Four days spent with a knowledgeable guide exploring the most scenic routes in the Ventoux region by road bike. This one is for all of you who enjoy a good, long ride! As our guides take you on a Tour de Provence that will leave you speechless and out of breath.
RIDE THE SLOPES AND THE SURROUNDS OF AN INFAMOUS GIANT
Spend four days with a knowledgeable guide exploring the most scenic routes in the Ventoux region. This one is for all of you who enjoy a good, long ride! As our guides take you on a Tour de Provence that will leave you speechless and out of breath, the Mont Ventoux will, of course, serve as the tour’s centrepiece; however, it will be far from the only challenge you face.
You will stay in the Ventoux House in Bedoin, a luxury, bespoke cycling accommodation. This is a long-distance ride for those who enjoy it! We plan to ride a minimum of 100 kilometres each day. A Tour de Provence with our guides will leave you speechless and breathless after riding four days of the region’s most incredible roads.
This incredible trip includes rides that are on many people's bucket lists, including legendary Tour de France cols. The only thing you have to worry about is pedalling because you will have full technical support and your luggage will be transported for you.
Experience a wide range of breathtaking scenery, from the sweeping vistas of the mountains to the shimmering waters of the coast. Each day features two different routes that range in both distance and profile.
After spending each full day in the saddle, look forward to a restful night's sleep in a quality accommodation as well as the opportunity to chat with people who aren't riding and to re-join the rest of the group at the end of the day.
Provence, historical and cultural region encompassing the southeastern French departments of Bouches-du-Rhône, Vaucluse, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, and Var. It is roughly coextensive with the former province of Provence and with the present-day region with Mont-Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail, the Gorges de la Nesque and Sault lavender, the Provence region is overflowing with beautiful countryside! Soak up the fresh air of Provence from high up in the mountains.
Average temperatures range from 10° (December) to 31° (July). The rainy months are: November, October and September. We recommend the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October to visit Mont Ventoux.
The Giant of Provence, the Bald Mountain, the Lonely Mountain. Whatever you choose to call it, it towers above the Provençal countryside and is one of the world’s most iconic rides. It’s a big part of Tour de France history and the elevation always goes up.
Marked by an ancient rural civilisation, the Mont Ventoux Biosphere Reserve provides a vast historic, religious, architectural, artistic and linguistic heritage. The archaeological heritage is rich and diverse with bones, flint and polished stone tools and utensils and pottery from Gallo-Roman times.
After a relaxing night’s sleep, breakfast and coffee is served at 8am. We will gather in the courtyard to roll out at 9.30am for today’s full day ride. The ride will be all the way up to the summit of “the” Mont Ventoux. We will return to the House, tired but triumphant after reaching the summit. In the evening you are invited for a 3-course dinner from our local chef.
All meals are prepared by an in house chef so you will be fuelled up and ready for each day of riding.
Throughout the tour you will have experienced guides riding with you as well as have a support car on standby for any necessary assistance.
3 night stay in a twin room at the Ventoux house – complete with outdoor swimming pool, full coffee bar and fitness room.
The in house laundry service will take care of all your washing needs to keep you fresh day after day.
Each guest will receive a special edition jersey designed and made exclusively for this tour by apparel partner, Band of Climbers.
Your group will have a dedicated professional mechanic on hand, to tune your bikes during your stay – so every kilometre and gear shift, will be silky smooth.
Flights are not included in the tour package. We have suggested which flights and airports are best suited for this tour but should you have any doubts or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
We strongly recommend that you obtain a dedicated health and travel insurance that covers your sports activities. Reach out to us if you have questions about the insurance.
All inclusive Spend a cycling week of a lifetime. Ride the renowned roads and cols of the French Riviera, visit breathtaking Gorge du Verdon and finally - optionally - take part in L'Etape de Tour, World's top amateur cycling sportive, a dream of so many riders around the globe.