Included in the cost of the tour:
- Accommodation for 7 nights in selected category of cabin
- Breakfast on board, Lunch buffet on board or as a picnic
- 7 multi-course dinners served buffet style
- Drinks: tea, coffee and coffee specialties, water, soft drinks, beer, sparkling wine, wine by the glass
- Electric bike and helmet rental
- Support van for shuttles and service along the route
- All transfers as indicated in the itinerary
- Free use of on-board sauna and fitness area, outdoor swimming pool, putting green, shuffleboard
- 15% discount on spa treatments
- Premium toiletries, bathrobe, and bottled water in the cabin
- Expertise and services of regional Trip Leaders (2) and Tour Director
- Visits and admission with guides to Tuileries Orangery, Monet’s Garden, Jumièges Monastery, Rodin Museum
- Departure airport transfer (for guests departing Paris on disembarkation day)
- All port and passenger fees (tourist taxes)
- CO2 emission compensation
NOT included:
- Gratuities
- Bike theft insurance
- Travel Insurance
E-BIKE TRIP – ROUTE ASSESSMENT: The total distance by e-bike and on foot is 125 miles. The bike routes mostly run on cycle paths with little traffic or on quiet side streets. For the hike on the coastal path, we recommend comfortable running shoes with a good grip.
Arrival in Paris: The closest airport to the start of the tour is Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). From there you can board an RER train for the journey to the city center of Paris. Taxis are also available and the taxi fare is roughly €60 depending on the location of your hotel. The ship will be moored in St. Denis. Directions to the ship will be provided as the departure date approaches.
Internet: There is free wi-fi on the ship though it may not be as fast as what you are accustomed to at home. It will be adequate to check e-mails and surf the web. It may be limited or unavailable during sailing.
Bicycles: Electric bikes are equipped with Bosch electric bike motors and puncture proof tires. There are several levels of assistance to keep you pedaling with ease. If you’re new to e-bikes, we suggest renting one locally at home before the tour to gain familiarity and practice riding it safely.
Bicycle Helmet: We require all guests to always wear a properly fitting helmet while riding on the tour.
Bicycle Locks: All bicycles are fitted with locks. Please use them whenever you plan to leave your bicycle unattended for any length of time. You will be liable for damage or theft of the bicycle if it is stolen during an excursion because it was not locked properly.
Itinerary Program: The above itinerary is subject to change. Alterations are sometimes necessary due to nautical or technical conditions. This tour will cover daily bike rides of 17-31 miles. It is often possible to do only part of the day’s tour. And, of course, you can always opt out of riding and stay on board for the day. The guides will join you for the daily rides and point out interesting sights along the route. Guides can make repairs to your bike, as necessary. You do not have to bike with the group. You will receive detailed instructions enabling you to ride at whatever pace you choose. While you are biking, the barge will cruise to the town where we will spend the night.
Physical Fitness & Bike Handling
To participate in the biking part of the tour, it is important to arrive in good physical condition with proper bike handling skills. Group riding experience is encouraged but not a requirement. This tour is rated at difficulty level 1, so novice cyclists in good condition should find the daily distances and terrain manageable. All guests are expected to keep pace with the group at 12-15 mph. Guests who cannot maintain that pace have the option to board the support van to complete the day’s journey. While cycling, we will occasionally need to share the road with car traffic, and cross busy intersections. The weather is variable, it may not always be sunny, and the wind may not always be calm. Even under poor weather conditions, you should feel safe and able to cover the day’s distance on your bike. There is always the option to remain on the ship and enjoy a nice cruise.
To prepare for this tour, you should ride your bike at home several days per week, 20-25 miles at a time. If that is not possible, we recommend that you ride a stationary bike indoors to condition your leg muscles. Do what you can to include cardio workouts in your weekly fitness routine. All this will ensure that you thoroughly enjoy your tour.
Your accommodation: A-ROSA VIVA
Facts about the ship:
Passengers: max. 202 guests
Cabins: 99 outside cabins
Length x width: 442 feet x 37 feet
Speed: max. 14 miles / h
Year of construction: 2010
SUNDECK FUN: outdoor swimming pool, putting green, large format chess board
Guest Cabins
Your cabin will be well-proportioned and comfortable. The interiors are elegant, constructed with high quality materials. Each cabin has a safe, air conditioning, TV, fly screen, hairdryer, shower / toilet, sauna towel, wool blanket, telephone, and bathrobe (on request). [Images below provided by Terranovatouristik]
