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Provence – Self-guided

A cycling vacation under the southern sun
Self-guided
The Self-guided experience Self-guided designed for independent cyclists. You choose your departure date and dream destination, and enjoy a trip planned by our advisors: transportation, accommodation, meals, and, of course, our exclusive itineraries. These offer routes of interest around stopover towns chosen for their services and accommodation. This means you set off with all the information you need to ensure your trip runs smoothly. Once you reach your destination, you enjoy greater freedom, without a guide or support vehicle, allowing you to choose how you spend each day!

Starting from

3495$

per person

Duration

13 days

12 nights

Level

Level:

4 - Advanced - hilly and mountainous - 50 to 90 km

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Provençal delights in the shadow of the Giant

Life is good in Provence. The mild climate, gastronomy, and sea air go hand in hand! It's no coincidence that Provence is synonymous with holidays... 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 ruins of Vaison-la-Romaine. Provence is sunshine, light, and colors beloved by Van Gogh and Cézanne, the accent of Pagnol, the scents of lavender and rosemary, bouillabaisse and aioli, rosé and red wines, and evenings that stretch on to prolong the pleasure!

But beware... the Giant of Provence is never far away, and on your last day of cycling you will face the legendary Mont Ventoux, the mythical summit of the Tour de France, which presents itself as a final challenge to crown your trip... unless a free day at its foot seems like a better idea! With the Self-guided option, enjoy your stay as you wish, in complete independence. We give you the itinerary, book your accommodation, and the rest is up to you!

Package includes

transfer between the airport and the hotel, at the destination, on arrival and departure;

12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;

12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;

  • luggage transport between each stage town (one per person, maximum 20 kg) as well as bike box transport;
  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • information to ensure the trip runs smoothly: contact details and phone numbers for transport providers at the destination, bike shops, an emergency number, etc.;
  • taxes;

Not included: air transportation for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment such as bicycles; the presence of a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs in the event of mechanical or physical problems; protection under the Travel Agents Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and applicable discounts.

Package includes

transfer between the airport and the hotel, at the destination, on arrival and departure;

12 nights in a three-star hotel, double occupancy;

12 breakfasts and 2 dinners;

  • luggage transport between each stage town (one per person, maximum 20 kg) as well as bike box transport;
  • GPX data, maps, and daily itineraries in electronic format;
  • information to ensure the trip runs smoothly: contact details and phone numbers for transport providers at the destination, bike shops, an emergency number, etc.;
  • taxes;

Not included: air transportation for the passenger, their luggage, and their bicycle; equipment such as bicycles; the presence of a guide; mechanical assistance and access to a support vehicle; costs in the event of mechanical or physical problems; protection under the Travel Agents Customer Compensation Fund (FICAV), i.e., $1 per $1,000 and applicable discounts.

Other information

Departure/return

Marseille Airport

Marseille Airport

Route rating: 4+
Moderately difficult route: hilly and mountainous, relatively significant elevation changes; 50 to 90 km.

Other information

Departure/return

Marseille Airport

Marseille Airport

Route rating: 4+
Moderately difficult route: hilly and mountainous, relatively significant elevation changes; 50 to 90 km.

Check the elevation profiles

Discover the elevation changes along this route and plan your upcoming trip with all the necessary information. Please note that elevation changes are provided for informational purposes only and may not always reflect the actual conditions on the ground.

Day-by-day cycling itinerary

Short route: 134 km • Long route: 688 km
1

Day 1

Meet at Marseille airport and transfer to Arles (1.5 hours).

2

Day 2

Free day or loop via Fontvieille, Les Baux-de-Provence, St-Rémy-de-Provence, Maussane-les-Alpilles (28 to 47 miles).

3

Day 3

Free day or loop via Stes-Maries-de-la-Mer (50 miles).

4

Day 4

Free day or loop via St-Gilles, Bellegarde, Fourques. (36 miles).

5

Day 5

Arles, Beaucaire, Meynes, Sernhac, Pont du Gard, Remoulins, Fournes, Aramon, Avignon. Option via Domazan, Saze (72 to 77 km).

6

Day 6

Free day or loop via Chateaurenard, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Graveson, St-Michel-de-Frigolet Abbey, Barbentane (31 to 46 miles).

7

Day 7

Free day or loop via Villeneuve-lès-Avignon, Pujaut, Tavel, St-Geniès-de-Comolas, Monfaucon, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and Sorgues (65 km).

8

Day 8

Avignon, Vedène, Sarrians, Aubignan, Beaumes-de-Venise, Vacqueyras, Gigondas, Sablet, Séguret, Vaison-la-Romaine (62 km).

9

Day 9

Free day or loop via Montagne de Bluye, through Faucon, Pierrelongue, Brantes, Entrechaux (15 or 37 miles).

10

Day 10

Free day or loop via Villedieu, Nyons, Les Pilles, Mirabel-aux-Barronies (53 or 62 km).

11

Day 11

Free day or bike loop in Malaucène and Mont Ventoux, Bedoin (37 to 47 miles).

12

Day 12

Transfer from Vaison-la-Romaine to Marseille (2 hours).

13

Day 13

Transfer to Marseille airport.

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