BIKING
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Le Couvent des Minimes
FRANCE
› Journey through picturesque countryside to some of France’s most beautiful villages, including Gordes, Bonnieux and Roussillon › Savor the sophisticated flavors of the local cuisine and enjoy small group wine tastings from four unique appellations › Ride in the heart of the Luberon exploring earthy foothills, fragrant lavender fields and Roman history that inspired legendary artists › Opt for an afternoon visit to Le Couvent des Minimes’ renowned L’Occitane spa, which features honey, verbena, lemon and lavender treatments cultivated from ingredients grown right on the property › Ride along serene riverside paths through cherry orchards and tiny hamlets in a remote area so secluded we call it “Secret Provence” Savor local apricots and breathe in fresh lavender. Bike through rolling meadows and take in the sights and sounds of lost-in-time towns. In Provence, every sense awakens. Medieval Villages & Splendid Spa Retreats Provence Luberon to Lavender Country
Banon
Simiane-la Rotonde
Avignon
Gargas
Gordes
Mane
Reillanne
Roussillon
Saignon
Cereste
Menerbes
Lacoste
Bonnieux
Durance River
PARIS
NICE
Aix-en-Provence
6 Days • Levels 1-3 • May–Oct $5,699 to $6,749 / person double occ. (single occ. from $1,450 )
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