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Classic Provence Bike Tour - 5 Nights

This Provence bike tour is a shorter version of our seven-night tour, this itinerary starts in Villeneuve-les-Avignon and visits the culturally rich countryside as far as Arles and back to Avignon - "Cite des Papes" ("City of the Popes"), . Traveling on small roads away from traffic, it incorporates some of the most beautiful countryside in France. In Avignon and Arles you will find small streets and a maze of shops in the old town. In the summer, numerous festivals take place throughout the region. This tour has a number of wonderful attractions rooted in Roman origins and Provencal culture, up through the Papal dominance in the Middle Ages. The area is easily accessible by train from throughout France, and as well by air. Blog posts to read about Provence:

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Tour Details


Maps & Profiles

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Tour Map

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Total Distance: 276 km
Total Uphill:1759m
Total Downhill: 1871m
Level 2

Itinerary

Click on a day to see that days itinerary. Note: version below is Standard price shown.

DAY 1 DAY 2

Day 2 the route will move out of Villeneuve-les-Avignon through the Gard forests and vineyards and to visit the famous roman aqueduct Pont du Gard which dominates the river at over 165 feet high. Swimming is possible in the river, as well as at the hotel that night. You will cycle on to Uzes, a beautiful Provencal village with plane tree lined streets. 52 km route. Night in Uzes. (B)

Hotel du General d'Entraigues

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Uzes

In town, situated in front of the Eveche, the cathedral and the windowed bell - tower, the Hotel d...

DAY 3

Day 3 Travel to the town of Arles, passing through mostly flat countryside except in the gorges around the Gardon River. You first ride to Collias at the confluence of the Gardon and Alson rivers. From there to Ledenon, famous for wine production, and then Meynes and its old fortified village. At Tarascon you can visit the Chateau and Souleiado Museum before going on to Arles. In Arles there is the extraordinarily well-preserved Roman arena, antique theater, and many museums, among which is one devoted to Vincent van Gogh. Night in Arles. 60 km ride is mostly flat but starts out rolling. Dinner on your own tonight (included in Basic or Upgrade version). (B)

Hotel Le Calendal

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Arles

The hotel in Arles ideally located between the Antic Theater and Amphitheater, in historical center....

DAY 4

Day 4 you may want to spend some time in the morning visiting Arles and the many sites to see in this old Roman town. Your ride goes to St Remy de Provence. The ride is not too long today, so in function of weather you can leave as wish. You will pass the Abbey of Montmajour and up to Baux de Provence. (see video for Baux de Provence.) Take some time to visit the site of Les Baux, walk the old stone streets, and imagine what it must have been like 2000 years ago. After you will descend to St Remy where you can visit the town and see where Van Gogh made over 150 paintings. Night in St Remy. 29 km ride with hills at Les Baux. Dinner included in Standard version.(B,D)

LES ATELIERS DE L'IMAGE

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Saint Remy de Provence

DESCRIPTION OF HOTEL: A 4-star viewed through a different lens. In the center of Saint Remy ...

DAY 5

Day 5 on to Avignon via Graveson and Barbentane where you can have lunch and visit the Abbey of Saint Michel de Frigolet from the 10th century. Arriving in the afternoon, you can visit Avignon. Dinner on your own; stay in the center of Old Avignon in a charming and deluxe 4 star historic hotel. 42 km ride leaves time to visit some of the many sites in Avignon. Dinner on your own. (B)

Hotel Cloitre Saint Louis

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Avignon

Situated in a historical building dating back to the XVIth century, Hotel Cloitre Saint Louis Avigno...

DAY 6

Day 6 is departure day. You can take your time with breakfast and then transfer back to the rail station or other on your own. Additional nights can be arranged. (B)



General Tour Information

Classic Provence-Avignon to Arles 5 Night Bicycle Tour
5 Nights / 6 Days

Dates 2012
Any day of the week possible for start except Sunday, subject to availability. April-October 31. Best months are June, Sept, Oct. July travel requires a supplement of 132 euros/person on standard pricing.

