Highlights
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
Enjoying the onboard camaraderie and services
Itinerary
Picture yourself cycling through lavender fields and charming villages, then unwinding on a barge as the sun sets along the Rhône. The "Provence Bike & Boat" tour is an 8-day easygoing journey designed for experienced travelers and seniors who appreciate leisurely exploration. Starting and ending in Avignon, this bicycle tour takes you through the wild Camargue, past flamingos and wild horses, before winding among vineyards and the limestone foothills of the Alpilles.
Enjoy visits to Provencal villages, sample local delicacies, and marvel at the ancient Pont du Gard. Each day’s ride is capped with relaxation aboard your floating home, where friendly crew and panoramic riverside views await.
The USP? The seamless blend of cycling and river cruising, offering an effortlessly scenic and culturally rich adventure—a perfect tour package for those who love to travel at their own pace.
day 1Arrive in Aigues Mortes
Make your way to Aigues Mortes and the boat. Boarding begins at 5pm, with the introductory briefing and refreshing aperitif at 6.30pm followed by dinner on board. The striking walled town of Aigues-Mortes is set on the Petite Camargue, a flat marsh and is the last town on the Rhône River before it flows into the Mediterranean near Saintes Maries de la Mer. The town has changed little in outward appearance since the Middle Ages with its watch towers and fortified portes or gates. It was established as a port town with access to the sea via a canal through the marshlands. We recommend you try a "fougasse" which is a traditional pastry made with Brioche dough, sugar and orange blossom.
day 2Discover the Camargue by bike (45km/28.1mi)
day 3By boat to Franquevaux then cycle to Arles (30km/18.8mi)
day 4Cycle to Vallabregues via hilltop Les Baux and Saint Remy (65km/40.6mi)
day 5Cycle to Barbentane and Boulbon (45km/28.1mi), by boat to Aramon
day 6Cycle to the Pont du Gard and to Avignon (45km/28.1mi)
day 7Loop cycle at Avignon (45km/28.1mi)
day 8Trip concludes
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Customer Reviews
Overall our trip was really good, great company, Hein was a good guide and we went to some wonderful places. I thought that there might be 2 guides as we were a large group.
Our week aboard the Caprise was excellent, the food and riding far exceeded our expectations.
The bike-barge tour from Avignon to Aigues-Mortes was excellent. We were very fortunate to have perfect weather conditions in April. Organisation on the boat was seamless. All staff were very helpful, especially our guide. Food was excellent. We loved riding through the countryside of Provence and the streets of the villages. We learned so much about history, environment, geography and agriculture on the ride. 10/10
Crew on barge were fantastic, food was delicious and we were looked after very well. Wenger, our bike tour leader, was superb. Every day was a wonderful ride.
Loved every minute of our bike/barge of Provence. Great crew, we were well looked after and our guide Micala was very patient and took us on some beautiful rides. Highly recommend!
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