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Arrive and transfer to hotel in Arles
After bike fitting, we cycle first to Saint Gilles and then on small back-roads into the lowlands of the Camargue, part of the ride following the Petite Rhone. After a ferry crossing we get to the quaint seaside town of Les Saintes Maries de la Mer where there is time for a swim and to enjoy the surroundings. Back to Arles in local bus. (55km cycling)
We cycle through small hamlets and olive groves before reaching the foot of Les Alpilles mountain. A short uphill section brings us to the fascinating village of Le Baux which we can visit. Later we stop for coffee in the typical Provençal town of Saint Remy before cycling back to Arles. (65km cycling)
Today is left free for your own excursions, e.g. to nearby Avignon or to see Pont du Gard.
We drive past Cavaillon and start cycling in the small hamlet of Oppede le Vieux. Passing through vineyards and lovely villages such as Menerbes, Lacoste and Bonnieux we get a great introduction to the Luberon. Eventually, we reach our rural hotel near Apt, nestling in the countryside amidst lavender fields. (28km cycling)
We cycle from the hotel to Rustrel where we get an idea about the ancient trade of ochre pigments excavated in local mines. Then continue via Sant Saturnin through vineyards to Rousillion, one of the prettiest villages in the region. Time for a coffee here before we head back to the hotel. (43km cycling)
We ride through the rolling hills of the Luberon before reaching the spectacular setting at Gordes. After a stroll through the narrow streets, we continue to Senanque, the most famous abbey in the region. Then continue to Fountaine du Vaucluse and L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue where we get picked up by bus. (43km cycling)
Tour ends, transfer to the airport.
