WHAT ONE OF OUR TYPICAL PROVENCE BIKE TRIPS LOOKS LIKE.
After running Provence bike tours for 15 years, it's become clear to us that there are 2 different types of cyclists,
that want 2 different types of bike tours.
Our first biker is more about leisure and sightseeing in a healthy way, on a bike, and usually wants smaller to medium distances,
with easier climbing.
With our second biker, it tends to be more about the exercise and sporting effort, with less tourism and stopping.
So, in order for our bike tours to work, we have made them very flexible, thus making sure that each biker gets the cycling holiday they want.
With this in mind, we have designed our Ride Directory, so that each of the "Moderate" level rides in the different geographic zones, work very well for the first, leisure style biker. As with this level of ride, you get to see all the main sights, having a great full day out, without a massive effort.
Whereas with our full-on biker, our "Large" or "XL" level rides are the best match. Lots of kms and hard climbing if you want it, and with as much stopping as you want...
Below we have laid out what one of our Provence bike trips can look like, for both of these types of bikers:
Remember that these itineraries are by no way set in stone. These are guides as to what your bike vacation could look like. When your here, by using our Ride Directory (of 30+ self guided rides) and our input, we can easily put together the bike trip that is right for you, thus making the most of your time biking in Provence.
Tour type 1: Leisure & Sight Seeing – With a smaller amount of bike time.
Day 1: Arrival @ 4pm (Early arrivals from Noon) - Pick up bikes & GPS. A welcome drink and a full run-down on how to use the GPS and our Ride Directory and other important infos. Then maybe a short cycle ride or a dip in the pool before dinner.
Day 2 - 2 of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France".
Cruise through the beautiful ochre countryside and the magnificent lavender fields to Roussillon. Visit an authentic Provençal market,
then Lunch at one of our favourite bistros on the "Place du Village", then visit the abandoned ochre surface mines with their spectacular
colours and sculptured landscapes.
Continue on through the valley with its stunning views up to Gordes village. We'll take you the easy way up, so you can then take in the
atmosphere, and all the history, with a stroll through your second classified "Most Beautiful Village in France" of the day. Take a seat
at the pretty fountain café & enjoy French life.
Visit, buy & try at one of our choice vineyards on the way home... Provence Rosé, it's famous for a reason...
41kms / 25 miles.
Day 3 - Along the waterways.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and then walk to the Lavender Museum in the village, and maybe invest in some local Provençal lavender produce.
Then jump on the bike for a day of pancake flat riding, visiting the beautiful riverside villages of Fontaine de Vaucluse & L'Isle sur la
Sorgue. Admire the crystal-clear water as you sit by one of the many riverside restaurants and cafés in Fontaine. Walk up to the biggest spring
in France, and maybe take in the interesting French Resistance Museum on the way back down.
Carry on along the river, past the many picnic spots and cafés towards L'Isle sur la Sorgue. It's one of the Antiques capitals of France,
with dozens of shops ready to part with all sizes of souvenirs. There's a great feeling to this small town as you walk along the river;
restaurants, cafés, interesting boutiques, and some of the best gelato you'll ever have! Back to the farmhouse through the orchards and
on the train bike track...
36kms / 23 miles.
Day 4 - A Day in spectacular “Year in Provence" country.
Visit Peter Mayle's - Year in Provence territory. Start by tracking through the beautiful small lanes and farmland and vineyards to
Menerbes (where his book was set), take a walk through the village with its elegant stone architecture, towards the Château
and the beautiful vista into the Luberon valley.
Then you can start your 15kms cruise along the superb, peaceful bike route. Along the way, visit the unique medieval village of
Oppede le Vieux (a bit of an unknown gem - which was hit by an earthquake in the 14th century!) where you can take an interesting
walk up through the abandoned houses to the rocky spur with its magnificent 360° views, ancient Château and Church – unforgettable! Then
why not enjoy the moment at one of the cafés on the pretty bell tower square.
Continue along the bike route at the foot of the Luberon hills until you reach Les Taillades. Where there's an intriguing visit to
be had in the old stone quarry - with its tiny church and houses randomly built in and around it! Then hop onto the train bike track
and head back to the B&B via our village, Coustellet, and all its boutiques and amenities…
33kms / 21 miles.
