For individual bookings the barge, Caprice or L’Estello, will be assigned by the tour operator according to availability. 3,25 h, normal fare approx. Getting lost among its small alleys will be like entering a picture by Van Gogh. Day 4: Arles–Vallabreguès (bike tour approx. 40 km/24 mi.). In between cycling excursions, you cruise along with the ship, which travels to a new destination every day. Provence - Camargue by Bike + Boat Level 2 - Leisure bikers: Slightly rolling, light hilly terrain, few uphill stretches, average physical condition required. All guests, crew and tour leaders complete a health declaration in advance, and during the trip we take care that everyone stays healthy! or call +44 (0)1273 224066. But after Les Baux a beautiful 4 km downhill to St. Remy waits for you. Guided cycling: A tour leader will guide you during the cycling days, Independent cycling: No tour leader, the ships’ crew does daily briefing, independent cycling, Level 2: quite easy tours, mostly flat terrain, Level 3: requires a higher level of exertion, medium hilly terrain, Level 4: for experienced cyclists, hilly terrain with climbs, Full board (breakfast and dinner, selfmade packed lunch), English speaking tour leader within an international group. If you don’t feel like cycling, stay aboard the ship! This tour includes full board. Provence and Camargue by boat and bike - a journey to impressive places and through a section of France’s untouched nature. Discover the highlights of Provence on a sublime bike and barge cruise from Avignon to the wilderness of the Camargue; Avignon, Pont du Gard, Arles, St Remy de Provence and the natural beauty of the Camargue. Hence, many well-known painters have lived in Provence: Picasso, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Matisse, Cézanne, and Chagall to name just a few. 40 km/25 miA morning cruise will take you to Aramon. After that you’ll visit the most typical Provence landscape, including the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh’s Provence and the Roman Pont du Gard. The possibility of bringing own bikes on board is anyway allowed only on request. A wonderful bike and boat tour through the wild Camargue nature with its bulls and horses: from the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes you’ll cycle gradually towards Arles. Day 7 Round trip around Aigues-Mortes, 55 km/34 miToday is wholly devoted to the Camargue, which remains pristine and untouched in many places. The atmosphere aboard most likely makes you feel at home immediately. Before going back you’ll visit Villeneuve Les Avignon, once known to be the town of the cardinals. The subsequent bike tour will lead you past the roman Pont du Gard aqueduct. A wonderful bike and boat tour through the wild Camargue nature with its bulls and horses: from the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes you'll cycle gradually towards Arles. These decisions are only taken by the barge’s captain. After that you’ll visit the most typical Provence landscape, including the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh’s Provence … Individual arrival and boarding after 6 p.m. in Aigues-Mortes, medieval town, ancient military and commercial port on the Mediterranean. On this bike tour you discover Provence and the Camargue - a land of light, colors and scents. Navigation: about 2 hours from Avignon to Aramon. In the mornings, you will receive a hearty breakfast, in the evenings we serve three-course meals. Autumn: short trip in Berlin from EUR 299, full board (7 x breakfast, 6 packed lunches, 7 x dinner), bike tours are introduced and discussed daily. A supplement may be asked (€ 50, in advance for gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan diets). 55 km/34 miToday, you’ll be traversing a landscape full with limestone cliffs and olive trees, made famous by van Gogh. Vivid Provencal landscapes perfumed with pines and wild flowers. The ship – Your sailing hotel Rental bikes: Thanks to a deep knowledge of the territory, they can give you useful hints and help you appreciate the place you are visiting. Of course they love cycling and will be happy to give you some advice about how to correctly use the bicycle gears and whenever necessary they can fix your flat tire. This stage is dedicated to the exploration of the Camargue area, with its canals, villages and lagoons. But after Les Baux a beautiful 4 km downhill to the village of Paradou waits for you! After that, you’ll visit the most typical Provence landscape, including the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh’s Provence, the Roman Pont du Gard. Smart, entertaining. The duration of the tour is about 2 hrs and the price is approx. When you have just left Vallabrègues, you will have to pay attention to the traffic along the wide road that runs to Tarascon. By clicking the box above, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy. In the morning navigation till the town of Aramon, where you will start pedalling. We advise you to take the train back to Aigues Mortes/Avignon. You’ll be cycling through the Rhone valley with its famous vineyards, exploring sights such as the Roman Pont du Gard and the medieval Tour de Constance tower. The European Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolutions (ODR) which can be accessed at http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/. Today’s stage is a short “transfer” tour leading you through “Tête de la Camargue”, an area in the south-west of Arles delimited by the Petit Rhône. 