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Alpilles - Luberon Hiking Tour

This multisport tour combines the best of Provence from St Remy to Gordes and includes history and plenty of culture. We combined history, antiquity, castles, crafts and traditions, gastronomy and natural sites. During 5 hiking days we discover Saint-Remy de Provence and the countryside around this lovely town, the Sorgues Area, the Vaucluse Hills and the Luberon. If you might lost your heart in one of these beautiful places, nothing stops you from extending your stay for one or more days.

Multisport: the routes are a combination of quiet country roads which allow you to appreciate the Provence villages as well as parts of GR-trails (“Grande Randonnees”/ Long Distance Paths). The daily distance varies between 15 and 20kms (9 and 12 miles) and the hiking is moderate with some hilly terrain. Day 5 exceeds this distance with a 23km (14.5miles).

 

 

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Itinerary

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DAY 1 DAY 2

Day 2: Les Baux to St Remy: (10km)). A small route that is part of the GR 6 will take you along from the Citadel of Les Baux de Provence. We propose you to walk to the Val d’Enfer and its rock formations. You can enjoy a "son et lumiere" (sound and light) show in the old stone quarries of the Cathedral of Images. On your way back to Saint-Rémy, there is a viewpoint indicator where you can overlook the area. A scenic downhill and the old Chemin d’Arles will guide you back to your hotel. originally a Greco-Roman town is now about 10000 population but a very famous place. 16th and 17th century architecture, museums, and great cuisine mark it as a must see. The monastery of St Paul de Mausole (Van Gogh was held here) and the cathedral deserve a visit. Wednesday morning is a market day, one of the biggest in Provence, so plan accordingly if you want to see it. Night and dinner included in St Remy. (B,D)

Le Mas des Carassins

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St Remy de Provence

An oasis of calm and cool, located a few minutes walk from the center of Saint-Remy, once home to Va...

DAY 3

Day 3: St Remy to Eygalieres (15km). The countryside east of Saint-Remy is dominated by the Alpilles (“small Alps”), a scenic small mountain range with a maximum altitude of 350m (1100 ft). At the monastery of Saint-Paul de Mausole you hit the trail who will lead you on the crest of the Alpilles to Eygalières where you will stay the night. You follow the GR6 on a narrow path which is impressive but no so complicated. Wonderful 360° view. Eygalières is a pretty village between the mountain and the plain. A “one horse town” with some cosy outdoor cafés, typical Provençal shops and high quality restaurants. A short walk uphill (along the church) will bring you to a chapel ruin with bell tower from where you have a great panorama. If time, visit the remarkable Chapel of Sainte Sixte and its cypress trees. Charming 3 star hotel with option to upgrade, dinner on your own. (B)

La Bastide d'Eygalieres

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Eygalieres

In the summer at La Bastide d'Eygalieres, the perfume of lavender, thyme and rosemary fill the air. ...

DAY 4

Day 4:Isle sur la Sorgue-Fontaine de Vaucluse (11kms). Transfer by taxi to Isle Sur La Sorgue, this old fishing town located at the parting of the Sorgue river. Antique lovers come to this town, especially for the Sunday market. See also the 12th century church and then hike on to Fontaine de Vaucluse also famous for a romanesque church and of course its "fontaine" or spring. Charming 3 star hotel, and dinner on your own. (B)

Hotel Du Poete

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Fontaine De Vaucluse

The Hotel du Poete is housed in an old mill which has been entirely renovated into a charming three ...

DAY 5

Day 5:Fontaine de Vaucluse - Gordes (15km). About 1km south of the village you pick up the trail that will take you to Gordes, awarded the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”. The homes, built of drystone architecture, are built on the rocky outcrop which overlooks the valley of the Coulon River and the Luberon Parc. On your itinerary you will have the possibility to visit the superb 12th century Romanesque Sénanque Abbey –still lived in by monks and open to the public but closed on Sunday mornings; surrounded by lavender fields. Charming 3 star hotel at the edge of the village, dinner on your own. (B)

Le Mas Des Romarins

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Gordes

Le Mas des Romarins is a 19th century dwelling, full of warmth and built of dry stone walls, which h...

DAY 6

Day 6: Hiking around Gordes (max 22km)
A walk along quiet roads and dirt path of the GR6 GR 97 will lead you to Roussillon, also ranked among “The Most Beautiful Villages of France” and famous for its red and gold ochre cliffs. On the way back you walk close to typical “mas” (old farmhouse) of the Luberon valley. Same hotel in Gordes (B)

Le Mas Des Romarins

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Gordes

Le Mas des Romarins is a 19th century dwelling, full of warmth and built of dry stone walls, which h...

DAY 7

Day 7: Depart: Transfer back to Avignon rail station. Additional nights can be arranged in Gordes. (B)



General Tour Information

Level - Level 2/3 - moderate to challenging - good trails and moderate level required, hills add an additional degree of difficulty.

Details - Arrival city is Avignon by train, from there we transfer you to St Remy. Paris CDG airport to Avignon: 3 hours. Return transfer from Gordes to Avignon rail station included - allow 1 hour.

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Optional Services:

Travel insurance, Paris museum & metro passes, Paris day tours, Lido shows, and other services. Cell phone rental and luggage storage services.

Note: prices subject to change based upon currency fluctuations. See Booking Terms and Conditions.

What's Included

The Trip Includes
6 nights charming hotels, all breakfasts, 2 gourmet dinners, all walks/walking tours (including IGN maps), GPS navigation (1 for Triple Occupancy), bag transfers, taxi transfers noted, orientation by phone, English speaking emergency assistance during your stay. We also provide travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, and more.

Additional Night in Avignon: $TBD - please inquire.

Tour Rates

Provence Luberon Hiking
6 Nights / 7 Days
Dates 2011
This tour can depart any day, subject to hotel availability, April-June, Sept-Oct. Not avail. July-Aug as trails are closed for fire prevention. 25 euros supplement per person in June & September.
Price

- Standard Hotels - 3 stars

Solo Supplement:

655 €

Double Occupancy

1155 €/person

Triple Occupancy

1059 €/person.
Single supplements with 2 or more travelers: 375 €

- Upgraded Deluxe 4 star Hotels

Double Occupancy

1660 €/person

For single supplement when 2 or more, please contact us.

***Bike Rentals are available for a supplement of 105 euros, please see the Bike Rental tab for all details about the bikes we offer.

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Bike Info

You are important to us; so we make you thoroughly prepared and include:
Pre-trip travel documents: you will receive extensive information as a customer prior to your departure. Upon confirmation we will send you some general information about preparations including passport info, training tips, and reading lists. As a customer you can also Purchase product from Hammer Nutrition!

Upon final payment, we will send to you a complete list of documentation by email including Hotel List, contact numbers, itineraries, sites to see and information about sites and culture of the region. We include road signs, packing lists, travel tips, language phrases, holiday info, tour details, culture and customs tips, and much, much more!

Walking Tour Regions
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