisting road to Mont Ventoux, you’ll have views of Marseilles and Mont Blanc.
You’ll then ride on uncrowded country roads through the beautiful landscape of the Luberon (and marvel at the hilltop villages).
Breathtaking gorges, lakes, mountains, and landscapes will await you around every turn on this motorbike tour through Provence.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Asphalt
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 1050 km/652 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: Breakfasts and dinners
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Marseille, France
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
8. The Pyrenees—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 8 Days | ✅ Book it!
If you like thrilling motorcycle rides, sign up for the 8-Day Guided Motorcycle Tour of the Pyrenees.
You’ll begin by exploring the Carmargue, with beautiful landscapes and charming villages.
Riding near the sea and through mountain passes (like Tourmalet, Soulor, Aspen, and Aubisque), you’ll be enthralled by the area’s scenic beauty.
You’ll head to Basque Country, to Biarritz, then to Armagnac, where you’ll marvel at villages dating to the Middle Ages.
After exploring the winding roads and stunning views in the Pyrenees from your motorbike, you’ll enjoy the area’s gastronomy and history. The natural beauty of the cliffs, forests, and canyons will amaze you.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Paved roads
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 1750 km/1087 miles
- Daily rides: 250 km/155 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Marseille
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
9. The Fantastic Pyrenees—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France, Andorra & Spain
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 8 Days | ✅ Book it!
Is crossing the Pyrenees Mountains, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea your dream? The 8-Day Fantastic Pyrenees Guided Tour will take you through France, plus into Andorra and Spain, as you make your way from coast to coast, through the Pyrenees.
From Biarritz, France, you’ll ride your motorcycle through the Basque region, passing through Ainhoa, Espelette, and the Ispequy pass. You’ll also see the village of St. Jean Pied de Port.
You’ll ride on the Santiago trail road, go through Iraty Forest, and see the city and basilica of Lourdes.
This motorcycle tour of the Pyrenees will take you through many mountain passes (Tourmalet pass, Aspin pass, Bonaigua and Boixols pass).
You’ll also get to explore beautiful, charming villages, including lovely Andorra and Villefranche de Conflent, with its medieval castle and yellow train.
You’ll experience riding through stunning gorges, valleys, and historic sites. Your motorcycle tour of the Pyrenees will end in the Spanish Catalan Pyrenees, after an unforgettable adventure.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Asphalt
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Honda, Moto Guzzi models)
- Total mileage: 1316 km/818 miles
- Daily rides: 219 km/136 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: Daily breakfast, two dinners
- Accommodation: 2- and 3-star hotel
- Start/end point: Biarritz, France/Rosas, Spain
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
10. The French Alps—Guided Motorcycle Tour in France
⏳ TOUR LENGTH: 8 Days | ✅ Book it!
Best for anyone who loves twists and turns—and beautiful vistas—this 8-Day Motorcycle Tour in the French Alps is an exceptional ride!
From Marseille, you’ll begin the 7 day ride to the largest natural park in the Northern Alps, marveling at the Vercors’ spectacular cliffs and narrow gorges.
You’ll ride by Lake Annecy and Lake Leman, before riding around the famous Mont Blanc. The Route des Grandes Alpes is unlike any other, and you’ll be amazed by the scale of the landscapes around you!
You’ll continue riding through the Southern Alps, following the Route Napoleon, through passes after pass, by clear lakes, and through unspoiled wilderness. There won’t be a dull moment as you ride through the French Alps.
Tour Details
- Terrain: Paved roads
- Bike: Rental bike (BMW, Ducati, Honda, or Kawasaki models)
- Total mileage: 1900 km/1180 miles
- Daily rides: 271 km/168 miles
- Riding gear: Not included
- Meals: Breakfasts and dinners
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels
- Start/end point: Marseille, France
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Age: Minimum age is 25 years old
- Experience: Motorcycle license for more than three years
What to Know Before You Book
Each tour listing specifies which transfers, meals, and additional expenses are included in the tour price (and which are not).
Please read each tour description completely before booking.
If there are discrepancies within a tour listing or if you have questions about a tour, reach out directly to the tour operator.
For each tour listed, you’ll have a choice about the type of motorcycle rental you prefer.
Riders are responsible for personal expenses, such as:
- your flight ticket
- gas/petrol for the motorbike
- personal gear
- optional accessories
- certain meals and beverages
Earlier booking is encouraged, particularly for guided motorcycle tours in France during the summer season.
The fly-ride motorcycle tours in France listed here allow you to fly in and immediately begin your tour. When booking your flight, consider whether you’d like to allow an extra day or two before your motorbike tour begins to recover from any jet lag you might experience.
Why Take a Guided Motorcycle Tour of France?
Taking a guided motorcycle tour is an incredible way for motorcyclists to experience France and enjoy their favorite hobby.
On a guided motorbike tour, you can rely on the guide’s extensive knowledge of the best routes, which often include less-traveled roads you wouldn’t have found on your own and the best roads to avoid heavy traffic.
Guides know the local history, culture, and special places of the regions you’re visiting, so you can get insider knowledge and deeper insights.
Plus, a fantastic guide will clue you in to the best restaurants, bars, and local specialties!
The guide can also help navigate any challenges that may arise. They can deal with mechanical issues, arrange for a support vehicle if necessary, or monitor weather conditions.
Also, planning a motorcycle tour of a foreign country can be quite time consuming and confusing.
Choosing a guided tour means you don’t have to worry about the route, the distance between accommodations, or unfamiliar roads.
Unlike self-guided tours, riders on a guided motorbike tour in France can relax, knowing someone else will deal with the “what-ifs.” Guided tours are an easier, better way to travel somewhere you’ve never been before.
Ultimately, choosing a guided motorcycle tour in France is about the thrill of riding through the gorgeous French countryside, discovering new places, not worrying about the details, and just immersing yourself in the experience!
Final Thoughts on the Best Motorcycle Tours in France
Choosing the right motorcycle tour of France will lead to an amazing experience filled with beautiful sites, new challenges, and memorable encounters with local people—an amazing experience you’ll always remember!
Whether you’re exploring secondary roads or main highways, your guide’s expertise will ensure that you have a fantastic ride.
This list of ten of the best motorcycle routes in France is certain to have the perfect route for you.
Whether you choose to explore the Alps, Provence, Corsica, or the Pyrenees, you’ll find fantastic roads, gorgeous scenery, and thrilling new experiences.
And at the end of the day, you can appreciate the finest French cuisine, made with local ingredients and traditional techniques that make even the simplest foods extraordinary! Your taste buds are in for a treat!
No matter where you head next—the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the châteaux of the Loire Valley, or home—your incredible motorcycle tour of France will be an adventure you’ll never forget!
So why not book an epic motorcycle travel experience that most people only dream about?
No matter which route you choose for motorcycle touring in France, I hope you have the absolute best time on your motorcycle ride through France!
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