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Conquer the mighty Mont Ventoux with local experts
Offered by:
Ride And More Travel – Provence
Phone number:
+33 (0)6 76 35 50 96
Tour length:
5 days/4 nights
Price:
From €785
This is a cycling holiday for avid roadies looking for a challenge on arguably the most iconic of the Tour de France climbs. Three roads depart the plains to reach the lunar landscapes of the summit, from where the views extend to the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea. From your accommodation at the foot of mighty Ventoux, Christophe, a local cycling expert who grew up in the shadow of the Ventoux, has created no less than 10 rides, including a leisurely ride through the plains, to the coveted Cinglés du Ventoux challenge: an exclusive club for those who have completed all three climbs in a single day. Explore breathtaking roads, enjoy villages that are off the usual beaten Provence track, and restore your energy with delicious Provençal fare. Stay in carefully selected hotels and B&Bs – you can choose between 2/3* or 5* options. Each one is sourced personally by Christophe and the run by owners who are used to welcoming cyclists. The price of this tour includes 4 nights' accommodation with breakfast, 5 days of riding itineraries on a GPS app, a welcome briefing, all luggage transfers, private transfer to Avignon on the final day, on-call assistance, concierge service for restaurant and activities, 24/7 emergency assistance and a brand new helmet and water bottle. Bikes are not included but high-end road bikes can be rented if required. Each day you'll ride between 60km and 100km and climb between 675m and 4600m.
Avignon & Cotes du Rhone - Classic
If you love wine and cycling, this self-guided tour is perfect for you
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3944 5216
Tour length:
7 nights
Price:
From £1925
Explore the Cotes du Rhone by pedal power and sample some of the region’s finest landscapes, most charming towns and most delectable wines. The highlights of this tour include the spectacular scenery of the Chateauneuf-du-Pape vineyards, where you are never more than a short walk from an opportunity to indulge in the world-famous local produce, and the city of Avignon, with its rich history as a seat of power for the catholic church. This is the perfect tour for oenophiles and history buffs alike. The price of this tour includes delightful 3 and 4-star hotels on a B&B basis with 2 evening meals, fully serviced bikes with panniers, water bottle and repair kit, detailed route information through the Ride With GPS app, expert on-the-spot support, luggage transferred between your hotels, and 100% financial security through ABTA and ATOL. Available with or without flights from the UK.
Avignon to Nice: Visually Stunning
Villages, vineyards and Ventoux on this holiday for road cyclists
Offered by:
Cyclomundo
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 50 87 21 09
Tour length:
7 nights / 8 days
Price:
From €1395
Ride through low-lying vineyards and across mountain passes to the Mediterranean on this self-guided tour aimed at fit riders accustomed to long distances on road bikes. Average distances are around 100km a day, with 1,500m of climbing. Follow the Rhone River as you head from Avignon into Languedoc to see the famous Pont du Gard Roman aqueduct before cycling on to the wine regions of Tavel and Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and to the foot of Ventoux. From here, it's up to hilltop villages and through lavender fields to Saint-Paul-de-Vence, near Nice and the Mediterranean coast. Top-quality full carbon road bikes available on request. Price includes 7 nights of hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, 3 dinners, luggage transfers between hotels, detailed maps and route notes, GPS device (subject to availability). Tour offered May 25- September 3 but can be tailored for private groups of 6 or more outside these dates.
Bespoke Provence Cycling Holidays
My bespoke service to help you plan your Provence cycling holiday
Provence is one of the most popular regions for cycling in France, but deciding where exactly where to ride can be hard (there's so much to see and do). So I've set up this special reader service to help you find the right guided or self-guided ride for your ability and budget. If you can't find the right tour for you on these pages, I can hook you up with experts on the ground to help you arrange luggage transfers, bike hire and accommodation, or to recommend routes and provide maps. It may help take the stress and worry out of your trip, as well as save you some pennies on booking each element separately. (I have a similar service for Corsica and one for Ventoux – for other French cycling destinations, just email me at lyn@freewheelingfrance.com).
Between Sea and Sky – Discover of the Camargue
A self-guided trip through the Camargue and its unique landscapes
Offered by:
France Bike Trips
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 58 14 04 35
Tour length:
6 days is the standard itinerary, but 3 or 4-day options are also available
Price:
From €695
Pink flamingos, wild horses and black bulls. Lagoons, salt marshes, rice paddies, vast swamps and miles of sandy beaches. The vast wetlands of the Camargue offer the cyclist all this, between the sky and the sea. The Rhône estuary, which extends over 150,000 hectares in the south-west of Provence, is a unique natural landscape with rich fauna and flora and a strong character. On this 6-day self-guided cycling holiday, discover the Camargue with all its facets in a gentle and quiet way. See the shimmering pink flamingos are the most emblematic representatives of the rich natural world – between April and September, 15,000 pairs gather here. From the old Roman city of Arles, explore the eastern part of the Camargue and then close the circle via Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and Aigues Mortes. Regional culture is also on the agenda: horse breeding, the extraction of the fleur de sel or the Camargue bullfight. And of course, the culinary delights of a mix of land and seafood. E-bike upgrade available. Hotel and guesthouse accommodation, luggage transfers. 35 to 50km per day.