Day 5 - Ride the train bike track then onto beautiful Bonnieux...
We are lucky to have a beautifully tarmacked bike path (that was once a rail track) pretty much at the end of our garden - no cars,
and no worries, just peaceful biking with your friends for up to 30kms... This ride makes very good use of it, travelling through the
lavender fields along the way.
We next take you the gentle way up, past the pretty stone farmhouses, through the vineyards, to our destination; the elegant stone village
of Bonnieux - once home to Popes of Avignon. A great visit starts on foot at the lower church and heads up through the stone lanes and
stairways. Along the way, you'll pass the numerous boutiques, our favourite café and terrace, a traditional Provencal market, art galleries
etc. And when you get to the 12th century church at the top - enjoy the exceptional panorama down into the Luberon valley.
Then why not stop off for some wine tasting at 1 of the 2 (or both!) recommended vineyards on the way home - reds, whites, rosés -
great wines, lots of choice!
33 kms / 21 miles.
Day 6 - 2 unknown, medieval Luberon treasures.
Start off by heading through the beautiful, quiet countryside on your way to the charming old, stone village of Goult.
It's strangely off the tourist circuit, but well worth a visit. There's an enjoyable sign posted walk to be had, taking in the perfect 18th
century windmill, the 15th century ramparts and village, an elegant château, and it all ends up happily at one of the most typically French
cafés you'll ever see and the Provencal market! Enjoy the atmosphere...
Head out of the village, down into the valley and start the climb, the easiest way to Lacoste. As with all of the Luberon stone
villages that we visit, this place has a unique feel to it. The Café de France is a great place for lunch, with breath-taking views into
the valley, and a great place to start a village walk. Head up through the picturesque, narrow stone cobbled lanes and the 17th century
buildings, winding your way up to the Marquis de Sade's Château.
Back through the pretty farmland, and via the bike track to our farmhouse.
35 kms / 21 miles.
Day 7 - Departure after breakfast.
Tour type 2: Where it’s all about the biking - with greater distances covered (and of course lots of sights taken in).
Day 1: Arrival @ 4pm (Early arrivals from Noon)
Pick up bikes & GPS. A welcome drink and a full run-down on how to use the GPS and our Ride Directory and other important infos.
Then maybe a short cycle ride or a dip in the pool before dinner.
Day 2 – To Gordes & beyond… A superb ride visiting 2 of the “Most beautiful villages in France”, many other pretty stone villages
and some beautiful climbing in the pine canyons through the Monts de Vaucluse.
We start by swinging through the tiny lanes to the quiet village of Lagnes, and then head up through the pines. We then take you the Tour
de France route up to Gordes with its stunning views, where it’s well worth taking taking a breather and a stroll, before heading up
through the stunning canyons to the Col de Murs (hill pass) and Lioux.
Sweeping down into St Saturnin les Apt, after about 45kms, with most of the climbing done, why not head to one of our recommended
bistros, with its great local cuisine – you’ll have earned it after all!
Continuing through the famous Luberon valley we head up amongst the ochre-coloured landscapes to the picturesque Roussillon.
Take a walk and stop off at the atmospheric “Place du Village” with its many cafés for some refreshment.
Then it’s back home through superb biking country to the B&B.
84kms / 53 miles – 1212 metres of climbing.
Day 3 - Scenic tour around the Luberon Mountains (that’s around, not over, it’s still hilly though…) to the very Provençal village of
Lourmarin.
We head off along the flat, via the train bike track, swinging through the quiet park land at the foot of the spectacular Luberon mountains.
Then we take the “roller coasters” on the South side of the Luberon mountains, through the pines and the pretty villages until we get to the
very elegant, Provençal village of Lourmarin, one of the two jewels that we’ll visit on the day.
Next there’s a loop heading out to the medieval village of Cucuron, ancient, interesting, and the backdrop to many a film!
The mini loop ends back in Lourmarin again, at 60kms, where we have a great café for you, for lunch, on the quintessentially French
cobbled square!
