Provence Bike & Boat

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duration 8 days
tour type Group Request as private
age requirement 18-99 yrs
max group size 22
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-20368
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Operated in English

Starts Avignon, France
Ends Avignon, France

HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes

Cycling through stunning countryside past olive groves and vineyards, and through the wild Camargue
Exploring the great towns of Arles, Avignon and St Remy de Provence
Experiencing the timelessness of the landscapes made famous by Van Gogh
Seeing the famous Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard

Start and end in Avignon, the "Provence Bike & Boat" trip is a guided bicycle tour that takes 8 days. You will travel through Vallabregues, Aramon and Avignon in France. "Provence Bike & Boat" is a group trip which includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Explore the quintessential Provence landscape that inspired Van Gogh by barge and bike. Cycle through a revolving landscape from the wilderness of the Camargue where wild horses roam, to scenes of picturesque Provençal villages and vineyards that inspired Van Gogh and the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean. The Camargue is rich in wildlife including flamingos and endemic plants, while its flat plains provide easy cycling, before giving way to the spectacular limestone foothills of the Alpilles. Explore the villages of Provence brimming with tasty treats, art studios and cultural relics. Enjoy the vineyard scenery and marvel at the well preserved Pont du Gard. Relax on board the barge after each day's cycle and enjoy the views on the bank of the Rhone as you soak up the hospitality of the crew.

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Day 1 : Arrive Avignon
Day 2 : Cycle near Avignon, afternoon visit centre (30km/18.5mi)
Day 3 : By boat to Aramon, loop cycle to the Roman aqueduct, the Pont du Gard (40km/25mi)
Day 4 : By boat to Vallabrègues then loop cycle through typical Provence countryside (35km/21.5mi)
Day 5 : Cycle to St Remy de Provence and on to Les Baux de Provence and Arles (55km/34mi)
Day 6 : Visit Arles and cycle to Saint Gilles, by boat to Aigues Mortes (25km/15.5mi)
Day 7 : Discover the Camargue by bike (55km/34mi)
Day 8 : Trip concludes

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

7 nights on a comfortable barge in a twin share cabin with ensuite facilities

Meals

7 breakfast, 6 self made packed lunches, 6 dinners (does not include drinks). Breakfast is buffet style and will usually consist of bread, ham/salami, cheese, butter, marmalade/jams, yoghurt, cereals, milk, tea and coffee. At breakfast you will prepare your packed lunch which will be sandwiches, juice or 1/2L of water. At dinner you can enjoy typical dishes of the simple traditional Provençal cuisine. Dinner consists of a starter, a main course and dessert. On the table there will always be water and bread.

Guide

Bike rental with gel saddles, puncture resistant tyres, pannier, lock and helmet. A repair kit is provided if self guided. Electric bikes are available on request and an additional supplement applies (limited availability).
English speaking tour leader
Guided visit of Arles

Others

Bike insurance for theft or damage
Digital information pack including route notes, maps and navigational App (can be used offline) with GPS Tracks per cabin (smartphone required)
Sheets and towels, courtesy kit, daily cabin tidy & mid-week cabin cleaning service
Harbour charges
Tea and coffee on board
Welcome drink

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Travel to/from Avignon and Aigues Mortes
Drinks other than tea & coffee on board
Entry to museums
Items of a personal nature
Travel insurance
Supplement to provide special dietary on board: gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan diets
Entrance to the Pont du Gard area is free, not included however is entrance to the visitor centre (approx. 10 euro).
If you want to cycle independently: to cycle smoothly using the App, we suggest bringing a phone holder to fix to the handlebar, as well as a power bank.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

4.5 - Excellent

Based on 2 reviews

Anonymous
On Sep 08 2019

5 - Excellent

Excellent

My bike and barge trip in Provence with this tour operator was outstanding. The organisational details, the daily rides, the barge, the staff, my bike, meals - all were excellent. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the... Read more

Anonymous
On Sep 06 2019

4 - Very Good

Very Good

Bike and Barge trip is wonderful, well run and organised, great food and accommodation. Top marks.

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