Highlights of Provence by Bike

What's Included

• Accommodation
  7 nights in 2 to 3 star hotels

• 7 breakfasts – continental style and generally consist of croissants, breads, jams, cheese, yoghurt, coffee, tea and juices

• 7 nights in 2-3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities (upgrade to 3-4 star comfort hotels - supplement applies)

• Digital information pack including smartphone app with maps, roadbook and GPS Tracks

• 7 or 21 speed bike with pannier & helmet (electric bike available on request - supplement applies)

• Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess

• Tourist tax

• Emergency hotline

• Travel to and from Orange

• Meals not listed as included, drinks

• Travel insurance

• Guide – this is a self guided cycling holiday

• A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room

• Entrance fees

• Transfers not listed as included

• Excess luggage

• Handlebar phone holder – we recommend bringing your own to follow the route more easily using the app

• Items of a personal nature

• Printed documents are available - additional cost applies. Must be requested and will be provided locally at the joining hotel. Please ask our consultant for details.

What's Not Included

• Drinks, dinners & lunches

• Tour guide – this is a self guided cycling trip

• Transfers

• Helmets

• We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder – to follow the route more easily using the app

Accommodation

7 nights in 2 to 3 star hotels
During the trip you will be accommodated in family run 2 to 3 star hotels. Room sizes will vary between accommodations, and often within them. Rooms are simply furnished often with an eclectic mix of furnishings. They have been chosen for their location and local charm and are often a highlight of the trip. There is an option to upgrade to 3 to 4 star hotels - a supplement applies.

Grading

INTRODUCTORY TO MODERATE – GRADE 2
The cycling is introductory to moderate grade with daily cycling distances from 45 to 55km/28 to 34mi. You will cycle mostly on small side roads with low traffic and asphalted paths. The route is easy and varied, with a few small ascents in the hilly landscapes of the Garrigue and the Alpilles. The trip is considered suitable for beginners who have a reasonable to good level of fitness. The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos, visit a museum or enjoy the market places in many of the interesting towns visited. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list.
Electric bikes are available on request.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.