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-S. Schmidt, Provence"

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Mont Ventoux to Nice Challenge

New in 2011 - we put out this short challenge for our stronger riders with an extreme challenge in option to ride the Giant of Provence; Mont Ventoux! Leaving the Luberon countryside behind the tour is a one way trip to the French Riviera with some long stages over spectacular countryside.

This is the interior of PACA - Provence Alpes Cote d/Azur. You cross over 400 km in 4 strong days of riding with plenty of hills to cross and charming villages to visit. Take in some of the same routes of the Tour, Paris-Nice, and the overlook on the Mediterranean! We list this trip on both this site and our challenging tour site Cycling Classics. It is available in self guided or on a guided tour basis.

Luggage transfers are long and expensive which drive the higher price in the self-guided version, which makes the guided trip price very attractive even for a small group. You can do this anytime, but to have good access to the Ventoux summit, we recommend starting after May 1. Bedoin, Gordes, Greoux Les Bains, Saint Tropez and Cannes are among the many places you discover on this tour! Blog posts to read about Provence:

5 Towns to Visit in Provence | Santons of Provence | Cassis Wines | Lavender in June in Provence
| 5 Things You Didn't Know About Provence | 5 Reasons to Cycle Provence in Spring


Tour Details


Maps & Profiles

NOTE: Please click on the profile image to see the complete profile in true relief; the thumbnail version below is automatically made small and this distorts the actual relief of the terrain.

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VENTOUX_Ventoux to Nice_Loop Bedoin

VENTOUX_Ventoux to Nice_Bedoin-Greoux les bains

VENTOUX_Ventoux to Nice_Greoux-St Tropez

VENTOUX_Ventoux to Nice_St Tropez-Nice

Tour Map

provence cycling mont ventoux to nice Total Distance: 433 km

Total Uphill:
8085 m

Total Downhill:
8383 m


Level 3

Itinerary

Click on a day to see that days itinerary.

DAY 1 DAY 2

Day 2 and Mont Ventoux: Different ride options including the famous Mont Ventoux - 64 km or Gorges de la Nesque & the lavender fields of Sault 89km. The first itinerary starts with a warm-up tour between the vineyards of Bedoin, followed by the challenging climb and descend of Mont Ventoux. An alternative itinerary will take you through the Nesque River Canyon (Gorges de la Nesque) to the lavender plateaus and the village of Sault.
As a cherry on the cake you can climb the Ventoux and join Bedoin through Sault and the Nesque River Canyon: an unforgettable experience (89 km) (B,D)

Hotel les Pins

3

Bedoin

Blue, green, white... Mont Ventoux towers skyward watching over the hills and vineyards. At the foot...

DAY 3

Day 3 Mont Ventoux to Greoux Les Bains: 132km This stage is long and hilly; and the landscape changes over the stage. You start cycling in the vineyards before reaching "Gordes" one of the most beautiful villages of France by a magnificent road. Then cycle on small roads through the Luberon and cross small villages which were the inspiration behind all of Peter Mayles books on Provence. Relax under the shade of plane trees in the villages as you make your way across this quieter part of Provence. As you approach Greoux les bains, you will start to see the first peaks of the Alps in the distance. Nice 3 star hotel with dinner included. Greoux les bains is a small town where you can relax in a quiet. (B,D)

Villa Borghese

3

Greoux les Bains

Nestled in the vegetation and foliage of the surrounding wooded grounds in the heart of lavender-blu...

DAY 4

Day 4 Greoux to St Tropez: 122km. Start with a road that runs along a dry canyon that is mostly rolling. Then, continue on past a pristine and inviting lake and continue riding through the pines as you start to descend to the sea. Just before arriving at St Tropez, you are on a beautiful Mediteranean road that looks like Corsica with sea and mountain vistas as well as wildlife. Upon arriving in St Tropez, reward yourself with a glass of champagne like the rich and famous who frequent this Riviera jewel. Dinner on your own tonight in St Tropez with our recommendations included.(B)

Hotel Masde Chastelas

4

Saint Tropez

In 1967, Mrs. Sulitzer, the sister of the famous French writer, transformed this beautiful tradition...

DAY 5

Day 5 St Tropez to Nice: 116km. The ride profile is more or less flat but it does not matter, you cycle all day close to the most beautiful and prestigious oceanside of the French Riviera. You ride on very well known towns and places such as "la Croisette" In Cannes or "La Promenade des Anglais" in Nice! A great way to finish a long and spectacular ride! The contrast of red mountains and beaches of white sand; with the Alps in the background. Nice 4 star hotel near the beach, dinner on your own. (B)

Hotel Suisse

3

Nice

Perched between the sun and the sea, the Italian-style Hotel Suisse enjoys a unique location with ex...

