Provence Classic 5N – Avignon, Arles...
This Provence itinerary offers a pleasant combination of city life with the visit of Avignon and Arles, and countryside and village experiences.
You will start and finish your tour in Avignon where you can visit the Pont d’Avignon and Palais des Papes. In the summer, Avignon is also home to the famous Festival d’Avignon, a concentration of innovating theatrical performances.
You then carry on to the Pont du Gard, an impressionable Roman aqueduct still intact, the villages of Uzes and Tarascon, before cycling to Arles. This old Roman city has an extraordinarily well-preserved Roman arena and an antique amphitheater.
After more countryside and a stop in St Rémy de Provence, where you can enjoy the view of the hilly Baux de Provence, your trip in Provence will end the way it started: in Avignon!
BIKE INCLUDED
Duration : 6 Days / 5 Nights
Level : Hobby or Active
Trip : Self-guided
Activity : Biking
Dates : Starts any day
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Day : 1, 5
Situated in a historical building dating back to the XVIth century, Hotel Cloitre Saint Louis Avignon offers an extremely quiet and serene environment.Initially a religious school for Jesuits, the Cloister saw its function changed over the centuries to a military hospital, and a home for the elderly.After a thorough renovation in 1990, the building is now a prominent cultural center and a four star hotel. Rooms and facilities are found both in the ancient cloister, and in the splendid modern extension designed by the famous French achitect from Nouvel.
Day : 2
In the very heart of Uzes and only 100 metres from the delightful Place aux Herbes, you will find your three stars hotel in a 300-year old building offering a perfect blend of charm and authenticity with all the modern conveniences: air-conditioning, lift, rooms with Internet, mini-bar, LCD television, bathrooms with whirlpool baths, power showers, or floor-level showers.
Day : 3
The hotel in Arles ideally located between the Antic Theater and Amphitheater, in historical center. A charming hotel, comfortable and stylish. A buffet restaurant with provencal dishes. The Calendal has 38 refurbished bedrooms, from the single room to family rooms. Each bedroom has its provencal charming decor. Views vary, the bedrooms either overlook the Arles Amphitheater, the Antic Theater, the Calendals garden or the narrow typical provencal streets of Arles. The decor, the light, the colours and fabrics have all been chosen to make you remember your stay in Arles and in Provence. The Hotel Calendal accommodation makes you feel provencal.
Day : 4
You are a few steps from the historic centre of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, in the calm sanctuary of a peaceful neighbourhood where the hotel ‘Sous les Figuiers’ has found its roots. A small, entirely renovated, the charming hotel ‘Sous les Figuiers’ offers 14 comfortable ground-floor rooms, eleven of which have private terraces opening onto a garden shaded by magnificent centenarian fig trees.
Day : 1, 5
Set in an old mansion at the foot of the Palais des Papes in the heart of Avignon, La Mirande is steeped in secular history. This timeless refuge offers a dreamy, relaxing and authentic experience in a refines, 18th century-esque décor.With both a gastronomic restaurant and a chef 's table, the hotel serves honest, living cuisine with respect for ingredients and humankind, a culinary hymn to land and its biodiversity.
Day : 2
This three-hundred-year-old house, tucked away down an alley in the majestic city of Uzès, once the Chambon de La Tour family home and a historic monument, has recovered all its former glory. Behind its imposing façade, a monumental 17th-century staircase and a back stair lead to guest rooms featuring contemporary decor. They offer delightful views over the roofs of the old town. The spa nestles under Romanseque arches and draws its inspiration from ancient traditions of health and well-being. The chef at La Table d'Uzès serves Provençal market cuisine, which, in summer, can be enjoyed on the patio with a local Languedoc wine.
Day : 3
Formerly a Carmelite convent, today the Hotel Jules-Cesar is a historic hotel full of character, which, without forgetting its past, boasts all the details of a completely modernized hotel. The spacious foyer, the rooms, the apartments, and the dining room, are all decorated with cloth from Provence and antique furniture, so that from the moment you arrive, you can begin to soak up the atmosphere of one of the most beautiful regions of France.
Day : 4
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Day : 1, 5
A charming hotel in Avignon, located in the very heart of the Pope's City, in a small quiet street. Near the Tourism Office and the antic walls, the hotel welcomes you in a XVIIIth century house. All rooms differ, decorated with relish, on 1st and 2nd floor without lift. Being able to receive 1 to 4 persons, all rooms have air-conditionned, private bathroom, telephone and TV. Thematic rooms ( morocco, indian, african ) has topic will make about you dream: come to discover them...
Day : 2
Ideal for celebrations, family or romantic holidays, and business functions, le Patio de Violette offers guests a wide variety of services in the perfect location.Our staff will welcome you in a family atmosphere. The hotel ‘s colourful surroundings and sunny patio, combined with its quiet location and proximity to Uzès's historic centre, will insure an ideal holiday. Those with an eye for achitecture and decoration will appreciate our contemporary design and elegant rooms.
Day : 3
Opposite the Réattu Museum, next to the roman Thermes and steps away from the Rhône river, this enchanting hotel built in the 16th and 17th centuries is located in the heart of the historic city of Arles, a meeting and cultural place. The Hôtel du Musée is the ideal point of departure form wich to discover Arles "La Romaine" and explore the ancient and medieval monuments scattered throughtout the legendary Provencal landscapes.
