Provence | France | Guided Biketour

Your adventure begins at the Avignon TGV train station where your tour guide will meet you at 2:30 PM. From there, you'll embark on a guided city tour of Avignon, immersing yourself in the city's rich history and vibrant culture. In the late afternoon, you'll transfer to the medieval town of Uzès, where you'll spend the night at the Boutique Hotel D'Entraigues (or similar).

Day 2 starts with a bike ride from Uzès to the spectacular Pont du Gard, a masterpiece of Roman architecture. After a picnic lunch under shady plane trees, you'll cycle along the Rhône River to the city of Tarascon, home to the legendary Tarascon Castle. The day ends in Arles, where you'll park your bikes and walk to your accommodation, Maison Volver (or similar), for an overnight stay and dinner.

Day 3 begins with a short transfer from Arles to the edge of the pristine Camargue Nature Reserve. After a bike ride through the reserve, you'll reach Saintes Maries de la Mer, a fortress church and annual pilgrimage destination. In the afternoon, you'll return to Arles for a guided tour, including a visit to the St. Trophime Cathedral. The day concludes with an overnight stay and dinner at the Hotel Le Mas de l'Oulivié (or similar) near Les Baux.

Day 4 starts with a stroll through the town of St. Remy, followed by a bike ride through the legendary Hell Valley to the majestic ruins of Les Baux. After a visit to the fortress, you'll cycle through the hilly limestone cliffs of the Alpilles, covered with pine trees and vineyards. The day ends back in Les Baux, where you can relax in the well-kept park and by the outdoor pool.

On Day 5, you'll ride e-bikes through lavender fields and across the Durance River to the Vaucluse Department, home to the excellent wines of Château Bonpas. The day concludes in Gordes, a charming village nestled against a large hill. After an introduction to the village, you'll have free time to explore before retiring to the Hotel Le Petit Palais d'Aglae (or similar) for an overnight stay and dinner.

Day 6 begins with a visit to the Abbey of Sénanque, nestled deep in a gorge. From there, you'll cycle through the rugged Vaucluse Mountains to Pernes-les-Fontaines, known as the 'City of Fountains.' The day ends with a return to Gordes for another overnight stay.

On Day 7, you'll ride through the valley to the town of Roussillon, perched atop a ring of ochre cliffs. After crossing the Coulon River on the old Roman bridge 'Pont Julien,' you'll reach Lourmarin Castle. The day concludes with a transfer to Aix-en-Provence, where you'll enjoy a farewell dinner at a top restaurant in the old town.

The final day of the tour is dedicated to exploring Aix-en-Provence, a city of art and culture. You'll stroll through the picturesque old town, visit the impressive Saint-Sauveur Cathedral, and discover the city's rich history and vibrant culture. The tour concludes around 12:00 PM at the hotel, from where you can depart for Marseille Airport or your starting hotel in Uzès.