Provence Secrets - Pont du Gard
Discover the secrets of Provence on this tour. From Nimes to Uzes, this cycling tour crosses the famous Pont du Gard. You will marvel at the beauty and engineering of this old Roman aqueduct.
Cycle along the Gardon river from one Provencal village to another, getting immersed in the enchanting atmosphere of the South of France. Spend some time in St Remy de Provence to learn more about Vincent Van Gogh and his life in Provence. The itinerary will also take you to the charming villages of Fontvieille, Collias and Les Baux de Provence.
This cycling tour is accessible to everyone so you can enjoy this active vacation in the Gard even if you are not used to cycling regularly!
BIKE INCLUDED
Duration : 5 Days / 4 Nights
Level : Casual or Hobby
Trip : Self-guided
Activity : Biking
Dates : Starts any day
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Day : 1, 2
The Hotel Restaurant Le Gardon is located in the picturesque village of Collias in the heart of the Gardon valley, a renowned haven of peace and a centre for outdoor activities such as swimming, climbing, walking, cycling and canoeing. Ideally situated midway between Uzès, 1st Duchy of France and the Pont du Gard, an exceptional example of roman architecture, the hotel offers outstanding panoramic views of the foothills of the Cévennes and the imposing Mont Ventoux, and is surrounded by olive groves, cypress trees and vineyards.
Day : 3, 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.
Day : Post-tour Night
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Day : 1, 2
The Hotel Restaurant Le Gardon is located in the picturesque village of Collias in the heart of the Gardon valley, a renowned haven of peace and a centre for outdoor activities such as swimming, climbing, walking, cycling and canoeing. Ideally situated midway between Uzès, 1st Duchy of France and the Pont du Gard, an exceptional example of roman architecture, the hotel offers outstanding panoramic views of the foothills of the Cévennes and the imposing Mont Ventoux, and is surrounded by olive groves, cypress trees and vineyards.
Day : 3, 4
An oasis of calm and cool, located a few minutes walk from the center of Saint-Remy, once home to Van Gogh and Nostradamus. In our old, clad dry stone mas, built in the middle of the 19th century, come encounter the real sweet life, an atmosphere of serenity, calm and conviviality which assures prefect stay in a place over a hundred years old.Our rooms all personalized, with their Provencal "boutis" (bedcovers), bear a name that symbolizes Provence or the history of the Mas. Most have been recently renovated to provide you with the utmost in comfort: air-conditioning, bath and shower, private toilets, mini bar, hairdryer, bath robes and refined welcoming products await you. It's up to you to choose from the names of our 14 rooms with their typically Provencal accent : la Crau, la Manade, Lis Aupiho, Lis Oulivades, la Jasse... with a private garden and magnificent view of the Alpilles and surrounding countryside.
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Day : 1, 2
The 17th century residence, Le Castellas, is located on a quaint street in the heart of the village of Collias. The surrounding restored buildings of Le Castellas create a serene interior courtyard for guests to enjoy. The wisteria covered terrace is an ideal spot for breakfast or dinner to savor the Chef's traditional and flavorful creations.
Day : 3, 4
A 4-star viewed through a different lens. In the center of Saint Remy de Provence, one of the most charming hotels in Provence, the Hotel Les Ateliers de l'Image was established around the theme of photography to which it has dedicated a gallery, private collection, projection hall, and fully equipped photo-labs....
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Provence Secrets - Pont du Gard
Holt
United States
We enjoyed the cycle tour in the Dijon/Beaune area despite the iffy weather. We had a lovely dry day to explore Dijon and enjoyed all the sites. The loop cycle tour day was a mix of clouds and showers but the ride along the canal was lovely, picturesque and peaceful. A great first day getting used to the bikes. The next day's ride to Vougeot was also good. We particularly liked Gevrey Chambertin, a really pretty town. We had a fabulous vegan lunch there at the Chex Guy, one of the recommended restaurants. What great luck they were featuring a "plat vegetalien". Vougeot is quite a tiny town with minimal services other than the wine tasting shops. The hotel was fine and both dinners next door at Au Creux de Vougeot were really delicious. The two meals were creative, beautifully presented, very tasty and truly satisfying. The avocado mouse starter the first night was excellent and the velouté de champignons the second night a real standout. The desserts were also great. We would not hesitate to recommend the restaurant. We happened to hit it on a market day which was great. We bought picnic supplies, explored the town a bit and enjoyed a lovely lunch in a park. It would have been a great place to have a bit more time. The ride into Beaune was also nice, we loved all the sections thru the vineyards. Beaune was good. We really enjoyed the tour of the Hotel Dieu, a hospital built for the poor 1443 and used as a hospital until the late 1970's. the interior architecture and history were fascinating, definitely a don't miss if you are in Beaune. We also caught a market day there and the displays of fresh produce were gorgeous.. Thanks again for all your help with arrangements. The hotel in Paris was a great location and quite comfortable.
United States
We loved our trip in Provence! The biking paths were excellent and the gps system worked great. The people that picked us up were really nice and helpful. We liked the hotels in Colias and St Remy. Hotel Gourdon in St Remy was absolutely darling but I really didn't like the bathroom set up. Our shower shot into the bathroom and would soak the carpet in our room as well. It was really strange. As for the hotel in Paris, it was TERRIBLE! Our bike riding was definitely the highlight for us. I would have liked more information on the cities we were passing through. We didn't leave enough time for Les Beax de Provence, but would have, had I known how amazing it was going to be. Thank you for a wonderful and memorable trip. We hope to do this again soon! Jeri
Australia
Everyone had a great time! We made the trip without major issues other than a flat tire on kid's bike. The hotels and restaurants are extraordinarily and we loved them! Thank you so much for your assistance and made it possible for us to have wonderful experiences! I will recommend you to my friends and look forward to another trips in future
United States
We had the best time! It was wonderful! I only wish we could've biked for a few more days! Both hotels were great, we especially loved the hotel in St. Remy. The food was to die for and the grounds breathtaking. The biking routes were fantastic, and Honestly the perfect mileage. It gave us time to enjoy ourselves and relax and take in the sights. Those roads are stunning. We loved it and would totally do it again. I would say so far has been the highlight of our trip. Thank you for all of your work organizing! Merci!!
United Kingdom
We had an amazing time. The bikes were excellent as was the GPS. We really enjoyed the cycling although the routes were far more challenging we had expected. They always took much longer than advertised, even though we are both very fit and not at all overweight! This was a slight shame as it meant we did not get to spend as much time in the hotels as we would have ideally liked. But there was beautiful scenery and great places to visit on every route so that was always a pleasure. Both the hotels were fantastic. We especially liked Mas De Carassins . I hope that feedback is useful. Overall we really enjoyed the holiday, so thank you!
United States
The hotel and setting are beautiful. The weather, our guide in Nimes and the biking have all been the best! We especially loved the routes which took us on many small quiet ways. Provence is beautiful. Thanks again!!
United States
We loved the bike tour and the hotels were excellent.