Côtes du Rhône Hiking Week Provence France In the heart of the Côtes du Rhône region, this self guided hiking tour is ideal for wine lovers and people who enjoy hiking through beautiful landscapes. Discover the trails along the famous Dentelles de Montmirail. Magnificent views of the whole region await with the impressive Mont Ventoux, surrounded by prestigious vineyards of the Rhone Valley. You walk through the hills, between pines and cypresses, orchards and olive trees, small villages and chapels in the warm colors of the South of France. Along the way, make sure you taste a good Côtes du Rhône wine. HIGHLIGHTS • The landscapes of the Grands Crus of the Côtes du Rhône in the wild foothills of Mont Ventoux • Wine tasting opportunities & wine estate tours along the way • Beautiful wine villages including Séguret, Gigondas & Vaison la Romaine Walking Tour Meeting: Vaison la Romaine Airport: Marseille Transfer: Riders: Min 2 riders Max 6 riders Trip Brochure (PDF) Trip Rating

Packages and Options

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Transfer and Other Charges:

Transfers are not available for this trip. You need to make your own way to Vaison la Romaine on Day 1.

Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival
Make your own way to Vaison la Romaine and wander through this lovely city. Make sure you visit the Gallo-Roman ruins, the largest archaeological site in France.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Vaison la Romaine

Day 2: Séguret to Vacqueyras
Short transfer from Vaison to Séguret. From Séguret, hike to Gigondas, a picturesque village rising in the middle of the famous wine estates of the same name, with its church of the eleventh century. Then hike on the foothills of the Dentelles Sarrazines.
Hiking about 4h30, +450m / -450m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Vacqueyras

Day 3: Vacqueyras to Le Barroux
Hiking on the foothills of the Dentelles de Montmirail with the villages and vineyards of Beaumes-de-Venise, orchards and olive trees all around you. The perched village of Le Barroux and its quiet streets are dominated by a castle of the twelfth century.
Hiking about 4h40, +450m / -200m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Le Barroux

Day 4: Le Barroux to Malaucene
The trail follows the southern foothills of Mont Ventoux. You hike through pine and cedar forests that contrast with the bare summit of the peak culminating at 1912 meters above sea level.
Hiking about 4h00, +650m / -450m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Malaucene

Day 5: Chapels & foothills of Mont Ventoux 
Today you pass on the northern foothills and hamlets of Mont Ventoux. On the path of the Chapel, you come across a series of places of pilgrimage, dating for the oldest of the twelfth century.
Hiking about 4h45, +550m / -550m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Malaucene

Day 6: Malaucene to Vaison-la-Romaine
On the way to Vaison-la-Romaine, discover Crestet, another picturesque village. End of your trip in Vaison-la-Romaine.  
Hiking about 4h15, +450m / -550m
Meals included: Breakfast

                                    Vaison la Romaine area

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High Temperature (°F)	51	53	61	67	75	83	89	87	79	69	58	52
Average Low Temperature (°F)	32	33	39	44	51	58	62	60	55	48	39	33
Average High Temperature (°C)	10	12	16	20	24	29	32	31	26	21	14	11
Average Low Temperature (°C)	0	1	4	7	11	14	17	16	13	9	4	1

Source: NOAA

Seasons
The Provençal climate is characterized by the bright and ever-present Provençal sun. The winds and rains are sporadic year-round.

Winters are most often mild and sunny, with incredibly clear skies. This is a great season with incredible lighting.

Autumn & Spring, with their mild weather, can sometimes bring with them more abundant rains. 

Summer months can be very hot and dry, with occasional thunderstorms that cool the air. 

We recommend visiting between March and June or September and November, when the mild temperatures are ideal.


Mistral Wind
The mistral is a strong and turbulent wind that blows in gusts. It cools the hot summer temperatures and produces a brisk chill in the winter. 
It is always accompanied by the sun, an intense blue sky, and spectacular visibility.

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Accommodations
This is a progressive trip, so you will be staying in different establishments along the way. 

Description
We favour small local establishments, often family-run hotels or B&Bs, that employ local people. Selected by our track finders, our accommodations are chosen based on the friendliness of the owners, the quality of the service, the charm of the establishment and, quite often, the quirkyness (of both accommodation and owners!) that makes where you sleep an integral part of your adventure. 

Your package includes standard accommodation (with all basic comfort and services) but it is possible to upgrade to more comfortable accommodations for an extra fee.

Accommodation Itinerary - subject to changes based on availability
Night 1: Evêché in Vaison la Romaine
Night 2: Le Pradet in Vacqueyras
Night 3: Les Geraniums in Le Barroux
Night 4 & 5: Hotel Blueberry in Malaucène

L'Evêché in Vaison la Romaine
This B&B is housed in a beautiful restored house dating back to the 17th century. It offers 5 cozy bedrooms featuring ancient furniture and paintings that contribute to their charming atmosphere. The rooms all have their own bathroom and free Wi-Fi access.

Le Pradet in Vacqueyras
Recently renovated, this 3-star hotel has 32 guestrooms, all equipped with a phone, TV, Wi-Fi, temperature control and ensuite bathroom.
In the evening, guests can relax by the pool or in the small garden.

Les Gernaiums in Le Barroux
Surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, Les Geraniums is set in a charming stone building. The guestrooms have free Wi-Fi access, private facilities and some rooms have a TV.

Hotel Blueberry in Malaucène
This small family hotel has 19 air conditioned bedrooms. The rooms all feature a bathroom, a flat screen TV, and free Wi-Fi.


Meals
All breakfasts are included in your package.

Breakfast will be provided by the accommodations.

Tack:
Horses:
Pace:		About 4-5 hours of walking per day
Level:		(3 out of 5)    Moderate
Riders:		Min 2 riders	Max 6 riders

Trip Difficulty: Moderate
From 4h to 5h of walking per day, on marked trails and forest paths with possible options, altitude difference up to +650m/-550m, Accessible to anyone walking regularly in the year

Passports

Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:

(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.

Passport Note

France is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.



Visas

Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:

(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;

(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays of up to 90 days.

Passport Required?
British	Yes
Australian	Yes
Canadian	Yes
USA	Yes
Other EU	1
Visa Required?
British	No
Australian	No
Canadian	No
USA	No
Other EU	No
Return Ticket Required?
British	No
Australian	Yes
Canadian	Yes
USA	Yes
Other EU	No

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