Pont d'Arc / Ardeche
Moab / Arches National Park
Moab / Arches National Park
Pont d'Arc / Ardeche

"Natural arches and kayaks, not 8,000 km away"

World Famous

Moab / Arches National Park

USA

Over 2,000 natural stone arches in a red-rock desert wonderland. Delicate Arch at sunset is one of America's most iconic images. Mountain biking paradise too.

European Alternative

Pont d'Arc / Ardeche

France

A stunning 60-meter natural stone arch spanning the Ardeche River, gateway to a 30km gorge perfect for kayaking. Prehistoric cave art nearby in the Chauvet Cave replica.

By train|€39

Why These Two?

Both feature spectacular natural stone arches set in dramatic gorge landscapes, with opportunities for kayaking and hiking in warm, dry climates.

Moab / Arches National Park

Moab / Arches National Park

Pont d'Arc / Ardeche

Pont d'Arc / Ardeche

The True Cost

World

Moab / Arches National Park

flight

Europe

Pont d'Arc / Ardeche

train

Ticket Price
€800
€39
Distance
8,100 km
850 km
CO2 / person
1.5t
24kg
Environmental Cost
€308
€7
True Cost
€1108
€46

€1062

True Cost Saved

1.5t

Less CO2

98%

Emission Reduction

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Pont d'Arc / Ardeche

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Moab / Arches National Park

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