Cycling Tours,River Cruising
An exciting Bike and Boat vacation in the South of France in the footsteps of Van Gogh. Pedal along enchanting routes in the peaceful Provençal Countryside and be enveloped by the wild nature of the Camargue. Ride through beautiful Villages with typical French character and discover as you go the history of this magnificent region. A comfortable Riverboat welcomes you at night, with good food, wine and the pleasure of conviviality. Tour Profile Trip Level: Easy-Medium. A week of cycling, suitable even for less experienced cyclists. The stages are mainly on back roads with little traffic, mostly flat, with a few ups and downs in Northern Arles. There is only one more challenging stretch, to reach Les Baux-de-Provence, however the extraordinary scenery that you pass through certainly repays the effort. The rides are combined with Boat rides to reach the starting points of the routes and to enjoy the views from the water. This Tour can be self-guided or guided, you can choose to cycle at your own pace using an App, or with the whole group following the Tour Leader.
Today, individually arrive and Embarkation begins from 17:00pm onwards. Enjoy an introductory briefing at 18:30pm with your Tour Leader Skipper and Crew with a refreshing Aperitivo. The ship is waiting for you at Quai de la Ligne, near the famous Bridge Pont St. Bénezet. Meals: Dinner
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Today, you will cross the Rhône River taking the route that travels through Île de la Barthelasse. You will ride through the typical garrigue landscapes, passing by vineyards and orchards on your way to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. During the trip, you will have the opportunity to taste the famous Provençal Wine. On the way back, you will cross the Rhône River at Roquemaure and return to Villeneuve by following the River course. Dinner is at your leisure in Avignon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning, the ship will take you to the Town of Aramon, where you will start cycling. Today's stage will take you to the best preserved Roman Aqueduct in Europe, the Pont du Gard. Tonight, you will spend the night back in Aramon on the ship with a beautiful view of Mont Ventoux. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start your day sailing to Vallabrègues, a beautiful Provençal Village on the Banks of the Rhône. Along Country Roads you will arrive to Barbentane with its Castle at the Confluence of the Rhône and Durance Rivers. You will then cycle to the magnificent Abbey of Saint Michel de Frigolet and afterwards down to the Medieval Village of Boulbon. Overnight stay back in Vallabrègues. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This stage takes you to Saint Rémy de Provence, the birthplace of Nostradamus. This Village is also famous for hosting Van Gogh during the days of his mentally illness. Afterwards, you will cycle to Alpilles with the Village of Les-Baux-de-Provence, which is a Village lodged in the rock itself. The landscape is characterised by Limestone Cliffs and Olive Trees. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, your whole morning is dedicated to visiting Arles, the Ancient Capital of Gaul with its beautiful Roman ruins. You will also have the opportunity to be welcomed by a Professional Guide, who will accompany you around the jewels of the Town. After lunch, you will cycle to Franquevaux, from where you will take a short boat trip to Aigues-Mortes. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
On your way through the Camargue, past Canals, Lagoons and small Villages, you will come across La Cailar, Marsillargues and Saint-Laurent-d’Aigouze, which are well known for their Ancient Taurine Tradition. In the afternoon, you will visit an organic Winery and enjoy a Wine tasting experience. This will allow you to immerse yourself in the beautiful landscapes of Camargue’s ponds, lagoons, reeds and dunes while savouring the scents of warm Sand, Tamarisk and Pine Forests. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, individually depart for your onward journey or return home. Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (gi)
