Overview

Welcome to la belle Provence, where your Tour de France adventure begins! After a 50-minute private shuttle, you’ll arrive in the countryside for a classic Provençal lunch and a taste of quintessential Lubéron wines. Following introductions, your guides will cover bike safety, cycling tips for Provence, and ensure a comfortable fit on your Trek bicycle. Then we’ll set off for a scenic introductory ride. You’ll arrive at your charming hotel in Gordes with time to unwind, explore the grounds, before meeting the group for social hour and dinner at our favorite local bistro, featuring fresh, contemporary cuisine with the region's best flavors.

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Today is all about thrilling race action as the pros tackle a mountaintop finish on Mont Ventoux. After a hearty breakfast, we will ride toward the race course, where the excitement is palpable, with fans lining the roads for this iconic stage. Join your fellow travelers at Trek Travel’s Signature Race Access Event, perfectly positioned for prime views of the live race action. Indulge in a delicious lunch before heading to the course to catch "swag" from the caravan as it rolls by. Immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere among die-hard fans who’ve camped out for days, and cheer on the climbers racing past in their battle for glory. You'll then watch the final sprint to the finish line on TV from our prime location to see who claims yellow on this legendary stage. After the race has finished, and the roads reopen, spin back to the hotel for another delightful Provençal feast.

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Today is your chance to follow in the pedal strokes of the peloton as you take on an ascent of the Géant de Provence—the mighty Mont Ventoux. Starting from Bédoin, this classic route is renowned as one of the most challenging climbs in the Tour de France, where forested switchbacks open into a long ascent across a barren moonscape toward the iconic tower at the summit. Mont Ventoux has crowned champions and seen its share of tragedies, each moment a storied chapter in cycling history, and by taking on this challenge, you’ll carve out your own place in its legacy. Our guides will be there to support you every step of the way! Alternatively, you may choose to end your ride in the charming village of Bédoin, where you can enjoy a relaxing afternoon among lively shops, outdoor cafés, and restaurants before a shuttle returns you to the hotel.. This evening we´ll relax and savor a delightful dinner together.

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Following your morning café au lait and pain au chocolat, head out for another ride in paradise. Today's ride is indicative of the quintessential beauty and simplicity of Provence. Be prepared to take many photos this morning as you ride through Gordes, a picture-perfect, stone-built village that sits perched high above the Luberon valley. You'll then head to the iconic and often photographed Abbaye de Senanque – a Cistercian abbey dating to the 12th-century, whose monks still produce lavender and honey. Here you can admire the meticulous lavender-lined garden in the front of the abbey before getting back on the road. Afterwards, make your way to Venasque, which boasts one of the most wild, rugged, and breathtaking passes in all of Provence. You'll then stop for a coffee break in the charming town of Saint-Didier, where you can appreciate the beauty of its church and tree-lined streets. This is a day of highs, as lunch today is also an experience to remember. We'll be welcomed by a family of truffle hunters who will host a three-course truffle lunch in their private oak tree garden. This afternoon you'll shuttle back to the hotel, where you can relax by the pool or indulge in a soothing massage. Tonight, you are once again free to explore Gordes for dinner at one of the many fantastic restaurants.

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Today you'll visit an area of Provence legendary for its medieval hilltop villages, rolling hills, and quiet winding roadways. Orchards of cherry trees and vineyards line your route as you pedal to the Roussillon open-air market. We will stop briefly, to explore the market and make sure you've had the chance to admire the stunning ocher cliffs of Roussillon. Then, ride over the Pont Julien, a 2,000-year-old Roman bridge that spans the Calavon River. Explore the cobblestone streets and art galleries of Bonnieux and admire a spectacular view of the Château Lacoste beckons as you climb to this quaint village to find your perfect bistro lunch. Post-lunch will lead you through villages tucked along the Luberon ridge, all the way back to the hotel. This afternoon, relax as a group with a glass of wine and perhaps enjoy a few rounds of pétanque, one of Provence’s favorite pastimes. Before dinner, we'll gather for a private wine tasting of Rhône wines with Laetitia, our local sommelier. We'll then spend the evening celebrating from a beautiful terrace in the heart of the Luberon. Enjoy dinner tonight at one of our favorite local restaurants, where our host and chef perfectly blends fresh ingredients with cooking styles from Provence, as we reminisce with newfound friends about our incredible Provence bike trip.

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All good things must come to an end, and now, sadly, it’s true for our Tour de France cycling adventure in Provence. This morning you'll have the chance for one last loop in the Luberon; a beautiful spin along the valley floor to the dramatic limestone cliff that towers over the village of Lioux. Or if you’d rather skip the ride, you are welcome to sleep in and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. A private Trek Travel shuttle will depart from the hotel at 11:00 AM. You will say farewell to your guides before the one-hour huttle to the Avignon Central Train Station or the TGV station. Please do not schedule a train out of Avignon before 12:30 PM on the last day of the trip to allow plenty of time for any unforeseen delays.

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