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A Taste of Provence


Itinerary for A Taste of Provence




Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Please, note that the 5-day program starts on Monday morning  (meeting at 9am in Lauris) and ends on Friday after the ride (around 5pm).

Day 1 (Sunday): Arrival
After airport or train collection, riders will gather at your lovely French Farm House late in the afternoon. Introduction to your accommodation, an aperitif in front of the fire place, and a presentation of the ride will mark the start of your week in Provence.
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at Les Gargoulettes in Lauris


Day 2 (Monday): Introductory Trail Ride
In the morning, meet your equine partner and “get acquainted” on an introductory trail ride in the vineyards surrounding the Farm. Enjoy a French lunch on the grounds of the Farm. In the afternoon the group leaves for another one hour and a half hour ride into the rolling hills of the Luberon Mountain range. You will see White Oaks, olive trees and the great perfume filled countryside of Provence. This area was home to the shooting of two very famous Provencal movies of French culture, "Jean de Florette" and "Manon de Sources" adapted from the novels of the famous author, Marcel Magnol.  The movies will be played at the farm after the dinners during the week if you wish to view. 
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Les Gargoulettes in Lauris


Day 3 (Tuesday): Luberon & Durance
Morning ride between the Luberon and Durance mountains: along vineyards, fields of olive trees, almond trees, cherry trees, peach trees ...
We will go back to the equestrian center for lunch. In the afternoon, we ride in the scented trails of the Luberon, among thyme, sage, rosemary.
Dinner and overnight at the guesthouse.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Les Gargoulettes in Lauris


Day 4 (Wednesday): Durance River Ride
Today, you will ride to the Durance river bank for a lovely picnic lunch with aperitif, cheeses, salads, local pies, local wines and coffee. Riding down the hills, you will discover the entire Durance Valley, and take a glimpse at the village of Lauris, perched on the cliff. The ride back will be an easy ride through lovely agricultural landscape. You will discover the rich soil that permits this area to have the best production of wine, asparagus, olives, truffles, cherries, apricots, melons, and many other of the Provence treasures! 
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Les Gargoulettes in Lauris

Day 5 (Thursday): Luberon Ridges
This morning, we head to the Luberon ridges. We will stop for a picnic lunch in a beatiful cedar forest. You will be able to enjoy views over the "mont Ventoux", called the "Giant of Provence" as well as the Southern Alps.
Return through a valley to the equestrian center. Dinner and overnight at the guesthouse. 
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Les Gargoulettes in Lauris

Day 6 (Friday): Lourmarin Visit & Wine Tasting Ride
This morning you will visit the famous Provencal village of Lourmarin, This is where Peter Mayle – the Author of “A Year in Provence”, used to live.
After your free lunch (not included) in the village, you will go on your last ride to a local cellar producing “Cotes du Luberon”. This little family cellar has been promoted by Robert Parker, the famous American Wine Writer. Don’t drink too much, just enjoy the tastes, before once again riding through the nice pine tree forests and bringing your horse home to the pasture in the woods, where they will have a weekend rest. 
Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight at Les Gargoulettes in Lauris

Day 7 (Saturday): Departure
After breakfast, around 9:30 am transportation to train station or airport is organized. 
Meals included: Breakfast 



Non Riders
Non-riding companions are welcome to join this trip. It is best to have a car in order to do some sightseeing while the rest of the group explores on horseback.
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A Taste of Provence
Tour Code: IT-FRPV01
7 days / 6 nights
Dates : Feb-Mar & Nov

Trip Rating :
Difficulty : Riding Level
Riding Level Explained
ABeginner
Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
BNovice
Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
CIntermediate
Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
D Strong Intermediate
Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
EAdvanced
All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
Lodging: Standard
Lodging Level Explained
   
= Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
   
Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
 Accommodations with superior comforts.
   
 = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
   
Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
   
 = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
   
Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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Tack: Western saddles with saddle bags
Horses: Camargue horses
Pace: Moderate - with walk, trot and some ca...
Walk, Trot, Canter,
Airport: Marseille
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