Tour Highlights
- Browse the weekly market in Goult, where local producers offer fragrant soap, wheels of cheese, and intoxicating Provençal lavender
- Ride through emblematic Provencal scenery and delve into the winemaking and olive oil industries of the Luberon Valley
- Enjoy a Provençal meal at the lovely home of our local friend
- Bike through colorful, quintessentially French villages like Roussillon and Lacoste, filled with charming façades, boutiques, and cafés
- Unpack once and stay at a single hotel, waking each day to vineyard views at the secluded and luxurious Coquillade
Eat
Picholine olives, tapenade, ratatouille, confectionary Calissons d’Aix, fromage de chevre, and slow-cooked lamb
Drink
Outstanding local wines like Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, and Côtes de Provence; pastis (a traditional anise-flavored apéritif)
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Itinerary
Print Itinerary- Day 1
Welcome to Provence
Your guides will greet you at the Avignon TGV train station, and the adventure begins! After a short transfer into the countryside, we’ll start in style at our luxurious hotel with a bike fitting and safety briefing. Set out on a beautiful first ride past vineyards and fruit-laden orchards, reaching Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt in time for lunch. Leave town alongside the iconic 17th-century windmills and continue cruising through the villages of Gargas and Villars, admiring the region’s tranquil landscapes and timeless architecture. Tonight, we dine at one of our favorite restaurants in the village of Roussillon. Bon Appétit!
Meals: Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Saint-Saturnin-lès-Apt, Villars, Gargas
Accomplished: 16 miles / 26 km, elevation gain: 1,115 feet / 340 meters
Accommodations: Coquillade Provence - Day 2
Essence of the Luberon
Today we’ll ride on through the forested heart of the Petit Luberon, peering out across the valley floor with its patchwork of orchards and vineyards. Enjoy views from the wealthy and picturesque village of Bonnieux, and stop for a cappuccino in Lacoste. We’ll learn about Côtes du Luberon wines in a domaine near Goult, then enjoy a lovely picnic prepared by your guides. Spin back to our hotel on a bike path and spend the rest of the afternoon enjoying a poolside glass of chilled rosé. Later, we regroup and transfer to the small village of Robion to meet our dear friend Veronique. In her home kitchen, she’ll prepare classic Provençal dishes, then serve them on her charming terrace.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Bonnieux, Lacoste, Menèrbes, Baumettes, Goult, Gargas
Accomplished: 31 miles / 50 km, elevation gain: 2,191 feet / 668 meters
Accommodations: Coquillade Provence - Day 3
To the Top of the World
Our morning ride will take us on small country roads that lead to the scenic village of Goult where the weekly outdoor market awaits. From here, we’ll continue to one of the most beautiful villages of the Luberon—Gordes. Along the way, we’ll stop at an olive mill to learn about the craft of olive oil making and sample local varietals before heading to Gordes to explore the scenic terraces, created by its impressive position in the Luberon Valley. Next, climb to the high plateau of the Luberon and reward yourself with incredible views and a well-deserved lunch in the village of Murs. Cruise downhill to the next storybook village, Roussillon, which is full of galleries, colorful adornments made by local artists, and astonishing ochre-colored cliffs. Spend the remainder of today as you wish—may we suggest treating yourself to a massage at the hotel spa? Later, we dine together at the hotel’s bistro restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Destinations: Goult, Gordes, Murs, Joucas, Roussillon, Gargas
Accomplished: 29 miles / 47 km, elevation gain: 2,703 feet / 824 meters
Longer Option: 34 miles / 56 km, elevation gain: 3,549 feet / 1082 meters
Accommodations: Coquillade Provence - Day 4
Au Revoir
For your final morning, enjoy a quiet breakfast and relax or go for a last ride in the countryside, saying farewell to the olive groves and vineyards that have been so familiar to us this week. Your guides will see you off in Avignon.
Meals: Breakfast
Destinations: Roussillon, Gargas
Accomplished: 14 miles / 23 km, elevation gain: 1,083 feet / 330 meters
DuVine itineraries may be subject to slight route changes, hotel substitutions, and other modifications.
Arrival Details
Airport City: Paris or Marseille, France Pick-Up Location: Avignon Train Station Pick-Up Time: 10:30 am
Departure Details
Airport City: Paris or Marseille, France Drop-Off Location: Avignon Train Station Drop-Off Time: 12:00 pm
Arrival and departure details for alternate itineraries and future year departures may be subject to change.
Dates + Availability
- DatesPriceSpecial Events
- Apr 22 – 25$4,295
- Apr 29 – May 2$4,295
- May 13 – 16$4,295
- May 20 – 23$4,295
- May 26 – 29$4,295
- Jun 17 – 20$4,295
- Jul 1 – 4$4,395
- Jul 8 – 11$4,395
- Aug 19 – 22$4,295
- Sep 2 – 5$4,295
- Sep 30 – Oct 3$4,395
- Oct 7 – 10$4,295
Inclusions + Details
Accommodations
- Thoughtfully selected accommodations that reveal the true character of the region
- Luggage transfers
Meals
- Daily breakfasts, all lunches, nutritious snacks, and après velo cocktails
- 3 gourmet dinners at our favorite local restaurants and renowned culinary establishments
- Carefully selected local wine, beer, or spirits with every meal
Activities
- Wine tastings and activities as outlined in the tour itinerary
- Entrance fees to historic sites, museums, parks, and all other exclusive events
- Gratuities for baggage, porters, and hotel service
Gear
- Top-of-the-line bicycle selection
- Bike helmet
- Complimentary DuVine gear including a custom cycling jersey, DuVine t-shirt, water bottle, and drawstring bag
- GPS in most destinations
Support
- Expert bilingual guides with extensive local knowledge
- Support vehicle that follows the day’s route, distributes refreshments, and offers lifts
- Pick-up and drop-off before and after your tour from predetermined meeting points
- Daily bike maintenance to ensure optimal performance
