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Provence cycling holidays

In a country that hosts the most well-known cycling race, the Tour de France, it is no real surprise that France is the number one destination for a cycling trip! And to be more specific, a Provence cycling holidays is what we recommend as a fantastic way to explore this beautiful part of the country, bathed under the Mediterranean sun.

What to see on your Provence bike trips? 

Provence is vast and offers a variety of landscapes, from vineyards and lavender fields to olive groves and cherry orchards and is home to some of the most beautiful villages of France. Read up on some of the hot spots below and see our full online catalogue of trips for more inspiration! 

 

Le Mont Ventoux

The infamous stage of the Tour de France, the mecca for all cycling enthusiasts, the Mont Ventoux is a must for experienced cyclists. Culminating at 1 912m (6 270 feet), the ascent can be tackled via 3 different routes. The lunar landscape at the summit is quite something and the 360° panorama makes the climb worthwhile!  

 

The Roman town of Arles

Enjoy a ride to the roman town of Arles and discover the remarkable remains including the roman arena that can seat 20 000 people and is still used today to host live music events. Take time on your Provence cycling holidays to explore Arles, a town of culture with many exhibitions and festivals taking place throughout the year.

 

La Camargue 

From Arles, your Provence cycling tour will lead you to the Camargue, a region where salt flats, lagoons, flamingoes and wild horses paint the landscape! This is a unique part of France, bathed in tradition, with an important ecosystem and a bird watchers paradise. A ride through the Camargue is a real experience, on easy and flat terrain. 

 

Le Lubéron 

We have so much to say about the Lubéron! A mountain range in central Provence, it is also a National Park and is home to numerous perched medieval villages typical of the region, each one as pretty as the next. We offer many bike tours in Provence through the Lubéron along idyllic country roads, past lavender fields, truffle oak plantations and cedar forests.

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Cycling in Van Gogh's Provence: short and sweet
      • France - Provence
    • Self-guided
    • Cycling
      • 4 days
      • From March to November

  •   Accommodation choice :

      • Simple
      • Comfort
      • Charming
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip

  • Easy cycling in the heart of the countryside through Van Gogh landscapes
  • The vast olive groves of the perched medieval village of Les Baux
  • The Roman city of Arles
  • Small charming villages of Eygalières and Maussane
  • The cafés and restaurants of Saint Remy de Provence
  • The vineyards and olive groves blanketing the plains



    Go Private or go guided ! Customize your holidays with a local specialist here 

From 570 € / pers
Provence Van Gogh cycling: an Impressionist's dream
      • France - Provence
    • Self-guided
    • Cycling
      • 5 days
      • From March to November

  •   Accommodation choice :

      • Simple
      • Comfort
      • Charming
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip

  • Easy cycling in the heart of the Van Gogh countryside and landscapes 
  • The vast olive groves at the foot of the perched medieval village of Les Baux
  • The charming small villages of Maillane, Maussane and Graveson
  • The Roman city of Arles
  • The cafés and restaurants of Saint Remy de Provence
  • The vineyards and olive groves blanketing the plains




    Go Private or go guided ! Customize your holidays with a local specialist here 

From 730 € / pers
Cycling from Van Gogh to wild Camargue
      • France - Provence
    • Self-guided
    • Cycling
      • 5 days
      • From February to November

  •   Accommodation choice :

      • Simple
      • Comfort
      • Charming
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip

  • Easy cycling in the heart of the countryside through Van Gogh landscapes
  • The vast olive groves of the perched medieval village of Les Baux
  • The Roman city of Arles 
  • Untamed wilderness under the flight of flamingoes
  • The very special atmosphere of the gypsy Saintes Maries de la Mer  
  • The wild sandy beaches in Saintes Maries de la Mer 



    Go Private or go guided ! Customize your holidays with a local specialist here 

From 800 € / pers
Luberon cycling: short and sweet
      • France - Provence
    • Self-guided
    • Cycling
      • 4 days
      • From March to November

  •   Accommodation choice :

      • Simple
      • Comfort
      • Charming
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip

  • The perched villages of the Luberon: Venasque, Gordes, Roussillon
  • The "Provencal Venice" Isle sur la Sorgue and its famous market
  • Roussillon with the world’s largest ochre deposit
  • A paradise of rolling hills and small country roads along cherry orchards & vineyards 
  • Shaded cafés in quiet village squares 





    Go Private or go guided ! Customize your holidays with a local specialist here 

From 560 € / pers
Freewheeling & cycling through the Luberon and lavender fields
      • France - Provence
    • Self-guided
    • Cycling
      • 5 days
      • From March to November

  •   Accommodation choice :

      • Simple
      • Comfort
      • Charming
      • Superior

Highlights of the trip

  • The perched villages of the Luberon: Gordes, Roussillon, Bonnieux, Lacoste!
  • The "Provencal Venice" Isle sur la Sorgue and its famous market
  • The lavender fields above Bonnieux
  • A paradise of rolling hills and small back roads along cherry orchards vineyards 
  • Roussillon and its world’s largest ochre deposit
  • Shaded cafés in quiet village squares 



    Go Private or go guided ! Customize your holidays with a local specialist here 

From 760 € / pers
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Provence cycling holidays exploring the hidden gems of southern France

Our selection of self-guided cycling holidays in Provence ensure that you discover the best of what the region has to offer. Famous for its vineyards, we have many trips that lead you through the wine making villages, with plenty of opportunities for tasting on route. And you cannot possibly travel to France without sampling the delicious cuisine and Provence has a range of specialties, including goat’s cheese, olives and tapenade and ratatouille, all mouthwateringly wonderful when washed down with a chilled glass of local wine after a fantastic day in the saddle!

June and early July are the best times to book Provence cycling tours to see the lavender fields in full bloom. This is Provence at its picture postcard best. If you head up to the village of Sault (one of the starting blocks for the Mont Ventoux ascent), you can admire the rolling hills, fragrant and purple in colour. 

Ultimately, our Provence cycling holidays are designed to highlight the typical landscapes of the region. Our bike tours in Provence often begin in the Pope’s city of Avignon, famous for its half-built bridge! From here we head off the beaten track, past rows and rows of vineyards, through olive groves and cherry orchards, exploring the well-known perched villages of Les Baux de Provence and Gordes and uncovering the lesser-known ones such as Menerbes and Goult. We invite you to rest on shaded café terraces, soak up the atmosphere of the bustling local markets and experience the true heart of Provence.

 

Bike tours in Provence with good-quality bike hire

All of our Provence cycling holidays include bike hire. You can choose from a hybrid bike, a road bike or an electric bike and all are equipped with helmets and paniers. Your bikes are delivered to your first accommodation and picked up from your final destination. We transfer your luggage hotel to hotel by taxi during the trip, so you just need to take the essentials for the day’s ride. All of our bike tours in Provence have been tried and tested by our team of Track finders, experts of the destination. We offer easy cycling trips for those who wish to take their time, more moderate tours for those looking to sweat it out a little more, and some challenging tours for the more avid cyclists.

Our Provence cycling holidays are designed and developed by us, at Intura. This means that we can customise any one of our self-guided cycling holidays to best suit your needs. Contact us for further information and allow us to help create the perfect trip.