Riders are welcomed between 4pm and 7pm, with a welcome drink. Introduction to the other participants and the week's programme, followed by dinner at the table d'hôtes. Overnight in guest rooms.

Day 2 - Monday: Lauris - Mallemort
Via the southern flank of the Luberon, with its pine forests and cliff-top landscapes, we descend to the Durance, which we cross before a pleasant picnic by the river. After our lovely break, we spend the afternoon riding along the canal that irrigates the valley's many crops, before returning to the park where our horses stay the night. Riders are transferred by minibus to the chambres d'hôtes in Lauris.

Day 3 - Tuesday: Mallemort - Eygalières
This morning, after meeting up with our horses, we set off across the plain and its orchards towards Lamanon, where a hearty picnic awaits us. In the afternoon, we set off on horseback towards the Alpilles, a superb limestone massif where the white of the cliffs contrasts with the green of the pine forests. We arrive near Eygalières, passing the chapel of Saint-Sixte. Overnight in a bed and breakfast at the foot of the Alpilles.

Day 4 - Wednesday: Eygalières - Les Baux de Provence - Astouin
Through the Alpilles, along paths winding through pine forests, our horses take us on a discovery of Van Gogh's landscapes: passing by the monastery of Saint-Paul where he was interned, then the Roman arch of Glanum. Picnic by a lake. In the afternoon, enjoy fine views over the crests of the Alpilles before discovering the silhouette of Les Baux-de-Provence. Visit the village, then transfer by minibus to the heart of the Camargue. Overnight in guest rooms.

Day 5 - Thursday: Astouin - Visite d'une manade - Les Saintes Maries de la Mer
After an hour on horseback in the heart of the Camargue, we arrive at a manade. Mathieu, a passionate herdsman, welcomes us in front of the enclosure of one of his herds of bulls. We accompany him on horseback to ‘accamper’ the bulls, i.e. push them through the marsh to a sorting pen. He then tells us about the ‘course camarguaise’, breeding methods and the traditions associated with Camargue bulls, before sorting some of the bulls in front of us. Picnic on the manade prepared by our assistant. We then ride back to the manade where the horses will be staying this evening. Transfer to our hotel in Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. After settling in at the hotel, we have time for a stroll through the narrow streets of the village, a trip to the beach, or a swim in the hotel pool, before dinner in a village restaurant and a late evening at a lively bodega. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 6 - Friday: Les Saintes Maries de la Mer - Méjanes
Today, we spend the morning on the beach and have a picnic under a laupio (a typical Camargue shelter). In the afternoon, we set off for Méjanes along the Etang du Vacarès: superb scenery in the heart of the Camargue along the pond with its many pink flamingos. End of the ride in Méjanes, loading the horses into the lorry and transferring the riders to Lauris for the last meal and the last night.

Day 7 - Saturday
End of the equestrian tour in Provence after breakfast. Free transfer to Aix en Provence TGV station or Marseille airport at 9.30am.

This riding tour is given on an indicative basis. Depending on the seasons and the meteorological conditions during the tour, the guide may modify the tour.

Our horses and required riding ability

Horses breeds
Our travel companions are Spanish or barb crossbreds, adapted to riding trail, well balanced and willing, they live in a herd, outdoors, and are only used for riding trail. They are our guarantee for a relaxing and safe ride.

Tack
Riding trail saddles.

Suitable riding ability
You must be at ease at the three gaits riding outdoor and already have a good experience riding. You also have to take care of your horse : groom, saddle and unsaddle.

Maximum rider’s weight: 90kg.
Children from 12 years old are accepted if accompanied by an adult and if they have the suitable riding ability.

Helmet can be lent by the equestrian centre but we recommend you to bring yours for more comfort. 

"Super! A horse perfectly suited to my level and my desires! A nice guide and group. Fantastic Camargue with the guardian. Quality accommodation and food." - Camille I. (2025)

"We had a very warm welcome at the airport and at our first accommodation in Lauris by our hosts and guides Magali and Marie. Our guide Magali took rider and horse safety very seriously and was very clear on how to react in different situations. My horse Sentenza was the best riding horse you could wish for! He was confident and calm in all situations, always ready and moving forward. Absolutely wonderful! Magali and Marie checked the horses at every break and at the end of the day. We were very well informed about what was expected of us in terms of caring for our own horse. They always had time to help if necessary. Each accommodation was unique and we were treated to a surprise every night! I really liked the decor! Not to mention that the rooms were spotless and the owners/staff were welcoming and super friendly. This was one of the best horse riding holidays I've done so far, and I've done a lot of them in different countries in North America and Europe. I totally recommend this ride. The guides, the people we met in our accommodation, the horses, the varied landscape, everything was very magnificent!" - Anna-Katrina (2024)

"Very successful horse trip with an excellent guide, great horses, friendly riders, beautiful scenery and perfect weather. Great horses of different breeds, kept in a group, balanced and motivated. Riding knowledge and preferences were asked beforehand, so everyone was able to find the horse that suited them. A very good programme. Every day of riding was different, no day was boring. River crossings, magnificent views and beautiful gallops. Very varied landscapes, magnificent views and most of the time accompanied by the scent of different herbs. Riding in the Camargue with the bulls and on the beach was also a great experience. Accommodation: mostly good, often with swimming pools. Food: good and plentiful, always trouble free with an option for vegetarians." - Yvonne (2023)

"For my first equestrian trail experience, it will be an unforgettable moment. Breathtaking landscapes and time and peace to enjoy it, perfect horses, adapted material, really comfortable accomodations with welcoming and generous hosts... Everything was as described and more! I left with my head full of memories and one thought: when is the next time ? More than a sport adventure, I will keep the human adventure in my mind. I met humble people, true, who love their region and their horses and enjoy sharing everything. How can I thank Didier, Isa and Pierrot for all of these simple moments? Also a nice meeting with Alice and Nicky!" - Marion N. (2018)