Bike & Boat - Provence & the Camargue
Combine boating and cycling in one relaxing trip
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 7471 7750
Tour length:
7 nights
Price:
From £1175
Cruise through lagoons, olive groves and limestone cliffs and visit a variety of rich landscapes, full of hidden treasure and glorious Provençal food and wine. Along the way you will see flamingoes and other wildlife of the Camargue regional nature park, the picture-perfect villages of Les-Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Vallabrègues and the spectacular Pont du Gard aqueduct. The price for this tour includes barge accommodation and full board (all meals), flights from the UK (ask about discounts if you're arriving under your own steam), airport transfers, luggage transfers, bikes, panniers and puncture repair kits, detailed route maps and instructions and local support available whenever needed. Electric bikes on request.
Biking Tour through Provence Gems
From Avignon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Orange and Ventoux
Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur
Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18
Tour length:
8 days
Price:
From €929
Starting Avignon, bike through the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to Orange and its ancient theatre. Ride on further to Séguret, one of the most beautiful villages in France – your base for a day-trip to the old city of Vaison-la-Romaine. From here, it's on to the foot of the Giant of Provence, Mont Ventoux, to ride around Bédoin and Mazan. This is an area of quiet country roads lined with olive trees and cypresses, and beautiful stone villages. From the shadow of Ventoux it's on to the former capital of the region, Pernes-les-Fontaines, before arriving in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue to explore its canals and waterways. This is a slow-paced trip that gives you plenty of time to discover the authenticity of Provence and enjoy its food and wine. Maximum daily distance: 40km. Price includes bike hire, accommodation, and full route notes and maps.
Camargue & Provence by Bike & Boat
Explore the rivers and vineyards of Provence by boat and bike
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 3944 8857
Tour length:
7 nights
Price:
From £1175
Enjoy a week's bike-boat cruise to explore the beautiful rivers and vineyards of Provence and Camargue. Cruise through lagoons, olive groves and limestone cliffs, and enjoy cities full of hidden treasures and glorious Provençal wine. This is France as it should be discovered. The MS Caprice and MS L'Estillo are 2-star to 3-star vessels. See the famous flamingos of the Camargue regional nature park, the picture-perfect villages of Les-Baux-de-Provence, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Vallabrègues, and, finally, the spectacular Pont du Gard aqueduct. The price of this tour includes flights and transfers from the UK (price can be amended if you are coming from elsewhere), en suite accommodation on the 2-star to 3-star boats, full board dining arrangements, daily semi-guided cycling tours and excursions, welcome cocktail, touring bikes with panniers, route maps and instructions and local support and friendly crew.
Classic - Starry Nights in Provence
Cycle through the landscapes of Van Gogh
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 7471 7760
Tour length:
5 to 7 nights
Price:
From £1205
The beauty of this part of Provence inspired Vincent Van Gogh through the most productive period of his career, with both the natural and the cultural captured in more than 200 of his works. This route will let you experience your own starry nights in St-Remy-de-Provence. Soak up the colours and culture of Arles and explore the glorious Provençal countryside. Soak up the atmosphere of Arles from one of its charming cafes, explore the hilltop haven of Baux-de-Provence, with its vast panoramas, and go flamingo-spotting in the Camargue nature reserve. The price of this self-guided tour includes 3*/4* hotel accommodation on a B&B basis, 3 evening meals, luggage transfers, bikes, panniers and puncture repair kits, route maps and instructions, plus local support whenever needed. Electric bikes are available on request.
Classic Picture Postcard Provence
Cycle through the vibrant palette of Provence
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 7471 7760
Tour length:
4 to 7 nights
Price:
From £1095
There is something special about Provence, with the azure blue skies, bustling stone towns and wonderful light. This tour starts in the art-filled town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence before taking you through vineyards, lavender fields and orchards into the heart of the Luberon, with its long history and striking natural colours. Along the way you can choose to canoe from Fontaine-de-Vacluse to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue and, of course, sample some fine rosé wine in Côtes de Provence. The price of your tour includes delicious restaurant meals each night, bed and breakfast accommodation, expert support, luggage carried between your hotels, and fully serviced touring bikes. E-bikes can be supplied if you prefer.
Cotes du Rhone Classic
A must for lovers of the best wines France has to offer
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 7471 7750
Tour length:
4 or 8 nights
Price:
From £1040
After arriving in France you will spend the first day of your self-guided tour in Mazan, a pretty village of narrow streets and stone houses perfect for exploring – and a great way to acclimatise. From Mazan you will then ride to Chateauneuf-du-Pape, cycling past riverside towns and vineyards with the sun on your back, before hitting the town itself and its famous vineyards – make sure you leave time to try the local wines. The route also takes in Gigondas, one of the loveliest villages in the Cotes du Rhone and again famous for its wines. The itinerary designed by BSpoke features many other highlights in this rich region. The price includes 3- and 4-star hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, luggage transfers, bikes, panniers and puncture repair kits, route maps and instructions, GPS trackers, assistance whenever needed, and tandems and electric bikes are available on request. Flights from the UK can also be arranged.
