Cycling in Provence
Cycling in Provence
Cycling in Provence
8 Days Starting in Carpentras and ending in Roussillon
Visiting: Carpentras, Beaumes-de-Venise, Dentelles de Montmirail, Mount Ventoux, Lumières, Roussillon, Gordes, Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MFP
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 16
Physical rating:
Moderate
Age range:
16 to 99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
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Tour Overview
Cycle in the stunning Provence and explore beautiful vineyards, olive groves and chateaux around one of the most picturesque parts of France. Our route passes through quintessential French villages such as Pernes les Fontaines and L’isle sur Sorgue where you will have the chance to soak up the sun and sample local wine. This trip offers a wonderful cycling experience as you wind your way past cultivated fields with Mont Ventoux providing the backdrop on the way to gorgeous hill towns such as Lacoste, Menerbes and Roussillon.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Start Carpentras
Location: Carpentras
Meals Included: No Meals
Start at the Hotel Best Western Comtadin in Carpentras. In the evening our
guide will hold a welcome meeting to discuss the week ahead, give advice on
the local area and answer any questions.
Day 2 : Loop Ride – Beaumes De Venise – Dentelles De Montmirail
Location: Beaumes-de-Venise, Dentelles de Montmirail
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we cycle along the canal of Carpentras, pass through lovely vineyards
and with splendid views of Dentelles de Montmirail.
Day 3 : Loop Ride – Cycle The Foot Of Mont Ventoux
Location: Mount Ventoux
Meals Included: Breakfast
We cycle through many different cultivated fields, brimming with
strawberries, asparagus and vineyards. We will also see the giant Mont
Ventoux in the background during our journey. Today we visit the villages of
Bedoin, Mormoiron and the old 12th century fortified town of Mazan.
Day 4 : Carpentras To Lumieres – Ride Of The Fountain Villages.
Location: Carpentras, Lumières
Meals Included: Breakfast
We visit beautiful villages like Pernes les Fontaines which is home to more
than 40 ancient fountains, and Fontaine de Vaucluse, which is most
famous for being the town where the source of the Sorgue River is
located. We also pass through L’isle sur Sorgue, known as the island town
of Provence and stop at some beautiful view points on the way. We also visit
an olive oil mill during our ride.
We arrive at the 3* Hostellerie Notre Dame Des Lumieres, built in an old
monastery with swimming pool and large park where we can relax.
Day 5 : Lumières To Roussillon
Location: Lumières, Roussillon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will pass by the most iconic villages of Provence, including
Menerbes, Lacoste and Bonnieux, with amazing views at the foot of Luberon and
Mont Ventoux in the background. We will taste some local goat cheese during
our ride.
Then pass by the town of Apt before we arrive at ou hotel for the next three
nights.
Day 6 : Free Day In Roussillon
Location: Roussillon
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is free to either relax or enjoy the local Thursday market day or visit
the Ochres site and museum.
Day 7 : Gordes And Senanque Abbaye
Location: Gordes, Abbaye Notre-Dame de Sénanque
Meals Included: Breakfast
If there is only one village to visit in Provence it has to be Gordes. It is
a magnificent perched village, where many movie stars and artists have made
their home. From here we continue our journey to Senanque, a splendid 12th
century Cistercian abbey which you can visit (optional).
Day 8 : End Carpentras.
Location: Carpentras
Meals Included: Breakfast
Following breakfast we say our goodbyes.
What's Included
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Local bike hire
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All accommodationÂ
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Local guide throughoutÂ
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All breakfasts
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Flights (if booking flight inclusive)
What's Not Included
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Personal insurance
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Visas or vaccinations
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Single accommodation (available on request)
Food
All breakfasts included in the trip. Each day we will stop at a bakery or store for you to buy your lunch. There is a great variety of restaurants to choose from for evening meals and your leader will be able to provide recommendations.
Accommodation
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
16
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3-star hotels
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
16+ Age people can go on this tour.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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