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          Bike & barge tours in Europe

          Tour some of the world's most spectacular waterways on a bike and boat tour. From the gorgeous rivers of rural Provence and the famous waterways of Venice, our hugely popular bike and barge tours offer the perfect travel combination for a relaxed cycling vacation.

          Each barge has been specially designed with comfortable cabins, a restaurant and communal spaces to enjoy the company of your fellow cyclists.

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          Italy

          Venetian Waterways (Mantova to Venice)

          Bike and Barge Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $2,910 P.P.
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          Venetian Waterways (Mantova to Venice)

          Bike and Barge Tour

          E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

          This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          29/08/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          05/09/2026$2,910.00
          05/09/2026 Ave Maria
          Fully Booked
          12/09/2026$3,765.00
          12/09/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          19/09/2026$2,910.00
          19/09/2026 Ave Maria
          Fully Booked
          26/09/2026$3,765.00
          26/09/2026 Vita Pugna03/10/2026$2,910.00
          03/10/2026 Ave Maria
          Fully Booked
          10/10/2026$3,765.00
          10/10/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          17/10/2026$2,910.00
          17/10/2026 Ave Maria24/10/2026$3,235.00
          • Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
          • Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
          • Spending the day discovering Mantova and its historic centre; a Renaissance jewel
          • Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
          • Experiencing the fishing valleys of the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
          • Finishing your trip in beautiful Venice
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          Bike and Boat
          Italy

          Venetian Waterways (Venice to Mantova)

          Bike and Barge Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $2,565 P.P.
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          Venetian Waterways (Venice to Mantova)

          Bike and Barge Tour

          E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

          This tour is well-suited to both regular bikes and pedal assist e-bikes, and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          29/08/2026 Ave Maria05/09/2026$3,765.00
          05/09/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          12/09/2026$2,910.00
          12/09/2026 Ave Maria
          Fully Booked
          19/09/2026$3,765.00
          19/09/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          26/09/2026$2,910.00
          26/09/2026 Ave Maria
          Fully Booked
          03/10/2026$3,765.00
          03/10/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          10/10/2026$2,910.00
          10/10/2026 Ave Maria17/10/2026$3,765.00
          17/10/2026 Vita Pugna
          Fully Booked
          24/10/2026$2,565.00
          24/10/2026 Ave Maria31/10/2026$3,235.00
          • Cycling through some of Northern Italy’s most enticing cities
          • Staying on board the modern, bright and spacious Ave Maria or the traditional Vita Pugna
          • Exploring the beautiful city of Venice
          • Riding alongside the River Po, the longest river in Italy
          • Experiencing the fishing valleys of the Po Delta, one of Europe’s largest wetlands
          • Spending the day discovering Mantova and its historic centre; a Renaissance jewel
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          Bike and Boat
          Bike and Boat
          France

          Provence - Avignon to Aigues-Mortes

          Bike and Barge Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $3,095 P.P.
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          Provence - Avignon to Aigues-Mortes

          Bike and Barge Tour

          E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

          This tour is well-suited to both normal bikes and pedal assist e-bikes and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          05/09/2026
          Fully Booked
          12/09/2026$3,095.00
          19/09/2026
          Fully Booked
          26/09/2026$3,095.00
          03/10/2026
          Fully Booked
          10/10/2026$3,095.00
          17/10/2026
          Fully Booked
          24/10/2026$3,095.00
          • Cycling through the Camargue – famous for flamingos and wild horses
          • Winding your way through Provencal villages
          • Visiting Pont du Gard, the highest Roman aqueduct and a UNESCO Heritage site
          • Exploring scenic Avignon, city of the Popes
          • Cycling past the magnificent abbey of Saint Michel de Frigolet
          • Staying on board a charming, comfortable barge
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          Bike and Boat
          Bike and Boat
          France

          Provence - Aigues-Mortes to Avignon

          Bike and Boat Tour

          Duration

          8 days

          Prices from

          $2,735 P.P.
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          Provence - Aigues-Mortes to Avignon

          Bike and Boat Tour

          E-BIKE HIRE AVAILABLE

          This tour is well-suited to both normal bikes and pedal assist e-bikes and you can choose to hire either when you book your tour with us. Confident cyclists will enjoy the boost from a battery for those cheeky climbs, and with less effort required on the bike, you’ll have more energy at the end of the day for off-the-bike activities.

          Start DateEnd DatePrice p.p.
          29/08/2026
          Fully Booked
          05/09/2026$3,095.00
          12/09/2026
          Fully Booked
          19/09/2026$3,095.00
          26/09/2026
          Fully Booked
          03/10/2026$3,095.00
          10/10/202617/10/2026$3,095.00
          24/10/202631/10/2026$2,735.00
          • Cycling through the Camargue – famous for flamingos and wild horses
          • Gently riding through Provencal villages
          • Visiting Pont du Gard, the highest Roman aqueduct and a UNESCO Heritage site
          • Exploring scenic Avignon, city of the Popes
          • Cycling past the magnificent abbey of Saint Michel de Frigulet
          • Staying on board a charming, comfortable barge
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          Not sure which trip's right for you? Just ask!

          Get in touch and we'll help you find your perfect trip.

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          Everything about the Skedaddle operation was spot-on, great attention to detail both before and during the trip. I was impressed by all things on the trip, quality of food, route briefings, accommodation, maps. I could go on!
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          On 10+ trips with Skedaddle they have always delivered great trips and service. You get what you pay for and Skedaddle are very good at providing well run cycling holidays.
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          5 best end to end cycle routes 

          There is something undeniably special about cycling the full length of a country. More than just a cycling holiday, these epic journeys allow you to experience a destination in a way few travellers ever do, watching landscapes and cultures change day by day from the saddle. For Skedaddle Travel Consultant Kerry Ashberry, our Iconic Journeys ...

          Kerry Ashberry
          August 21, 2026
          Cyclists riding over medieval bridge of medieval bridge in France from St Malo to Nice

          St Malo to Nice: The must-do electric bike tour in France

          Since it was first created by Skedaddle guides Hannah Reynolds and John Walsh over 15 years ago, our St Malo to Nice adventure has gone on to become one of our most popular Iconic Journeys.  For years, this epic French odyssey has wowed road cyclists on our ever popular 15-and 20-day tours. Now, for 2027, we’re excited to make this ...

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          August 20, 2026
          View of the Col d'Allos mountain pass in the French Alps

          Customer Story: Cycling Mont Ventoux and Alpe d’Huez

          After a long hiatus, Paul rejoined us on a Skedaddle tour in the French Alps to conquer classic climbs, including cycling Mont Ventoux. Discover his highlights of this epic road cycling trip below. If there was a prize for the longest gap between Saddle Skedaddle holidays, I might just walk away with it. In the ...

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          August 3, 2026

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