Le Luberon Grand Tour

Program

Pratical information

• Luggage

  Travel light – we’ll take care of the rest!
  Drop off your luggage before setting off in the morning; it will be waiting for you at your next stop. You’ll only need to carry what you need for the day and your picnic. Luggage is transported by vehicle. Please allow one bag per person, weighing no more than 15 kg. One important detail: each bag must be labelled.

• Formalities

  • Passport or ID is compulsory
  • We recommend getting a European Health Insurance card (check with the NHS) 
  • Repatriation insurance is compulsory

• DEPARTURE AND MEETING POINT

  Departure from Gordes, Provence Alpes Côte d'Azur.

  How to get there:

  By car: if you are arriving via the A7 (from the north or south), take exit 25 “Cavaillon”, then follow signs for Cavaillon. Then take the D2 towards Digne, Sisteron and Apt. Our partner hotel is approximately a 15-minute drive from Cavaillon (the exact address will be provided in your invitation).

• Accommodation

  Over the course of this 6-night tour, your accommodation is as follows:

  2 nights in a 3* hotel

  1 night in a 2* hotel

  2 nights in a guesthouse

  1 night in a hostel

  Accommodation is based on two people per room (double or twin room), with en-suite bathroom and toilet. Bed linen and towels are provided.

• Food

  With the exception of dinner on day 5 in Apt (which is not included), dinner and breakfast are served at your accommodation. We take particular care to work with guesthouse dining and restaurants that specialise in simple cuisine made with local produce.

  Self-catering option: lunches are not included. You can either order them from your accommodation provider or stock up at the few grocery shops along the route (we will indicate these in your travel documents).

  Guided version: lunches are included and carefully prepared by your guide (or, where applicable, by the previous night’s accommodation). Generally, the picnic consists of a cold salad with starchy foods and fresh vegetables, some cold meats, cheese, bread and a piece of fruit.

• Attendees

  The self-guided package is available for groups of two or more, with luggage transported by taxi.
  The guided package is available for groups of six or more, with luggage transported by taxi.

   

• Accompanying

  Self-guided:
  You set off on your own, as a couple, with family or with friends. We take care of accommodation, meals and luggage transfers.
  You have good hiking experience and know how to find your way using a map and a compass. From one stage to the next, you follow the GPS tracks, and where necessary the maps and guidebook that we have carefully prepared.
  Travelling independently means hiking light, at your own pace, and fully enjoying the pleasures of nature without worrying about the logistics of your trip. It also means being free to interpret and imagine the stories told by the region you’re passing through.

  With a guide:
  Discovering a region or a country, learning about its natural environment, its history, the lives of its inhabitants, and the relationship between humans and nature… mountain guides specialising in these regions are there to shed light on the world around you and bring the mountains to life.
  The guides at LaRébenne are here to share their passion for the mountains with you.

• Advised equipment (non-exhaustive list)

  RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT TO BRING 
  As good preparation is often key to a successful trip, here are a few tips on what to pack to ensure your journey goes as smoothly as possible (non-exhaustive list):
  
  YOUR LUGGAGE
  One piece of luggage per person, weighing no more than 13kg: a soft sports bag of around 55 litres. This luggage will be transported by vehicle.
  We will provide you with address labels to attach to your luggage.
  
  THE BACKPACK
  1 medium-sized backpack for your day’s essentials 
  
  ESSENTIALS
  Compass and altimeter for independent hikes 
  - Rainwear.
  - Two water bottles, each holding at least 1 litre of water.
  - A first-aid kit: double-layer plasters, antiseptic wipes, bandages, gauze, water purification tablets, aspirin, personal medication and a survival blanket.
      (To be put together in consultation with your doctor.)
  - Your personal items: camera, hats, binoculars, etc.
  
  FOOTWEAR
  Good hiking boots that come up above the ankle. Above all, they must be comfortable, waterproof and breathable. Good ankle support is essential. If you need to buy a new pair, we advise you to try your boots on before your trip begins. Do not choose a size that is too small, as your feet will tend to swell.
  
  CLOTHING
  - A waterproof windproof jacket (Gore-Tex, poncho, etc.)
  - A thick jumper or fleece jacket
  - Comfortable trousers for walking
  - Shorts, t-shirts, as well as breathable underwear
  - A change of clothes and personal toiletries
  - A hat and a pair of gloves.
  - A swimsuit (for certain trips).
  
  
  FOR THE PICNIC
  - Cutlery (fork, folding knife, spoon).
  - Snacks (energy bars, dried fruit, etc.).
  
  SMALL ITEMS
  - Lightweight, breathable shoes for the evening (trainers or sandals)
  - A pair of telescopic walking poles or ‘shepherd’s crook’
  - Sunglasses and sun cream
  - Lip balm
  - Hat, cap or sun hat
  - Camera, binoculars, etc.
  - A small toiletries bag, with a towel
  - A torch or headlamp + spare batteries.
  - Toilet paper.