Grand Tour 2027
Duration: 6 days and 5 nights
Date*
September 10–25, 2026
Europe
France
Provence
A cycling vacation under the southern sun
Flight included
Starting at
7798$
per person
Duration
15 days
14 nights
Level
Level:
4 - Advanced - rolling and mountainous - 50 to 90 km
Dates and Prices
Date*
Duration
Prices starting at
Note
Duration
15
days
/
14
nights
Prices starting at:
$7,798 per person
Guaranteed departure
( * Please contact us to check availability. )
Provençal Delicacies in the Shadow of the Giant
Life is so good in Provence. That’s because the mild climate, fine cuisine, and sea air go hand in hand! It’s no wonder that Provence is synonymous with vacation… Just imagine: Les-Baux-de-Provence—one of the most beautiful villages in France—the impressive Pont du Gard, the Palais des Papes in Avignon, and the many ancient ruins of Vaison-la-Romaine. Provence is all about the sun, the light, and the colors so beloved by Van Gogh and Cézanne; Pagnol’s accent; the scents of lavender and rosemary; bouillabaisse and aioli; rosé and red wines; and evenings that stretch on and on to make the pleasure last!
But be warned… the Giant of Provence is never far away, and during your stay you’ll have the chance to tackle the legendary Mont Ventoux, the iconic peak of the Tour de France that serves as a final challenge to cap off your trip… unless you think a free day at its foot sounds like a better idea!
Package includes
air transportation of the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle on Air Transat;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
14 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
- Transportation of luggage between each stopover city (one bag per person, maximum 20 kg) as well as transportation of the bike box;
- The guide will map out the route and update the GPX data via Ride with GPS before the group sets out;
- Supervision of a VQV guide;
- Mechanical breakdown assistance and access to a replacement vehicle;
- Sharing of GPX or Ride with GPS data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format 24 or 48 hours before departure;
- Taxes;
- Coverage under the Travel Agent Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which amounts to $1 per $1,000, as well as the applicable discount.
Package includes
air transportation of the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle on Air Transat;
transportation between the airport and the hotel at the destination, both on the way there and on the way back;
14 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;
14 breakfasts and 3 dinners;
- Transportation of luggage between each stopover city (one bag per person, maximum 20 kg) as well as transportation of the bike box;
- The guide will map out the route and update the GPX data via Ride with GPS before the group sets out;
- Supervision of a VQV guide;
- Mechanical breakdown assistance and access to a replacement vehicle;
- Sharing of GPX or Ride with GPS data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format 24 or 48 hours before departure;
- Taxes;
- Coverage under the Travel Agent Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), which amounts to $1 per $1,000, as well as the applicable discount.
Package does not include
equipment, such as a bicycle
Travel and Cancellation Insurance
Package does not include
equipment, such as a bicycle
Travel and Cancellation Insurance
Additional Information
Departure/Return
Montreal-Trudeau/Marseille
Marseille/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 4
Fairly difficult route: hilly and mountainous, with relatively steep climbs; 50 to 90 km.
Additional Information
Departure/Return
Montreal-Trudeau/Marseille
Marseille/Montreal-Trudeau
For groups of 12 or more cyclists, accompanied by our guide.
Route rating: 4
Fairly difficult route: hilly and mountainous, with relatively steep climbs; 50 to 90 km.
Check the elevation profiles
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Day-by-Day Cycling Itinerary
Short route: 437 km / Long route: 940 km
1
Day 1
Departure from Montreal-Trudeau to Marseille the day before.
Arrival in Marseille and transfer to Arles (1 hour 30 minutes).
2
Day 2
A day off or a loop route via Fontvieille, Les Baux-de-Provence, St-Rémy-de-Provence, Montmajour Abbey, and Maussane-les-Alpilles (44 or 74 km).
3
Day 3
Arles, Saint-Gilles, Générac, Caissargues, Nîmes. Alternative route via Franquevaux (46 to 59 km).
4
Day 4
Nîmes, Poulx, Cabrières, Collias, the Pont du Gard, Remoulins, Théziers, Aramon, Font d’Irac, Avignon. Alternative route via Domazan and Suze (68 or 73 km).
5
Day 5
Free day or loop route via Chateaurenard, Eyragues, Maillane, Graveson, Saint-Michel-de-Frigolet Abbey, Rognonas; optional route via Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Les Baux-de-Provence (50 to 73 km).
6
Day 6
Avignon, Pujaut, Tavel, St-Laurent-des-Arbres, St-Geniès-de-Comolas, Le Cros, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Orange. Alternative route via Saint-Victor-la-Coste and Cinq Sols (51 to 67 km).
7
Day 7
Orange, Camaret-sur-Aigues, Violes, Sablet, Séguret, Vaison-la-Romaine. Alternative route via Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Beaumes-de-Venise, Lafare, Suzette, Malaucène, Veaux, Entrechaux, Saint-Marcellin-lès-Vaison. (32 to 82 km).
8
Day 8
A day off, or a loop route via St-Romain-en-Viennois, Faucon, Pierrelongue, and Brantes (25 or 60 km); or a round trip or loop route to Mont Ventoux (61 or 73 km).
9
Day 9
Vaison-la-Romaine, Entrechaux, Malaucène, Caromb, Mazan, St-Dizier, Fontaine de Vaucluse, Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Alternative route via Bédouin, Gorge de la Nesque, Blauvac, Malmort-du-Comtat (57 to 107 km).
10
Day 10
Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, Cabrières-d’Avignon, Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lourmarin, Cadenet, La Roque d’Anthéron. Loop route via Sénanque Abbey (70 to 81 km).
11
Day 11
La Roque d’Anthéron, Lambesc, Rognes, Saint-Estève-Janson, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade, La Cride, Aix-en-Provence. Alternative route via Saint-Cannat and Aiguilles. (48 or 82 km).
12
Day 12
A day off or a loop around Montagne Sainte-Victoire via Vauvenargues, Pourrières, and Puyloubier (63 km).
13
Day 13
Aix-en-Provence, Le Tholonet, Fuveau, Belcodène, Auriol, Roquevaire, Aubagne, Roquefort-la-Bédoule, Cassis. Optional route via the Col de l’Espigoulier, Gémenos (65 or 80 km).
14
Day 14
Free day or loop route via La Ciotat and the Cassis Cliffs. (26 km)
15
Day 15
Transfer to the Marseille airport and return to Montreal.
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