Provence Backroads

What's Included

• Accommodation
  7 nights in 2 and 3 star hotels

• 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners – breakfasts are continental style and generally consist of croissants, breads, jams, cheese, yoghurt, coffee, tea and juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses which usually include some regional specialties. There are usually, but

• Dinners are based on the basic set menu available at the restaurant. These are usually of a high standard and often reflective of the local cuisine. However, it is usually possible to upgrade to the a-la-carte menu or a more superior set menu for an addit

• 7 nights in 2 and 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities.

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

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

• 21 or 24 speed bike rental with helmet, panniers, pump, repair kit and lock (electric bike available on request - supplement applies). Child bikes are also available on request

• Tourist tax

• Emergency hotline

• Travel to and from Barbentane/Graveson

• 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 not listed as included

• Transfers not listed as included

• Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage

• Excess luggage

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

• 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.

• Items of a personal nature

What's Not Included

• Lunches, dinner (in Tarascon, Arles and St Remy) & drinks

• Entrance fees

• Tour guide – this is a self guided cycling trip

• Transfers

• Paper documents supplied locally, request at time of booking, supplement applies

• We recommend bringing a handlebar phone holder - to follow the route using the navigational app

• Optional: Paper documents supplied locally, request at time of booking, supplement applies

Accommodation

7 nights in 2 and 3 star hotels
During the trip you will be accommodated in family run 2 and 3 star hotels. Room sizes will vary between hotels, and often within hotels. 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.

Grading

INTRODUCTORY – GRADE 1
Daily cycles are a leisurely 21 to 28km / 13 to 17.5mi on undulating to sometimes mountainous terrain (the ride to Les Baux is steep but short). The cycling is on a combination of low traffic side roads with some crossings and short stints on higher traffic roads required. The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. You will need a reasonable level of fitness to participate fully in this adventure. This trip is suitable for beginners and children (electric bikes, children’s bikes and trailers 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.