Jewels of the Luberon
The timeless charm of Provence's villages
Trip Overview
Adopt the 'slow travel' philosophy right in the heart of the Luberon Regional Nature Park. This getaway is an invitation to simply breathe and contemplate: from the vibrant, colorful facades of Roussillon to the stone elegance of Gordes, every stop looks like a postcard. Behind the wheel of your vehicle or on an e-bike, weave through country roads heavily scented with thyme and rosemary.
Pricing
From $6,200 / 5 200€ per guest
Mobility
Included: Premium SUV rental and e-bikes at your disposal
Hotels
Intimate lodging in 4-star boutique hotels and luxury Bastides
Flight
Sunrise hot air balloon ride
Terroir
Olive oil and local wine tasting
Heritage Villages
Ménerbes, Roussillon, Gordes, and Lourmarin
Your Itinerary
Arrival and immersion in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
After picking up your rental vehicle at the Avignon TGV station, head to L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue. Stroll along the canals and push open the doors of the many antique shops that give the town its fame. In the late afternoon, enjoy a private tasting at a traditional Luberon olive oil mill (activity included).
✓ Included: Car rental. Overnight at Grand Hôtel Henri (4-star).
Gordes and the Sénanque Abbey
Set off to discover Gordes. Freely visit the Sénanque Abbey, a Cistercian jewel nestled in a serene valley of lavender. At dawn the next day, experience a moment suspended in time: a private hot air balloon flight over the Luberon's perched villages, capped off with a champagne toast upon landing (activity included).
✓ Overnights at Hôtel Le Petit Palais d'Aglaé (4-star) in Gordes.
The flamboyant ochres of Roussillon
Head to the village of Roussillon. Walk the Ochre Trail for a complete change of scenery that heavily evokes the American West. The following day, take advantage of the provided e-bikes for a guided ride through the vineyards and cherry orchards, complete with a chic, curated picnic set up by your guide (activity included).
✓ Overnights at La Coquillade Provence Resort & Spa (5-star) or La Bastide de Marie.
The sweet life in Lourmarin and Ménerbes
Drive to the southern Luberon to explore Ménerbes and Lourmarin, beloved retreats for iconic writers. Wander freely through the local artisan boutiques. For your final evening, a local chef will join you in your hotel's kitchens to provide a private Provencal cooking masterclass, followed by dinner (activity included). On day 7, return your vehicle in Avignon.
✓ Overnight at Hôtel Le Moulin (4-star) in Lourmarin.