We then head up through the stunning canyon road arriving in the North Luberon valley, the perfect cycling terrain continues on,
through the country lanes heading towards home.
Then why not stop off for some wine tasting at 1 of the 2 (or both!) recommended vineyards on the way home - reds, whites, rosés -
great wines, lots of choice!
90kms / 56 miles – 940 metres of climbing.
Day 4 - A Day in spectacular "Year in Provence" country.
Start by heading off through the beautiful Luberon countryside and vineyards towards Saint Pantaleon, cycling through the largest and
most picturesque lavender fields in the valley…
We’ll track through the superb small lanes and farmland to Menerbes (where the Peter Mayle book was set), with its elegant stone
architecture, Château, and beautiful vista into the Luberon valley, it’s well worth a visit.
Next up it’s a 25kms cruise along the superb, peaceful bike route. Taking us through the unique earthquaked medieval
village of Oppede le Vieux where you can take an interesting walk up through the abandoned houses to the rocky spur with its
magnificent 360° views, ancient Château, and Church – unforgettable! Then why not enjoy the moment at one of the cafes on the pretty
bell tower square.
Our route continues out around the mountain to Taillades through the parkland to Cheval Blanc, and onto the train bike track,
with another great vineyard for tasting just 1km out from home…
74kms / 46 miles – 768 metres of climbing.
Day 5 – Along the waterways, and then we head for the hills…
So, it’s onto the bike, and a flat start heading towards the beautiful riverside village of Fontaine de Vaucluse,
and a long loop alongside the crystal-clear water. Then we have a change of scenery and gradient and some nice climbing as we head
up into the quiet, magnificent pine bordered roads into the Monts du Vaucluse, and onto the pretty village of Venasque.
We head down into St Didier, which is a great spot for lunch, with great cafés. There is then a long, fast sweep down towards
L’Isle sur la Sorgue. There's a great feeling to this small town as you walk along the river; restaurants, cafés, interesting
boutiques, and some of the best gelato you'll ever have!
Back through the orchards and on the train bike track to the farmhouse...
Maybe check out the very good wine cooperative in the village – just 5 minutes from home.
68kms / 43 miles – 626 metres of climbing.
Day 6 – Finish in style by tackling the Tour de France classic – Mont Ventoux “The Giant of Provence” - considered the hardest climb on the
tour…
So first up – this one comes with a health warning – and that’s not a joke!
Once you’ve considered that, it’s time to take some essential calories on board with a decent breakfast, and make sure you fill up
your water bottles.
Then it’s a 50-minute drive to Bedoin (Alt 283m) for the official Tour de France start point. It’s only 21kms to the top – but it’s a
lot of altitude gain with 1629 metres in one go, with no real let up…
It’s all very reasonable and gentle to start off with, but don’t get too used to it, as at 6kms, the warm up’s over… and that’s where
we hit the forest, and where the tough gradients start, with 9 to 11%, you get to slug it out for 8kms... Your only moment of rest bite
is on the approach to the ski chalet “Chalet Reynard”, and it’s short lived, so enjoy it while it lasts and whilst you contemplate the
view of the final 6kms to the destination weather station at the summit.
The next 5kms are less steep at 7%, but it’s hard going as you’ve already given a good effort to get this far, and now you are also
exposed to the elements, usually wind or heat… Then there’s the psychological effect – you can see your destination, and it doesn’t
seem far off, but the switch backs are so deep that you don’t seem to be getting closer very quickly.
But of course, you’ll get there… and once you’ve knocked off the final kilometre at 10%, and that last nasty little bend, you’ll be
crossing the finishing line at altitude 1912m metres. Well done!
If you’re still standing, pat yourself on the back, admire your time, take the “here’s the proof I did it” photo, and enjoy the great
360 views.
There’s a chance to buy a souvenir “I tamed the beast” bike shirt at the top, either way, put that, or another layer or two on, and
brace yourself for the downhill, probably one of the longest you’ll ever do…
Either the Chalet Reynard or Bedoin are great places to eat – particularly knowing that your work is done!
A mere 21 kms / 13 miles but 1629 metres of climbing – it’s all good fun!
