Trek Travel | Provence Cycling Vacations, Bike Tours, and Bicycle Trips of a Lifetime

La belle vie spills over in Provence. The textured landscape of Le Lubéron and the Vaucluse plateau capture a diversity and charisma that eludes description. Provence is about discovering the slower pace of life, from savoring each flavor you create at our cooking school to chatting with the locals as you walk through the market. For those comfortable at a leisurely pace, cozy cafés, village strolls, and relaxing afternoons temper the adventure of each day’s ride. For avid cyclists, ready for the challenge, Provence’s epic climbs stand waiting to be conquered. Trek Travel’s Provence bike tour offers the opportunity to indulge in all things Provençal at the perfect pace in the perfect place.

Start & End	Avignon
Trip Length	6 Days \| 5 Nights
Activity Level	Moderate
Daily Rides	Options from 20 – 40 miles
Beyond Biking	Historical Site Visit, Cultural Tour, Cooking Class, Food Tasting, Shopping
Price (USD)	$3,295 per person
	$950 single occupancy supplement

2009	Jun 14 \| Sep 13, 27 \| Oct 4

Map & Itinerary

Map of Provence trip Day 1 | Vaucluse Plateau

Stay at Hotel des Pins

Meander through bright, colorful markets | Opt to take on the region’s most famous climb Le Mont Ventoux | Pedal through the gentle climb to Sault via Gorges de la Nesque

Days 2 & 3 | Sault
Stay at Val de Sault
Enjoy views of a sweeping valley, sharp cliffs and lavender fields | Sample local lavender and honey | Indulge in a massage or a dip in the pool | Learn the rules and regulations of Pétanque—a Provençal game

Days 4 – 6 | Gordes
Stay at Hotel Le Gordos
Cycle through the heart of Le Lubéron to Gordes | Explore the medieval village | Enjoy an optional afternoon ride over Col de Murs—a 5 km climb featured in the 'tour de france'| Tack on the miles and ascend Abbaye de Sénanque | Ride over the Pont Julien, a 2000 year-old Roman bridge that spans the Calavon River | Learn the art of Provençal cuisine

Accommodations

Hotel des Pins | Bédoin
Surrounded by pine tress, and only a short distance from Bédoin—the famous start town for the climb up the epic Ventoux— Hotel des Pins is an elegant hotel with a family style welcome. Owner Anne-Sophie, welcomes tourists from around the world and prides herself in ensuring that each and every guest experiences the charm and relaxed pace of life that is Provence. Relax poolside after your ride or enjoy a cool beverage in any one of the various patios that are scattered throughout the property.

Val de Sault | Sault

The Val de Sault is a luxurious three star hotel nestled in ‘lavender country’—the plains of Sault. You can relax in this calm oasis and gaze upon the stunning view of Le Mont Ventoux. Yves, head chef and hotel owner, has taken great care with all details involved in our stay. His Provencal-Asian accents create the perfect atmosphere for your vacation.

Hotel Le Gordos | Gordes

Situated in the heart of the Luberon, at the entrance of Gordes, a picturesque village perched on a hill, one of the most desired locations, hotel Le Gordos offers you calm, freshness and relaxation, in a luxury location, surrounded by a magnificent park.