Caprice
The Caprice offers a total of 11 cabins divided into 2 double cabins (bed 1,90m x 1,40m), 8 twin cabins (beds 1,90m x 0,80m) and 1 single cabin. The 7-8 m² cabins with 3 opening portholes are all air-conditioned and have an en-suite shower room. The air-conditioned lounge is comfortably
furnished with adjoining salon with nice bar. The total of 10 windows let in plenty of natural light. Here you will find free internet access. The sundeck with seats and fixed awning invites you to linger and enjoy beautiful hours on board.
Tour
Individual arrival to Aigues Mortes. The Montpellier, just over 30 km away, can be easily reached by plane. Ryanair, LH or Air France offer flights from many cities. In the afternoon, marvel at the medieval and totally preserved city walls of Aigues Mortes and explore the city on your own. Embarkation is possible from 6 pm.
During your cycle tour through the picturesque Camargue, you will pass idyllic canals, lagoons and charming villages before reaching the traditional towns of La Cailar, Marsillargues and Saint-Laurent-d'Aigouze, which are known for their centuries-old bull culture. In the afternoon, you will visit an organic winery, where you can taste exquisite wines and take in the impressive natural landscape of the Camargue. Surrounded by ponds, lagoons, dense reed beds and gentle dunes, you can enjoy the scents of warm sand, tamarisk and fragrant pine forests. In the evening you have the possibility to try the local food in one of the restaurants in Aigues-Mortes.
In the morning, the boat will take you to Franquevaux, where your bike tour to Arles begins. In Arles, a city with rich Roman ruins and numerous other cultural treasures awaits you. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to explore the historic old town of Arles and immerse yourself in the artistic atmosphere.
Today's route first takes you to the Alpilles, where the village of Les-Baux-de-Provence is located. From there, you will continue your journey to Saint Rémy de Provence, the birthplace of Nostradamus and the home of Van Gogh. Along the way, you will be accompanied by a picturesque landscape of limestone cliffs and olive trees. In the evening, you will arrive in the charming Provençal village of Vallabrègues on the banks of the Rhône.
Enjoy a beautiful bike ride to Barbentane, with its castle between the rivers Rhone and Durance. The further route takes you to the former Benedictine monastery of Saint Michel de Frigolet and the medieval castle in Boulbon. In the afternoon you travel by ship to Aramon, today's destination. From here you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Mont Ventoux, which is probably one of the most famous climbs in the course of the Tour de France.
Two highlights are waiting for you today. Look forward to the Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct bridge of impressive height. It is one of the most important surviving Roman bridge structures in the world. After a rewarding visit, you will cycle along splendid paths to the charming old town of Avignon, with its magnificent medieval houses and imposing ramparts. Marvel at the 14th-century Gothic Pope's Palace and the famous Pont St. Bénézet Bridge, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
On this day, you will reach the Île de la Barthelasse by crossing the other bank of the Rhône. There you will continue your bike tour in the typical garrigue landscape between vineyards and orchards. Before returning, visit Villeneuve Les Avignon, once known as the City of the Popes. In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to explore the historic center of Avignon and discover the rich history of this city.
After breakfast, your spectacular bike tour ends with disembarkation.
The planned route is always subject to possible changes due to nautical, meteorological or organisational reasons. If, for example, a route cannot be travelled due to low water, high water, bad weather or construction work, the captain reserves the right to change the route for your safety. This is not a legally valid reason for cancelling the trip free of charge. The same applies in the event of officially ordered lock or bridge repairs or in the event of engine or propulsion damage to the ship through no fault of the captain.
As your ship usually sails to the next harbour on the same day, your time frame for your own activities and sightseeing is limited. On some bridges, the clearance height is so low that the sun deck is closed for your safety.
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Prices / Dates
Services / Info
- 7 nights
- 7 breakfasts
- 6 homemade packed lunches
- 6 dinners
- Coffee and tea on board
- Still and sparkling water dispensers
- Ice dispenser
- Towels and bed linen
- Courtesy set with solid eco-soaps (hand soap, body soap and shampoo)
- Cabin cleaning and towel change once midweek
- Guided tour of Arles
- Some short walks
- Visit and wine tasting in a typical winery on day 2
- Oil tasting on day 6
- Digital tour information
- App with maps, route description, places of interest and GPS data
- Bicycle - helmet (please register)
- English-speaking tour guide/ international group
- Harbour fees
Below you will find specific information about the tour in the Provence and Camargue. If you have further questions about this trip, you simply call us: Phone: 06421 – 886890.
Arrival to Avignon or Aigues Mortes
You have access to Aigues Mortes and Avignon from the following airports by bus or taxi:
Montpellier Mediterranèe (MPL), Marseille Provence (MRS), Nîmes Garons (FNI), Lyon Saint Exupéry (LYS) and Avignon Caumont (AVN).
Guided or individual itinerary
On this tour you can decide spontaneously on board whether you want to cycle in a group or explore the region individually.
The group (international audience) is led by a trained, English speaking tour guide. If you choose an individual cycling day, you will receive a very detailed route description on board.
Condition of the bike paths
The route guidance is mainly on cycle paths and rural roads with low traffic. Short sections of the route will cycle on unpaved roads or on roads with more traffic if there is no route alternative available (for example, for entry / exit to larger cities). The routes are generally very flat, some days there are short, slightly more demanding climbs.
Available Rental Bikes
There are 27-speed unisex bikes available in different frame sizes. Each bike is equipped with a luggage bag, water bottle, bike computer and a lock. For each cabin you will receive (not in the group tour) in addition a repair kit and a handlebar bag / card holder. In addition, 9-speed electric bikes are available on request.
Own Bikes
The use of own bikes is not possible for this tour.
Back transfer to the starting point of the trip
Between Avignon and Aigues Mortes are few train connections (you have to change the train in Nîmes), duration 2 hours.
Ridesharing during the bike tours
Of course, in case of emergency, a support vehicle is available, which is also used for the daily excursions, if the guests do not want to cycle. Information and programs on excursion options are available on board; Excursions are not included in the tour price and are paid locally.
Cycling in France
Cyclists are required to wear a striking dress code in France. Since October 1, 2008, you must wear a reflective reflective vest at night outside of places, as well as on days with poor visibility. Otherwise, you face a fine of up to 35 euros.
Extra costs which are not included in the tour price
One dinner in Aigues-Mortes, drinks on board as well as the entrance fees to museums are not included and payable locally.
7 day hotline service
Just in case the bike chain breaks, flooding makes it impossible to continue your tour or any other nasty surprise: You can reach us seven days a week and we will do anything to help you as fast as possible.
Passport and visa requirements
For EU citizens, there are no special passport or visa requirements and no health formalities to be considered for this trip.
Travel insurance
The tour price already includes the statutory insolvency insurance. In addition, we recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance upon receipt of your travel confirmation in order to protect yourself against financial disadvantages in the event of travel cancellation, interruption of travel, illness or accident.
Velociped can withdraw from the tour twenty-one days before the starting date of the tour, at the latest, in case the minimum number of participants stated under the tour description is not attained. You will duly be informed without any delay in case of a withdrawal. Velociped will of course refund the paid tour price immediately. Please note our General Terms and Conditions.
I will be happy to help you plan your trip
Nicole Janke