Day 7 - Departure after breakfast.
And remember, if the above mileage just isn't enough for you, there's plenty more of great cycling available.
WHAT ONE OF OUR TYPICAL PROVENCE BIKE TRIPS LOOKS LIKE.
After running Provence bike tours for 15 years, it's become clear to us that there are 2 different types of cyclists,
that want 2 different types of bike tours.
Our first biker is more about leisure and sightseeing in a healthy way, on a bike, and usually wants smaller to medium distances,
with easier climbing.
With our second biker, it tends to be more about the exercise and sporting effort, with less tourism and stopping.
So, in order for our bike tours to work, we have made them very flexible, thus making sure that each biker gets the cycling holiday they want.
With this in mind, we have designed our Ride Directory, so that each of the "Moderate" level rides in the different geographic zones, work very well for the first, leisure style biker. As with this level of ride, you get to see all the main sights, having a great full day out, without a massive effort.
Whereas with our full-on biker, our "Large" or "XL" level rides are the best match. Lots of kms and hard climbing if you want it, and with as much stopping as you want...
Below we have laid out what one of our Provence bike trips can look like, for both of these types of bikers:
Remember that these itineraries are by no way set in stone. These are guides as to what your bike vacation could look like. When your here, by using our Ride Directory (of 30+ self guided rides) and our input, we can easily put together the bike trip that is right for you, thus making the most of your time biking in Provence.
Tour type 1: Leisure & Sight Seeing – With a smaller amount of bike time.
Day 1: Arrival @ 4pm (Early arrivals from Noon) - Pick up bikes & GPS. A welcome drink and a full run-down on how to use the GPS and our Ride Directory and other important infos. Then maybe a short cycle ride or a dip in the pool before dinner.
Day 2 - 2 of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France".
Cruise through the beautiful ochre countryside and the magnificent lavender fields to Roussillon. Visit an authentic Provençal market,
then Lunch at one of our favourite bistros on the "Place du Village", then visit the abandoned ochre surface mines with their spectacular
colours and sculptured landscapes.
Continue on through the valley with its stunning views up to Gordes village. We'll take you the easy way up, so you can then take in the
atmosphere, and all the history, with a stroll through your second classified "Most Beautiful Village in France" of the day. Take a seat
at the pretty fountain café & enjoy French life.
Visit, buy & try at one of our choice vineyards on the way home... Provence Rosé, it's famous for a reason...
41kms / 25 miles.
Day 3 - Along the waterways.
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and then walk to the Lavender Museum in the village, and maybe invest in some local Provençal lavender produce.
Then jump on the bike for a day of pancake flat riding, visiting the beautiful riverside villages of Fontaine de Vaucluse & L'Isle sur la
Sorgue. Admire the crystal-clear water as you sit by one of the many riverside restaurants and cafés in Fontaine. Walk up to the biggest spring
in France, and maybe take in the interesting French Resistance Museum on the way back down.
Carry on along the river, past the many picnic spots and cafés towards L'Isle sur la Sorgue. It's one of the Antiques capitals of France,
with dozens of shops ready to part with all sizes of souvenirs. There's a great feeling to this small town as you walk along the river;
restaurants, cafés, interesting boutiques, and some of the best gelato you'll ever have! Back to the farmhouse through the orchards and
on the train bike track...
36kms / 23 miles.
Day 4 - A Day in spectacular “Year in Provence" country.
Visit Peter Mayle's - Year in Provence territory. Start by tracking through the beautiful small lanes and farmland and vineyards to
Menerbes (where his book was set), take a walk through the village with its elegant stone architecture, towards the Château
and the beautiful vista into the Luberon valley.
Then you can start your 15kms cruise along the superb, peaceful bike route. Along the way, visit the unique medieval village of
Oppede le Vieux (a bit of an unknown gem - which was hit by an earthquake in the 14th century!) where you can take an interesting
walk up through the abandoned houses to the rocky spur with its magnificent 360° views, ancient Château and Church – unforgettable! Then
why not enjoy the moment at one of the cafés on the pretty bell tower square.
