Cycling the Mediterranean from Avignon – €700 per person

Description

An enchanting bike journey from Avignon to Sète, passing through Beaucaire and Aigues-Mortes, takes you through the gems of southern France. Begin in Avignon, a city of art and history, then pedal through the Provençal landscapes to Beaucaire, with its river charm. Explore the wild Camargue on the way to Aigues-Mortes, a fortified medieval city. Conclude your adventure in Sète, the Venice of Languedoc, where culture, gastronomy, and Mediterranean views intertwine. An unforgettable journey combining sport, culture, and natural beauty.

Itinerary
Day 1
Avignon -> Beaucaire // 40 km // 100m positive elevation
Leave the beautiful Avignon and enter Gard via the ViaRhôna. Follow the Rhône on a shaded path, passing under the Pont du Royaume. Traverse vineyards and orchards after Aramon, then follow the greenway of Pont du Gard to Beaucaire, a charming town where art and history meet the influences of Languedoc and Provence.

Day 2
Beaucaire -> Aigues-Mortes // 46 km // 40m positive elevation
From Beaucaire to Saint-Gilles, follow a route that meanders through the emerging Camargue, between fields and irrigation canals. Explore the medieval center of Saint-Gilles before entering Camargue Gardoise. Follow the towpaths of the Rhône to Sète canal, admiring the unique fauna and flora, until Aigues-Mortes, a fortified town surrounded by marshes, vineyards, and salt pans. Explore the loops around Gallician to discover local vineyards and marshes.

Day 3
Aigues-Mortes -> Sète // 64 km // 160m positive elevation
This stage takes you towards the Mediterranean Sea. Follow the Rhône to Sète canal between Aigues-Mortes and Le Grau du Roi, then along the Mediterranean beaches. Cross La Grande Motte and the lido between the sea and salt ponds, to the Palavas-les-Flots lighthouse, not far from Montpellier. Enjoy the beaches and discover the Maguelone Cathedral, with a view of the Gardiole massif. savor shellfish and Frontignan muscat as a final reward.

Day 4
Loop around the Etang de Thau // 55 km // 200m positive elevation
Complete your adventure by circling the Etang de Thau, a picturesque highlight to this cycling epic.”

Informations :

Electric bike rental (delivered on departure and arrival, in both cases in Avignon) : 210€/bike
Muscle bike rental (delivered on departure and arrival, both in Avignon) : 145€/bike
Rental of an over-saddle to avoid sore buttocks : free of charge
Travel insurance (cancellation, repatriation, etc.) : rates on request
Train tickets to get to the departure point before the trip and/or back home after the trip : price on request
Garmin GPS rental : 50€/GPS
External battery rental for phones : 20€/battery
Phone holder rental : 15€/support.

Price

• 2 persons : 1400,00 (700/person)
• 3 persons : 2640,00 (880/person)
• 4 persons : 2800,00 (700/person)
• 5 persons : 3950,00 (790/person)
• 6 persons : 4080,00 (680/person)

Accommodation

Rates based on 2 people sleeping in each room, standard or comfort rooms, and 2 people sharing the same luggage. For example, if there are 3 of you, the rates below assume that each hotel has 2 rooms: one for 2 people and the second room for 1 person. If you want 3 people in the same room, the rate may be slightly lower. If you each want a suitcase, the rate will also be higher.

Location

Terms and conditions

Payment:

• 30% deposit at confirmation to secure the booking (refundable until 35 days prior to departure)
• Balance to be paid at 35 days prior to departure

Cancellation:

• Cancellation is free of charge until 35 days prior to departure
• Afterwards 100% cancellation charges will apply

Included/not included

Included:

• The 5 accommodations mentioned in the program and tourist taxes.
• 5 breakfasts
• 4 luggage transfers
• 24/7 telephone assistance in case of problems
• Itinerary in GPX format
• Travel diary (with restaurant suggestions, practical information, tourist highlights, etc.)

Not Included :

• Lunch and dinner
• Personal expenses
• Anything not listed in the “included” section

Further information

• Hotel address : Avignon
• Duration : 4 days
• Contact details : botler@boticonline.com
• Min. number of people : 2

Agency

Your Local Eye