Landscapes of the Luberon Walk

Landscapes of the Luberon Walk

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Landscapes of the Luberon Walk

9 Days Starting and ending in Pernes-Les-Fontaines

Visiting: France

Tour operator:

Exodus Adventure Travels

Tour code:

W08PL

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium, Low, Leisurely / Moderate

Age range:

18-99

Special diets catered:

Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

History, Photography

Activities:

Swimming, Trekking

From: $2765

NB: Prices correct on 05-Jul-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This 8-night walking holiday is based in the glorious Luberon National Park, taking in the lush Provencal countryside and its world-famous Villages Perche, with stunning views across mountains, valleys and plains. This is a land whose natural light and lavender-scented summers have inspired generations of poets, painters and writers from Petrarch in the 14th century right up to modern-day, bestselling author Peter Mayle.



Highlights

  • Wonderful regional wines and classic Provencal cuisine

  • Delightful walking through the timeless Luberon landscape

  • Dazzling ochre cliffs; stunningly beautiful villages; endless swaying vines; superb views of Mont Ventoux

  • Quality hotels full of local character, all with swimming pools

  • Heady mix of lavender, wild herbs, olives, pine and colourful flowers

Itinerary

Day 1


Arrive at your hotel, located just north of the town of
Pernes-les-Fontaines.* (Staying at Hotel l'Hermitage)*



Day 2


Today we'll take you to medieval St-Saturnin on the edge of the Plateau de
Vaucluse. Start the day with a stroll through its narrow streets up to the
sprawling chateau ruins which overlook the village and offer your first
superb views over the entire Luberon valley. Then head south through classic
Provencal countryside - vineyards, cherry orchards, fig trees, olive groves
and fragrant lavender - enjoying a magnificent panorama across the Apt plain.
Pass the village of Gargas, home to the vast Ochre Mines of Bruoux and
continue through pine forest along ochre-red tracks, before descending into
Roussillon.* (Staying at Les Sables d'Ocre)*



Day 3


Roussillon is famous for its streaked ochre cliffs and is the starting point
of the Ochre Trail. It's also considered one of the Plus Beaux Villages of
France, with the winding streets full of brightly coloured houses in
wonderful shades of red, pink, orange and yellow. You could, perhaps, visit
the perched village of Bonnieux, full of art galleries, pavement cafes and
little restaurants just perfect for lunch.* (Staying at Les Sable d'Ocres)*



Day 4


You set off today through vineyards, passing the Domaine de Tara wine estate
before following footpaths and quiet country lanes with fabulous views south
across the Luberon valley and north to the perched village of Gordes. After a
short climb along pine-scented footpaths, you'll descend into Les Imberts
where your hotel awaits with a swimming pool and spa.* (Staying at Mas de la
Senancole)*



Day 5


Just a few kilometres away is the picturesque hilltop village of Gordes, one
of the region's most famous and another of France's Most Beautiful Villages.
Made up of wonderfully photogenic houses, terraces and gardens, Gordes is
dominated by its Renaissance chateau, which also houses a museum. Explore its
streets, crammed with cafes, restaurants and shops.* (Staying at Mas de la
Senancole)*



Day 6


You begin today following quiet lanes past olive groves and vineyards before
arriving at the medieval village of Cabrieres-d'Avignon with its golden stone
houses and old castle (now a private residence). You'll then head up into the
hills under the shade of beautifully scented pine forests, past a section of
the 27km-long Mur de la Peste, a wall built by locals in 1720 in a vain
attempt to stop the spread of the Plague. Continue over the north edge of the
valley for spectacular views of the whole Luberon. Descending, the views
switch to look north across the Vaucluse, as you head into
Fontaine-de-Vaucluse.* (Staying at Hotel du Poete)*



Day 7


Today you can explore the village, home to the Fountain of the Vaucluse (the
biggest spring in France and the fifth largest in the world). You'll also
find the crumbling ruins of the castle of the Bishop of Cavaillon, a museum
about the Resistance and a number of lovely cafes and restaurants. Or why not
visit the 'island city' of L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, surrounded by the clear
waters of the Sorgue River? With its many riverside shops and cafes it makes
a good choice for lunch.* (Staying at Hotel du Poete)*



Day 8


Ascend through pine and oak forest, then out across the Plateau de Vaucluse
for stunning views of Mont Ventoux and the jagged peaks of the Dentelles de
Montmirail. Head down through cherry orchards to popular St-Didier; perhaps
enjoy a drink before your transfer to Pernes-les-Fontaines. *(Staying at
Hotel l'Hermitage)*



Day 9


LEAVE PERNES-LES-FONTAINES



What's Included

  • Walking transfers

  • Luggage transfers between hotels 

  • All accommodation

  • Route notes and maps

  • All continental breakfasts and 4 evening meals

  • Meals

    7 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 4 dinners.

What's Not Included

  • Single supplements

  • Visas and vaccinations

  • Travel insurance

  • Any Solo traveller supplements (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)

Food

All continental breakfasts and 4 evening mealsWhilst not the most
sophisticated of the French cuisines, most dishes use the excellent tasting
local fresh produce. Cooking à la Provencale uses local olive oil, garlic,
peppers, tomatoes, courgettes, aubergines and wild herbs, all ripened by the
sun to give an intensity of flavour. You can browse among the colours and
smells, and make picnic purchases at the lively local markets.The proximity
of the sea makes fish and seafood an important element of the local cuisine.
Regional dishes include the famous bouillabaisse, a rich fish stew served
with aioli and rouille; the bourride – a lighter version of the
bouillabaisse; pistou soupe (summer vegetable soup with a blend of garlic,
basil and olive oil); authentic ratatouille, large colourful salads an
delicious courgette flower fritters. Tapenade and anchoïade are
savoury dips made with local olives and anchovies; pissaladière is an onion
tart with olives and anchovies and is very likely to have come from
the Romans.Making wine, particularly rosé, has been Provence’s specialty
for a long time. The grapes and soil throughout the region vary a lot, but
the hot, sunny and dry climate is ideal for the local wines. The local red
grape varieties are used because they cope well with strong sun exposure
and poor soils: Carignan, Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah, Tibouren
and Calitor. The rosés are made out of the same varieties but the musts
only macerate for a few hours so the fruits’ skin don’t darken the juice
or release too many tannins.

Accommodation

We've hand-picked high quality hotels for you to stay in, all of which boast swimming pools in their extensive grounds. Your accommodation includes a 19th century stately manor house with its own orangery and swimming pool; a charming hotel with heated outdoor pool and spa facilities including a sauna, hot tub and massage room; and a converted water mill whose millstreams are now a tranquil water garden. We've included four evening meals, so you're free to choose from some great nearby restaurants on your remaining nights.

Check out our Q&As

  • Do you require a visa for this holiday?

    No visa required for British passport holders.

  • Are vaccinations required for this tour?

    There are no specific health risks.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Luggage transfers between hotels

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

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