Continue along the bike route at the foot of the Luberon hills until you reach Les Taillades. Where there's an intriguing visit to
be had in the old stone quarry - with its tiny church and houses randomly built in and around it! Then hop onto the train bike track
and head back to the B&B via our village, Coustellet, and all its boutiques and amenities…
33kms / 21 miles.
Day 5 - Ride the train bike track then onto beautiful Bonnieux...
We are lucky to have a beautifully tarmacked bike path (that was once a rail track) pretty much at the end of our garden - no cars,
and no worries, just peaceful biking with your friends for up to 30kms... This ride makes very good use of it, travelling through the
lavender fields along the way.
We next take you the gentle way up, past the pretty stone farmhouses, through the vineyards, to our destination; the elegant stone village
of Bonnieux - once home to Popes of Avignon. A great visit starts on foot at the lower church and heads up through the stone lanes and
stairways. Along the way, you'll pass the numerous boutiques, our favourite café and terrace, a traditional Provencal market, art galleries
etc. And when you get to the 12th century church at the top - enjoy the exceptional panorama down into the Luberon valley.
Then why not stop off for some wine tasting at 1 of the 2 (or both!) recommended vineyards on the way home - reds, whites, rosés -
great wines, lots of choice!
33 kms / 21 miles.
Day 6 - 2 unknown, medieval Luberon treasures.
Start off by heading through the beautiful, quiet countryside on your way to the charming old, stone village of Goult.
It's strangely off the tourist circuit, but well worth a visit. There's an enjoyable sign posted walk to be had, taking in the perfect 18th
century windmill, the 15th century ramparts and village, an elegant château, and it all ends up happily at one of the most typically French
cafés you'll ever see and the Provencal market! Enjoy the atmosphere...
Head out of the village, down into the valley and start the climb, the easiest way to Lacoste. As with all of the Luberon stone
villages that we visit, this place has a unique feel to it. The Café de France is a great place for lunch, with breath-taking views into
the valley, and a great place to start a village walk. Head up through the picturesque, narrow stone cobbled lanes and the 17th century
buildings, winding your way up to the Marquis de Sade's Château.
Back through the pretty farmland, and via the bike track to our farmhouse.
35 kms / 21 miles.
Day 7 - Departure after breakfast.
Tour type 2: Where it’s all about the biking - with greater distances covered (and of course lots of sights taken in).
Day 1: Arrival @ 4pm (Early arrivals from Noon)
Pick up bikes & GPS. A welcome drink and a full run-down on how to use the GPS and our Ride Directory and other important infos.
Then maybe a short cycle ride or a dip in the pool before dinner.
Day 2 – To Gordes & beyond… A superb ride visiting 2 of the “Most beautiful villages in France”, many other pretty stone villages
and some beautiful climbing in the pine canyons through the Monts de Vaucluse.
We start by swinging through the tiny lanes to the quiet village of Lagnes, and then head up through the pines. We then take you the Tour
de France route up to Gordes with its stunning views, where it’s well worth taking taking a breather and a stroll, before heading up
through the stunning canyons to the Col de Murs (hill pass) and Lioux.
Sweeping down into St Saturnin les Apt, after about 45kms, with most of the climbing done, why not head to one of our recommended
bistros, with its great local cuisine – you’ll have earned it after all!
Continuing through the famous Luberon valley we head up amongst the ochre-coloured landscapes to the picturesque Roussillon.
Take a walk and stop off at the atmospheric “Place du Village” with its many cafés for some refreshment.
Then it’s back home through superb biking country to the B&B.
84kms / 53 miles – 1212 metres of climbing.
Day 3 - Scenic tour around the Luberon Mountains (that’s around, not over, it’s still hilly though…) to the very Provençal village of
Lourmarin.
We head off along the flat, via the train bike track, swinging through the quiet park land at the foot of the spectacular Luberon mountains.
Then we take the “roller coasters” on the South side of the Luberon mountains, through the pines and the pretty villages until we get to the
very elegant, Provençal village of Lourmarin, one of the two jewels that we’ll visit on the day.
Next there’s a loop heading out to the medieval village of Cucuron, ancient, interesting, and the backdrop to many a film!
