Provence by Bike: Villages, History, and Wine

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Discover the picturesque villages, historical sites, and exquisite wine areas of inland Provence on this 7-day self-guided cycling holiday. The Provence by Bike: Villages, History, and Wine tour will show you the best of Provence as you find yourself immersed in its authentic villages and old-world charm. Fabulous cycling routes will have you navigating the backroads of the French countryside, cruising your way from one historical site to the next, enjoying the sights, sounds, and fantastic gastronomy along the way. Setting out from either Graveson or Barbentane, you'll ride into the foothills of the Alpilles, taking in the splendour of the mighty mountain range as you cruise to the medieval fortified town of Tarascon. Then, riding north, you'll press on to the former Gallo-Roman city of Arles, stopping for lunch in one of the pretty villages that dot your route on the way. Up next, you'll explore beautiful Les-Baux-de-Provence and finally Saint- Rémy -de-Provence, made famous by Van Gogh's time spent in an asylum here and the profound effect this had on his last works. Discover the castle where the former King of Provence once laid his head at the opulent Château de Tarascon. Delight in the sumptuous wine and produce of the Cotes du Rhone and greater Provence, enjoying heavenly gastronomic experiences at every stop on the tour. Pedal ancient Roman roads, discovering fascinating relics of ramparts that pepper your path. This region's historical charm is second to none, and there's no better way to explore it than on foot and by bike. Book your spot on the Provence by Bike: Villages, History and Wine tour and discover a truly authentic France. Pedal quiet backroads between charming French villages as you explore inland Provence by bike. Discover fascinating historic relics dating back to Roman times in a region abounding with history. Navigate ancient Roman roads through vineyards, olive groves, churches, and medieval fortresses. Hop off your bike to explore Tarascon, Arles, Les-Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy de-Provence, and more. We know Adventure. 10Adventures only does Hiking, Cycling and Adventure Holidays. Its our mission to help you explore the world! We’re here to help! Ask us a question about this tour. It's easy to see why your next 10Adventures experience will be the trip of a lifetime: We're Canadian. Book with a Canadian company whose mission is to help you travel the world. Packed with Inclusions: Accommodations, luggage transfers, gear rentals, and more - all taken care of so you can focus on making memories. World Class Support: Have peace of mind for when travel plans change with our hassle-free booking process and unbeatable support.

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