Rivercruises.be 2022

Château Gaillard, Les Andelys, France Cycle along the Seine River, France Roquetaillade Castle, France Active Adventures in France From the dramatic and historic Normandy Coast to the vast vineyards scattered throughout Provence, Burgundy and Bordeaux, our French itineraries offer cyclists and hikers some of the most breathtaking scenery. While travelling along the Seine, bike through Monet’s inspirational French countryside to Giverny. Or what about the charms of medieval Rouen, nearly impossible to experience in full by foot—wouldn’t you love to see even more of this sprawling city from the seat of your bike? Of course, there are plenty of hiking choices such as ascending to the fascinating ruins of Château Gaillard, the former stronghold of Richard the Lionheart. Travel to the southeast of France to bike or trek through Burgundy and Provence, imagining Van Gogh’s sunflowers or Cezanne’s immortal landscapes as you become entranced by culturally-rich towns such as Arles, Vienne and Avignon. Venture to the southwest of France to Bordeaux where plentiful cycling and hiking adventures provide you with ways to connect to the famous soil of this spectacular wine region. | 25