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Back to Travel A Royal Tour from Chateau to Chateau
France, Provence
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€ 1,190/person (including taxes)
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7 Days
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Self-guided tour
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1 Leisure level
Discover the Luberon region as you check off castle after castle in this one of a kind self-guided tour. Because holidays are a time to relax and unwind, you’ll have plenty of time to ride at your own pace, explore the area and enjoy local specialties.
Day 1
Arrive in Lourmarin
Check into your hotel in Lourmarin where you will stay for the next 3 nights. Located at the foot of the Luberon mountains, this village has long since been known as one of the most beautiful villages in France. With a fantastic weekly farmer’s market and 11 restaurants (two of which have Michelin stars), this is a great destination for you to savour regional cuisine, famous for its quality, character and unforgettable flavours.
Night in Lourmarin
Day 2
Chateaux of the Renaissance
To kick off your tour, this first loop will allow you to discover two of the great renaissance castles. The first, Chateau de La Tour d’Aigues, is now just a restored ruin, but an impressive one nonetheless. Next, the Chateau d’Ansouis, built on a rocky peak overlooking the massif of the Grand Luberon, was once a Celto-Ligurian fortress.
40km with 440m+
Night in Lourmarin
Day 3
Endurance Along the Durance
Most of the day will be spent riding along the banks of the Durance, a 300km river running from the French alps down to the Mediterranean.
42km with 280m+
Night in Lourmarin
Day 4
Towards Bonnieux
The beautiful, narrow river valley of Combe de Lourmarin awaits you, also the only road that divides the Luberon massif! You’ll cross a few more chateaux (each in a league of its own) before reaching Bonnieux, a village perched on a plateau overlooking the valley.
35km with 600m+
Night in Bonnieux
Day 5
Discovering the Grand Luberon
Today, head towards the pays d’Apt region and take the time to visit the neighbouring villages, some of which are perched on top of hills that dominate the entire valley and offer the most scenic views over the mountains. If you make it back to Bonnieux in time, check out the Bakery Museum for a fun non-cycling activity!
35km with 550m+
Night in Bonnieux
Day 6
Arriving in Gordes
Your first stop for the day will be the spectactual village of Roussillon, best known for its deep red-coloured cliffs. As the trip draws to a close, you’ll spend the last night in Gorges, one of the “trendier” villages of the Luberon, attracting movie stars and celebs.
25km with 450m+
Night in Gordes
Day 7
End of Trip
After a delicious breakfast in the heart of Gordes, you’ll be transferred to Avignon (included).