Cruise : From Burgundy to Provence : Biking along the Rhône and Saône

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1 Réf : LSR_BIK Cruise : From Burgundy to Provence : Biking along the Rhône and Saône LYON - MÂCON - VIENNE - ARLES - AVIGNON - VIVIERS - TOURNON - LYON Reasons to book with us EXCURSIONS INCLUDED Explore Burgundy, the Lubéron, Les Baux de Provence, the Gorges du Doux and two natural parks on this exciting bike tour. INCLUDED : English-speaking tour guide for the entire cruise Bike provided On-call maintenance and repair service All bike tours All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at onboard bar Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar Complimentary Samsung Galaxy Tablet for guests use Headsets are included for excursions Official welcome from the captain and crew Onboard activities Travel assistance and repatriation insurance All port fees included DAY 1 : LYON Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 :00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Sit back and enjoy a presentation about your CroisiBike vacation before dinner. DAY 2 : LYON - MÂCON Our first bike trip will be across Lyon to discover its historical and architectural sites, stopping along the way to taste some local specialties. After you return to the ship, we ll spend the afternoon cruising to Mâcon. Enjoy an evening of dancing. Biking itinerary : in Lyon 24.1 km./15 mi. (213 m./698 ft. elevation gain) DAY 3 : MÂCON - VIENNE Today, we ll bike on a great bike path through endless vineyards towards Cluny. Once we arrive in Cluny, take your time to the visit the abbey, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After our visit, we ll return to the ship. Biking itinerary : to Fuissé 29 km./18 mi. (305 m./1000 ft. elevation gain) - to Cluny 57.9 km./36 mi. (549 m./1801 ft. elevation gain) DAY 4 : VIENNE - ARLES Today s tour on bike will be through Pilat Regional Natural Park. We ll then bike down a peaceful path towards the Côte-Rôtie vineyards. We ll stop for a wine tasting before enjoying a picnic lunch. Following our tour, we ll return to the ship. We ll spend the afternoon cruising to Arles. Enjoy an evening of entertainment. Our ship will cruise through the night. Biking itinerary : to Longes 22.5 km./14 mi. (244 m./898 ft. elevation gain)

2 DAY 5 : ARLES We ll leave on our bikes for the day. We ll travel through the Natural Regional Park of the Alpilles, where you ll discover the local fauna and flora. On your way, you ll have some free time to visit Les Baux de Provence, a charming little village situated at the top of a spur dominated by a castle in ruins. We ll enjoy a picnic lunch. We ll then continue to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Afterwards, we ll enjoy a Provence-themed evening on board, including a traditional show. Biking itinerary : to Les-Baux-de-Provence 33.8 km./21 mi. (335 m./1099 ft. elevation gain) - to Alpilles 59.5 km./37 mi. (427 m./1400 ft. elevation gain) - the Arles loop 72.4 km./45 mi. (488 m./1066 ft. elevation gain) DAY 6 : ARLES - AVIGNON - VIVIERS Our ship will cruise to Avignon. Once we arrive, we ll be transferred to our departure point : the village of Gordes. You ll go to the Luberon Regional Natural Park, passing along famous Provencal villages such as Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lacoste and Ménerbes. We ll enjoy a picnic lunch. In the afternoon, we ll continue our tour through the Luberon Park and stop for a visit to taste some wine. After a last hill, we ll head back to the ship. This evening, you can take part in a guided tour of Viviers. Biking itinerary : to Roussillon 22.5 km./14 mi. (335 m./1099 ft. elevation gain) - to Ménerbes 48.3 km./30 mi. (732 m./2401 ft. elevation gain) - from Joucas 72.4 km./45 mi. (1158 m./3799 ft. elevation gain) DAY 7 : VIVIERS - TOURNON - LYON We ll spend the morning cruising the river, arriving in Tournon in the beginning of the afternoon. This afternoon, your itinerary takes you to the loop west of Tournon-Sur-Rhône to lead you to the center of the Gorges du Doux. The river path offers a stunning view. We ll then return to the ship. Tonight is our gala evening and dinner. We ll cruise to Lyon during the night. Biking itinerary : to Tournon-Sur-Rhône 29 km./18 mi. (792 m./1000 ft. elevation gain) - to Boucieu-le-Roi 48.3 km./36 mi. (1 158 m./1801 ft. elevation gain) DAY 8 : LYON Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking in Lyon at 9 :00 a.m. End of our services.

