From the Provence of the Popes to the Luberon – Self-guided
Duration: 8 days and 7 nights
Starting at
per person
Duration
14 nights
Level
2 - Easy - hilly - 40 to 70 km
Explore the ViaRhôna between Aix-les-Bains and Le Grau-du-Roi for an unforgettable cycling adventure. Start your adventure between the lake and the mountains, then follow the shores of Lake Bourget. The bike path takes you through picturesque vineyards and charming villages. As you descend toward the Rhône Valley, the scenery changes, giving way to fields of lavender and orchards.
While in Avignon, take in 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: a guaranteed treat! End your journey in Le Grau-du-Roi, not far from Aigues-Mortes, a medieval town with impressive ramparts where history blends with natural splendor. A cycling adventure rich in diversity and wonder.
air travel for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle with Air Transat;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
14 nights in a two- to four-star hotel, based on double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
air travel for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle with Air Transat;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
14 nights in a two- to four-star hotel, based on double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
equipment, such as a bicycle
Travel and Cancellation Insurance
coverage under the Travel Agent Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which amounts to $1 per $1,000 and includes the applicable discount.
equipment, such as a bicycle
Travel and Cancellation Insurance
coverage under the Travel Agent Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which amounts to $1 per $1,000 and includes the 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, rolling terrain; 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, rolling terrain; 40 to 70 km.
Recommended tire size: 700 x 28
Check out the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the information you need.
Day 1
Arrival at Lyon Airport and transfer to Aix-les-Bains (1 hour).
Day 2
A day off or a loop via Le Biollay, Le Mollard, Le Châtelard, and 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, Sainte-Julie, Chazé-sur-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
Day off
Day 7
Lyon, Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, Pierre-Bénite, Solaize, Sérézin-du-Rhône, Communay, Vienne, Ampuis, Condrieu (50 km).
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 (66 km).
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:
Nearby: Orange, Caderousse, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Avignon (35 km)
North: Orange, Camaret-sur-Aigues, Violès, Gigondas, Jonquières, Courthézon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Avignon (61 km).
Day 12
Spring: Day off or loop via Russan, Aubarne, Sanihac-Sagriès, Collias, Pont-du-Gard, St-Bonnet-du-Gard, Lédenon, Cabrières, Poulx. (67 km)
Fall: Day off
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, Le Pont-du-Gard, Collias, Cabrières, Poulx, Courbessac, Nîmes (65 km)
Day 14
Spring: Rest day or loop via Port Ariane, Palavas-les-Flots, Maguelone Cathedral, Carnon, and Pérols. (43 km)
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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