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An exhilarating route takes us first to the turreted medieval duchy of Uzes, through the cliffside tunnels of the Ardeche Gorges, up to the moonlit castle ruins of Vaison-la-Romaine, and to a wine-tasting in renowned Chateauneuf-du-Pape.

Here's what previous travelers have said about The Mistral

"Best vacation I've ever had. I completely forgot about work and recent ex-boyfriends. The bicycle is the perfect vehicle for getting to know this beautiful countryside, filled with vineyards and charming unspoiled ancient villages."
    —Tom Chatt, Redondo Beach, Calif.

"Without question, the best vacation I've ever been on."
    —Daniel Buker, Carlsbad, Calif.

"The Mistral trip was a perfect blend of cycling, seeing many places of interest and getting to know a great group of guys. The food, wine and bread were outstanding, too!"
    —Jonathan Bregman, Durham, N.C.

"This was the best birthday present I ever gave myself! Turning 40 on a bike in France sure beats turning 40 at a computer in Boston!"
    —Bill Barnert, Cambridge, Mass.

"It was the best trip any of us had ever taken."
    —Bill Buyok, Los Angeles, Calif.

"Absolutely one of the best trips of my life. I look forward to taking another and another."
    —Richard L. Harris, Denver, Col.

"I enjoyed the Mistral trip the first time that I did it two years ago. I decided to do the same trip again and enjoyed it even more the second time!"
    —Geoff Green, Rocky Hill, N.J.

"The Mistral included some of the most spectacular views when seen from a bike - what a great way to recharge!"
    —Gregory Gaar, Tampa, Fla.

"I can't remember laughing so much on a vacation."
    —Steven Isham, Lawrenceville, N.J.

"It was simply incredible. I consider myself well-traveled, but I've never experienced anything as mentally, spiritually and physically uplifting. I can't wait for my next Alyson Adventures trip."
    —John M. Williams, Tampa, Fla.

"The entire adventure was an epiphany, filled with magical sites, experiences, and people. It's the only activity I've found that takes the crisis out of mid-life and rekindles the flames and lust for living a great life."
    —J.I., Roxbury, Mass.

"All I had to do was bike, eat and enjoy France in the Spring. Sasha and the other guides took care of all the details - it was wonderful."
    —Mike Dively, Provincetown, Mass.

"The biking was great! The combination of beautiful landscapes and villages, along with the history and sweet French people, is a tribute to the excellent choice of routes."
    —Steve Taylor, Chicago, Ill.

"All my senses were showered with pleasure in Provence. Mix in a group of friendly, funny, flexible gay men and lesbians, and you end up in heaven. This trip really was heaven."
    —Claire Levine, Cambridge, Mass.

"This tour is for people who would normally never consider going on one: it's active, it allows for independence, and you're traveling with people you enjoy."
    —John Welsh, Minneapolis, Minn.

"One of the most memorable trips we have ever taken. The accommodations and meals exceeded our expectations, as did the route. The options that were offered were also incredible. Alyson Adventures certainly lived up to its name."
    —Brian Kimball, Denver, Col.

"A real sense of accomplishment each day, topped off by beautiful countryside, great travelling companions, fantastic food and wine every night."
    —Leo Lopez, Miami Beach, Fla.

"As a biking enthusiast, I loved this trip. Listening to enthusiastic recounts of the day's adventures from newly made friends was very rewarding."
    —Gerry B. Auman, Gum Tree, Penn.

"The trip exceeded my expectations in every way - food, scenery, camaraderie. All in all it was a delight."
    —Tom A. Waldman, Maplewood, N.J.

"Alyson Adventures is addicting. I've done five trips and signed up for two more. The Mistral was a great combo of good biking, great food and great people."
    —Richard Lightfoot, Sun Valley, Calif.

"Just when I thought the trip was great..it continually got better"
    —Dana Bourne, Owings Mills, Md.

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