Provence by Bike and Boat

Day 1: Arrival to Aigues-Mortes

Individual arrival and boarding after 5:00 pm in Aigues-Mortes, medieval town, ancient military, and commercial port on the Mediterranean. You may board from 6 pm onwards, and then regroup for the welcome briefing at 6:30.
Overnight in Aigues-Mortes.

Day 2: Round trip of Aigues-Mortes
34 miles/55 km

Going through small country lanes of the Camargue between canals, lagoons and small villages you will have the chance to see the famous black bulls and the white horses typical of this region, as well as the pink flamingos. In the afternoon you will reach the charming fishermen's village Le Grau-du-Roi. You'll have the possibility of a refreshing bath on the beach.
Overnight in Aigues-Mortes.

Day 3: Aigues-Mortes – Arles
22 miles/35 km

You will sail for a couple of hours up to Saint Gilles and then cycle to today's destination: Arles, known for the richness of its antique Roman patrimony. The city will fascinate you with its hidden treasures. Getting lost among its small alleys will be like entering a picture by Van Gogh. 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.
Overnight in Arles.

Day 4: Arles – Vallabrègues
34 miles/55 km

This is a breathtaking stage and will bring you to the Alpilles, with the perched village of Le Baux de Provence and then to Saint Rémy de Provence. A landscape of limestone cliffs, lavender, and olive trees will be your scenes today. In the evening you will moor in Vallabrègues, a pretty Provencal village on the banks of the Rhône.
Overnight in Vallabrègues.

Day 5: Vallabrègues – Aramon
22 miles/35km

Cycling along country roads, you will arrive at Barbentane with its castle at the confluence of the Rhône and Durance rivers. You will cycle to the magnificent Abbey of Saint Michel de Frigolet and afterward down to the medieval village of Boulbon. In the afternoon you'll cruise to Aramon for the overnight with a beautiful view over the Mont Ventoux.
Overnight in Aramon.

Day 6: Aramon – Avignon
25 miles/40 km

The stage today will bring you to the best-preserved Roman aqueduct in Europe: Pont du Gard, a very spectacular work. Back in Aramon in the afternoon, you will cruise to Avignon, the city of the Popes. You will be moored in Quai de la Ligne next to the famous Pont St. Bénezet.
Overnight in Avignon.

Day 7: Round trip of Avignon
19 miles/30 km

Today we'll get to the other side of the river Rhone by crossing the island Île de la Barthelasse, and we’ll ride in the typical garrigue landscape, between vineyards and orchards. Before going back we’ll visit Villeneuve Les Avignon, once known to be the town of the cardinals. In the afternoon, you'll have time to discover the historic center of Avignon.
Overnight in Avignon.

Day 8: Departure from Avignon

After breakfast, end of tour and departure from the boat. You can book extra nights at a hotel in Avignon if you would like.

Note: The program has been planned to feature navigation along the Rhone River and Rhone-Sète Canal. Due to organizational reasons, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during the holiday. 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. These decisions are only made by the boat’s captain.