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Way up above our heads is the Mont Ventoux (1909 metres), the “Géant de Provence” that cyclists the world over fear and respect. But there are also innumerable little roads which run hither and thither, weaving their way over the lower slopes of the mountain for the delight of cyclists whose pleasure is to enjoy the countryside, rather than imitate those other giants of the Tour de France…
Small winding roads link vineyards, olive groves, orchards and fields of lavender. Along the way, cyclists plying their passage through the heart of this austere yet lovely limestone countryside can explore typical villages which surprise by their charm and character.
Every day there’s a different outing with new places and faces to see. Every evening there’s a friendly welcome and a table set with dishes of the ever-inventive Provençal cuisine.
From April to October
Itineraries (please click for details)
8 days / 7 nights 
4 days / 3 nights
Characteristics of circuits
Difficulty: 2/5
Daily distances: between 28 and 42 km
Total daily uphill: between 190 and 400 metres per day
The circuits are at altitudes between 250 and 1000 m
Suitable for road and country bikes
What's included?
Half-board
Guest house with 3 "épis", 2 star hotel with pool
Baggage transfer
Detailed roadbook and maps
Technical and logistical support
Transfer possible from Montbrun to Ferrassières (to reduce climb!)
Reservation request
Booking form
Once you've filled in the form, Safran will suggest a made-to-measure holiday adapted to your personally chosen dates during the week or at the weekend.
Tariffs 2012
| Price per person, on the basis of two people sharing same room | Additional services | ||||
| Duration | July - August | Low Season | Baggage for a Single | Single Room | Bike rental Adult |
| 8d/7n | € 740 | € 695 | € 75 | € 175 | € 100 |
| 4d/3n | € 365 | € 340 | € 75 | € 75 | € 60 |
| Picnic:€10 per person | |||||
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Le Mont Ventoux
 1909 metres high, the Mont Ventoux has borne much the same name since the 1st or 2nd century, perhaps from “Vintur”, a god of the summits, or the Celtic Ven-Top, meaning “snowy peak”.From the summit, the entire “Provincia Romana” may be seen stretching from the Mediterranean Sea to the Rhône and the Alps. The horizon is immense, making this one of Europe’s finest panoramas. On the heights, the almost lunar landscape contains phenomenal flora and fauna. 120 different bird species nest on the mountain, and you might whilst cycling come across a boar, a fox, a wild sheep of Corsica, a deer or a dashing hare! |
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Agence Safran - Les Cascades - F. 26400 Mirabel et Blacons
Tel. +33 (0)4 75 25 78 78 - Fax +33 (0)4 75 25 78 79
info@safrantours.com - Agence de voyages LI.026.99.0001