Included: An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area (English/French speaking) 7 or 8-day walking holidays in Provence Accommodation for 6 or 7 nights 2026 departures: 2 & 3-star hotels & two nights at a simple auberge 2027 departures: 3 & 4-star hotels & one night at a simple auberge Most meals, as in the itinerary Luggage transfers Private transportation during the tour, as in the itinerary Entrance to Buoux Fort (if joining a 2026 departure) Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout): Single occupancy room Not included: Transportation to the meeting point and from the endpoint Drinks and some meals Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout Guide gratuities — optional

How fit do I need to be?

These walking holidays in Provence are ideal for people who enjoy regular exercise, are in good shape, and used to regular and sustained physical activity. Hikers joining this tour should be able to handle walking uphill at a slow and steady pace for up to 2 hours at a time. Daily walks are generally under 5 hours per day , on various types of terrain—though nothing too difficult and technical—with up to 600 m (2,000 ft) of climbing per day.

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag) Hiking poles — optional Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Lightweight hiking boots or shoes Spare clothes for layering Waterproof rain jacket Sunhat Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Headlamp or flashlight Sunglasses Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For these walking holidays in Provence, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 13:1. It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. If not enough people sign up, the tour is canceled at the latest 60 days prior to departure date. If you’d like to go on the tour regardless of whether the minimum group size is reached, please contact us . The tour can go ahead for 2 and 3 hikers as well, but at an additional cost. If you’re joining by yourself, adding a single supplement upon checkout is mandatory. Walking holidays in Provence can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join these walking holidays in Provence on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian. If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

Is a single occupancy room available?

The price for this Provence walking tour is based on twin-share rooms , but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee . You can add it to your booking at checkout.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Avignon, the starting point of your walking holidays in Provence, most people fly into Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) or Paris, which has two airports: Aeroport Paris-Beauvais (BVA) or Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) . From there, there are fantastic fast train options—it will take you two to three hours to reach Avignon, depending on your departure point.

Safety measures and insurance

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Walking Holidays in Provence: Hilltop Villages, Coastal Trails, Local Flavors

7-8 days | Easy to Moderate | 4.80

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More than just walking holidays in the Provence—it’s a culinary journey, a journey for the soul. One where we’ll discover quintessential Provençal landscapes, explore historical places, and get to know the authentic culture of this southeastern region of France. We’ll saunter through aromatic lavender fields, walk along the Mediterranean Sea, and stroll through charming villages perched atop hills. All our efforts will be rewarded with out-of-this-world food: just picture yourself in a typical French bistro, sipping on a glass of delicious rosé, and feeling fabulous. This is just a tiny portion of what’s expecting us—ready to discover the rest?

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Adventure Highlights

Lush landscapes in the Mediterranean sun: Every day we’ll walk through poppy fields, rolling vineyards, thyme-carpeted hillsides, and endless lavender fields
A change of scenery every day: We’ll explore calanques (steep-walled rocky coves), orange-hued Colorado Provençal, verdant cedar forests, plateaus…
Get into the Provençal state of mind: See, feel, taste, and smell Provence over the course of 8 days: visit local markets, taste the olive oil and many cheeses, and admire its beauty

Duration

7-8 days

Season

Spring and Fall

Group size

Up to 13 people

The adventure, day by day

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Everything in the 7-day tour, and then some. This eight-day version adds an extra night in Buoux to explore the ancient Buoux Fort, a remarkable site with 3,000 years of history carved into the rock, before heading south to the Mediterranean coast for a grand finale in Cassis. Here we spend two days among the legendary calanques—dramatic limestone inlets plunging into turquoise water—with the option of a boat excursion and a full day hiking through En Vau, Port Pin, and Port Miou. For those who want the full picture of Provence, from lavender plateau to sea cliff, this is it.

Day 1: Arrive in Avignon

We meet at 6 pm at our hotel in the heart of Avignon—a papal city and UNESCO World Heritage Site enclosed by its 14th-century ramparts. After a welcome meeting with a glass of local wine, we meander through the labyrinth of cobbled streets in the old center, working up an appetite before sitting down for a great dinner in town.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: 3-star Hotel Angleterre

Day 2: Bonnieux — Buoux

A short morning transfer will get you to the village of Bonnieux, another gem of the Luberon, immortalized in Peter Mayle’s A Year in Provence. Visit its beautiful town squares and the old cobbled steps leading to its 12th century church. On the crest of the Luberon, you’ll stroll under the magnificent canopy of cedar forest, and find a secluded spot to enjoy your Provençal picnic.