Cycle Provence: The Rhone Valley and Mont Ventoux
Cycle like a local among the vines and lavender fields of Provence
Offered by:
Ride And More Travel – Provence
Phone number:
+33 (0)6 76 35 50 96
Tour length:
6 days/5 nights or 8 days/7 nights, but can be adapted for you
Price:
From €1275
This is a self-guided cycling holiday thoughtfully created by Christophe and his team at Ride And More Travel. Designed to appeal to all cyclists, it can be adapted for all abilities and budgets. Begin your journey in Pernes-les-Fontaines, a picturesque village filled with beautiful stone architecture, and bustling with cafés. Follow former railway lines that have been converted into cycle paths and through the heart of the vineyards to Châteauneuf du Pape – king of the Rhone Valley wines. Stay in Orange, with its Roman theatre, before cycling on to the wine-making villages of Vacqueyras and Beaumes de Venise en route to the mighty Mont Ventoux, an icon of the Tour de France. Climb it if you dare or admire it from a distance before riding towards the stunning Gorges de la Nesque, taking a break in the café square of a hilltop village en route. The price of this tour includes accommodation and breakfast in carefully selected, charming hotels and B&Bs, regular bikes or e-bikes, plus panniers, itineraries on a GPS app, a welcome briefing, luggage transfers, and private transfers to Avignon on the final day. You'll also benefit from a concierge service for restaurants and activities, 24/7 emergency assistance and a brand-new helmet and water bottle. Each day you'll ride between 35km and 47km and climb between 320m and 520m.
Cycle the Lavender Route in Provence
This cycling trip celebrates the lavender capital of France
Offered by:
Abicyclette Voyages
Phone number:
+33 (0)2 55 99 92 92
Tour length:
7 days / 6 nights
Price:
€748
This self-guided Lavender Route tour allows you to discover the beauty of the landscapes between the Baronnies of Provence, Ventoux and Luberon in Provence. While the decor is stunning, the relief is quite steep, so an electric bike option is available to allow everyone to enjoy this area. Known for its calming and healing properties, lavender is the symbolic flower of Provence. This cycling trip celebrates its scent, its essential oil, its soaps, cosmetics and perfumes. There are 150 species of lavender and two are cultivated in Provence: fine lavender, which grows at 700 metres above sea level in the Sault region, and lavandin, which grows at lower altitudes. It flowers from mid-June to the beginning of August. Cycle among the fields and visit distilleries and museums, as well as pretty villages like Roussillon, Sault, Fontaine de Vaucluse, L’Isle sur la Sorgue and Pernes les Fontaine. For history, see the Roman sites at Orange and Vaison la Romaine. In between, there are winding gorges, limestone plateaus, cedar forests, olive groves and ocher cliffs. Overshadowing it all is Mont Ventoux, which can choose to climb. The price includes 6 nights, 6 breakfasts, luggage transfers, phone assistance, a personalised greeting, travel documents and maps, a GPS and local recommendations for restaurants.
Cycle Through Lavender
Take in the sights and smells of France's famous lavender fields
Offered by:
Cyclomundo
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 50 87 21 09
Tour length:
5 nights / 6 days
Price:
From €925
Celebrate lavender in all its forms on this self-guided cycling holiday through France's famous lavender fields. Experience the colours and the aromas as you cycle through both natural fields and lovingly cultivated farmers' fields. Combine calming perfumes and fresh alpine air as you pass the spectacular Gorges of Verdon (France’s own 'Grand Canyon'), climb to the hilltop village of Valensole to see its stunning lavender-covered plateau, and meander through hills and valleys bordering the Luberon. Daily distance between 38-57km. Price includes transfers to and from Manosque on the first and last days, 5 nights of accommodation, daily breakfast, 2 dinners, luggage transfers, marked maps and route notes, a GPS device (subject to availability). Bike rentals available on request.
Cycling from Mont Ventoux to Alpe d'Huez
A guided or self-guided ride conquering two of France's icons
Offered by:
Cyclomundo
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 50 87 21 09
Tour length:
5 nights/ 6 days
Price:
From €1145
Forget watching the Tour de France on television – experience some of the most famous climbs in south-western France for yourself on this 6-day journey from Mont Ventoux to Alpe d’Huez. Cycle up the 'Giant of Provence' – twice if you want! – and follow Cyclomundo's tried-and-tested Alps itinerary. Encounter mind-boggling vistas, gorgeous gorges, and the charming towns of Sault, Orpierre, Guillestre, and Briançon, among others. This is a challenging self-guided tour passing over such legendary cols as the Izoard and climbing the famous 21 hairpin bends to Alpe d’Huez. The amazing views are an added bonus. Available self-guided or fully guided with on-road vehicle support. Price includes 5 nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, 2 dinners, luggage transfers, marked maps and route notes, a GPS device (subject to availability). Bike rentals available on request.
Cycling in the Drome River Valley
Ride the quiet backroads of the undiscovered Diois
Offered by:
France Bike Trips
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 58 14 04 35
Tour length:
6 days
Price:
From €540
Ride the backroads of the beautiful Diois area of the Drôme Provençale. The area is a superb mix of the Alps and Provence, full of orchards, vineyards and sunflower fields, plus rolling hills of boxwood, pine and lavender. You'll ride alongside clear rivers and streams, with plenty of opportunities to stop for picnics and swims, or stop in a sleepy hamlet or village for a coffee in a shaded café terrace. The Diois is also a major wine producing area, famous for the sparkling Clairette de Die. (Don't worry – you'll have plenty of opportunities for wine tasting). Price includes B&B accommodation, most evening meals, baggage transfer, detailed road book, maps and GPS tracks. Available guided or unguided.