35 km/21 mi.). Navigation: about 1 hour from Vallabrègues to Aramon. The dinners were inconsistent. Our general conditions (www.boatbiketours.com/terms_and_conditions) apply to all tours, programs and travel confirmations. You will immediately receive acknowledgement of receipt. Level 2 - Leisure bikers: Slightly rolling, light hilly terrain, few uphill stretches, average physical condition required. Our Captain led his team with easy efficiency, our Steward looked after all our on-board needs with care and a ready smile, our Chef provided tasty and interesting meals…, The cycling was good. The last refit (2009) brought its level to standards of modern comfort. Rufen Sie an +49 2102 42 0655. It felt good biking around in France. You will cycle to the magnificent Abbey of Saint Michel de Frigolet and afterwards down to the medieval village of Boulbon. On this bike tour you discover Provence and the Camargue - a land of light, colors and scents. In this tour you have the possibility to explore by bike the southern part of France. In this tour you have the possibility to explore by bike the southern part of France. A weeks cruise to explore the beautiful rivers and vineyards of Provence and Camargue. Or by bus (1 x change, duration approx. These decisions are only taken by the barge’s captain. The possibility of bringing own bikes on board is anyway allowed only on request. Day 7: Avignon, round tour (approx. In the afternoon, you’ll have time to explore Avignon’s historic centre. The stage goes along quiet country roads: you will only have to pay attention to the traffic leaving Arles and along the road that leads you from Tarascon to Vallabrègues. Today’s itinerary is the only one that has a real elevation up in ascent: 4 km ascent from St. Remy to Les Baux de Provence. The stage today will bring you to the best preserved Roman aqueduct in Europe: Pont du Gard, a very spectacular work. Activity level Perfectly looked after:During your tour, we are available between 8 am and 8 pm, 7 days a week. After breakfast: disembarkation and end of the tour. Do not miss the opportunity to observe small groups of pink flamingos along the Canal du Rhône à Sète and on its ponds at the edge of the Salins du Midi. Do not miss the opportunity to observe small groups of pink flamingos along the Canal du Rhône à Sète and on its ponds at the edge of the Salins du. In the end you move onto the Alpilles, with Les-Baux-de-Provence, a village lodged in the rock itself. Day 1 Arrival in AvignonEmbarkation starts at 6 pm at Quai de la Ligne, at which time there will also be an opportunity to explore the historic centre. Some were fabulous and a few were inedible. Day 3: Aigues Mortes– Saint Gilles | Saint Gilles – Arles (bike tour approx. After relaxing in the quietness of the place a descent of 4 km and a pleasant country road are waiting for you before arriving in Boulbon, now a few kilometers from Vallabrègues. Trip Type: Self-Guided Bike Type: Touring Bike. Navigation: about 2,5 hours from Aigues Mortes to St-Gilles. When guests prefer a day of rest, they can stay on board while cruising to the next town. – City bike  Nuvinci N380 Bike and Barge France: Provence – Camargue | Caprice & L’Estello. Round trips Centre tours Boat and Bike Distance tours . 25 km/15 mi.). This stage is dedicated to the exploration of the Camargue area, with its canals, villages and lagoons. This website is owned by Boat Bike Tours B.V. Read more > Request a quote. 55 km/33 mi.). Visit the most typical Provence landscape, including the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh’s Provence, the Roman France of Pont du Gard and finally toast with the precious wines of Châteauneuf du Pape. Navigation: about 1 hour from Aramon to Vallabrègues. Camargue and Provence by boat and bike - a journey to impressive places and through a section of France’s untouched nature. After leaving the village of Aramon the itinerary will bring you between rolling hills covered with fine vineyards and ancient villages before reaching the front of the majestic Pont du Gard, a masterpiece of Roman engineering. After relaxing in the quietness of the place a descent of 4 km and a pleasant country road are waiting for you before