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Premiere Inns
  • $4,798 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$1,590 for sgl. occ.)

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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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All meals included except 2 lunches.

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Meet / Depart

Avignon, France

Special Interest

Culture & History, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Romance &/or Honeymoon

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Provence Biking Tour

Provence Biking

From the Drome to the Luberon

Surrender to the relaxed pace of the Drôme, Vaucluse and Lubéron regions, sun-drenched pockets of Provence rich in truffles, lavender, honey and wine. Ride in the shadow of spectacular Mont Ventoux, past the fertile vineyards of the Côtes du Rhône. Take in the view from the cobblestone steps of medieval hill towns. At dawn, witness the sun as it slinks over limestone peaks, softly bathing olive orchards in a warm glow. The countryside soon awakens - markets burst with color and locals emerge to begin their day, one that seems to remain blissfully undisturbed by the bustle of the 21st century. Evenings in this sleepy undiscovered corner of Provence radiate with the elegance of our luxurious retreats and exquisite dining experiences.

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Days 1-2 uchaux

Gather in Avignon Explore the unspoiled terrain of the Drôme region  Ride to charming hill towns, where time stands still and stunning vistas reveal forests, orchards, meadows and vineyards.

Days 3-4 crillon le brave

At the town's weekly market, indulge in the region's produits du terroir (local foods)  A visit to the Roman ruins of Vaison-la-Romaine offers an intriguing history lesson Pedal on to Côtes du Rhône vineyards and partake in a degustation of local vintages Ride the stunning Gorges de la Nesque to the Provence lavender capital of Sault.

Days 5-6 joucas

Ride to the impressive 12th-century Abbaye de Sénanque  Ascend to Gordes, a glorious village perché clinging to the Vaucluse Plateau Meander the winding cobblestone streets for a taste of medieval Provence Ride through bucolic plains and foothills of the Lubéron Rub shoulders with the locals in quintessential Provençal villages such as Roussillon.

Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.

Lodging What's this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.

Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.

Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.

Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.

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Guest Trip Reviews

Our biking trip in Provence was one of the best vacations I have had. It was well organized, the local inns were charming, and the guides were helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. I am already starting to think about where to go on our next Backroads trip.
Marie Beyette - Pickering, ON

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DISTINGUISHED RETREATS: Premiere Inns

Chateau de Massillan

Uchaux (2 nights): This Condé Nast Traveler Hot List hotel in the Côtes du Rhône vineyards has a pool, potager and stylish guest rooms.

Hotel Crillon le Brave

Crillon le Brave (2 nights): Combining rustic charm and elegant luxury, this Relais & Châteaux-member hotel offers beautiful, newly renovated guest rooms with valley vistas.

Hostellerie le Phebus

Joucas (1 night): An elegant Relais & Châteaux residence crafted from the region’s honey-colored stone, and featuring a Michelin-starred restaurant and a sparkling swimming pool with views of the Lubéron.

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Hotel Crillon le Brave

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Route Rating

Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1 2 Route Options Available
  • 13, 20 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 2 to 4 3 Route Options Available
  • 22, 32, 50 miles
  • 1500 - 2500 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 1 to 5 3 Route Options Available
  • 19, 41, 58 miles
  • 500 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Levels 2 to 4 2 Route Options Available
  • 27, 50 miles
  • 2500 - 3000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Levels 2 to 4  3 Route Options Available
  • 21, 36, 44 miles
  • 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 9 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours		 10-20
miles		 2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours		 21-30
miles		 5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours		 31-40
miles		 7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours		 41-55
miles		 9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours		 56-75+
miles		 11-13+
miles