Day : 4
Adorable, secluded ans charming hotel, surrounded by a picturesque garden beautifully located at the base of the Alpilles. Just a short walking distance from a historic centre which will overwhelm you with its serenity and absolute tranquility. Staff of Canto Cigalo would like to warmly welcome you for a stay of your dreams within the tranquillity of Provence.
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Provence Classic 5N – Avignon, Arles...
Barbara
United States
The towns is lovely, the food and wine was excellent , it was always nice to get back on our bikes and head to our next destination over the back roads that separate one farm field from the next. The countryside is fertile with fields of wheat dotted with red poppies. We have passed olive orchards, cherry orchards and fig orchards. We have passed small farms with horses and sheep and there are vineyards everywhere. Every house we have passed has gigantic rosebushes growing up the walls and trellises in beautiful hues of red, yellow and orange. The wild poppies grow profusely along the roadsides and we have a hard time passing without taking picture after picture. On our way, out in the middle of nowhere, we have passed a fig orchard with a small sign advertising “fig confiture”. It was so tastie! My friend Janet has become a huge fan of the chocolate croissants in France. I love the apple tarts. And my other friend Elizabeth enjoys the pastries, but her weakness is the candy shops. Its been a great week. We’ve truly enjoyed our time here. The people have been as lovely as the landscape!
United States
The weather was really bad the last day and matt had two flats in a row. Discover France was really quick to come to the rescue and to drive us to our next spot, the man that picked us up was awesome. The weather has been discouraging and it was disappointing to miss out on the ride, but all and all we’ve been so impressed with Discover France. Such a great tour and the hotels have been so great.
Australia
The bike tour was fantastic on every level. Thank you so much. All the accommodation was great. Staff were friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the French style of the hotels...they are so beautiful and well organised. The villages we went to were so quaint. Next time I do such a tour I think I will ride every second day so that I would have time to spend in the villages. Biking everyday took most of our time. The bikes were great to ride..very comfortable and I'm so glad I got an e-bike in the end. I think I got the GPS sorted by the last day. Maybe I'm a slow learner or a little more instruction in how it works would have helped. All in all, getting bamboozled by the map and GPS created some adventures and stories. Once again.,.thanks for planning and organising this tour for us. I will be back. ☺☺☺ Regards
Canada
On the whole, an excellent experience, very well organized by you in all respects. Thanks! More specifically: 1. Bikes: Impressive new Ultegra Scotts, thank you! Very happy with their handling throughout. 2. Itinerary : Beautiful and well thought out 4 days (esp. stunning rides on days 1 and 4, I thought) All in all, thank you for a great four days. Stavros
United States
EVERYTHING was fabulous. Bikes were great. Very comfortable. Safe and beautiful routes. It rained one day and it was still enjoyable. Thank you for a wonderful trip. We will recommend you to others and think of you again as we bike through France!
United States
It has been a great trip so far. We're enjoying the cycling and the hotels! Today's cycling route from Uzes to Arles was particularly fun, as we were on the open road so could take full advantage of the road bikes. Thanks again for your help along the way!
United States
We really loved our bike trip in Provence! We would highly recommend your company and the specific trip/route. Some more detailed thoughts: Orientation — our guy was very helpful, spoke good English including the parts of the bike. Showed us exactly how to change the tires, made sure we were totally set up. He was great! Gear — We were thrilled at the quality of the bikes and gear. Our bikes were in excellent condition, loved that they were new full carbon, well-maintained. The saddle bag was perfect size, light weight, portable — we’re probably going to buy the same thing for our own bikes now! None of the other bikers we passed (from different companies) had Garmins, none had carbon bikes…we were way better equipped. The Garmin had a few issues, sometimes it had trouble finding our location, but overall worked well. Would have been helpful to have a pair of pliers in the multi-tool bag, to adjust the zip-ties for the Garmin & odometer. Hotels — It was nice that they all seemed to know the deal with the bikes, luggage, etc. Avignon - Cloitre St. Louis - Overall great, rooms were ok (1st night our room was outdated and a bit smelly, but last night it was more fresh). Nice to have pool. Good location, excellent breakfast in the AM. Uzes - Hostellerie Provencale - We loved this little B&B, the owner Eric was lovely. He had a great home-made breakfast, cute dog, and each room was like a full apartment. Arles - Le Calendale - This place was ok, but not amazing. Our room was tiny. It did have a great location, right next to the Roman stadium. Also had a nice garden. But it was filled with large tour groups, didn’t have the charm of the other places we stayed. We didn’t use the spa, can’t comment on that. St. Remy - Le Mas des Carassins - Loved this place! It was way nicer than I had expected based on their website. Has 2 big pools with new modern furniture. Gorgeous, beautifully landscaped grounds. Peaceful and elegant. Dinner was also great!
Sarah
United States
We are having a great time so far. We are totally exhausted though! The past two days have been nothing short of lovely, but have taken a lot out of us! The bikes have worked out great and we've been using the combination of written and GPS directions, which has worked well. The Pont du Gard was super cool and Uzes was such a cute town! For the hotels...Patio de Violette was great, the people working there were so friendly, the dinner was delicious, room was comfortable and clean...would definitely recommend it to others. For Hotel du Musee - very cool patio and funky boutique hotel feel... clean room, great location in town. I hope this feedback is helpful! We are looking forward to the next couple days and seeing more beautiful towns, vineyards, etc. Thanks and talk to you soon!