The mini loop ends back in Lourmarin again, at 60kms, where we have a great café for you, for lunch, on the quintessentially French
cobbled square!
We then head up through the stunning canyon road arriving in the North Luberon valley, the perfect cycling terrain continues on,
through the country lanes heading towards home.
Then why not stop off for some wine tasting at 1 of the 2 (or both!) recommended vineyards on the way home - reds, whites, rosés -
great wines, lots of choice!
90kms / 56 miles – 940 metres of climbing.
Day 4 - A Day in spectacular "Year in Provence" country.
Start by heading off through the beautiful Luberon countryside and vineyards towards Saint Pantaleon, cycling through the largest and
most picturesque lavender fields in the valley…
We’ll track through the superb small lanes and farmland to Menerbes (where the Peter Mayle book was set), with its elegant stone
architecture, Château, and beautiful vista into the Luberon valley, it’s well worth a visit.
Next up it’s a 25kms cruise along the superb, peaceful bike route. Taking us through the unique earthquaked medieval
village of Oppede le Vieux where you can take an interesting walk up through the abandoned houses to the rocky spur with its
magnificent 360° views, ancient Château, and Church – unforgettable! Then why not enjoy the moment at one of the cafes on the pretty
bell tower square.
Our route continues out around the mountain to Taillades through the parkland to Cheval Blanc, and onto the train bike track,
with another great vineyard for tasting just 1km out from home…
74kms / 46 miles – 768 metres of climbing.
Day 5 – Along the waterways, and then we head for the hills…
So, it’s onto the bike, and a flat start heading towards the beautiful riverside village of Fontaine de Vaucluse,
and a long loop alongside the crystal-clear water. Then we have a change of scenery and gradient and some nice climbing as we head
up into the quiet, magnificent pine bordered roads into the Monts du Vaucluse, and onto the pretty village of Venasque.
We head down into St Didier, which is a great spot for lunch, with great cafés. There is then a long, fast sweep down towards
L’Isle sur la Sorgue. There's a great feeling to this small town as you walk along the river; restaurants, cafés, interesting
boutiques, and some of the best gelato you'll ever have!
Back through the orchards and on the train bike track to the farmhouse...
Maybe check out the very good wine cooperative in the village – just 5 minutes from home.
68kms / 43 miles – 626 metres of climbing.
Day 6 – Finish in style by tackling the Tour de France classic – Mont Ventoux “The Giant of Provence” - considered the hardest climb on the
tour…
So first up – this one comes with a health warning – and that’s not a joke!
Once you’ve considered that, it’s time to take some essential calories on board with a decent breakfast, and make sure you fill up
your water bottles.
Then it’s a 50-minute drive to Bedoin (Alt 283m) for the official Tour de France start point. It’s only 21kms to the top – but it’s a
lot of altitude gain with 1629 metres in one go, with no real let up…
It’s all very reasonable and gentle to start off with, but don’t get too used to it, as at 6kms, the warm up’s over… and that’s where
we hit the forest, and where the tough gradients start, with 9 to 11%, you get to slug it out for 8kms... Your only moment of rest bite
is on the approach to the ski chalet “Chalet Reynard”, and it’s short lived, so enjoy it while it lasts and whilst you contemplate the
view of the final 6kms to the destination weather station at the summit.
The next 5kms are less steep at 7%, but it’s hard going as you’ve already given a good effort to get this far, and now you are also
exposed to the elements, usually wind or heat… Then there’s the psychological effect – you can see your destination, and it doesn’t
seem far off, but the switch backs are so deep that you don’t seem to be getting closer very quickly.
But of course, you’ll get there… and once you’ve knocked off the final kilometre at 10%, and that last nasty little bend, you’ll be
crossing the finishing line at altitude 1912m metres. Well done!
If you’re still standing, pat yourself on the back, admire your time, take the “here’s the proof I did it” photo, and enjoy the great
360 views.
There’s a chance to buy a souvenir “I tamed the beast” bike shirt at the top, either way, put that, or another layer or two on, and
brace yourself for the downhill, probably one of the longest you’ll ever do…
Either the Chalet Reynard or Bedoin are great places to eat – particularly knowing that your work is done!
