France: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux & Avignon
Cycle along the Alpilles mountains during one of the most glorious bike trips in Provence, France, passing river valleys, Renaissance villages, and Roman architecture.
Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 11 - 41|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hr|
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$4,745
7-day Bike Tour Only
$3,545
Per person, double occupancy

France: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux & Avignon
Sprawling vineyards, river valleys, and alpine vistas… this picturesque route reveals the best of the region. Roll into Les Baux-de-Provence, a charming village set atop majestic bluffs. Trace the Durance and Rhône rivers along the Alpilles, pausing to wander cobblestone streets in Renaissance towns. Enjoy a spectacular visual and musical production at Carrières de Lumières, whose shows are set in an abandoned limestone quarry. Cycle through the gentle countryside that inspired Vincent van Gogh’s paintings and meet a local historian at the Saint-Paul Asylum, where the artist admitted himself. Stroll the Pont du Gard, an astonishing ancient aqueduct and impressive reflection of Roman architectural engineering. Feast along the way, indulge in wine tastings, home-hosted meals, and gourmet picnics. Discover why this tour surpasses all other bike trips in Provence, France.What to Expect
This tour offers a combination of easy terrain mixed with moderate hills and is suitable for novice cyclists and ideal for experienced cyclists. Our VBT support shuttle is always available for those who would like assistance with the hills.
- Daily Mileage: 11 - 41|
- Biking: 2 - 5 hr|
- Group Size: 22
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Arles, the Camargue, and the Alpilles from the village of Les Baux.
- Delve into the imagination of artist Vincent van Gogh on a private guided tour.
- Treat your taste buds to authentic Provençal cuisine in the home of a noted pastry chef.
- Roll through pastoral landscapes of olive groves, vineyards, farms, and villages, set against the lofty Alpilles.
- Discover the Abbaye St. Michel de Frigolet, a 12th-century monastery.
- Stride across the Pont du Gard, the magnificent, UNESCO-cited Roman aqueduct.
- Taste the delicious wines that have made the village of Lirac famous.
- Join a local guide on a tour of Avignon, the “City of the Popes.”
- Prepare to be dazzled by a spectacular multimedia production at Carrières de Lumières.
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr67º/45º
May74º/51º
Jun82º/58º
Jul87º/61º
Aug87º/60º
Sep78º/57º
Oct68º/49º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr2.1 in
May2.5 in
Jun1.7 in
Jul1.3 in
Aug1.8 in
Sep2.6 in
Oct3.3 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Transfers to and from international airport | ||
One night in Aix-en-Provence and one night in Paris in conveniently located hotels with breakfasts included | ||
6 nights in 4-star French hotels | ||
11 meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners |

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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Vehicle Support
Luggage Transfers
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2021 Pre-Trip Extension - Aix-en-Provence
2 Nights From $295 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $245
- 2 nights at the Hotel Aquabella
- Daily breakfast
- City Information
- Airport transfers
Depart home for France. The particulars of your arrival overseas are detailed with your flight itinerary.
Upon arrival at Marseille (MRS) Airport, claim your luggage and clear customs. If your luggage is lost, fill in a PIR form before leaving the customs area; VBT representatives are not allowed into the customs area. Make sure that your VBT luggage tags are attached to your bags. This helps the representative identify you.
After exiting customs, enter the arrival hall and look for your VBT representative or driver, who will be holding a VBT sign. Your representative will welcome you to France and arrange for your transfer via taxi or van to your Aix-en-Provence hotel (approximately 45 minutes, depending on traffic). Important: If you are delayed in meeting your VBT representative at the Marseille Airport, please proceed to the Information Desk in your arrival terminal (either A or B) and call 04 42 93 01 44 (number from within France). Outside of France, call +33 442 93 01 44.
VBT provides you with City Information that includes recommendations for what to see and do in Aix-en-Provence.
Use the rest of the day to relax or begin exploring the city.
Accommodation: Hotel Aquabella, Aix-en-Provence
After breakfast, spend the day exploring this intriguing city on your own. As you begin your day, perhaps visit some of the museums, such as the Musée Granet or the Musée des Tapisseries. Aix is known as the “City of a Thousand Fountains,” and you’ll discover why when you stroll to the Old Town along the Cours Mirabeau, where most of them flow and cascade.
Discover the architectural and cultural treasures of Aix-en-Provence simply by walking around this beautiful town. Some of the smallest streets of the ancient Roman town have kept their evocative names, offering a glimpse into the city’s 2,000-year-old past. Dine on typical fare prepared with fragrant herbes de Provence from the hillsides, listen to the soft murmur of ancient fountains, take in the bright colors and flavors in the markets, or linger with locals on crowded café terraces. Or you might venture into the countryside to experience the beauty of Aix landscapes immortalized by the city’s most famous native son, painter Paul Cézanne.
Accommodation: Hotel Aquabella, Aix-en-Provence
Included Meals: Breakfast
Take another day to discover Aix-en-Provence.
VBT Air Package guests arrive throughout the day.
Accommodation: Hotel Aquabella, Aix-en-Provence
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2021 Post-Trip Extension - Paris
2 Nights From $345 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $345
- 2 nights at the Hotel Rochester
- Daily breakfast
- City Information
- Airport transfers
Today, see for yourself why this city has inspired poets, lovers, emperors, and artists for centuries. Visit Montmartre and its charming cafés and artists’ colony, along with the Moulin Rouge, made famous by Toulouse-Lautrec in his vivid and colorful artwork. Make a stop at the Eiffel Tower or one of the magnificent museums, such as the Musée Picasso or the Musée d’Orsay. Take a stroll through the Tuileries Gardens on your way to the Louvre. You can walk to many of the major sights from your centrally located hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Rochester, Paris
Included Meals: Breakfast
Take another day to discover the incomparable treasures of the “City of Light.”
Accommodation: Hotel Rochester, Paris
Included Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast*, transfer to the Paris Charles de Gaulle airport for your flight home**. Please ensure that you are waiting in the hotel reception area at the designated time.
*Please note: For guests with early-morning departures, breakfast at the hotel may not be available. Please check with the front desk to verify the times that breakfast is served.
** VBT transfer times and departure points are finalized in advance and cannot be modified for individual guests. If you extend your stay beyond the scheduled program dates, return transportation to the airport will be at your own expense.
Included Meals: Breakfast

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