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Sun-drenched villages, fragrant lavender fields, lively markets and some of the most inviting trails in France – Provence was made for slow, meaningful adventures. In the sunny south of France, it's just a short train ride from Paris or a hop from Nice and Marseille.

Walk through the Luberon's 'Most Beautiful Villages of France', including Gordes and Roussillon, on Classic Provence, explore the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Gigondas on Provence: Villages & Vineyards, or hike from the mountains to the Calanques of Cassis. Prefer two wheels? Cycle from L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue via Gordes to Châteauneuf-du-Pape on our Biking in Provence Short Break.

We've been running hiking and biking trips in Provence since 2014, with hand-picked B&Bs, guesthouses and boutique hotels, luggage transfers and navigation in our award-winning app.

Senanque Abbey

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Routes in Provence

  • France

    Classic Provence

    • Walking
    • 7–8 days
    • Moderate
    from$2,510CAD pp
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  • France

    Biking in Provence

    • Cycling
    • 5 days
    • Moderate
    from$2,315CAD pp
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  • France

    Provence: Villages & Vineyards

    • Walking
    • 8 days
    • Easy - Moderate
    from$2,495CAD pp
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  • France

    Provence: Mountains to the Mediterranean

    • Walking
    • 7 days
    • Moderate
    from$3,000CAD pp
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Here's why Provence is a favorite with self-guided travelers:

  • The 'Most Beautiful Villages of France', including Gordes and Roussillon
  • The Abbaye de Sénanque, one of the most iconic sights in the Luberon
  • World-famous wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape and crisp Provençal rosé
  • Lively local markets filled with antiques, fresh produce and regional delicacies
  • Stylish 4- and 5-star boutique hotels on Classic Provence In Style

Provence like a local

  • When's the best time to visit Provence?

    Spring (April–June) and fall (September–October). July and August bring lavender in full bloom, but also heat, crowds and the risk of wildfires, so we limit our hiking options in midsummer – our bike trips are still a great choice.

  • What are the must-visit places in Provence?

    UNESCO-listed Avignon, the hilltop villages of Gordes and Roussillon, the 12th-century Abbaye de Sénanque, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, and the limestone cliffs of the Calanques near Cassis.

  • Where will I stay?

    In hand-picked B&Bs, guesthouses and boutique hotels that capture true Provençal character.

  • What is a Slower Adventure?

    Shorter active days, with more time to browse village markets, linger over a glass of Châteauneuf-du-Pape or relax at a café. Provence: Villages & Vineyards is one of our Slower Adventures.

  • What should I eat in Provence?

    Ratatouille, bouillabaisse from Marseille, tapenade and goat cheese drizzled with honey – with a Côtes de Provence rosé, a bold Châteauneuf-du-Pape or a splash of pastis.

  • How do I get to Provence?

    Provence is a short train ride from Paris, or a short hop from Nice and Marseille.

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