A mere 21 kms / 13 miles but 1629 metres of climbing – it’s all good fun!
Day 7 - Departure after breakfast.
And remember, if the above mileage just isn't enough for you, there's plenty more of great cycling available.
SOME TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS FOR OUR B&B BASED PROVENCE BIKE TRIPS:
SOME TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS FOR OUR B&B BASED PROVENCE BIKE TRIPS:
SOME TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS FOR OUR B&B BASED PROVENCE BIKE TRIPS:
Bike ride in beautiful Provence
"We had a wonderful week, the bikes were perfect and the GPS navigation took all the worry out of directions. Our hosts Neil and Nat, briefed us every morning on our rides, we could choose what area we wanted and how many hills! Everyday we started with a wonderful breakfast to fuel us to start our rides, we were given advice on restaurants and best coffee spots. With the easy GPSs we were able to enjoy the beauty of the area, stunning views and delightful little villages to explore, including markets, galleries, churches, and lovely cafes and restaurants to enjoy our lunches. We never got lost and covered many kms."
Cycling Holidays France in Provence - Jo & Will - Aus - May 18 - 5* Tripadvisor review.A FANTASTIC Vacation !!
"Working out of a home base everyday on our self-guided and self-paced tours was the way to go. We could bike as little or as much as we wanted, leaving enough time for sightseeing, shopping and of course eating!!! The time Neil put into researching and developing the routes one has to choose from for each days ride, made everyone of them a winner."
Cycling Trips France in Provence - R S - US - Oct 17 - 5* Tripadvisor review.Perfection.
"My wife and I are fortunate to travel quite a bit but this was a new experience for us. It was highly recommended by some friends of ours. We were all at somewhat different biking levels but it didn't matter one bit! Neil put together amazing rides where we saw breath taking scenery, gorgeous little towns with so much history, and fantastic restaurants."
Bike Holidays France in Provence - Gail & Alan - US - May 16 - 5* Tripadvisor review.Our Best Ever Vacation!
"My husband and I had the best trip we have ever taken together at Provence Cycling Holidays. We cannot rave enough about every aspect of this trip. We planned our biking with our host Neil and he matched us perfectly to wonderful rides that included beautiful stops for lunch as wells as some touring of the lovely villages of Provence."
Bike Holidays France in Provence - Jean - US - Sept 15 - 5* Tripadvisor review.Provence Cycling Holidays!
"If you are keen to explore the stunning Luberon Park by bike without the hassle of transporting your gear, then this is undoubtedly the holiday for you. The Cowells have established an excellent base from which to visit vineyards and old villages and ride on wonderfully quiet Provencal roads."
Bike Vacation France in Provence - Dave - UK - July 14 - May 19 - 5* Tripadvisor review."Neil and Nat's operation offers great food, great company, and great cycling routes. If you haven't used GPS before this will transform your cycling experience."
Bike Holidays France in Provence - Nigel - UK - Oct 13 - 5* Tripadvisor review.Outstanding B&B and cycling vacation concept!
"Staying with Neil and Natalene was everything we hoped our Provence bicycle trip would be, and we would give them six stars if that were an option! If you like bicycling in Provence, you won't be disappointed with Provence Cycling Holidays!"
Bicycle Holidays France in Provence - Courtney - US - Sept 12 - 5* Tripadvisor review."Our cycling experience couldn't have been better. Neil was able to customize our daily rides and knew just where to send us for a day of riding through lavender fields, olive and cherry orchards to hill top castles with fabulous views of the Luberon region. It was an all around 5 star experience. Outstanding hospitality, great location, wonderful experience."
Bicycle Vacation France in Provence - Nancy - US - July 11 - 5* Tripadvisor review."If you want a route that sets you a bit of challenge with a good restaurant for lunch Neil will point you in the direction and recommend the best places to visit, And if you want the ultimate cycling challenge you can travel to Bedoin and then head up Mont Ventoux, an experience which will stay with you for some time to come!"
Cycle Tours France in Provence -Patrick - UK - June 10 - 5* Tripadvisor review.