Self-Guided Cycling Holidays in Provence: Wine & History

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Region
Provence
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

This self-guided tour takes you through rolling vineyards, medieval towns, and sun-drenched olive groves, with quiet roads leading to France’s finest wines and most stunning historical sites. Start in Avignon, weave through Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s world-famous vineyards, and ride beneath the Roman marvel of Pont du Gard. The pace is yours to set—whether it’s a leisurely pedal past lavender fields or a climb into the Alpilles for breathtaking views. With charming stays, rich flavors, and picture-perfect scenery, this ride is all about savoring the good life on two wheels. You will be staying at cozy 2-star hotels and comfy B&Bs.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Avignon and the famous Pope's palace

Avignon and the famous Pope's palace

Day 2: Châteauneuf du Pape wine village

27 km 100 m

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Châteauneuf du Pape wine village

Day 3: Loop ride options

17 km 300 m

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Loop ride options

Day 4: Towards Uzes

45 km 400 m

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Towards Uzes

Day 5: St Quentin la Poterie

33 km 250 m

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St Quentin la Poterie

Day 6: Pont du Gard

44 km 250 m

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Pont du Gard

Day 7: Olive groves and vineyards

28 km 0 m

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Olive groves and vineyards

Day 8: End in Arles

End in Arles

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Provence

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