Cycling Tour of Provence, France

7 Days, Multiple Departures

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Cycling Tour of Provence, France
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The tour begins in the Préalpes d’Azur and the breathtaking Gorges du Verdon. From here ride north to the Sisteron-Beuch region before riding east up the Gorges de la Meouge & the Gorges de la Nesque to the picturesque village of Mazan. From Mazan take a restful ride around Luberon and the iconic villages of Rousillon, Gordes and Murs before finishing the week with the Giant of Provence, Mont Ventoux.

Stay in beautiful hotels along the route such as the 4-star Bastide du Calalou, Le Patio de Sophie in Sisteron, and the Chateau de Mazan. Enjoy the best of French wines and cuisine each day, with breakfast, lunch and 3 evening meals included in the price of the tour. Some highlights inlcude evening meals at a traditional French gastronomic restaurant, L’Ingénue, a home-cooked meal at Le Patio de Sophie and a moden, creative menu prepared by the chef at Bastide du Calalou.

Don’t miss this chance to explore the spectacular landscapes of Provence on two wheels. Our support vehicle will never be far from the group should you wish to take a break.

Tour highlights

Provençal charm and hospitality

The mighty Mont Ventoux

Prealps de Azur

Luberon

Gorges du Verdon

Duration: 7 days

Distance: 563 km

Region: France

Terrain: Road

Level: Advanced

Average distance x day: 94 km

Average time x day: 4 hours 41 minutes

Full Support

Enjoy small group sizes and professional, personal support all week from your guides & support vehicle.

We work with an industry leading guide to guest ratio – expect up to 4 guests per guide on the trip with guides leading the way on the road and a support vehicle close by at all times. Note that for groups of 4 riders or less this tour is run as a guided trip without the support vehicle.

The ride support vehicle is stocked with natural ride nutrition, electrolytes and water, as well as a full set of tools to resolve any mechanicals. On selected days the support crew will serve a delicious picnic lunch in a scenic location en route. Enjoy local foods chosen to keep you feeling energized and healthy.

Our guides are experienced riders from all walks of life united by a love of cycling who’ll help to keep the group safe, motivated and savoring the trip of a lifetime.

All guests will receive access to our digital Road Book and routes, giving everyone the flexibility to ride at their own pace.

Is this tour for me?

Intermediate

Rated 3 out of 4 our Advanced tours are designed for people who ride regularly and want back to back challenging days on the bike. Riders should be confident riding in a small group, comfortable on extended climbs (at your own pace) and have good bike handling skills on corners and descents. E-bikes are available on all of our tours.

About

Cycling: Full support

Accommodation: 3* and 4* hotels

Food: Breakfast, lunch & 4 evening meals

Airfare

Transfers

Fly to Venice or Treviso Airport

We recommend you bring your own bike.

"Awesome service, we rented 2 Kona’s to ride the Vies Verde to Olot, the staff in the the rental shop was top notch. I’ve been a competitive cyclist for 30 years and I’ve seen a lot, these guys are number 1 in my book! Already looking forward to a longer stay in Girona."

- Brian, Canada

"The whole team was great. Nothing was too much trouble, our itinerary was spot on and was tweaked on the fly according to our wishes and how the group was traveling. Can't recommend them enough, with a special shout out to Peter who was with us for the entire time and really made the trip something special."

- Mark, Australia

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Provence!

Welcome to Provence! Once arrive in Moissac-Bellevue, head out with the cycling team for a warm-up ride au Bord tu Lac and settle into the rhythm of the week ahead. Relax by the pool in the afternoon and spend your first night in France at the charming 4* Bastide du Calalou Hotel.

Eat: Light light, evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Warm up ride - 41.3 km, 691 m

Day 2 The Verdon Loop

On day 2, enjoy incredible views of the mightly Gorges du Verdon and its wonderful turquoise waters and complete an undulating route through the spectacular Provençal countryside. Enjoy lunch en route prepared by the Eat Sleep Cycle support team and spend the afternoon cooling off in the hotel swimming pool.

Eat: Breakfast, picnic lunch, free evening in the village

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Verdon Loop - 131.1 km, 2,966 m

Day 3 From Moissac-Bellevue to Sisteron

On day 3, ride from Moissac-Bellevue to Sisteron, nestled on the banks of the river Durance between two long mountain ridges. Start the ride by passing past the Gorges du Verdon once again, before carrying on north through the hilly countryside. Spend the night at Le Patio de Sophie, a boutique hotel situated in front of the citadel. Enjoy a wonderful welcome & stay with our hostess Sophie.

