Provence Epicure (7-days) Self guided

Overview

Breath-taking sights of the Mont Ventoux or the lovely hills of the Vaucluse with the famous wine-growing area Cote du Rhone. Idyllic villages on the way and singular sights render this tour to a longlasting memory. Discover the very original and enjoying side of the Provence. You will get enthusiastic about this diverse cycletour. The tours lead through the varying landscapes of Provence. The route is planned to lead almost always on side streets with low traffic. This is an easy and diverting tour with only short simple ascents. Therefore this tour suites for beginners or persons with low a training level. 6 overnights in 2* and 3* quality accommodation (3* and 4* available upon request) Breakfast buffet or extended breakfast Personal welcome tour briefing (German, English) Detailed travel documents, route cards, route description, sight-seeing, telephone numbers (German, English, French) At best elaborated route Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel GPS-Tracks on request available Rental bike insurance 7 day service hotline Underground car park near your hotel, about 10 EUR per day. A reservation is not possible. Fly to Marseille. Take the train (TGV) from Marseille airport to the main train station in Orange. Good rail connection to Orange, Duration approx. 1,5h. Arrival by train to Orange (TGV station); the starting hotel is situated about 1 km from the train station. Extra night in Orange: From 85 EUR p.p (double room) + 78 EUR (single) This tour is not suitable for people with reduced mobility Each bike will be provided with a saddlebags. You can take your own bikes on our tour, but keep in mind that our bikes are optimally provided for the conditions of the routes and we include a bike insurance. Departures Saturdays from March to October If you would like to rent a 7-21 gear bike (95 EUR), 30 gear bike (165 EUR) or E-Bike (249 EUR), please contact[[email protected] ](</cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#ff8c9e939a8cbf8c9390888b908a8d8cd19c9092>) Orange is a city with marvellous buildings dating back to the Romans. The spectacular theatre and the triumph arc are historic witnesses of this epoch. The old town breathes the charm of the Provence with its small shops and cafés. One overnight in Orange After breakfast start to the first roundtrip to the world wide famous wine-growing town. Chateau-neuf-du-Pape. Here one of the most full bodied red wines of Provence is grown. The vineyards were cultivated by the popes, who had their second residence in the region. Via Courthezon (medieval fortress) today's tour leads back to Orange. Further night in Orange In full view of the mighty mountain Mont Ventoux you cycle through the vineyards of the Cote du Rhone to the historical town Vaison-la-Romaine, with many antiques. Especially worth visiting are the ruins of the old Roman town as well as the Roman church Notre Dame de Nazareth. One overnight in Vaison-la-Romaine On Tuesday there is a wonderful market during the morning. Explore the market of Vaison- la-Romaine and enjoy the culinary variety of the region. In the afternoon you have enough time to cycle a short round trip to the typical small villages with medieval architecture. Further night in Vaison-la-Romaine You cycle to Sablet and Gigondas. Both villages are really well-known for the vine-culture. Afterwards you cycle to Carpentras – best-known for strawberries and Berlingots (sweet candy). Today you will see the famous spring Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, one of the most spectacular nature monuments of France. On small roads you cycle to the small town L ́Isle- sur-la-Sorgue. For a long time the regional artisans used the water power of the small river Sorgue. Little water-wheels, the plane trees on the banks and numerous antique shops invite for a little stroll. One overnight in L ́Isle-sur-la-Sorgue We follow the valley of the branching river Sorgue. On the way you have the opportunity to visit the grotto of Thouzon, the only public accessible stalactite cavern of the Provence. Along the Durance and on tranquil roads you reach the centre of Avignon. Take the opportunity of an idyllic stroll through the old town and visit the Popes palace. One overnight in Avignon On small roads along the Rhone you leave Avignon and you reach Orange around noon. Individual Departure. If you would like to drive yourself before or after your tour, ask us for a quote on any brand new Renault, Peugeot or Citroen vehicle for driving in Europe. Pick up your vehicle from most capital cities in Europe and return it to your drop off destination. Top insurance cover. Email [[email protected]](</cdn-cgi/l/email-protection>) for a competitive quote Local language barriers. Lost passport. Unexpected medical expenses. Sometimes, our trips don’t go as planned. That’s why Slow Tours Pty Ltd wants you to have the most robust travel advisory and protection for your vacation. Ask us for a quote [[email protected]](</cdn-cgi/l/email-protection>)

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