Hotels displayed left are Standard version.
Upgrade deluxe 4* hotel includes best rooms at best hotels available.
4 Night option: 779 euros/person; double occupancy, Basic version.


Level - Level 2 moderate. Average riding 45 km/day, and is mostly flat and rolling with some small short climbs occasionally. 63 km day to Arles.

Details - Arrival city is Avignon, which accessible via train from Paris or Paris CDG airport. 3 hours. Taxi to hotel upon arrival is approx. 15 euros.
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Misc Info

Triple rooms are available as double plus single, but quads are not available.

Optional Services:

Travel insurance, Paris museum & metro passes, Paris day tours, Lido shows, and other services. Cell phone rental and luggage storage services.

Note: prices subject to change based upon currency fluctuations. See Booking Terms and Conditions.

What's Included

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The Trip Includes:
 5 nights very charming lodging: 3 and 4 star hotels (most with swimming pool), all buffet breakfasts, 1 dinners (location varies with hotel option), daily bag transfer, arrival orientation, road book with detailed maps and directions, GPS - 1 per 2 persons, site/visit information, emergency support. We also provide travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, trains, and more.

To learn more about the road books and GPS units we included, visit this link: GPS & Road Book Details

For hotels included in this tour, please see the Itinerary tab; each hotel is shown for each day.

UPGRADE: an upgraded hotel version is available for supplement (see price tab); the hotels on this version are: La Mirande, Chateau d Arpaillargues, Nord Pinus, Hotel de l Image.

BASIC Hotel version - 2 star hotels, Cloitre St Louis, Patio de Violette, Hotel du Musee, Hotel du Soleil. see price in the Price tab.
Additional Nights: TBD - please inquire

Tour Rates

Price

Upgraded Deluxe - 4 star hotels

Double Occupancy:

1355 €/person

Standard - 3&4 star hotels

Double Occupancy:

995 €/person*

Triple Occupancy:

938 &euros;/person*

Solo Supplement:

560 €/

Single supplements with 2 or more travelers: 270 €

Basic - 2&3 star hotels

Double Occupancy:

860 €/person

Triple Occupancy:

815 &euros;/person

Solo Supplement:

530 €/

Single supplements with 2 or more travelers: 235 €

4 Night version available from 779 euros - Basic, 927 euros/person Standard, and 1180 euros/person upgraded.

***Bike Rentals are available for a supplement of 95 euros, please see the Bike Rental tab for all details about the bikes we offer. *NOTE: a supplement for July travel applies; in Std Version it is 132 euros/person.

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Bike Info

Bike Rentals:
bike rental discover france cycling tours Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrid rentals - the best rental bike available in the region!
Bike Equipment: Scott Sportster P3/P4 or P40 hybrid; see details on this page including a virtual photo tour, specs and all information.

Rental Rate: 95 euros/bike for the duration of the tour. This includes all the gear shown as well as bike delivery, set up, and bike return. Every bike is given an inspection by our mechanics in the bike shop before they go out again. Pedals with or without straps available. Clients can bring their own Clipless pedals to be changed over.



Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrids; see link for full details and picture. Helmets and add on materials included in the rental rate of 95 euros.

Pedals with or without straps available. Clients can bring their own Clipless pedals to be changed over. Carbon road bikes available as well as children trailers.




You are important to us; so we make you thoroughly prepared and include:
Pre-trip travel documents: you will receive extensive information as a customer prior to your departure, see below. Upon confirmation of your tour we will send you some general information about preparations including passport info, training tips, and reading lists, cell phone rental, travel insurance, and more!

Upon final payment, we will send to you a complete list of documentation by email including Hotel List, contact numbers, itineraries, a packing list, regional information about sites, culture, regional specialities, important towns and historical sites, general France travel information, bike travel tips, vouchers, train travel tips, language phrases, holiday info, tour details, culture and customs tips, and much, much more!

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