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DAY 1 Bike through the Côtes du Rhône wine country • Set off from the famous wine mecca of Châteauneuf-du-Pape past picturesque hamlets and vineyards • Peaceful back roads lead to our splendid 16th-century castle- hotel • Linger in the hotel’s picturesque courtyard with a welcome aperitif. » Château de Massillan - Deluxe DAYS 2–3 Wander through the medieval city of Vaison la Romaine • On the way to the viticulture towns of Gigondas and Beaumes de Venise, bike along a wine route beneath the Dentelles de Montmirail, dramatic limestone mountains • Ride through the scenic foothills of Mont Ventoux, known as the Giant of Provence • Climb through the stunning Gorges de la Nesque canyon or tackle a pro route on majestic Ventoux • Discover the friendly squares and cafés of Sault, the lavender capital of France • Relax, play pétanque and revel in fresh Provençal fare at our exquisite hotel. » Hôtel Crillon le Brave - Premiere DAYS 4–6 Bike past atmospheric hamlets to Venasque, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France • The region’s signature lavender perfume welcomes you at every turn • Ascend a spectacular limestone canyon to the village perché of Murs • Cycle to ocher-hued Roussillon, adored by artists for centuries • Stroll stalls of fresh produce and locally made crafts on market day • Be charmed by Gordes’ cobblestone lanes, shaded squares and chic cafés • Explore the Provençal treasures of Lacoste and Ménerbes • The Luberon’s plains and foothills line your route to our tasting at a favorite winery. » La Coquillade - Premiere From cherry orchards to seas of vineyards, and limestone peaks to hilltop villages, experience la vie Provençale . Gordes, Bonnieux and ochre-hued Roussillon beckon, plus elegant Crillon le Brave. Perched Villages, Mt. Ventoux & Châteauneuf-du-Pape PROVENCE WINE COUNTRY
Vaison la Romaine
Mont Ventoux
Uchaux
NICE
Gigondas
Crillon le Brave
Sault
Chateauneuf- du-Pape
Gorges de la Nesque
Venasque
Vaucluse
Avignon
Gordes
Luberon
Gargas
Durance River
Roussillon
Menerbes
6 Days Activity Levels 2-5 Premiere Hotels $5,699 to $6,499 / person double occ. Casual Hotels $4,399 to $4,799 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Your Private Group o \ Search PROB on backroads.com
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