Cycling Provence and Camargue from Avignon to Nimes
A ride for nature lovers through Provence and the wetlands of the Camargue
Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur
Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18
Tour length:
8 days
Price:
From €1199
Starting your Provençal adventure in the beautiful city of Avignon famed for its bridge, the Palais des Papes and its festival you will cycle at your own pace through a rich mix of flora and fauna to discover some prettye villages such as St-Remy-de-Provence or Les-Baux. Continue towards Arles, a Roman city famous for its arena before reaching the Camargue region, famous for its diversity of animals: bulls, pink flamingos and white horses all living alongside each other. Discover Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, a beautiful seaside village but also Aigues-Mortes, a fortified town famous for its violet salt marshes. Finish your cycling tour in Nîmes, an unmissable city full of Roman monuments and traditions. You can enjoy a walk in its colourful streets and visit the ancient theatre. The price of this self-guided tour includes bikes, GPS routes, maps and tourist leaflets, accommodation and panniers. Ebikes and luggage transfers can also be added as extras.
Cycling the Wonders of the Luberon - 6 days
Ride through the heart of Provence's most spectacular scenery
Offered by:
France Bike Trips
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 58 14 04 35
Tour length:
6 days
Price:
From €555
Discover the charms of the Grand and Petit Luberon as you take in the best of Provence. This 6-day ride starts in Cavaillon, and tours along the long limestone spine of the Luberon. To the west, you'll see the 'Gardens of the Pope', some of the best orchards in the area. To the north, there are Romanesque abbeys and churches scattered throughout the area, still symbolising the historic importance of religion in the area. To the south, there's the Durance River, with its villages dotted with chateaux and still carrying the opulent aura of France before the Revolution. All the most beautiful villages in the Luberon are on the itinerary: Sénanque, Gordes, Bonnieux, Buoux and Lourmarin. Ride through pine forests, fields of lavender, vines and orchards as you discover them all. Price includes half-board accommodation, baggage transfers, detailed road book, maps and GPS tracks.
Cycling trip through the heart of Provence - 5 days
Potter through lavender fields, ancient villages and vineyards
Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur
Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18
Tour length:
5 days
Price:
From €499
This 4-night break is the perfect way to explore Provence, hopping from lavender fields through olive groves and on to hilltop villages. The trip starts in Avignon – the majestic 'city of Popes' with its history of art and architecture. You'll then ride through the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape (leave pannier space for a sample of Provence's finest wine!), and visit Orange and its historic theatre. From here it's on to one of France's most beautiful villages, Séguret, before reaching Mazan and the foot of Mont Ventoux (it's up to you if your legs can carry you to the top). The last stage takes you to Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, a former fishing village that's now renowned today for its antique shops. This is a self-guided ride, with bike hire and accommodation included. Daily distance 25-42km a day.
Cycling week along the ViaRhôna from Vienne to Avignon
Relaxing bike trip for all abilities (including kids) along the Rhône
Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur
Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18
Tour length:
8 days
Price:
From €1049
The ViaRhôna is a 815km long cycling route connecting Lake Geneva to the Mediterranean. This 8-day stretch between Vienne and Avignon follows the marked and secure path from the Côtes-du-Rhône vineyards to the Provence lavander fields. From the antique theatre in Vienne to the Palais des Papes in Avignon, including the château de Rochemaure and the Thriumph Arch in Orange, experience a trip through the ages. The lanscapes are always changing from the abrupt Ardèche to the lavander fields, from the Côtes-du-Rhône vineyards to the ones in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. You will be impressed by the many bridges crossing the Rhône river, exceptional pieces of art. The itinerary is either on green paths or shared lines and crosses 5 very different departments. Daily distances 36km-74km. Price includes all accommodation, bike hire, full route notes and maps, plus luggage transfers.
E-bike - Provencal Discovery
Really get to the heart of Provence on this e-bike adventure
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3944 8857
Tour length:
4 to 7 nights
Price:
From £1295
Provence is famed as one of Europe’s most iconic destinations thanks to its mix of spectacular scenery, rich history, vibrant cultural identity and exquisite food and drink. Cycling for Softies have offered cycling holidays in this part of the world for over 30 years – now they have broadened the experience with the help of e-bikes. Glide up to the stunning hilltop towns, such as Gordes and Roussillon, and traverse the Luberon valley and Cotes du Ventoux, all with a little extra help to let you focus on soaking up the sights, sounds and sensations. The price of this tour includes delightful 3-star and 4-star hotels on a B&B basis, 4 evening meals (7-night itinerary), fully serviced e-bikes with panniers, water bottle and repair kit, detailed route information through the Ride With GPS app, expert on-the-spot support, luggage transferred between your hotels and 100% financial security through ABTA and ATOL.
