Provence & Camargue: MS Caprice, from Aigues-Mortes

Individual arrival to Aigues Mortes. The Montpellier, just over 30 km away, can be easily reached by plane. Ryanair, LH or Air France offer flights from many cities. In the afternoon, marvel at the medieval and totally preserved city walls of Aigues Mortes and explore the city on your own. Embarkation is possible from 6 pm.

On this first round trip, discover the beauties of the Camargue on the first day of cycling. You cycle past numerous shallow lakes that are so typical of this region. Discover the former fishing village Le Grau-du-Roi, which today is a tourist attraction with its elegant harbor. Around the village in the many ponds are numerous wild flamingos at home. Marvel at the rich water bird world and the beautiful flowering tamarisk trees.

An exciting day awaits you. In the morning, the ship takes you relaxed to Saint Gilles. On a short bike ride you quickly reach Arles, one of the most beautiful cities in Provence. Marvel at the numerous remains of ancient splendor. You will have plenty of time to visit the former Benedictine abbey church of Saint-Trophime with its famous portal and cloister, the amphitheater built around 90 AD, which originally consisted of three 60-arcade galleries and accommodated around 25,000 spectators. the ancient Roman theater and remains of the Roman Forum. In the afternoon you will get to know Arles better with a city guide.

Today you cycle to the small town of Les Baux with one of the largest castle ruins in France, which is impressively situated on a 200m high rocky plateau. Stroll through the historic center with all its many small souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes. Be enchanted by the unusual landscape around Les Baux, which is characterized by the barren rocks of the region. Only a few kilometers further in Saint Remy Vincent van Gogh painted some of his masterpieces including the famous starry night. By bike, you will pass Tarascon and its 1400s castle. Past countless olive trees and fragrant lavender, you will cycle to the pretty village of Vallabrègues on the banks of the Rhône.

Enjoy a beautiful bike ride to Barbentane, with its castle between the rivers Rhone and Durance. The further route takes you to the former Benedictine monastery of Saint Michel de Frigolet and the medieval castle in Boulbon. In the afternoon you travel by ship to Aramon, today's destination. From here you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Mont Ventoux, which is probably one of the most famous climbs in the course of the Tour de France.

Two highlights are waiting for you today. Look forward to the Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct bridge of impressive height. It is one of the most important surviving Roman bridge structures in the world. After a rewarding visit, you will cycle along splendid paths to the charming old town of Avignon, with its magnificent medieval houses and imposing ramparts. Marvel at the 14th-century Gothic Pope's Palace and the famous Pont St. Bénézet Bridge, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Today we’ll get to the other side of the river Rhone by crossing the island Île de la Barthelasse, and we’ll ride in the typical garrigue landscape, between vineyards and orchards. Before going back we’ll visit Villeneuve Les Avignon, once known to be the town of the cardinals. In the afternoon there is time to discover the historic centre of Avignon.

After breakfast, your spectacular bike tour ends with disembarkation.

The planned route is always subject to possible changes due to nautical, meteorological or organisational reasons. If, for example, a route cannot be travelled due to low water, high water, bad weather or construction work, the captain reserves the right to change the route for your safety. This is not a legally valid reason for cancelling the trip free of charge. The same applies in the event of officially ordered lock or bridge repairs or in the event of engine or propulsion damage to the ship through no fault of the captain.
As your ship usually sails to the next harbour on the same day, your time frame for your own activities and sightseeing is limited. On some bridges, the clearance height is so low that the sun deck is closed for your safety.