Eat: Breakfast, picnic lunch, evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Moissac-Bellevue to Sisteron - 122.2 km, 2,226 m

Day 4 From Sisteron to Mazan

The tour advances west on day 4, with a 112 km route that starts with a gentle climb. The second half of the ride is a majority downhill route until today's destination of Mazan. Highlights of the day include the villages of Sederon & Sault, the Gorges de la Meouge. Spend the afternoon resting or exploring the quaint village of Mazan. Spend the night in the Chateau de Mazan, a gorgoeus hotel featuring a Chateau & 18th century mansion.

Eat: Breakfast, picnic lunch, evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Sisteron to Mazan - 111.8 km, 1,433 m

Day 5 Discover Luberon

A Provençal loop is on the cards for the penultimate day of this tour. Highlights of the day include the picturesque villages of Murs, Rousillon & Gordes, the Sénanque Abbey. Spend another at the Chateau de Mazan.

Eat: Breakfast. Breakfast, picnic lunch, free evening in Mazan

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Luberon Loop - 81.9 km, 1,468 m

Day 6 The Might Mont Ventoux

The final ride on the cards for this Tour of Provence is one ascent of the mighty Mont Ventoux. It has been the scene of one of the most grueling climbs in the Tour de France, which has ascended the mountain eighteen times since 1951. Make you final day truly epic by adding a second ascent from Malaucène! Spend the final night of the tour at the Chateau de Mazan.

Eat: Breakfast. Breakfast, picnic lunch, evening meal

Sleep: Hotel

Cycle: Ascend Mont Ventoux - 74.3 km, 1,969 m

Day 7 Departures from Mazan

Take some final picturs and exchange contacts with the other members of the tour, it's time to say farewell! Departures from Mazan.

Eat: Breakfast

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Things to keep in mind

More than 90 days - No Cancellation Fee 

61 – 90 Days - 50% of Tour Price

31 – 60 days - 75% of Tour Price

0 – 30 days - 100% of Tour Price

The parties agree to this combined travel contract, which is subject to the following PARTICULAR CONDITIONS.

TOUR NAME. As established in the Trip Notes, sent to the guest.

DATE OF TOUR. As established in the Trip Notes, sent to the guest.

PRICE. As established in the Trip Notes.

PLACE OF DEPARTURE AND RETURN. As established in the Trip Notes.

PLACE, METHOD, AND CALENDAR OF PAYMENT. As established in the Trip Notes

SCHEDULE. As established in the Trip Notes.

ITINERARY AND PREVIOUS SERVICES. As established in the Trip Notes and supplemented with the documentation that will be delivered to the guest before departure in the Tour Itinerary.

ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED, CATEGORY, CHARACTERISTICS, AND SITUATION. As established in the Trip Notes. The guest expressly acknowledges being informed of this, giving his/her agreement to the categories, characteristics, and situation of the hotels and means of transport that will be used in the contracted trip. Hotels may vary depending on their occupancy.

MINIMUM NUMBER OF PEOPLE. The completion of this trip requires the minimum number of people that the Trip Notes expressly indicate (if a minimum is not required, this clause is not applicable). The Agency may cancel the trip if a minimum number of people is required and this minimum is not reached. See Trip Notes for the specific conditions of your tour.

EXECUTION OF THE TOUR. The Agency is responsible for the correct execution of all travel services included in the contract (by article 161 of Bill no. RD 1/2007). The Agency shall provide adequate assistance without undue delay to the traveler in need of assistance. The Agency may invoice a reasonable surcharge for such assistance if the need for assistance has been caused intentionally or due to the negligence of the guest. Said surcharge will in no case exceed the actual costs incurred by the Agency. The guest must inform the Agency without undue delay of any lack of compliance observed during the execution of a travel service included in the contract.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN GUESTS. Visas, passports, fees, and other necessary documentation may be required, as established in the Trip Notes.

INSURANCE

Assistance Insurance. The contracted trip includes the option to obtain travel assistance

Cancellation Insurance. The consumer declares that he/she has been informed by the Agency of the possibility of contracting insurance, paid by the guest, which covers the costs of cancellation and to have assistance covering the cost of repatriation or transfer to the place of origin, in case of accident, illness or death as well as other eventualities.

Insurance in case of insolvency. The purpose of the insurance is to respond to the fulfillment of the obligations arising from the provision of services to the contractors of a combined trip and, especially, to the reimbursement of the funds deposited in the event of insolvency or bankruptcy of the Agency. By European, Spanish, and Catalan legislation, The host has contracted insurance with the following company:

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