Epic Provence Road Cycling Holiday
Locally designed road biking itinerary taking in the best of Provence
Offered by:
Ride And More Travel – Provence
Phone number:
+33 (0)6 76 35 50 96
Tour length:
7 days/6 nights
Price:
From €1265
Local cycling expert and guide Christophe, who was born in the Vaucluse, has personally designed this itinerary to take in Provence's best landscapes. Discover a rich and varied region, accompanied by the sound of cicadas and the scents of the garrigue. Provence is a land of poetry and gastronomy but also a true cycling paradise. Visit some of the prettiest villages in France, ride through vineyards and fields of lavender and enjoy fascinating stops along the way. On your own or with a guide, experience a handcrafted trip designed by locals to take you off the beaten path. For self-guided riders, routes are provided on a GPS, with lots of great insider information on the dedicated Ride And More app. There are several ride options each day, so you can easily adjust what you decide to do on a daily basis. Stay in carefully selected hotels and B&Bs – choose between 2 or 3-star or 5-star. The price includes 6 nights' accommodation and breakfasts, 5 days of riding with itineraries/GPS, a welcome briefing, luggage transfers, private transfers to Avignon on the final day, a concierge service for restaurants and activities, 24/7 emergency assistance and a new helmet and water bottle. Bikes are not included but high-end road bikes are available for rent. Each day you'll ride between 60km and 100km and climb between 650m and 2000m.
Escape to Provence and the Camargue
From Pont du Gard aqueduct to the flamingos of the marshlands
Offered by:
Abicyclette Voyages
Phone number:
+33 (0)2 55 99 92 92
Tour length:
8 days / 7 nights
Price:
€932
This self-guided bike getaway around Nimes gives you the chance to discover the richness and variety of the south of France. Pedal gently between Gard, Provence and the Camargue. Discover thousands of years of history and explore diverse landscapes from the hilly and limestone landscapes of the Alpilles to the ponds, plains and green meadows of Camargue. Enjoy the ancient art and history of Nimes and Arles and take in Les Baux de Provence, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, and visit other highlights like Uzès, Saintes-Maries de la Mer and Aigues Mortes. And how could we not mention the Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard? Then this easygoing getaway crosses the Camargue and the meadows and marshes formed by the Rhone delta. See flamingos, white horses and bulls, the symbols of the Camargue. Across the Gard, Provence and the Camargue, indulge in Provencal scents, fruits, vegetables, olive oil, tapenade, fougasse, wines, goat cheeses, sausages, honeys and, of course, the herbs of Provence. The price of this tour includes 7 nights' accommodation, 7 breakfasts, luggage transfers, phone assistance, a personalised greeting, travel documents and maps, GPS, and local recommendations for restaurants.
Grand Tour of Provence by E-bike
Ride in the shadow of Van Gogh to enjoy Provence's varied scenery
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3733 3617
Tour length:
4 or 7 nights
Price:
From £1040
Provence is famed as one of Europe’s most iconic destinations thanks to its mix of spectacular scenery, rich history, vibrant cultural identity and exquisite food and drink. E-bikes are the latest additions to BSpoke Tours that have been run in this part of France for over 30 years. Glide up to stunning hilltop towns such as Gordes and Roussillon and traverse the Luberon Valley and the Cotes du Ventoux – all with a little electric energy to help you focus on soaking up the sights, sounds and sensations. Do not miss the twisting climb up the Val d’Enfer and the views from Baux-de-Provence at the top, the lavender fields at the Abbey of Senanque, and the vibrant ochre cliffs around Roussillon and Apt. The price of this tour includes fully serviced electric bikes, a water bottle and accessories, 3- and 4-star B&B and hotel accommodation, tour information pack upon arrival, detailed navigational material with GPS maps, local support whenever needed. Flights and transfers can be arranged if you're coming from the UK. The trip is fully protected through ABTA and ATOL.
Hilltop Villages of the Luberon
Explore the stunning Luberon valley with local cycling experts
Offered by:
Ride And More Travel – Provence
Phone number:
+33 (0)6 76 35 50 96
Tour length:
8 days/7 nights or 6 days/5 nights
Price:
From €1725 for 8 days; from €1385 for 6 days
Ride to the foot of the Mont Ventoux and cross the Luberon Regional Natural Park on this self-guided cycling holiday planned for you by the local cycling experts at Ride And More Travel. This self-guided itinerary is suitable for all abilities and it's a beguiling trip through colourful, picture-perfect landscapes, accompanied by the sounds of cicadas and the scents of local gastronomy. Start in Pernes-les-Fontaines, with its bustling cafés and market square. The villages around Mont Ventoux are nestled in the muscat vines, and surrounded by cherry orchards and truffle-oak plantations. Explore the hilltop village of Vénasque and reach a remote pass before descending into the Luberon Valley. From Gordes, arguably the most jaw-dropping of all the Luberon villages, backroads lead you from one magnificent perched village to another, many of them listed among the most beautiful in France. Explore Roussillon, painted in every hue from pale yellow to deep red from the neighbouring ochre mine. Visit the mysterious emerald-water spring of Fontaine de Vaucluse and charming Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, with its Venice-like canals. The price includes B&B in charming hotels and B&Bs, regular bikes or e-bikes, plus panniers, itineraries on a GPS app, a welcome briefing, luggage transfers, and private transfers to Avignon on the final day. You'll also benefit from a concierge service for restaurants and activities, 24/7 emergency assistance and a new helmet and water bottle. Each day you'll ride between 30km and 60km and climb between 150m and 750m. The tour can be adjusted for different abilities, budgets and wishlists.
