PROVENCE – The Lavender Route

A fragrant and colourful journey on horseback that takes us from the southern Luberon to the highlands of Provence, the heartland of lavender cultivation, at the peak of the flowering season.

The lavender fields of the Luberon form a breathtaking landscape of rolling hills washed in shades of purple and blue. In summer, their gentle fragrance fills the air, while golden stone villages and warm Provençal light create a scene of timeless beauty, calm, and harmony with nature.

We ride to the Drôme Provençale, passing at the foot of the region's giant: Mont Ventoux. The scents of lavender, sage and Provençal herbs will accompany us throughout this itinerary through the magnificent landscapes of Lower and Upper Provence.

Highlights

• The fields of lavender in bloom
• Typical landscapes of Provence
• Experienced trail horses

• The ride described, with full board
• Accommodation in dormitories or double/triple rooms according to the chosen option
• Transfers to/from Aix-en-Provence TGV station or Marseille airport at set times
• Drinks with meals

• Transportation to the destination
• Drinks other than those included with meals
• Single room supplement to be paid on site, mandatory for anyone travelling alone and who has chosen the double/triple room option. If you agree to share your room and we find someone to do so, this supplement will not be charged (€325 for 2026)
• Entrance fees for any visits

Horses

The Barb and Spanish crossbred horses, which are particularly well-suited, balanced and willing, live in herds all year round. They are only used for trail riding, ensuring maximum relaxation in complete safety.

Saddles

Trail saddles.

Recommended riding experience

You must be comfortable riding at all three gaits outdoors, without necessarily being a very experienced rider. You will also be asked to take care of your horse, including grooming, saddling and unsaddling.
Riders must not weigh more than 90kg.
Children are accepted from the age of 12 if they have the required riding level. We accept teenagers unaccompanied by an adult from the age of 15.

Supervision

Our qualified guides and tour leaders provide safe supervision in a relaxed atmosphere. They speak French and English and, as far as possible, take a hands-off approach to their work.

Support vehicle

A logistics vehicle transports luggage from one accommodation to another.

Accommodation

Different levels of accommodation are available on this ride, depending on the option you choose when you book.

Some accommodations have a swimming pool.

• Dormitory accommodation: one night in a large dormitory for around 20 people, the other nights in rooms/dormitories for 2 to 6 people.
• Shared room accommodation for 2 or 3 people: some nights with 1 double bed + 1 bed, sharing a double bed for 2 people.
• Single room accommodation.

Meals

The catering team joins us at lunchtime to prepare a hearty buffet. A glass of pastis or local wine (to be enjoyed in moderation!), grilled meats cooked by the river, a refreshing salad, a nap before setting off again: so many pleasures and moments of conviviality to share.
Dinners at the Mas or in the gîtes are an opportunity to sample home-style Provençal cuisine.