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The ViaRhona: from Vienne to Montélimar

Cycling along the Rhone river and its vineyards
  • Duration 7 days
  • Activity Biking
  • Holiday among adults
  • Theme rivers and canals
975€

Information : The ViaRhona: from Vienne to Montélimar

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Presentation

A cycling trip along the Rhône river. All down the valley you'll enjoy pedalling at your own rhythm through a rich and varied built heritage, and the broad Côte du Rhône vineyards . Saunter along the left bank, roam along the right - you're sure to appreciate the diversity of environment in this mighty fluvial empire.

Looking for a shorter escape? Discover our tour The ViaRhôna from Condrieu to Montélimar in 5 days

You'll love

  • popping in to see a winegrower to taste a range of Hermitage wines
  • the sweet visit if ever there was to the Valrhôna Museum of Chocolate!
  • the route, specially conceived with cycletourists in mind
  • arriving at last in the characteristically Provençal streets of Montélimar

Program : The ViaRhona: from Vienne to Montélimar

  • D1 Arrival in Les Roches de Condrieu late afternoon

    Dinner and night in 3 star hotel with a nice view on the Rhône.

    Optional : one extra night in Lyon before your stay if you arrive by air or to discover the Gaule's capital

  • D2 Return trip to Vienne

    25 km with just 50 metres total uphill - Level 1/5 - Duration about 2hrs30

    A return trip from the pleasant village of Les Roches de Condrieu to discover Vienna, former capital of Roman Gaul. You will walk in the Rhône Valley along the river. You will discover the riches of an exceptional heritage by discovering cities full of Gallo-Roman history. You will cross a wide variety of landscapes, including the vineyards and their terraced hillsides.
     
    Dinner and night in a 3 star hotel.
  • D3 From Les Roches de Condrieu to Tournon sur Rhône

    58 km with 150m total uphill - Level 2/5 - Duration about 4hrs

    A ride to explore the rich heritage of the left and right banks of the Rhône. Just the pace you need to enjoy these Gallo-Roman towns steeped in history, whilst all around the vineyards bask on their celebrated inclines.

    Dinner and night in a 3 star hotel in the centre of Tournon.

  • D4 Ride around Tournon sur Rhône

    25 km with total uphill 200m - Level 3/5 - Duration about 2hrs30
    Pedal along through the vineyards on pretty, narrow country roads. Stop off at a winery and taste the winegrower's range of wines from the Hermitage. Then a visit to Valrhôna, chocolate maker par excellence, makes a tasty end to a delicious day!

    Dinner and night in a 3 star hotel in the centre of Tournon.

  • D5 From Tournon sur Rhône to Loriol

    59 km with total uphill 200m - Level 3/5 - Duration about 5hrs

    The majestic river steers you towards Valence. Already, drifting Mediterranean scents suggest the nearness of Provence. On the left bank (the Drôme department - on the right bank it's the Ardèche), the plain is broader and you pass through a multitude of fruit trees: peach, cherry, apricot and more...

    Dinner and night in 3 star hotel with pool.

  • D6 From Loriol to Montélimar

    41 km with total uphill 100m - Level 2/5 - Duration about 3hrs

    Now on the right bank (Ardèche Department), you enter the Vivarais and gain a little height over the river Rhône. Through small yet undeniably charming villages you make your way towards the broad Provençal avenues of Montélimar.

    After eating out, night and breakfast in charming 3 star hotel in the heart of Montélimar.

  • D7 Departure after breakfast

    Transfer to the first accomodation in the morning :
    - By train to les Roches de Condrieu (direct train at 08.00 am and 6.00 pm or via Vienne)

    If you rent bicycles, you can leave them at the hotel in Montélimar.

    If you have your own bikes, we advise you to take your car to Montélimar after leaving your bikes and luggage at the Roches de Condrieu on day 1 and to get back on the train that day.

    You can also prefer to return by taxi with your bikes and luggage from Montélimar (extra charge on request)

Tariffs high season

From May 16 to September 15, daily departures

In double room

Adult : 1025 €
Junior (12 - 17) :  1025 €
Baby (0 - 1) : 70 €

In triple room

Adult : 975 €
Junior (12-17) : 975 €
Baby (0 - 1) : 70 €

In single room

1305 €

Solo traveller

1455 €

Tariffs low season

From April 1st to May 15 and from September 16 to October 31, daily departures.

In double room

Adult :  975 €
Junior (12 - 17) : 975 €
Baby (0 - 1) : 70 €

In triple room

Adult : 925 €
Junior (12-17) : 925 €
Baby (0-1) : 70 €

In single room

1255 €

Solo traveller

1405 €

What's included?

  • Half board every night excepted the last night in Montelimar on bed and breakfast
  • Charming 3 star hotels
  • Your luggage is transported for you
  • Roadbook and route-marked maps provided
  • Update GPS tracks
  • Technical and logistical assistance provided
  • Return trip to the first accommodation by train to Les Roches de Condrieu

Optional

  • Bike rental from :
    • Bike for adult or junior : 150 €
    • Bike cart for child : 90 €
    • Child seat : 10 €
    • Electric power bike rental for adult or junior: 205 €
  • Extra night in Lyon in B&B (3star hotel in Old Lyon) : + 90 € per person
  • Transfers from Lyon airport / Hôtel or Hôtel / Les Roches de Condrieu : please contact us

What's not included?

  • Dinner on day 6
  • Beverage and extra
  • Return transfer from Home to the first accomodation
  • Facultative cancellation and repatriation insurance

Characteristics of circuits

  • Cycling holiday from place to place.
  • 25 to 58 km, around 2hrs30 to 4hrs at your own rhythm.
  • Altitude change: minimal.

Organisation

  • These outings are much more about relaxed exploration than athletic performance. Your luggage is transported between lodgings and a roadbook will guide you from beginning to end. We also provide the logistical and technical support necessary.
  • Accommodation is in 2 or 3 star hotels and 3 épis guesthouse chosen for their atmosphere, warm welcome and environmental and architectural setting.

N.B : the accommodation described above is given as an indication and may vary according to availability at the moment your reservation is finalized.

Access

By car

Highway A7 exit Vienne

By air

 Lyon St Exupéry Airport

By train

St Clair-Les Roches station, French railways (SNCF)

Comments

Global note
5.0
  • A very pretty ride along the banks of the Rhône river, most of which is shaded. The Viarhôna is well equipped with a number of rest areas. 
    Interesting heritage and gourmet restaurants. (translated from french) 

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