Provence Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Casual Hotels
Provence Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-5
Casual Hotels
2026: Apr-Jun, Sep-Oct
St-Rémy, Luberon Villages & Van Gogh Country
Pedal through southern France’s Alpilles and Luberon, past olive groves and vineyards, limestone peaks and timeless hamlets. With stunning views and gourmet cuisine, it’s a classic for a reason.
Highlights
- Bike through iconic hilltop villages, rural countryside and riverside greenery
- Savor Provençal specialties like goat cheese, olives, truffles and herbes de Provence
- Discover the vibrant artist community of St-Rémy and admire the landscapes that inspired Van Gogh
- Experience Provençal life in renowned Gordes, ocher-hued Roussillon and beautiful Venasque
- Weave between mountain tunnels and striated limestone cliffs through the Gorges del a Nesque, one of France’s largest and most wild ravines
Start/End Avignon
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Visit the ancient Roman Pont du Gard aqueduct, a World Heritage Site • Bike across the Rhône River into Provence • Explore St-Rémy, a vibrant artist enclave filled with fountains, gardens, cozy cafés and tree-lined boulevards • Cycle a peaceful route into the Alpilles, a world of pale cliffs and cypress trees • Ride to Eygalières, a small terraced town • In the pretty village of Les Baux-de-Provence, stroll through a multimedia exhibit that celebrates some of the world's great artists.
Nights 1-2
This elegant Provençal estate, surrounded by majestic gardens and centenary plane trees, offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from vibrant Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. (pool)
Day 3
Welcome to the Luberon! Bike through a green landscape to picturesque perched villages nestled among dramatic limestone peaks • Admire the unique colors of Roussillon • Cycle through Oppède-le-Vieux, Ménerbes and Lacoste, villages that may seem delightfully familiar if you've read Peter Mayle's A Year in Provence.
Night 3
Relax in a 17th-century country home full of Provencal charm and surrounded by green mountains, olive trees, gardens and vineyards. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Marvel at the grace of Gordes, a striking village perché • Pause at a café in Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, a postcard-perfect hamlet • Savor the sunlight over the hills in Venasque, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France • Quiet bike roads lead through rolling fields of lavender and wheat into the foothills of Mont Ventoux, known as the Giant of Provence • Ride the stunning Gorges de la Nesque below spectacular Mont Ventoux on your way to Sault or test your cycling prowess on a climb up Ventoux • Meander through winding cobblestone streets for a taste of medieval Provence • Enjoy a final spin through the historic Côtes du Ventoux vineyards.
Nights 4-5
This elegant 18th-century château, former residence of the Marquis de Sade, rests at the foot of towering Mont Ventoux. (pool)
What's Included
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Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Casual Hotel
This elegant Provençal estate, surrounded by majestic gardens and centenary plane trees, offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from vibrant Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. (pool)
Night 3
Casual Hotel
Relax in a 17th-century country home full of Provencal charm and surrounded by green mountains, olive trees, gardens and vineyards. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
This elegant 18th-century château, former residence of the Marquis de Sade, rests at the foot of towering Mont Ventoux. (pool)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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