The route is completely flat in the two stages of Camargue, while north of Arles it goes a bit downhill and uphill. There is a more challenging climb towards Baux de Provence, but then you will enjoy a wonderful panorama. The tour is mostly on minor roads with little traffic, but some short stretches are on roads with more traffic that you can’t avoid. Two boat trips are also included.

Day 1: Avignon
Individual arrival. Embarkation from 5 p.m. The ship is waiting for you at Quai de la Ligne, near the famous bridge Pont St. Bénezet.

Day 2: Avignon round trip, approx. 45 km
Today you will cross Île de la Barthelasse and reach the other bank of the Rhône. You will cycle between vineyards and orchards to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. On the way back you will pass Roquemaure and Villeneuve. Dinner is at your leisure in Avignon.

Day 3: Avignon – Aramon, approx. 45 km
In the morning, the ship will take you to Aramon, from where you will cycle to the best-preserved Roman aqueduct in Europe: the Pont du Gard. Tonight you will spend the night back in Aramon on the ship with a beautiful view of Mont Ventoux.

Day 4: Aramon – Vallabrègues, approx. 45 km
The boat ride in the morning will take you to Vallabrègues, a beautiful village on the banks of the Rhône. You will now cycle on country roads to Barbentane, where you can admire the imposing castle between the Rhône and Durance rivers. Then you will continue to the magnificent Abbey of Saint Michel de Frigulet and finally to the medieval castle of Boulbon. Overnight stay back in Vallabrègues.

Day 5: Vallabrègues – Arles, ca. 65 km
This stage takes you to Saint Rémy de Provence, the birthplace of Nostradamus. This village is also famous because Van Gogh lived here when he was mentally ill. Then you cycle to Alpilles with the village of Les-Baux-de-Provence. The landscape is characterized by limestone cliffs and olive trees.

Day 6: Arles – Aigues-Mortes, ca. 30 km
In the morning you will visit Arles, the old capital of Gaul with its beautiful Roman ruins. A guide will accompany you through the city. After lunch you will cycle to Franquevaux, from where you will take a short boat trip to Aigues-Mortes.

Day 7: Round trip Aigues-Mortes, approx. 45 km
On your way through the Camargue, past canals, lagoons and small villages, you will come across La Cailar, Marsillargues and Saint-Laurent-d’Aigouze, which are known for their ancient bull tradition. In the afternoon, you will visit an organic winery and enjoy a wine tasting.

Day 8: Aigues-Mortes
Departure after breakfast or individual extension in Aigues-Mortes

Day 1: Aigues Mortes
Individual arrival in Aigues-Mortes. Explore the fascinating town with its completely preserved medieval city wall. Embarkation is possible from 5 p.m.

Day 2: Aigues-Mortes round trip, approx. 45 km
On your way through the Camargue, past canals, lagoons and small villages, you will come across La Cailar, Marsillargues and Saint-Laurent-d’Aigouze, which are known for their old bull tradition. In the afternoon, you will visit an organic winery and enjoy a wine tasting.

Day 3: Aigues-Mortes - Arles. approx. 30 km
In the morning, the ship will take you to Franquevaux, where your tour towards Arles starts. Arles impresses with a multitude of Roman ruins and other treasures that you will explore in the afternoon.

Day 4: Arles – Vallabrègues, approx. 65 km
Today’s stage takes you to Alpilles, with the village of Les-Baux-de-Provence, and then to Saint Rémy de Provence, the birthplace of Nostradamus and a short-term residence of Van Gogh. The landscape is characterized by limestone cliffs and olive trees. In the evening you will moor in Vallabrègues, a pretty Provençal village on the banks of the Rhône.

Day 5: Vallabrègues – Aramon, approx. 45 km
Explore picturesque country roads by bike to Barbentane with its impressive castle. Continue to the Abbey of Saint Michel de Frigulet and the medieval castle of Boulbon. In the afternoon, relax on a boat trip to Aramon and enjoy the view of Mont Ventoux.

Day 6: Aramon –Avignon, ca. 45 km
Today’s stage first takes you to the best-preserved Roman aqueduct in Europe: the Pont du Gard. Back in Aramon, you take the boat to Avignon, the city of the popes. The boat moors at Quai de la Ligne, near the famous bridge of Pont St. Bénezet.

Day 7: Avignon round trip, approx. 30 km
Today you will cross the Île de la Barthelasse to reach the other side of the Rhône and cycle in the typical garrigue landscape between vineyards and orchards to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. During the trip, you will surely have the opportunity to taste the famous Provençal wine. Later, you will cross the Rhône at Roquemaure and return along the river via Villeneuve.

Day 8: Avignon
After breakfast, individual departure or extension in Avignon

Normally you will follow the Rhone River and the Rhone-Sète Canal. For organizational reasons, due to weather conditions or according to regulations of local authorities, some changes in the itinerary may occur before and/or during the vacation. High and low water, as well as logistical obstacles such as (unpredictable) maintenance works over bridges or locks may change the daily routes or moorings and may even require a bus transfer. The decision is made solely by the captain.