arriving in Boulbon. Take a tour of Provence’s glowing landscapes and ride through a region rich in Roman heritage towards the wild marshes of the Camargue. Departure dates 2022 – CAPRICE/L’ESTELLO: Diets and allergies: 30 km/19 miYou are embarking on a journey which will lead you through the Garique region, which is shaped by vineyards and orchards. Yes, I would like to receive the Best-BikeTours Newsletter. Your trip begins when you board your comfortable barge moored in the Papal city of Avignon. Austria Baltic States Belgium-Netherland-Luxemburg Czech Republic France Germany . We went with a big group of 10 nurses and 10 spouses. Then click on the preferred date. The lounge area has large panoramic windows that provide plenty of natural light and the glass doors give access to the inviting sun deck. You will cycle along quiet roads with breathtaking scenery and discover many delightful hilltop villages, among vineyards and orchards. Route profile Tour program variations After leaving Vallabrègues, you come up the course of the Rhone to the medieval village of Barbentane, from which you start the climb to reach the abbey of Saint Michel de Frigolet. Day 8 DepartureAfter breakfast your tour "Provence and Camargue by Boat & Bike" on MS Caprice or L'Estello ends. Simple circuit along peaceful country roads through the island Île de la Barthelasse. Day 2 Round trip around Avignon, approx. Issues with high and low water, as well as logistic obstacles such as officially ordered – previously not announced – repair work on locks or bridges can modify some of the daily stretches or overnight stays and may even request a transfer by bus. You’ll be cycling through the Rhone valley with its famous vineyards, exploring sights such as the Roman Pont du Gard and the medieval Tour de Constance tower. Possibility of a refreshing bath on the beach. Once on board, make sure that the kitchen staff is aware of your allergies, in order to avoid unpleasant situations. Emergency van in the area, also available for daily excursions; Transfers to/from docking places in Avignon and Aigues Mortes (France). Hence, many well-known painters have lived in Provence: Picasso, Van Gogh, Gauguin, Matisse, Cézanne, and Chagall to name just a few. 55 km/31 mi.). Today the whole morning is dedicated to visit Arles, the ancient capital of Gaul with beautiful Roman ruins. Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 17:00 (CET), > Tours > France > France: Provence – Camargue. Cities full of hidden treasure and glorious Provençal wine. Day 6: Arles – Aigues Mortes (Approx. In the afternoon you will reach the seaside town of Le Graudu-Roi where you can have a bath in the Mediterranean Sea and relax on the sand. In the afternoon navigation to Aramon for the overnight with a beautiful view over the Mont Ventoux. Texts and images: Boat Bike Tours Ltd. Nice scenery. The program has been planned to feature navigation along the Rhone River and Rhone-Sète Canal. 30 km/18 mi.). Daniel Thierry, Marc Bertrand and Ellen Haars. Cycling on varied terrain, with the option of e-bikes. Overnight in Vallabrègues. – Electro-bike Lagoons, olive groves and limestone cliffs. Terrain: 95% tarmac, 5% unpaved. Total length: 240 km 1.6 km / 1 mile away from the ship’s mooring point, Arrival by plane:Aéroport Marseille-Provence, distance approx. After leaving the village of Aramon the itinerary will bring you between rolling hills covered with fine vineyards and ancient villages before reaching the front of the majestic Pont du Gard, a masterpiece of Roman engineering. Your mooring place is in Quai de la Ligne next to the famous Pont St. Bénezet. Provence Bike & Boat: Avignon to the Camargue. You’ll find the Camargue landscape, with its famous white horses and black bulls, to be very impressive.Contingent on availability, we will book you on either the MS Caprice or the MS L'Estello, which offer like-for-like amenities. Schicken Sie uns eine E-Mail Wir antworten innerhalb von 48 Stunden. This stage brings you to Saint Remy de Provence, birthplace of Nostradamus. Sleeping will be no problem in the nicely styled cabins. Do not miss the opportunity to observe small groups of pink flamingos along the Canal du Rhône à Sète and on its ponds at the edge of the Salins du A cycle trip traversing cultivated fields, reed beds and bull farms as far as the town of Arles. If you are vegetarian, vegan, gluten- or lactose-intolerant, allergic to some specific ingredients/substances or if you suffer from any other kind of allergies please indicate it at the moment of booking. caring and endlessly enthusiastic, they have a true passion for sharing their love of the outdoors, people, culture and local food. Provence Tours - Provence Camargue - Bike & Boat Avignon to Aigues-Mortes Put the wonders of Provence into real perspective with a cruise along its sun-warmed waterways and spot