Indulgence - Around the Alpilles
A tour designed to let you see Provence's highlights in comfort
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 3944 8854
Tour length:
4 or 7 nights
Price:
From £1625
Take a tour of the garrigue, olive groves and vineyards in this gorgeous corner of Provence while staying in the area's finest 4 and 5 star hotels. This tour has been designed to offer a true leisure cycling experience in Provence, with shorter distances and easier routes, giving you more time and energy to explore the local sites and taste the local produce. The tour takes in the charming buzz of St-Remy-de-Provence, rich in culture and history, as well as the stunning fortified village of Baux-de-Provence and the gorgeous village of Eygalières with its slow, relaxing pace of life. This is the perfect Provence tour for those looking for an easy ride. The price of this tour includes delightful 4-star and 5-star hotels, breakfasts, some evening meals, fully serviced touring bikes with panniers, water bottle and repair kit, detailed route information through the Ride With GPS app, expert on-the-spot support, luggage transferred between your hotels. E-bikes are available upon request and 100% financial security through ABTA and ATOL.
Indulgence - Cotes du Rhone Vineyards
Explore famous vineyards from quality local accommodation
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3944 8857
Tour length:
3 to 6 nights
Price:
From £1145
Explore the Côtes du Rhône by pedal power and sample some of the region’s finest landscapes, most charming towns and most highly rated hotels. Cycle between two chateau hotels before a final stop in one of the region's finest accommodations, Crillon le Brave. The price of this tour includes delightful 4 and 5-star hotels, accommodation on a half-board basis – delicious dinners each night, fully serviced bikes with panniers, water bottle and repair kit, detailed route information through the Ride With GPS app, expert on-the-spot support, luggage transferred between your hotels and 100% financial security through ABTA and ATOL.
Indulgence - Starry Nights in Provence
A 5-star treat to explore the part of Provence that inspired Van Gogh
Offered by:
Cycling for Softies
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3944 4822
Tour length:
5 to 7 nights
Price:
From £1795
This pocket of Provencal perfection inspired Vincent van Gogh through the most productive period of his career, with the beauty of the region, both natural and cultural, captured in more than two hundred of his works. The route will let you experience your own starry nights in St-Remy-de-Provence, soak up the colours and culture of Arles and explore the glorious Provençal countryside, with 5-star hotels to look forward to at the end of each ride. The price of this tour includes delightful 5-star accommodation with 3 evening meals, fully serviced touring bikes with panniers, water bottle and repair kit, detailed route information through the Ride With GPS app, expert on-the-spot support, luggage transferred between your hotels. E-bikes available upon request. 100% financial security through ABTA and ATOL.
Mediterranean Cycle Route from Avignon to Sete
Discover Provence and the Camargue on this coastal bike route
Offered by:
Le Vélo Voyageur
Phone number:
+33 (0)1 80 91 98 18
Tour length:
7 days
Price:
From €949
The Mediterranean cycle path winds its way through diverse and varied landscapes from Provence to the Mediterranean coast. You'll start your self-guided tour in Avignon, where the Palais des Papes looks over the medieval alleys. From there, ride into Provence, reaching the postcard village of St Rémy-de-Provence, a small Provençal jewel and accompanied by the sweet singing of cicadas and the pleasant smell of heather. In the Camargue, encounter flamingoes and wild horses. In Aigues-Mortes, gaze over the reddish hues of the salt marshes. The Mediterranean Cycle Route continues along the sand dunes and coast to the city of Montpellier and onto the Mediterranean coast at Sète, where you can relax in front of a nice plate of fresh seafood. The price of this tour includes bikes, luggage transfers, accommodation with breakfast and detailed route information.
Mont Ventoux Challenge
A challenging weekend of road riding in Provence
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 3918 7846
Tour length:
4 nights
Price:
From £1150
Climb one of France's showpiece peaks, the iconic Mont Ventoux, on the classic Tour de France Bedoin route. This self-guided holiday is based in Mazan, a short ride from Bedoin, helping to make a hassle-free ascent. The route starts with 10 mostly flat kilometres into Bedoin, which serves as the perfect warmup. As well as tackling the giant of Provence, enjoy additional handcrafted routes taking in the Gorges de la Nesque and the charming towns of this stunning part of France. The price of this tour includes meals, transport and accommodation in Mazan. Flights from the UK and airport transfers can also be arranged.
Pearls of Provence
From Avignon to Arles under the gaze of the mighty Mont Ventoux
Offered by:
France Bike Trips
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 58 14 04 35
Tour length:
6 days
Price:
From €645
What better way to explore the heart of this charming corner of Provence than on a bike? From bustling Avignon and the Palais des Papes, cross lush orchards and wine estates – including the famous Châteauneuf du Pape, Gigondas and Beaumes de Venise. The route offers breathtaking views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and the majestic Mont Ventoux. A network of quiet roads with little traffic will take you from village to village as you discover the local architecture and cultural heritage. Further south, reach the white rocks of the Parc des Alpilles before heading towards the medieval perched city of Les Baux de Provence, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. To finish the week, gently descend to the ancient city of Arles, whose historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The price of this tour includes 5 nights in guesthouses and 2* or 3* hotels in double rooms with en-suite facilities, 5 breakfasts, daily baggage transfers, carefully designed itineraries with different levels of difficulty, navigation app for smartphones, a detailed roadbook including maps (digital format) and GPS tracks.