3 TRANSPORTATION Port-to-port cruise, no transfers included. FORMULA This offer includes : Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - drinks included in this price are unlimited water, wine, beer, and fruit juices - coffee after both lunch and dinner for meals eaten on the boat - drinks from the bar, except for champagne or wines from our special list - double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom - the bike excursions listed in the program - all entertainment - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - the excursions mentioned in the program - gala dinner - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees. This offer does not include : Drinks from our wine list or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

4 PRACTICAL INFORMATION CROISIBIKE Practical Information + Types of bikes : Unisex hybrid bikes that can be used by both men and women (flat handlebars), similar or equivalent to the Alpenchallenge AC01 with Shimano 105 or Ultegra derailleurs. - High-quality Shimano 105 or Ultegra derailleurs make climbing hills easier - Disc brakes for better stopping ability and avoiding skidding during rain - A maximum 10 kg (22 lbs.) bike weight for optimal comfort The bikes used currently are BMC Alpenchallenge AC01 Deore XT/SLX. Our partner will be upgrading their fleet in Extra-padded seats for women. Pouch for accessories (camera, windbreaker, etc.). Please do not carry large items with you. Each bike is equipped with a GPS programmed with the day s itinerary so that everyone can bike at their own pace. Passengers can bring their own cleated cycling shoes, but you must also bring your own pedals so that they can be attached to our bikes. + Where we bike : On paved roads or bike paths. We will not go on mountain bike routes. + Biking while the ship cruises One or more minivans with guide(s) will follow the group of cyclists. Bikes will be stored in the minivan and picked up each day by passengers. For the slightest problem, the driver of the minivan will either repair the bike or replace it. Here is a FAQ list for several recurring questions : Can I stop cycling during the day s tour, and if so, how do I get back to the ship? o Yes. Vans will be provided with an extra seat for each passenger if needed. o The return to the ship will be done at the first opportune moment ; the passengers on the bike tour will remain our immediate priority. Can we request an e-bike? o Yes. Please ask for our rates. What happens if I get a flat tire? o Our guides will repair it! Some travel agencies think that tours over 31 miles per day (50 km) are too much for the average client. o That s why the shortest option each day will not be over 22 miles (35 km), except for one specific day on the Rhine. o If needed, our vans will be available for passengers who would like to stop. o Don t forget that elevation gain is a very important aspect of biking : 31 miles (50 km) along the flat Danube route is very different than even 6 miles (10 km) up to Mont-Sainte-Odile. o Our goal is to offer as many options as possible so that different level passengers can participate in the same tours. o Even beginner cyclists will enjoy our tours because the shortest itinerary will never be longer than 22 miles (35 km). Just for kids : Do you have bikes for kids? What age must they be and what are the sizes? o We can provide wheels for children under the following conditions : Kids bikes Children can ride on their own from 8 years and up 20 bike for children between 3 11 and 4 3 (120 to 130 cm) 24 bike for children between 4 3 and 5 1 (130 to 155 cm) Trail-a-bike Maximum weight = 83 lbs. (38 kg) For ages 4 to 7 Bike trailer Maximum weight = 60 lbs. (27 kg) For ages 1 to 3 o Parents must have the Trail-a-bike or bike trailer attached to their bikes o PLEASE NOTE : you must request these accessories when placing your order Are the tours and itineraries adapted to children? o All of our tours are designed to limit contact with road traffic as much as possible.

5 FORMALITIES Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate. For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary. The program is guaranteed only for a minimum of 8 passengers. Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.