Provence Van Gogh cycling: an Impressionist's dream
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Overview
Highlights
- Easy cycling in the heart of the Van Gogh countryside and landscapes
- The vast olive groves at the foot of the perched medieval village of Les Baux
- The charming small villages of Maillane, Maussane and Graveson
- The Roman city of Arles
- The cafés and restaurants of Saint Remy de Provence
- The vineyards and olive groves blanketing the plains
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- 4 nights double occupancy with private facilities
- 4 breakfasts
- Luggage transfers days 2 to 4
- 3 days hybrid bike rental
- Our Road Book with detailed itineraries, including highlighted maps
- 1 road map of the region
- GPS files
- 24/7 phone assistance
Itinerary
Your trip begins in the heart of Avignon.
A medieval town on the banks of the mighty Rhône River, Avignon hides many treasures: the Pope’s palace, the 12th century bridge, the 14th century ramparts, still intact, and many museums and churches. Meander through a...
Ride - Avignon > Barbentane > Saint Rémy 35km / 21.8 miles - Ascent: +250 m / Descent: -200 m
You start your biking itinerary between the Durance and Rhône Rivers, through a mosaic of orchards and cypress trees. You cycle into the quaint village of Barbe...
Ride - St Rémy > Fontvieille > Les Baux > Maussane 28km / 17.4 miles - Ascent: +250 m / Descent: -300 m
Your continue towards St. Etienne-du-Grès, and the Romanesque chapel of Saint Gabriel. From here you follow alongside the imposing silhouette of th...
Ride - Maussane > Paradou > Arles 20km / 12.4 miles - Ascent: +100 m / Descent: -100 m
Today you trade in the jagged limestone mountains for the plains, as you bike southward to Arles. Here you get a glimpse of the famed Camargue region–vast flatlands co...
End of trip in Arles after breakfast. Bye Bye Provence..
Take the time to stroll in Arles - on the banks of the Rhône River - that harbours a remarkable wealth of Roman monuments, including its majestic coliseum, and emits a warm and authentic charm.
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Intura Travel Reviews & Ratings
Fantastic trip thank you. Martha awesome to deal with.
"Fantastic trip thank you. Martha awesome to deal with. The highlights for us were long lunches, history tour, fantastic towns and villages. We will be back in 3 yea...
We had a fantastic trip, the ladies who organised it were extremely helpful (thank you) and I have already recommended them to several other people who are interested in this type of holiday.
"We had a fantastic trip, the ladies who organised it were extremely helpful (thank you) and I have already recommended them to several other people who are interest...
Everything was very well organised including information, bikes, hotels, restaurants and luggage transfers.
Everything was very well organised including information, bikes, hotels, restaurants and luggage transfers. I will use you again!! Thank you. I have already recommen...
Excellent bikes and the route was well planned and easy to follow.
Excellent bikes and the route was well planned and easy to follow. All the accommodation was excellent. The hosts at all destinations were helpful. A special thank y...
Wow! We have just completed our cycling trip and we absolutely loved every second.
Wow! We have just completed our cycling trip and we absolutely loved every second. Thank you for your outstanding organisation: everything worked according to plan f...
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The variation in the scenery from La Brigue to Menton was spectacular
The variation in the scenery from La Brigue to Menton was spectacular, especially as we took it day by day and could see the gradual difference as we descended throu...
We really enjoy the variation and quality of the scenery and options en route.
We really enjoy the variation and quality of the scenery and options en route. We really enjoy your trips through the small towns and villages. For us this is better...
The scenery is spectacular and the walk had its challenges with many ascents & descents
What a wonderful week walking through the Southern Alps to the French Riviera! The scenery is spectacular and the walk had its challenges with many ascents & des...
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