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Since 1998, Ride in France is dedicated to horse riding tours and equestrian holidays in France.
Ride in France is part of Randocheval, the leading French equestrian agency, which offers rides in more than 50 countries. We even have our own travel agency in Mongolia!
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This horseback riding trip from the Luberon to the Haute Provence will make you live an exceptional week. A ride from the Parc Naturel du Luberon to the Parc Naturel du Mont Ventoux in the sunshine of Provence. |
Day 1 - Monday: Lauris - Buoux
Welcome drink and presentation of our ride, followed by lunch. We begin this horse ride by climbing the crests of the Petit Luberon. We then continue towards Bonnieux, a beautiful hilltop village of stone houses. We then head towards the Claparèdes plateau and the first lavender fields before discovering the Aiguebrun gorges, which mark the boundary between the Petit and Grand Luberon. We pass by the Prieuré de St Symphorien, then follow the Aiguebrun river to reach our first accommodation at the foot of the great climbing cliffs of Buoux. A dip in the pool before dinner will be much appreciated!
Day 2 - Tuesday: Buoux - Céreste
We start the day by discovering the prehistoric sites of the Gorges de l'Aiguebrun. We then make our way to a very pretty Provençal village and take a break at the village fountain to water the horses. Lunch break under the oak trees. In the afternoon, we ride along paths through fragrant garrigue before arriving in Céreste, gateway to Haute Provence. Dinner and overnight stay at an inn in the heart of the village.
Day 3 - Wednesday: Céreste - Simiane-la-Rotonde
After a break to discover the 11th-century Prieuré de Carluc, we resume our horse trek, leaving the Luberon and heading for Oppedette. On horseback through the Provençal hills and fields of sage and wheat, we join our assistant for lunch. A pleasant buffet awaits us in the shade of truffle oaks, on the edge of the Canyon d'Oppedette. Stroll through this typical Haute-Provence village before setting off again on horseback in the shade of the holm oaks. Arrive at the chambres d'hôtes at the foot of the hilltop village of Simiane-la Rotonde, in time to enjoy the swimming pool before dinner.
Day 4 - Thursday: Simiane-la-Rotonde - Le Revest du Bion
Visit the village of Simiane-la-Rotonde on foot before setting off on horseback to the Monts de Vaucluse. Picnic under the chestnut trees, the leaves of which are used to wrap the delicious Banon goat's cheese that we'll enjoy with a Côte du Luberon. In the afternoon, the trail winds its way through fields of lavender and sage before arriving at the equestrian gîte for the night.
Day 5 - Friday: Le Revest-du-Bion - Montbrun les Bains
Departure on horseback through moorland and forest. Picnic near Sault. In the afternoon, we set off on horseback towards Aurel, a charming medieval village at the foot of Mont Ventoux. Surrounded by green hills and overlooking a pretty little plain planted with lavender, a sweet fragrance wafts through the air during July and August. Arrive late afternoon in Montbrun-les-Bains, one of the most beautiful villages in France, facing Mont Ventoux. Transfer and overnight in Lauris for the last evening.
Day 6 - Saturday
End of your horse ride after breakfast. Free transfer to Aix en Provence TGV station or Marseille Provence airport.
This
itinerary is given on an indicative basis. Depending on the seasons and the meteorological conditions during the tour, the guide may modify the tour.
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| Best of Provence Horse Ride - 2025 | ||
| May 19 to 24 | 1800 € | last places > book now |
| August 4 to 9 | ||
| August 11 to 16 | 1800 € |
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| August 18 to 23 | 1800 € |
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| August 25 to 30 | 1800 € |
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| Supplement - 2025 (to be paid on the spot) | |
| Single Room Supplement Mandatory for anyone travelling alone. Not charged if you agree to share your room and we find someone to do so. |
300 € |
- Trail ride as described on full board basis, lunch from the first day to breakfast the last day
- Drinks during the meals
- Transfers from and to Marseille Airport and from and to Aix en Provence Train stations
- Total and unlimited financial guarantee (APS) of all payments made to us (see "why ride with us ?")
- Protection of the French Law for travel consumers who book through French travel agencies (see "why ride with us ?")
- Transports to get to the meeting point
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Drinks outside of meals
- Single supplement
- The single room supplement, payable on site, which is compulsory for anyone travelling alone. If you agree to share your room and we find someone to do so, this supplement will not be payable
- Booking fees 15€/person
- Any other service or optional visit entries, personal expenses
- Optional insurances
Horses
Spanish or barb crossbreds, adapted to trail riding. Well balanced and willing, they live in a herd, outdoors, and are only used for trail riding. They are our guarantee for a relaxing and safe ride.
Tack
Our saddles are designed for trail riding and allow a laid back style of riding.
You must be comfortable with all three gaits outdoors and already have some riding experience. You will also be expected to look after your horse, including grooming, saddling and unsaddling.
Riders must not weigh more than 90kg.
Children accompanied by a responsible adult are accepted from the age of 12 if they have the required level of riding experience.
Guides are certified, and are friends who made a job of their passion. They will share with you this passion and the pleasure of trail riding. They speak French and English and try not to be the leader in the riding tour.
A logistics vehicle carries the luggage from one accomodation to another.
Accommodation
Comfortable accommodation in hotels and bed & breakfasts, most with swimming pools and private bathrooms.
Accommodation in rooms for 2 or 3 people, single rooms at extra cost.
Single rooms are compulsory for anyone travelling alone and must be paid for on site. If you agree to share your room and we find someone to do so, no supplement will be charged.
Meals
At lunch, our assistant will prepare a substantial buffet. A “pastis” (a typical regional aniseed aperitif), a glass of red wine, a refreshing salad, a nap before leaving again: these small pleasures will add to the friendliness of our rides. In the evening everyone meets around a nice table, to discover the local food. We will have dinner in small hotels and guesthouses.
Languages spoken by the guide: English / French speaking guide.
Group size:
Arrival airport / train station:
Meet at 12pm in Lauris.
Free transfer from Marseille Provence airport (10h30am), Aix en Provence TGV station (11am) or Aix en Provence centre station (11.15am).
On the last day, you will be separated after breakfast.
Free transfer: departure at 9.30am for Aix en Provence TGV station (10.30am) or Marseille Provence airport (11am).
Details of how to book these services are provided in your travel pack.
A colorful ride that recalls the American Far-west with the well-known warm and friendly Provencal welcome. |
"This horse-riding trail was really nice. The landscapes were incredible, the horses extraordinary with a sure footing and boundless generosity." - Federica C. (2015)
"Beautiful lanscapes and really sweet mare for totally safe trail." - Sophie C. (2013)
"Beautiful trail to recommend even to the less experienced riders, because it is an easy ride." - Mélanie S. (2013)
6 days / 5 nights / 5 days on horseback.
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