Essence of the Luberon
Visiting: FranceCode: PEEL
Tour price from GBP 1450.00 for 8 days - Land Only
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Outstanding walking in Provence and the Luberon – hilltop villages, crumbling castles and expansive meadows filled with wildflowers and lavender From hilltop towns of the Luberon to the herb-scented trails of Mont Ventoux, we savour dramatic vistas and wonderful Provençal hospitality. Discover the Dentelles de Montmirail, the foothills of the Mont Ventoux and the world-famous Côtes de Rhône vineyards of Beaumes-de-Venise, Vacqueyras, Gigondas and Séguret. Vaison-la-Romaine affords us plenty of attractions to tempt during our three days here. Her lazy market square, Gallo-Roman remains - including a 6000-seat Roman theatre – the largest archeological site in France and oodles of time to sip refreshing beverages and people-watch. From the Dentelles we travel to the Luberon where the beauty and variety of the scenery is exceptional – from ochre mines to orchards as far as the eye can see.
Essence of the Luberon
Explore Gordes, Provence’s best-known hilltop village – a town of silk painters, weavers and potters, where houses built of golden stone rise to the Renaissance château crowning the top. A true highlight for all will be our three days in the hidden hamlet of Buoux - from our 12th-Century 'Feature Stay' base we undertake magnificent walks and are sure to enjoy the perfect marriage of activity, gastronomy and well earned relaxation beside the welcoming pool. Savour an intimate glimpse into this distinctive region of France under seemingly permanent blue skies.
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Trip Itinerary
- Day 1(Sun) Arrive in Avignon.
- Day 2Travel to Gigondas. Walk to Séguret through famed Côtes du Rhône vineyards (4 hours).
- Day 3A free day to explore the superb market in Vaison and discover the old town and the many treasures from the Gallo-Roman civilisation.
- Day 4Walking with views of Mont Ventoux, through the medieval village of Le Crestet (5 hours).
- Day 5Drive to Gordes. Circular walk including visit to 12th century Cistercian Abbey of Sénanque. Transfer to the hamlet of Les Séguins (Buoux) (4 hours).
- Day 6Walk in the Buoux Gorge and along the Aiguebrun River. Continue into the Luberon hills to Buoux Fort (4 hours).
- Day 7Loop walk to the charming village of Bonnieux along the ridges of the Petit Luberon mountains (6 hours).
- Day 8Transfer to Avignon where our trip ends upon arrival (Sun).
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