Provence Luberon to Lavender Country Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
Provence Luberon to Lavender Country Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Apr-Oct
Medieval Villages & Splendid Spa Retreats
Delight your senses. Gaze across rippling meadows. Run your hands along cool ancient stone. Listen to the burble of a fountain while relaxing in a cobblestone square. Savor the taste of local figs, apricots and melons. Open the windows and let the scent of lavender waft towards you. Come alive as you ride at your leisure through Provence.
Highlights
- Journey through picturesque countryside to some of the most beautiful villages in all of France
- Pedal amid Luberon’s remarkable scenery exploring rolling hills, stunning lavender fields and Roman history
- Savor the sophisticated flavors of the local cuisine and enjoy small group wine tastings from four unique appellations
- Revel in Relais & Châteaux splendor, perhaps opting to enjoy an afternoon visit to one of the region's finest spas
Start Avignon
End Aix-en-Provence
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
From storybook Saignon, bike easygoing paths through lavender fields and oak groves • Discover the limestone-rich Plateau des Claparèdes • Pedal past picturesque Luberon villages perchés (perched villages), including the charming hamlet of Bonnieux • Climb to the top of an ancient church tower for sweeping views of the valley • Unwind on the terrace at our villa-style retreat.
Night 1
Enjoy splendid hilltop views of the Luberon at this beautifully renovated Provençal farmhouse with picturesque gardens, scented by jasmine and rosemary, and two outdoor swimming pools. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Fall in love with the many shades of ocher-colored Roussillon • Cross the Pont Julien, an ancient Roman stone arch bridge • Explore the history of Provence's impressive perched villages on an engaging walking tour • Linger in Gordes, where a massive 12th-century castle keeps watch over neighboring towns • Stop to admire lovely medieval Sénanque Abbey • Opt to indulge in a treatment at our hotel's world-class spa.
Nights 2-3
Set in the heart of the Luberon and surrounded by vineyards, this hotel features spacious rooms with exceptional views, refined decor, and a magnificent spa. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Days 4-6
Journey into off-the-beaten-path Provence • Ride through the villages of Céreste and Reillanne as a new landscape appears with the Alps' snowy peaks in the distance • Engage in a traditional game of pétanque, which originated in this sunny region • Discover the 12th-century castle of Simiane-la-Rotonde, a charming hilltop town • Ever tried goat cheese wrapped in chestnut leaves? Today's your chance near the village of Banon • Enjoy a festive farewell dinner at our hotel's gastronomic restaurant • Head out on a final spin through the serene sun-drenched countryside • Bring home a piece of this unforgettable region with your very own hand-blended perfume.
Nights 4-5
Encircled by scented gardens, this early 17th-century convent was transformed by the legendary cosmetic and fragrance brand L'Occitane into a luxury hotel with a fantastic spa. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Visitors to Provence will encounter lavender in various forms—including bundles of dried lavender in the markets and lavender oil used in the many bath and body products you can find in the shops throughout Provence. If you want to see lavender blooming in the fields, be sure to time your visit around peak lavender season. While the exact bloom is a bit hard to predict, lavender is usually blooming from late June through early August.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Premiere Hotel
Enjoy splendid hilltop views of the Luberon at this beautifully renovated Provençal farmhouse with picturesque gardens, scented by jasmine and rosemary, and two outdoor swimming pools. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
Premiere Hotel
Set in the heart of the Luberon and surrounded by vineyards, this hotel features spacious rooms with exceptional views, refined decor, and a magnificent spa. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
Encircled by scented gardens, this early 17th-century convent was transformed by the legendary cosmetic and fragrance brand L'Occitane into a luxury hotel with a fantastic spa. A Relais & Châteaux member. (pool, spa)
Gallery
Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
- $400 rental fee
- Hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed Cro-Moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train
- Custom upgraded wheelset
- Best for riders with some tandem experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations (if any) and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.
Please Select a Group Size
Group size is required to show per-person pricing. Your group size can be approximate and can change.
