From the Provence of the Popes to the Luberon – Self-guided
Duration: 8 days and 7 nights
Starting from
per person
Duration
14 nights
Level
2 - Easy - hilly - 40 to 70 km
Travel along the ViaRhôna between Aix-les-Bains and Le Grau-du-Roi for an unforgettable cycling adventure. Start your adventure between lake and mountains, then follow the shores of Lake Bourget. The bike path guides you through picturesque vineyards and charming villages. As you descend into the Rhône Valley, the landscape changes, giving way to lavender fields and orchards.
During your visit to Avignon, admire the majestic Palais des Papes and stroll through the famous Jardin des Dômes. Make the most of your day in Montélimar to sample their famous nougat: guaranteed pleasure! End your journey in Le Grau-du-Roi, not far from Aigues-Mortes, a medieval city with impressive ramparts, where history blends with natural splendor. A cycling adventure rich in diversity and wonder.
air transportation of the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle with Air Transat;
transfer between the airport and the hotel, at the destination, on arrival and departure;
14 nights in a two- to four-star hotel, double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
air transportation of the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle with Air Transat;
transfer between the airport and the hotel, at the destination, on arrival and departure;
14 nights in a two- to four-star hotel, double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
equipment, such as bicycles
Travel and cancellation insurance
the protection provided by the Travel Agents Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which is $1 per $1,000 and its applicable discount.
equipment, such as bicycles
Travel and cancellation insurance
the protection provided by the Travel Agents Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which is $1 per $1,000 and its applicable discount.
Montreal-Trudeau/Lyon
Marseille/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 2+
Moderate difficulty route: Easy, hilly; 40 to 70 km.
Recommended tire size: 700 x 28
Montreal-Trudeau/Lyon
Marseille/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 2+
Moderate difficulty route: Easy, hilly; 40 to 70 km.
Recommended tire size: 700 x 28
Discover the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the necessary information.
Day 1
Arrival at Lyon airport and transfer to Aix-les-Bains (1 hour).
Day 2
Free day or loop via Le Biollay, Le Mollard, Le Châtelard, Tresserve (35 km).
Day 3
Aix-les-Bains, Chindrieux, Chanaz, Belley, Leschaux, Champagneux (55 km).
Day 4
Champagneux, La Bruyère, Évieu, Grand Gouvoux, Creys-Mépieu, Pusignieu, Mépieu, Montalieu, Sault Brénaz, Lagnieu, Ste-Julie, Chazeysur-Ain, Maximieux, Pérouges (70 km).
Day 5
Pérouges, Charnoz-sur-Ain, St-Jean-de-Niost, Loyette, Chavanoz, Anthon, Villette d’Anthon, Jonage, Meyzieu, Lyon (63 km).
Day 6
Free day
Day 7
Lyon, Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, Pierre-Bénite, Solaize, Sérézin-du-Rhône, Communay, Vienne, Ampuis, Condrieu (31 miles).
Day 8
Condrieu, Chavanay, St-Pierre-de-Bœuf, Serrières-Sablons, Saint-Rambert-d’Albon, Andancette, Sarras, Arras-sur-Rhône, St-Jean-de-Muzols, Tournon-sur-Rhône, La-Roche-de-Glun, Valence (79 km).
Day 9
Valence, Charmes-sur-Rhône, Beauchastel, La Voulte-sur-Rhône, Le Pouzin, Cruas, Rochemaure, Montélimar (41 miles).
Day 10
Option 1: Montélimar, Châteauneuf-du-Rhône, Bourg-St-Andéol, Lapalud, Montdragon, Mornas, Piolenc, Sérignan-du-Comtat, Orange (75 km).
Option 2: Montélimar, Châteauneuf-du-Rhône, Bourg-St-Andéol, Lapalud, Montdragon, Mornas, Caderousse, Orange (79 km).
Day 11
Spring: Orange, Caderousse, Avignon, Les Angles, Aramon, Monfrin, Meynes, Redessan, Manduel, Rodihan, Nîmes. (83 km).
Fall:
Short: Orange, Caderousse, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Avignon (22 miles)
Long: Orange, Camaret-sur-Aigues, Violès, Gigondas, Jonquières, Courthézon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Avignon (38 miles).
Day 12
Spring: Free day or loop via Russan, Aubarne, Sanihac-Sagriès, Collias, Pont-du-Gard, St-Bonnet-du-Gard, Lédenon, Cabrières, Poulx. (67 km)
Fall: Free day
Day 13
Spring: Nîmes, Millaud, Uchaud, Calvisson, Congénies, Aubais, Villetelle, Saturargues, Lunel-Viel, Mauguio, Montpellier (63 km)
Fall: Avignon, Les Angles, Aramon, Théziers, Fournès, Remoulins, Pont-du-Gard, Collias, Cabrières, Poulx, Courbessac, Nîmes (40 miles)
Day 14
Spring: Free day or loop via Port Ariane, Palavas-les-Flots, Maguelone Cathedral, Carnon, Pérols. (27 miles)
Fall: Nîmes, Millaud, Uchaud, Calvisson, Congénies, Aubais, Villetelle, Saturargues, Lunel-Viel, Mauguio, Montpellier (63 km)
Day 15
Transfer from Le Grau-du-Roi to Marseille Airport (1 hour 45 minutes) and return to Montreal.
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