PROVENCE RETREAT

by Cycle Retreats
Region
Provence
Duration
7 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D3 - Advanced

Overview

Provence is famous for its picturesque and diverse landscapes, with blossoming lavender in the summer months. It’s also renowned for delicious wines and rosés produced in the region for centuries. The cycling here is legendary, with the magical Mont Ventoux to climb. Expect average daily distances of around 80km with 1200m of climbing, and the chance to conquer Ventoux with its epic 100km/2200m day.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival Day

30 km 500 m

D1

Arrival Day

Day 2: Gorges De La Nesque

75 km 1100 m

D2

Gorges De La Nesque

Day 3: Lioux

92 km 1600 m

D2

Lioux

Day 4: Gordes Loop

81 km 1450 m

D2

Gordes Loop

Day 6: Sault

67 km 1300 m

D2

Sault

Day 7: Le Mont Ventoux

53 km 1750 m

D2

Le Mont Ventoux

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Airport transfers
Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Provence

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