Luberon et Vin en Provence Sept. 5- 14
In southeastern France…
between Mt. Blanc and Marseilles lies
the fabled land of Provence.
And in its midst roll the Prealpinefoothills of Luberon.
Running west toward the Rhone valley, its hilltops crowned with medieval villages, its slopes cloaked
in oak and beech, valleys draped in vineyards,
Luberon is a cyclist’s dream.
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The ElliptiGo Rides
We’ll cruise through patchwork farms growing the vegetables, meats, and herbs which define Provençale cuisine. Single lane farm roads are our favorite but French “D” roads are nearly as lightly traveled.
Daily we’ll wind from valley floors to sweeping views framed in pine trees. Whether on hilltops or nestled on riverbanks, villages mark our progress: L’Isle sur la Sorgue, La Baux, Lourmarin, ochre walled Rousillion, hilltop Gordes. On to Bedoin for an optional climb up legendary Mt. Ventoux.
Discover the tunnels and vistas of the Gorges de la Nesque, and find out if Chateauneuf du Pape is a wine, a village, or an area. And what does it have to do with the Pope in the first place?
The Food
Whether standing up or sitting on a saddle we travel on our stomachs. So we’ve come to the right place– here “farm to table” is not jargon but a way of life.
Luberon famously grows tomatoes, bell peppers, courgettes and their delicious flowers, eggplant, olives, basil, garlic, olive oil, wild herbs, especially lavender and thyme, and melons of all colors. In September add figs, apples, leeks, and mushrooms. Goat cheese is king, but fromage from all over France is on every menu.
Fish, shellfish, crustacés, squid, octopus (poulpe), sardines, anchovies, Soupe de Poissons, or go for a real Bouillabaisse. Lamb dishes and Beef Daube (hearty stew) are considered specialties, other proteins abound. And every restaurant and hotel will ask for allergies or preferences.
Wandervogel Tours Terms and Conditions, Reservations and Deposits
Reservations can be made via our website with a $200 per person deposit. Payments using a credit card are processed by PayPal
We prefer payments made with a check made payable to Wandervogel BTA and mailed to 2400 Calle Monte Carlo, San Clemente, CA 92672
Deposits are fully refundable through February 28. Thereafter refunds are subject to our cancellation policy below.
Trip prices are per person based on double occupancy. There is a single supplement fee for individuals in a single room.
Once you book your trip, the price is guaranteed
Price covers land costs only; they do not cover air fare or other transportation to and from the trip.
ElliptiGo and Bike Rental fees are not included in the trip price.
Price includes hotels, breakfasts and luggage transfers. Consult the specific trip itinerary for additional items included in the trip price.
Your reservation for our tour is an acknowledgement and full acceptance of our Terms of Service.
Cancellation Policy
Wandervogel’s acceptance of your registration for this tour is subsequent to your agreement to
pay the remaining balance in full.
If you must cancel your tour reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the terms
outlined in the chart below.
Exceptions to our cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including but not limited to weather, terrorism, civil unrest, epidemics or the threat
thereof, personal, family or medical emergencies
or force majeure. There is no refund for
arriving late or leaving a trip early.
Cancellation of tour because of travel restrictions for Americans in our tour destination
We will be reviewing the feasibility of operating tours
If the borders are not open for travel 60 days prior to
the tour start. If the trip must be postponed, you will
be given a 100% refund of your trip deposit paid
less any PayPal fees incurred (3% per transaction).
Cancellation Fees (per person)
Days Prior to Tour Scheduled Start Date
90+ days prior to tour start – 25%
15 to 44 days prior to tour start – 50%
0 to 14 days – 90%
Trip Insurance
We encourage tour participants to consider purchasing Travel Protection plans for your trip.
Trip insurance policies can cover: Airline Tickets,
medical emergencies, etc.
Please read: https://www.ricksteves.com/travel-tips/
trip-planning/travel-insurance
Invoice Payments
Deposits and Reservations can be made
via PayPal using a credit card.
All subsequent invoice payments are
payable by check, please.
If you prefer to pay your invoice via PayPal using a credit card, a 3% processing fee will be added to your invoice.
Invoice payments are due by the
dates listed on your invoice.
Liability Release
Participants are required to sign the Liability Release Form with which they are provided
for any event they attend.
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Tour Price: approx. $3,299 per person, double occupancy.
Included in the price per person are:
* 9 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels
* 9 breakfasts
* 5 dinners select hotels or restaurants
* Our own van large enough for 10 ElliptiGos plus bikes
* Luggage transfers between hotels
* SOS support en route
* Route finding and leadership on the road
* 10 ElliptiGo 8C’s available as of this posting first come, first served $299 for the duration of the tour
* Hybrid, road, and E-bikes available prices vary
At the time of this posting we’d like to discourage E-bike use as there is ample time to prepare for the moderate riding required.
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Pete directly: petevannuys@cox.net
or call anytime: 949 492 5737