Duration
From 3 nights
Self-Guided Road Cycling
From
£605pp
Mont Ventoux Self-Guided Road Cycling with Sportive Breaks
Overview
- Spread your payments: Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking
- Best months to ride Mont Ventoux: May, June, July, August & early September
- Climb Mont Ventoux: Tackle one of France's most inconic climbs, and be rewarded with stunning scenery
- Relax post-ride: Mont Ventoux has a wealth of luxury spas and swimming facilities, perfect for winding down after your ride
Mont Ventoux is one of the most iconic climbs in the world of cycling and a true bucket-list destination for road cyclists. With Sportive Breaks, you can experience the freedom of a self-guided cycling holiday in Provence, riding at your own pace without the restrictions of a group. Start your ride whenever you choose and explore routes tailored to your ability—whether it’s tackling the legendary ascent of Mont Ventoux or discovering scenic Provençal roads and rolling hills.
We’ll provide a GPS navigation app with curated cycling routes, so you can plan your perfect day on the bike with confidence.
Stay for as long as you like with flexible packages starting from 3 nights. Add extras such as evening meals, private airport transfers, and road bike or e-bike rental for a hassle-free experience. Whether you’re chasing epic climbs or enjoying leisurely rides through breathtaking landscapes, our self-guided cycling holidays in Mont Ventoux give you complete control of your adventure.
Itinerary
Day To Day
On arrival, your private transfer (if you’ve included this in your booking) will be waiting for you to drive you to your hotel in Bédoin – approximately 1 hours 30 minutes away from Marseille Airport. If you’re planning to bring your own bike, this will need to be added to your transfer booking and they will be transported with you. Transport for up to 8 people and up to 8 bikes can be booked online. Transfers for larger groups can be quoted on request.
Depending on your arrival and departure times, you may be able to squeeze in some extra cycling time on your arrival and departure days – please ensure you have included enough bike rental time for this if you’re renting a bike to be picked up in Bedoin.
It’s entirely up to you how you plan your cycling schedule during your stay. There are plenty of routes that set off from a central point near your hotel, so you can choose your route for each day and also when you wish to rest and relax. Below are a few examples of climbs and rides available for you to tackle:
- Mont Ventoux Climb (From Bedoin) – 21.5km | 1582m
- Mont Ventoux Cingles du Ventoux – 135km | 4390m
- Giant of Provence loop – 112km | 1579m
- Luberon Valley – 92km | 1587m
After breakfast your transfer to Marseille Airport will take approximately 1 hours 30 minutes. Safe travels home!
Inclusions
Accommodation
Stay in quality accommodation with spa facilities, in Bédoin
Transfers
Add on private airport transfers from Marseille Airport (including bike boxes if you're bringing your own bike)
Local Support
Support when renting a bike locally and emergency contact information for support.
Included Meals
Breakfast daily and the option to upgrade to Half Board (breakfast & dinner)
Bike Rental
Add on a quality road bike or e-bike rental
Great Rides
Varying distances available depending on your riding ability. Smooth paved roads and outstanding scenery are guaranteed
Packages and Rates
Prices:
- From £605 per person based on two people sharing for 3 nights on a B&B basis + Return airport transfers for two people with bikes, from Marseille Airport
- From £730 based on one person in a single room for 3 nights on B&B basis + Return airport transfers for 2 people with bikes, from Marseille Airport
Included with your Self-Guided Road Cycling package:
- 2-star hotel accommodation in Bédoin - Sainte Colombe
- Breakfast daily
- Selection of routes to follow using a GPS Navigation App on your smart phone or your GPS device
- ABTA protected
Also available:
- Road Bike rental
- E-bike rental
- Bike transport
Hotel information
Hotels
La Garance is located in Sainte-Colombe, in the heart of Provence, just 4 km from Bédoin. The hotel is set in a restored farmhouse surrounded by vineyards and olive trees and has a view on Mont Ventoux.
It offers an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi access. The guest rooms at La Garance include a flat-screen TV, a work desk and a wardrobe. Each room also includes a private bathroom fitted with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast with mainly organic products can be enjoyed in the breakfast room or on the terrace on sunny mornings.
Provencal cuisine is served in the restaurant La Colombe next to the hotel. Free private parking is available on site and the Dentelles de Montmirail are 12 km away. The property is a 20-minute drive from Carpentras and a 45-minute drive from the centres of both Orange and Avignon.
Bike information
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Please contact [email protected] stating the following:
- Name
- Departure Date
- Number of Nights
- Number of Travellers
- If you require Bike Hire
- If you require Transfers
- Plus, any further info that you feel might be relevant
Please complete as much information as possible in the enquiry form below – when you submit your enquiry this will come through to us by email and we will respond by email. If we have any questions about your enquiry we may call you to follow up. If you have any questions, please do contact our team [email protected]
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Why travel with us
You're in safe hands
We have a team of highly experienced professionals who have been organising cycling trips for over 25 years. We are members of ABTA and ATOL so book with confidence.
Plenty to choose from
Did you know? We offer the biggest selection of European Gran Fondo and Cyclo-Sportive events.
Spread your payments
Our payment plan is an interest-free payment method where you will have the opportunity to spread payment for your booking. *Selected products. Terms and Conditions apply.
Logistics covered
We know the routes, we know the roads. We know the best hotels for cycling enthusiasts. We organise everything for you; transfers, bike transport, local support and more.