of gentle pedal-pushing through Rhône Valley vistas, vineyards and the open countryside of the Camargue. This stage is dedicated to the exploration of the Camargue area, with its canals, villages and lagoons. Below you see an overview of the available (blue) dates; the yellow dot means that this date has 2 or less cabins available, orange is ‘on request’ and red means that on this date there aren’t any cabins available. Transfer back: Experience the higher levels of comfort, smaller groups and extra’s. A landscape of limestone cliffs and olive trees accompanies your journey. A greater wine selection would be good. Tour operator is: Girolibero, Vicenza, Italy. Afterwards, today’s cycling route will lead you to Saint Gilles, after which the ship will take you to Aigues Mortes. The berths were “cozy” but clean. The use of own bikes is not recommended in this tour because of the limited space on the boat and also because of the difficulty of reaching the starting/ending point with public transportation. Travel Information. Our travel experts are ready to help you. Images: several organisations such as Visit Gent, Paris Tourist Office, Hanzesteden Marketing, Holland.com, and photographers such as Jan DHondt, Daniel Thierry, Marc Bertrand and Ellen Haars. Terrain is 95% tarmac and 5% unpaved. Start at the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes and discover Arles, Avignon, the Pont du Gard aqueduct, Saint Rémy de Provence, Les Baux de Provence and many other breathtaking places. Find yourself a seat in one of the comfortable sofas or chairs for a refreshing drink and enjoy your breakfast and dinner in the restaurant area. Images: several organisations such as Visit Gent, Paris Tourist Office, Hanzesteden Marketing, Holland.com, and photographers such as Jan DHondt. Then, you’ll be cycling to Barbentane castle, the Saint Michel de Frigolet abbey and the medieval Boulbon castle. Expect gentle cycling at an easy pace but opt for an electric bike if you’d prefer some help on the uphills. Arrival to Avignon or Aigues Mortes In the first part of the stage you will face short slopes. For departure times and ticket prices please look on: www.tgv-europe.com. Prepare yourself for this tour with our Travel Prep-tips. The guide Carlos and the crew Filippo, Josef, Marco and…, This was a very enjoyable tour with an efficient and comfortable boat, good quality bicycles, a varied and interesting group of fellow travellers and a very competent, friendly and helpful crew. If you are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-intolerant, allergic to some specific ingredients/substances or if you suffer from any other kind of allergies please indicate it at the moment of booking. It’s also possible to spend a day on board if you like. Going through small country lanes of Camargue between canals, lagoons and small villages you will reach in the afternoon the charming fishermen’s village Le Grau-du-Roi. Total vertical up: 620 m After that you’ll visit the most typical Provence landscape, including the Rhone Valley, Van Gogh’s Provence … Thanks to a deep knowledge of the territory, they can give you useful hints and help you appreciate the place you are visiting. Due to organisational reasons, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during the holiday. After relaxing in the quietness of the place a descent of 4 km and a pleasant country road are waiting for you before arriving in Boulbon. Texts and images: Boat Bike Tours Ltd. The Caprice was – like many other vessels – built as a cargo ship and later on converted into a passenger ship in 1996. Little effort required, suitable for most people. We also offer e-bikes if desired. The Mediterranean climate is pleasant, the sun shines more than 3000 hours a year. On this bike tour you discover Provence and the Camargue - a land of light, colors and scents. In the afternoon you will also have the opportunity to be welcomed by a professional guide, who will accompany you around the jewels of the town. In the pleasant air conditioned lounge you have a wonderful view. The tour is totally in the lowlands during the two stages in Camargue, while the stages north of Arles present some ups and downs, which are however easy to overcome. As we like to say, our tour leaders are CDO (Controlled Designation of Origin), a real traveler’s ticket to discover the land with ease and to live an unforgettable active travel experience. We follow all possible safety measures on board by observing hygiene rules, equipping staff with face masks and with extra cleaning and sufficient ventilation. Our Provence and Camargue Bike & Boat Adventure is a wonderful tour starting in the wild Camargue nature with its bulls and horses; from the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes, you’ll cycle gradually towards Arles.
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