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Hilltop Villages of Provence with E-Bike
Premier
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Find out how riding an e-bike gives you a more leisurely way to visit the picturesque hilltop villages of Provence
- Discover the Abbey of Venasques surrounded by lavender fields, and the colourful ochre cliffs near the village of Roussillon
- Enjoy visits to glorious Gordes and wonderful views of Mont Ventoux and Dentelles de Montrail
Short Description
Ride at your own pace with the help of the e-assist. You will be amazed to ride easily the hilly landscape of the region and enjoy spectacular views. Cross vineyards, stop in charming provencal villages, ride on scenic roads and simply enjoy the true Provence now accessible with a limited effort. Take time to enjoy the real Provence 'Art de Vivre' following our immersive itinerary and enjoy the essence of Provence. This tour gives you many opportunities to explore the Provence's secrets. Each day, we offer you a minimum of 2 options (a long and a short ride). Select the one you prefer and ride through colourful landscapes. Immerse yourself in the Provence's gastronomy by strolling in the local markets which are filled with fresh and sun-filled local products. They are an institution in Provence. Rich in colours and scents, discover the local products and experience this special atmosphere!This tour has been designed to give you a taste of the picturesque perched villages which pepper Provence's breath-taking, lavender-scented Luberon area.
Theme
Cycling & BikingDestinations
FranceAttractions & Cities Visited
N/AActivities & Interests
CyclingAge Requirement
18Itinerary
Flight Inclusive
Day 1 Arrival in Mazan
In the heart of Provence, experience an unforgettable stay at Chateau de Mazan.
Day 2 At Mazan
Day devoted to the Dentelles de Montmirail area, a jagged limestone mountains chain, famous for the picture postcard landscapes. The short option leads you through orchards fields, vineyards and tree-lined roads with wonderful views of Mont Ventoux. Alternatively the longer option will ride to the lovely village Bedoin, which is one of the three gates to access to the Mont Ventoux and is the starting point of the classic climb for Tour de France. Then climb up to Col de la Madeleine before reaching the Dentelles de Montmirail with scenic routes to Suzette. (31 miles/51km)
Day 3 At Mazan
Today’s ride will take you to the Gorges de la Nesque for a fabulous ride on the slope of the Mont de Vaucluse. You will, sometime feel in the middle of nowhere but this is the true Provence countryside. Landscape and nature is amazing on this itinerary. You can choose to climb or descend the road of the gorges. In both case the loop is the same, you’ll choose the direction you prefer.
Day 4 Mazan - Gordes
Leave the Comtat Venaissin area and the foot of the Mont Ventoux and ride to the beautiful Regional Natural Park of the Luberon. The shorter version : Ride to Venasque and then climb through a gorge to the 'Col des 3 Termes' in the middle of the Vaucluse Mont. Then you can ride down hill to the Senanque Abbey and come back on the itinerary to go to Gordes. Longer option : The long ride does not go to Venasque but heads up to Methamis and then climbs a beautiful and scenic road. The descent to the Luberon Valley takes you to Lioux, a small and sleepy village nestled at the feet of a huge cliff. From Lioux, climb to Murs and then to Gordes. (31 miles/51km)
Day 5 At Gordes
Day to relax and explore the beauties of Gordes. Walk to the village, discover the cobblestones streets and the winding passageways in the lower part of the town. Outside Gordes, do not miss the Village des Bories, with scenic views over the village and Senanque Abbey surrounded by lavender fields, one of the Provence's icons.
Day 6 At Gordes
Today, on your way to Menerbes you can have a stop at an olive oil factory. Menerbes is one of the must see perched villages in the area. From there, ride back to Gordes via Goult, another hidden gem. Explore this charming village with its castle and its old windmill. Alternatively ride to one of the most charming villages of the Luberon: Oppèdes le Vieux. Then continue to Menerbes and to Lacoste. Overlooked by its castle, Lacoste is an arty place that welcomes art students and their workshop...lots of interesting things to discover while strolling the medival streets of the village. After Lacoste rides to Goult. (32 miles/52km)
Day 7 At Gordes
Ochre are the treasure of the Luberon. Stretching on nearly 25km, the ochre landscape is very special from this area. Their shade infused this part of the Luberon with their colours from the whitest to dark red contrasting with the Provencal blue sky and the green of the pine trees. This ride takes you to the village called Roussillon. This multicoloured village is set on top of an ochre hill and is well known for the ochre cliff right in front of the main square. In Roussillon do not miss to hike the ochre trail and then lose yourself in the small street to the top of the village from where the view on the Luberon countryside is amazing. Longer option: This route takes you through the Ochre area to Gargas on beautifuls countryside roads crossing quaint hamlets. Gargas was an important ochre production centre. In Gargas do not miss to visit the Mathieu Lustrerie showroom. It's one of the best chandeliers in the world. Between Gargas and Roussillon, you can also visit an old ochre mine. Then enjoy the beauty of Roussillon before you ride back to Gordes. (26 miles/43km)
Day 8 The tour ends after breakfast in Gordes
The tour ends after breakfast in Gordes
Land Only
Day 1 Arrival in Mazan
In the heart of Provence, experience an unforgettable stay at Chateau de Mazan.
