Highlights
- Riding through landscapes immortalised by the works of Vincent Van Gogh
- Enjoying fine local produce, including excellent wines, olive oils and herbs
- Soaking up the atmosphere of St-Remy-de-Provence with some al fresco dining and late night aperitifs
- Exploring the Roman amphitheatre in the heart of Arles, just 50m from your hotel
- Riding through peaceful French countryside, olive groves and vineyards
- Spotting the hilltop fortress of Les Baux-de-Provence
Itinerary
Today you’ll make your way to St-Remy-de-Provence and settle into your hotel before a welcome briefing and bike fitting delivered by a member of the local team.
A short acclimatisation ride will be an option for early arrivals, or you may prefer a walk through this charming town’s narrow streets lined with boutiques and restaurants. The Roman ruins of Glanum are a 30 minute or so walk from your hotel, or take a stroll to St Paul’s Mausoleum.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Ascent: 63 Metres Approx.
You’ll start the day by leaving St-Remy and picking up the Eurovelo 8 cycle path for a flat, traffic free ride to Mas-Blanc-de-Alpilles and Saint-Etienne-du-Gres, a picturesque village at the foot of the Alpilles (a miniature mountain range).
A short stretch of cycling through the countryside brings you into Fontvieille with ample time to explore this gorgeous small town. Its main claim to fame is being the home of Alphonse Daudet, a celebrated 19th century novelist, and a small museum in his honour can be found a short walk from the centre if you’d like to learn more about him. Otherwise, kick back, relax and enjoy the infectiously slow pace of life.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Ascent: 252 Metres Approx.
Today you have the chance to visit one of the area’s most renowned villages, the spectacular Les Baux-de-Provence. Famed for its hilltop fortress and the vast panoramas offered of the Alpilles, the Rhone valley and even the Cevennes mountains much further west.
The village itself is lined with boutiques, cafes, and restaurants, making it perfect for a long lazy lunch break. After relaxing with a post-lunch café au lait, you’ll make your way back to Fontvielle, freewheeling down from the Alpilles, back to the comfort of your hotel.

- Meals: Breakfast
- Ascent: 138 Metres Approx.
Leaving the Alpilles behind you’ll venture towards the Camargue today, with the history rich city of Arles your destination.
Today you’ll be riding through the countryside, with your first experiences of some typical Camarguais landscapes. En route you pass Pont-du-Crau, a suburb of Arles that was immortalised in some of Vincent van Gogh’s paintings.
Arles itself is possibly the most Provençal city you can find, with a rich history and strong cultural identity that is on show all around the city. Be sure to check out the famed amphitheatre and the Van Gogh foundation whilst you’re here.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Ascent: 163 Metres Approx.
A rest day is an option today and the chance to stroll through Arles at leisure is certainly tempting.
But for those looking to ride, the Camargue beckons. This loop ride takes you to Étang de Vaccarès, a vast salt-water lagoon in the heart of the Camargue and a great spot for wildlife lovers and bird watchers.
We suggest packing a picnic and settling down by the lagoon, looking out for flamingos and other wild birds whilst you eat, before a flat ride back into Arles.

- Meals: Breakfast
- Ascent: 70 Metres Approx.
This morning you’ll wave goodbye to Arles as you saddle up and hop onto the Via-Rhona cycle route, heading north towards the twin towns of Beaucaire and Tarascon. The two towns take positions on either side of the Rhone, with Beaucaire offering a charming waterfront area lined with cafes and restaurants still mostly unknown to most visitors to the area.
Tarascon’s imposing fortress is worth a visit, particularly to learn about the legend of La Tarasque, a monster of the river who terrorised the inhabitants some 2000 years ago.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Ascent: 79 Metres Approx.
An easy day of cycling is in store for the final day of your trip.
The route follows the Mediterranean cycle route on a mix of cycle path and quiet lanes, back to the lively hustle and bustle of St-Remy-de-Provence. At just 18km in length, you should arrive with plenty of time to soak up one final afternoon of Provençal perfection, perhaps visiting the Roman ruins at Glanum or simply taking it easy in the square with a cold bottle of rosé.
- Meals: Breakfast
After a final breakfast in St-Remy-de-Provence it’s time to say au revoir!
Trip extensions are available on request with extra nights in nearby Avignon or Marseille recommended.
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The Cycling
Terrain
The route is predominantly flat, with just one day taking you up a notable hill. Most of the riding is on small, quiet roads (approx. 70%), generally with low levels of traffic. Some heavier traffic is to be expected on the way in and out of Arles, but there are cycle lanes to make this a little easier. 20% of the route is on traffic-free cycle paths (in particular on the way into and out of Sr-Remy and Arles) and the other 10% sees you using cycle lanes.
We recommend a hybrid bike for this tour, however due to the nature of the terrain (mostly tarmac/asphalt and cycle lanes), a road bike would also be suitable.

Leisure Cycling Grade
Distances generally between 10-20 miles / 15-35 kms per day
For those looking for an accessible cycling trip
Manageable daily distances
Predominately flat terrain
Our grading guidelines have been carefully created based on our many years of cycling experience, as well as customer feedback from our trips. Of course, if you're still struggling to figure out where you fit on the scale, do feel free to give us a quick call and we'll be more than happy to help!
For more information about our grading system click here.
Is this suitable for you?
If you‘re new to cycling, or perhaps haven’t ridden your bike for a while, then the relaxed rides on our Grade 1 trips might be for you. Of course no route can be pancake flat the entire way, with some gentle slopes being inevitable, but if you‘re looking for short, daily distances on mostly flat terrain, (with plenty of time to go at your own pace and explore your destination), then these holidays would be a good place to start. We’d expect those on a Grade 1 trip to be able to ride their bike confidently and generally be fit and healthy.
Dates & Prices
Daily departures available from 01 Apr – 30 Oct.
2022 €1750 per person
2023 €1820 per person.
Please select the Hotel Upgrade supplement below when booking, if you would like to upgrade your hotel in Fontvieille (2 nights) to a 4* hotel.
Whats Included 
A) Accommodation (shared twin / double en suite rooms) in 3* hotels
B) Meals as per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
C) Welcome meeting
D) English speaking local representative (with welcome meeting)
E) Detailed route notes and maps (GPX files available on request)
F) Luggage transfers
What's not Included 
A) Bike rental (available if required)
B) Flights and charges for travelling with your bike (if applicable)
C) Meals not stated in the itinerary
D) Single room (available if required)
E) Travel insurance
F) Personal clothing and equipment
G) Personal expenditure (souvenirs, bar bills, hotel facilities etc)
H) Entrance fees to museums and other attractions en route
I) Travel to/from hotel on arrival and departure day
J) Local tourist taxes
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