Perfumes of Provence
Stunning light and colours of the Luberon hills, valleys and villages
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3733 3617
Tour length:
4 or 7 nights
Price:
From £840
Explore Van Gogh’s playground – Provence is bursting with colour, from dazzling sunflowers and lavender to emerald rivers and red cliffs – best enjoyed with local food and a glass of rosé. it's a colourful landscape strewn with lavender fields, sunflowers and grapevines. Provence enjoys a wonderful Mediterranean climate – and this self-guided tour helps you make the most of it. Take in the Luberon hills through lush green valleys and ancient villages. The light here is dazzling – no wonder so many artists have painted the region’s varying vistas. And the food is wonderful too. The tour includes fully serviced bikes, water bottle and accessories, B&B/hotel 3 and 4-star accommodation, tour information pack upon arrival, detailed maps (often including GPS maps), local support whenever needed and full financial protection through ABTA and ATOL. E-bikes available on request. Flights and transfers from the UK available on request
Postcards of Provence: From Papal Avignon to Roman Arles
An incredibly varied cycling holiday in beautiful Provence
This self-guided cycling holiday explores the heart of Provence – visit the papal palace of Avignon, Van Gogh's St-Rémy-de-Provence and the Roman city of Arles. Your luggage is transferred ahead as you cycle through vines, orchards, and the rice paddies of the Camargue. A journey southward – with the warm prevailing winds to your back – to reveal quintessential Provençal landscapes of olive groves and sunflower fields framed by the dramatic hills of the Alpilles, ending in the Rhône’s luxuriant delta, a unique area known as the Camargue where flamingos and egrets fly lazily overhead while gardians (cowboys) ride the region’s famed white horses to herd their black bulls across the patchwork of grassy waterways, reed beds, rice paddies and lagoons. The price of this tour includes accommodation, meals, bike hire, luggage transfers, plus cycling notes and maps. Electric bikes are also available for an additional charge.
Provencal Perfection
A diverse tour of Provence taking in the highlights of stunning
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0) 20 3918 6923
Tour length:
9 nights
Price:
From £2740
Few places lend themselves to being explored by bicycle quite as perfectly as Provence in the south-eastern corner of France. This self-guided cycling tour takes you between some of the region’s most stunning spots, from Van Gogh country in St-Remy-de-Provence to the lavender fields of the Luberon and into the wine country of the Côtes du Rhône. Make your way through this diverse region, stopping in boutique hotels, all under your own pedal power. The cycling on this tour is easy going, with average distances of 35km per day, meaning you will have plenty of time to dismount and explore to your heart’s content and to ride at your own pace. The price of this tour includes delightful 3 and 4-star hotels on a B&B, 6 evening meals, fully serviced bikes with panniers, water bottle and repair kit, detailed route information through the Ride With GPS app, expert on-the-spot support, luggage transferred between hotels and 100% financial security through ABTA and ATOL. E-bike upgrades available on request.
Provence and its Most Beautiful Villages
Cycle among charming landscapes and villages of Provence
Offered by:
Abicyclette Voyages
Phone number:
+33 (0)2 30 964 954
Tour length:
9 days / 8 nights
Price:
From €925
Often perched, with their houses regrouped around the castle, Provencal villages dominate the surrounding vineyards, and plains. They offer unique landscapes perfect for cycling, with vineyards and plane trees lining your route. This self-guided itinerary includes all six of the villages in Provence classified as 'Most beautiful villages of France': Séguret in the Haut-Vaucluse, Venasque in the Comtat Venaissin, Gordes, Roussillon, Ménerbes in the Luberon and, finally, Les Baux de Provence in the heart from the Alpilles massif. Your efforts to reach these pretty villages will be rewarded every time with spectacular views (and, often, good coffee!) The price includes 24/7 phone assistance, GPS guided itinerary, luggage transfers, bike rental, and accommodation with a number of different options to cater for all budgets.
Road biking - Le Tour de La Provence
Explore the ups and downs of the beautifully varied Provence region
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 3411 0632
Tour length:
6 nights
Price:
From £1295
Provence is one of France’s cycling heartlands. The landscape is a mix of wide valleys, small mountain ranges, such as the Alpilles, and dramatic gorges. The landscape’s majesty is matched by the charm and beauty of the towns and villages that sit within it, where French café culture is at its finest and the cuisine is built on the region’s excellent local produce, served alongside refreshing local wines. Whilst soaking all of this in, the silhouette of Mont Ventoux is never far from view. Will you go for the summit? Highlights include the twisting climb up the Val d’Enfer and the views from Baux-de-Provence at the top, the picturesque hilltop villages of Provence and the climb of Mont Ventoux (or at least a visit to Bedoin!) The price of this tour includes fully serviced aluminium road bikes (carbon fibre upgrade available), water bottle and accessories, 3 and 4-star B&B/hotel accommodation, tour information pack upon arrival, detailed navigational material, often including GPS maps, local support whenever needed. Flights and transfers from the UK are available on request. Full financial protection through ABTA and ATOL.
