A Classic Provence journey, this unique hiking tour takes you on a discovery of the Pont du Gard area, west of Avignon. You start at the famous Pont du Gard - Roman aqueduct built in the 1st century BC. During 4 hiking days you’ll discover the countryside around and spend 2 nights in the charming town of Uzes, a classic and typical Provencale village. Hiking: The hiking tours that we propose are a combination of quiet country roads which allow you to appreciate the villages as well as parts of GR-trails (“Grande Randonnées”, being Long Distance Paths). The daily distance varies between 13 and 18kms (8 and 11,5miles) and the hiking is not difficult.		"The trip was fantastic. We were well cared for in each location, but thoroughly enjoyed the freedom of a self-guided tour." -Gretchen M/ Canada

Day 1 Arrival at Avignon. We will meet and transfer you to the first lodging near the Pont du Gard. The TGV from Paris or CDG airport has many trips per day. We will give you an orientation, maps and cue sheets upon arrival. Your hotel is a charming 16th century manor surrounded by vineyards and olive orchards. Orientation at 4:30. Dinner with wine included tonight. (D)

Early arrivals may want to spend a night or 2 in Avignon before starting this trip. We can arrange extra nights in Avignon along with activities.

Day 2: Hiking to Collias via Pont du Gard (18km - 4.5 hrs). A scenic walk to the Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is the most prestigeous element of the Roman aqueduct built around 50 BC to carry water from Uzes to Nimes. Around this area are vineyards and rolling landscapes. You finish the hike in Collias and have a charming hotel/inn from the 17th century with dinner included. (B, D)

Day 3: Hike to Uzes - typical Provencale town (13km - 3.5 hrs).
From Collias you pick up the trail that will take you along the Gard river to
Sanilhac before arriving at Uzès at the north via a botanic trail. Two kilometers
before the center of Uzès, you arrive at the Pont des Charrettes and the Museum of
Haribo-sweets. Haribo is one of the most famous confectioners in France with a
long history, this is a good cultural stop. Overnight in a charming 3* hotel in the
historical center of Uzès. Dinner included. (B,D)

• To visit in Uzes:
• Duchy of Uzes: It's one of the most well-preserved feudal complexes located
  in the centre of a town
• 18th century church Eglise Saint Etienne
• Medieval Garden: Between the Tower of the King and that of the Bishopric
• Musee Haribo

Day 4: Hike around Uzes (13 km)A loop tour around Uzes to discover this beautiful region. The itinerary will take you to the Gorges de l'Alzon. Along the path, you will see several« capitelles ». A Capitelle is a small shepherd shelter made of dry stone. In the Luberon area, Capitelles are called Bories. Return to Uzes for the night and dinner on your own. (B)

Day 5:. Departure day after breakfast. Transfer back to Avignon TGV station included; additional stays in Uzes or Avignon possible.

The trip includes: Take the Virtual Hotel Tour! 4 nights charming hotels 3 star, all breakfasts, 3 dinners, all walks/walking tours (including IGN maps) and GPS navigation, bag transfers, transfers as mentioned, orientation, English speaking travel assistance during your stay. We also provide travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, and more. Hotels included are General d'Entraigues*** or Hostellerie Provencale*** in Uzes, Domaine d'Escaunes*** in Sernhac, and hotel Castellas***.

Additional Night in Avignon: $TBD -

You are important to us; so we make you thoroughly prepared and include:
Pre-trip travel documents: you will receive extensive information as a customer prior to your departure. Upon confirmation we will send you some general information about preparations including passport info, training tips, and reading lists. As a customer you can also Purchase product from Hammer Nutrition, get 2 FREE issues to Velo News, and much more!

Upon final payment, we will send to you a complete list of documentation by email including Hotel List, contact numbers, itineraries, sites to see and information about sites and culture of the region. We include road signs, packing lists, travel tips, language phrases, holiday info, tour details, culture and customs tips, and much, much more!




Optional Services:
Travel insurance, Paris museum & metro passes, Paris day tours, Lido shows, and other services. Cell phone rental and luggage storage services.

Note: prices subject to change based upon currency fluctuations. See Booking Terms and Conditions.