8-day Bike & Barge Tour Avignon to Aigues Mortes

A wonderful bike and boat tour in unspoiled nature: you start toasting with the precious wines of Chateauneuf du Pape and then reach the old Roman Pont du Gard, exploring Van Gogh’s Provencal landscape. Then you continue cycling through the Rhone Valley up to Arles and to the medieval fortress of Aigues Mortes, which will accompany you in your ride through bulls and horses of the Camargue.

Highlights:

• The tranquil Provençal landscapes and wild moors of the Camargue region
• The colors: from the green expanses of vineyards to the pink of the salt marshes of the little village of Aigues-Mortes
• Relaxation on board at the end of each day's ride

Tour Character: Level 1

Total length: 250 km
Terrain: 90% paved, 10% unpaved

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. There is just one more demanding slope towards Les Baux de Provence, but you will be fully repaid with an extraordinary landscape. The itinerary is mostly on secondary roads with low traffic; some short stretches on more busy roads are however inevitable. There will also be a couple of navigation stretches to make the stage more enjoyable.  Leisure cycling in mostly flat areas, with only a few short ups and downs. Little effort required, suitable for everyone.

Your accomodation:

2 different boutique barges

Barge 1: A small and cozy river boat that sails through the heart of Provence and Camargue. Custom designed furnishings, freshly varnished wood and bright colors, excellent on-board cuisine, and well-kept cabins and common areas make you feel at home.

Barge size: 39 m long and 5.05 m wide, cabins: 11, capacity: 21 guests in low beds, air conditioning in the whole barge, WiFi available in common areas. 

Cabins:

• 8 lower deck twin cabins 7-8 sq.m 
• 2 lower deck double cabins 7-8 sq.m 
• 1 lower deck single cabin 7-8 sq.m 

Barge 2: This barge sails between Avignon and Aigues Mortes, with the Provençal landscape and the protected wilderness of the Camargue providing the backdrop. This river boat is a classic Dutch barge built in 1937 and then renewed in 2018. It is the ideal accommodation to spend a pleasant bike and boat vacation in nature and relaxation.

Barge size: 39 m long and 5.05 m wide, cabins: 10, capacity: 20 guests in low beds, air conditioning in the whole barge and WiFi available in common areas.

Cabins

• 9 lower deck twin cabins 7-8 sq.m 
• 1 lower deck double cabin 7-8 sq.m 

Features in both barges:

• Comfortable low beds (single: 1.90 m x 0.80 m | double: 1.90 m x 1.40 m)
• En-suite facilities
• Fixed portholes (forced ventilation)
• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Safe deposit box
• Ample closet space in the cabin for storing luggage
• Sheets and towels
• Hair dryers (one in each cabin)
• Courtesy kit with solid soap and shampoo
• Mid-week cabin cleaning service and towel change
• Schuko bipolar sockets (220V – 50Hz)

Included in the Bike and Barge Tour:

• 7 overnights
• 7x breakfast, 6x dinner and 6x self-made packed lunch
• Afternoon snack
• Coffee and tea and other hot drinks on board
• Still and sparkling water dispenser (room temperature or cold water)
• Ice dispenser
• Welcome drink
• Sheets and towels
• Courtesy kit
• Mid-week cabin cleaning service and towel change
• Bike helmet (to book in advance)
• Travel Guide, Maps, Roadbook & digital tour information
• English speaking tour leader within an international group
• Guided visit of Arles
• Visit and wine tasting at a typical vineyard 
• Oil tasting
• Some short walking tours
• Harbour charges

Not included in the tour:

• Beverages on board
• 1x dinner (day 2)
• Tips and extras in general
• Museum entry fees
• Transfers 

Travel insurance:

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Notes:

• Single cabin lower deck (only very limited availability on selected barges)- FROM 1630 EUR (price depends on availability and season) - Please enquire if you are interested. 
• Single cabins are quoted for a twin cabin single use
• Saturday departures only
• Charter options available, please email us for a quote
• Own bikes are not allowed
• You can choose to cycle this tour: independently (following the APP we will provide you) or with the group (following the tour leader)

If you would like to rent a bike (120 EUR) an (E-bike 290 EUR) please contact our office when booking: [email protected]

For vegan, lactose-free and gluten-free diets a fee of 70 EUR will be invoiced when booking

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