Upper Provence and Luberon – A cycling jaunt
Ride Provence's villages, vineyards and flower fields (and tackle Ventoux)
Offered by:
Cyclomundo
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 50 87 21 09
Tour length:
3 nights/ 4 days
Price:
From €655
If you have only a short time in Provence, Cyclemundo offer this tour which is an adapted version of one of their best-loved tours for a taste of the best Provence has to offer. Cyclomundo indulges avid cyclists’ need for a brief escape from reality with a complex route that is exhilarating and beautiful. You will ride from the sharp peaks of the Dentelles-de-Montmirail to the heights of Mont Ventoux and finish in the rolling heights of the Luberon. All over Upper Provence you will see pristine villages cling to hillsides, while vineyards and flower fields cover terrain of all types. Price includes 3 nights of accommodation, daily breakfast, 1 dinner, luggage transfer, detailed maps and route notes, a GPS device (subject to availability), and transfers to and from Avignon. Bike rental can be arranged on request.
Upper Provence, Ventoux, and Luberon
Get right to the heart of beautiful Provence on this self-guided holiday
Offered by:
Cyclomundo
Phone number:
+33 (0)4 50 87 21 09
Tour length:
5 nights / 6 days
Price:
From €995
This six-day, self-guided bike tour allows you to explore the heart of Provence at a more challenging level than other tours of the region. Beginning in Bédoin and ending in Gargas, the itinerary features relatively short daily rides, allowing you to fully experience Provence rather than just see it as you pass by. With options to climb legendary Mont Ventoux, or snake through the Gorges de la Nesque, your efforts will be rewarded with numerous spectacular views. Highlights include visits to some of Provence’s most acclaimed wine-making towns (Vacqueyas, Gigondas, Beaumes de Venise), stops in several of France’s “most beautiful” villages (Séguret, Gordes, and Roussillon), and options to climb legendary Mont Ventoux or snake through the Gorges de la Nesque. Each night, you’ll stay in comfortable, character-filled hotels set in utterly charming towns. Price includes 5 nights of accommodation, daily breakfast, 1 dinner, luggage transfer, detailed maps and route notes, a GPS device (subject to availability), and transfers to and from Avignon. Bike rental can be arranged on request.
Van Gogh’s Provence
See the colour of Provence through Van Gogh's eyes
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 3918 7583
Tour length:
5 or 7 nights
Price:
From £965
This pocket of Provençal perfection inspired Vincent van Gogh through the most productive period of his career, with the beauty of the region, both natural and cultural, captured in more than 200 of his works. The route will let you in on your own starry nights in St-Remy-de-Provence, soak up the colours and culture of Arles and explore the glorious Provençal countryside. Highlights include soaking up the atmosphere of Arles from one of its charming cafes, the hilltop haven of Baux-de-Provence, with its vast panoramas, flamingo spotting in the Camargue nature reserve. The price of this tour includes fully serviced bikes, water bottle and accessories, Bed & breakfast basis as standard, 3 & 4 star accommodation, tour information pack upon arrival, detailed navigational material, often including GPS maps, local support whenever needed. E-bikes, flights and transfers are available on request. The tour is fully protected through ABTA and ATOL.
Ventoux Cycling Holidays
My bespoke service to help you plan your Mont Ventoux cycling holiday
It's the icon of Provence, a Tour de France legend. I get loads of enquiries each year about Ventoux cycling holidays and accommodation – to help give you the info you need, I've set up this bespoke service to help you find the right tour for your ability (and budget). Just send me your wishlist and I'll suggest some local options to help take the stress and worry out of your trip. I'll point you to guided or self-guided rides, plus accommodation and support services such as bike hire and transfer services. (I have a similar service for Corsica – for other French cycling holidays, just email me at lyn@freewheelingfrance.com). Photo thanks to Adam Bird.
Ventoux to Avignon
A varied, interesting and exciting pedal through Provence
Offered by:
BSpoke Cycling Tours
Phone number:
+44 (0)20 3918 6543
Tour length:
4 to 6 nights
Price:
From £985
Explore the Côtes du Rhône by pedal power and sample some of the region’s finest landscapes, most charming towns and most delectable wines. The highlights of this tour include the spectacular scenery of the Chateauneuf-du-Pape vineyards, where you are never more than a short walk from an opportunity to indulge in the world-famous local produce, and the city of Avignon, with its rich history as a seat of power for the Catholic church. This is the perfect tour for oenophiles and history buffs alike. Other highlights include sampling the produce of the Château des Fines Roches wine estate during your stay, soaking up the cycle-centric atmosphere of the charming village of Bedoin and exploring the contemporary culture and rich history of Avignon. The price of this tour includes fully serviced bikes, water bottle and accessories, accommodation, tour information pack upon arrival, detailed navigational material, often including GPS maps, local support whenever needed. E-bikes and flights and transfers are available on request. The trip is protected through ABTA and ATOL.
All accommodation has been checked to ensure it meets our cycle-friendly criteria. We also deal with tour operators personally before adding them to the site. To recommend a great French cycling holiday or a nice bike-friendly place to stay, please email lyn@freewheelingfrance.com
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