Day 2 At Mazan
Day devoted to the Dentelles de Montmirail area, a jagged limestone mountains chain, famous for the picture postcard landscapes. The short option leads you through orchards fields, vineyards and tree-lined roads with wonderful views of Mont Ventoux. Alternatively the longer option will ride to the lovely village Bedoin, which is one of the three gates to access to the Mont Ventoux and is the starting point of the classic climb for Tour de France. Then climb up to Col de la Madeleine before reaching the Dentelles de Montmirail with scenic routes to Suzette. (31 miles/51km)
Day 3 At Mazan
Today’s ride will take you to the Gorges de la Nesque for a fabulous ride on the slope of the Mont de Vaucluse. You will, sometime feel in the middle of nowhere but this is the true Provence countryside. Landscape and nature is amazing on this itinerary. You can choose to climb or descend the road of the gorges. In both case the loop is the same, you’ll choose the direction you prefer.
Day 4 Mazan - Gordes
Leave the Comtat Venaissin area and the foot of the Mont Ventoux and ride to the beautiful Regional Natural Park of the Luberon. The shorter version : Ride to Venasque and then climb through a gorge to the 'Col des 3 Termes' in the middle of the Vaucluse Mont. Then you can ride down hill to the Senanque Abbey and come back on the itinerary to go to Gordes. Longer option : The long ride does not go to Venasque but heads up to Methamis and then climbs a beautiful and scenic road. The descent to the Luberon Valley takes you to Lioux, a small and sleepy village nestled at the feet of a huge cliff. From Lioux, climb to Murs and then to Gordes. (31 miles/51km)
Day 5 At Gordes
Day to relax and explore the beauties of Gordes. Walk to the village, discover the cobblestones streets and the winding passageways in the lower part of the town. Outside Gordes, do not miss the Village des Bories, with scenic views over the village and Senanque Abbey surrounded by lavender fields, one of the Provence's icons.
Day 6 At Gordes
Today, on your way to Menerbes you can have a stop at an olive oil factory. Menerbes is one of the must see perched villages in the area. From there, ride back to Gordes via Goult, another hidden gem. Explore this charming village with its castle and its old windmill. Alternatively ride to one of the most charming villages of the Luberon: Oppèdes le Vieux. Then continue to Menerbes and to Lacoste. Overlooked by its castle, Lacoste is an arty place that welcomes art students and their workshop...lots of interesting things to discover while strolling the medival streets of the village. After Lacoste rides to Goult. (32 miles/52km)
Day 7 At Gordes
Ochre are the treasure of the Luberon. Stretching on nearly 25km, the ochre landscape is very special from this area. Their shade infused this part of the Luberon with their colours from the whitest to dark red contrasting with the Provencal blue sky and the green of the pine trees. This ride takes you to the village called Roussillon. This multicoloured village is set on top of an ochre hill and is well known for the ochre cliff right in front of the main square. In Roussillon do not miss to hike the ochre trail and then lose yourself in the small street to the top of the village from where the view on the Luberon countryside is amazing. Longer option: This route takes you through the Ochre area to Gargas on beautifuls countryside roads crossing quaint hamlets. Gargas was an important ochre production centre. In Gargas do not miss to visit the Mathieu Lustrerie showroom. It's one of the best chandeliers in the world. Between Gargas and Roussillon, you can also visit an old ochre mine. Then enjoy the beauty of Roussillon before you ride back to Gordes. (26 miles/43km)
Day 8 The tour ends after breakfast in Gordes
The tour ends after breakfast in Gordes
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Group Size
Small Group - 24 max
Age Notes :
Min. Age: 18
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Trip ID#:
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Meals Included
Dinner: All continental breakfasts and 2 evening meals includedProvençale cuisine is a blend of many influences from the plentiful sea, to neighbour Italy and the early Roman occupation. The soil is rich and the climate is conducive to producing a wide variety of fruit and vegetables.Whilst not the most sophisticated of the French cuisines, most dishes use the excellent tasting local fresh produce. Cooking à la Provençale uses local olive oil, garlic, peppers, tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines and wild herbs, all ripened by the sun to give an intensity of flavour. You can browse among the colours and smells, and make picnic purchases at the lively local markets.The proximity of the sea makes fish and seafood an important element of the local cuisine. Regional dishes include the famous bouillabaisse, a rich fish stew served with aioli and rouille; the bourride – a lighter version of the bouillabaisse; pistou soupe (summer vegetable soup with a blend of garlic, basil and olive oil); authentic ratatouille, large colourful salads and delicious courgette flower fritters. Tapenade and anchoïade are savoury dips made with local olives and anchovies; pissaladière is an onion tart with olives and anchovies and is very likely to have come from the Romans.We respect your privacy and take great care to protect your information. By clicking «Send my questions» you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. An account will be created for you to track your submission and a temporary password will be emailed to you.
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