DAY 6

Day 6 is departure day. You can take your time with breakfast and then transfer to the Nice rail station or airport. Additional nights can be arranged. (B)



General Tour Information

Mont Ventoux to Nice 5 Night Bicycle Tour
5 Nights / 6 Days

Dates 2012
Any day of the week possible for start, subject to availability. April- June and Sept-October 31. Best months are June, Sept, Oct. Mont Ventoux summit opens in May.

Hotels displayed left are 3 & 4 stars included in all pricing.
Upgrade to a deluxe 4* hotel at Mont Ventoux possible.

Level - Level 3 challenging. Average riding 114 km/day, and is mostly rolling to hilly, Mont Ventoux is very steep climbing.

Guided version: all the above that is in the self guided version plus 1 of our professional and licensed cycling guides, vehicle support, all transport, picnic lunches, all dinners, and a souvenir Discover France jersey.
For all tours we offer free travel planning to add Paris hotels, car rentals, France hotels, trains, airport transfers, and more.

UPGRADES: This tour can be upgraded to 4&5 stars in certain locations only; contact us for a quote.
Additional Nights in Nice: from 165 euros for double room incl breakfast depending on availability.

Details - Arrival city is Avignon, which accessible via train from Paris Gare de Lyon (2hrs 45min) or Paris CDG airport (3 hours). Taxi from rail station to hotel is approx. 15 euros. Departure from Nice; flights to Paris or other international city. Return Train to Paris 4-5 hours. Transfer to hotel upon arrival is included.

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Misc Info: Triple rooms are available as double plus single, quads rarely available.

Optional Services:

Travel insurance, Paris museum & metro passes, Paris hotels, train tickets, Paris day tours, Moulin Rouge shows, and other services. Cell phone rental and luggage storage services.

Note: prices fixed in Euros but are subject to change in other currency based on currency fluctuations. See Booking Terms and Conditions.

What's Included

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The Trip Includes:
 Self guided: 5 nights very charming lodging: 3 and 4 star hotels (most with swimming pool), all buffet breakfasts, 3 dinners, baggage transfer daily, detailed road book with maps and guide book with tourist information and GPS - 1 per 2 persons, arrival orientation & bike delivery, local support available throughout the tour for emergency support.

To learn more about the road books and GPS units we included, visit this link: GPS & Road Book Details

For hotels included in this tour, please see the Itinerary tab; each hotel is shown for each day.


Additional Nights: TBD - please inquire

Tour Rates

Price

Self Guided Version - 3&4 star hotels

Double Occupancy:

1394 €/person*

Single supplements with 2 or more: 399 €

Guided - from 6 persons

Double Occupancy:

1513 €/person

8 persons, Dbl Occ:

1418 €/person

Single supplement:

Custom Groups

Contact Us for a quote.

***Road Bike Rentals are available for a supplement of 160 euros, please see the Bike Rental tab for all details about the bikes we offer. *NOTE: there is a 50 euros/person supplement for travel in July & August

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Bike Info

Bike Rentals:
bike rental discover france cycling tours Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrid rentals - the best rental bike available in the region!
Bike Equipment: For this trip, we recommend our Look 566 carbon road bike as your first rental choice. We also have Scott Sportster P3/P4 or P40 hybrid bikes; see hybrid details on this page including a virtual photo tour, specs and all information.

Carbon Look Rental Rate: 160 euros/bike for the duration of the tour; or 105 euros/hybrid for the duration of the tour. This includes all the gear shown for each bike respectively as well as bike delivery, set up, and bike return. Every bike is given an inspection by our mechanics in the bike shop before they go out again.
Look bikes come without pedals, you must bring your own clipless pedals and shoes; we'll install. Hybrid pedals come with or without straps; or your clipless pedals.



Scott Sportster P3/P4 & P40 hybrids; see link for full details and picture. Helmets and add on materials included in the rental rate of 105 euros.

Pedals with or without straps available. Clients can bring their own Clipless pedals to be changed over. Carbon road bikes available as well as children trailers.


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, see below. Upon confirmation of your tour we will send you some general information about preparations including passport info, training tips, and reading lists, cell phone rental, travel insurance, and more!

Upon final payment, we will send to you a complete list of documentation by email including Hotel List, contact numbers, itineraries, a packing list, regional information about sites, culture, regional specialities, important towns and historical sites, general France travel information, bike travel tips, vouchers, train travel tips, language phrases, holiday info, tour details, culture and customs tips, and much, much more!

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