Then you will enter the Grand Luberon, going alongside a lavender field before reaching Buoux castle, and the village of Buoux itself. Spectacular arrival at the Auberge des Seguins awaits, in depths of the Aiguebrun gorge—a restored 17th century goat farm, an unknown gem in an idyllic setting. The Auberge des Seguins, as far off the beaten-track as you can get, is hidden in the heart of the Luberon mountains. Set in a 17th century hamlet, literally at the end of the road, and at the crossroads of the most beautiful walking paths in the Luberon, Les Seguins will be our home for the next two nights.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: 2-star Auberge des Seguins
Hiking: 4.5 hours / 12 km (7.5 miles)
Elevation: +250 m / +820 ft | -150 m / -492 ft

Day 3: Buoux — Les Crêtes — Buoux

Leave Auberge des Seguins by foot and reach the 3,000-year old Buoux Fort. With cliffs on all sides and outstanding views, you’ll explore the ruins of many different civilizations that sought refuge atop this rocky crag. From medieval ramparts and churches to Romna silos and watchtowers, and even Celto-Ligurian ruins—this site is fascinating.

If you’ve got enough energy left, climb up to the rounded crest of the Luberon mountains, carpeted in thyme and wildflowers. On a clear day, the views extend to the Alps to the north, and even to the Mediterranean Sea to the south.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: 2-star Auberge des Seguins
Hiking: 4.5 hours / 12 km (7.4 miles)
Elevation: +500 m / +1,640 ft | -500 m / -1,640 ft

Day 4: Buoux — Saignon — Apt

Follow the Aiguebrun river up past cliffs and dry stone terraces that were once farmed. Continue along the Claparèdes plateau through lavender fields and truffle oak plantations to the perched village of Saignon—built on a terraced hillside, it’s considered one of the most beautiful villages in France.

Take a stroll through its narrow streets and Place de la Fontaine, after which you’ll continue down to Apt, the capital of Luberon, renowned for its candied fruit, ochre production, and lavender essence. Dinner tonight is on your own!

Meals: Breakfast and picnic lunch
Accommodation: 2-star Hotel Aptois
Hiking: 3.5 hours / 13 km (8 miles)
Elevation: +140 m / +460 ft | -380 m / -1,247 ft

Day 5: Caseneuve — Colorado Provençal — Rustrel — Apt

A short transfer takes you to the foot on Caseneuve. The trail climbs up a ridge where cherry trees, crops, and dry stone huts switch up to the crests. Descend to the Colorado Provençal, from where you’ll see red and orange ochre peaks in the distance.

Arrive in Rustrel, the heart of these ancient ochre quarries, which form a red, yellow, and orange maze of combes sculpted by erosion. You can choose to walk along the ochre trail. Transfer from Rustrel to Apt, where you’ll have dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: 2-star Hotel Aptois
Hiking: 3.5 hours / 11 km (6.8 miles)
Elevation: +330 m / +1,083 ft | -180 m / -590 ft

Day 6: Cassis

Transfer southbound towards the Mediterranean Sea and the quiet riviera town of Cassis situated on the eastern edge of the Calanques—a set of dramatic limestone inlets spanning 20 km from Marseille to Cassis.

Each of the isolated coves unveils its secrets, the pure white limestone casting turquoise reflections in the still waters. This site has become France’s newest national park! You can go for an optional boat excursion to the famous Calanques (one-hour tour approximately 25 euros) or just relax on the beach.

Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Accommodation: 2-star Hotel Cassitel

Day 7: Calanques from Col de la Gardiole to Cassis

After breakfast, a short transfer takes you to the Route de la Gineste, from where you’ll start your walk to the Col de la Gardiole pass, high above the Calanques of Cassis. You will be hiking among shrubs and aromatic herbs. Soon you’ll find a shaded and deeply encased valley that descends in tight zigzags towards the sea, and here is where you’ll reach the Calanque of En Vau.

This is followed by a short but steep climb through the jagged limestone to reach the Calanque of Port Pin, a narrow finger-of-an-inlet complete with a sandy beach, the perfect stop for your secluded picnic and a refreshing dip in the sea! The third Calanque is Port Miou, over a kilometer long, but ultra-thin, lined on both sides by sailboats. Soon you’ll reach Cassis, where you’ll have your farewell dinner!

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: 2-star Hotel Cassitel

Day 8: Departure

After a hearty breakfast, there will be an organized group transfer to Aix en Provence. You can catch a fast train to Paris! If you’d like to stay longer, just ask your guides for some recommendations!

Meals: Breakfast

A seven-day guided hiking journey through the heart of Provence, from the walled papal city of Avignon through the dramatic rocky ridges of the Alpilles—taking in Van Gogh's Saint-Rémy and the clifftop village of Les Baux-de-Provence—before heading east into the Lubéron, where lavender fields, ochre-painted villages, and centuries-old farmhouses set the scene. We finish in Roussillon, perched atop one of the world's largest ochre deposits. A perfect blend of hiking, culture, and Provençal charm, with comfortable 3 and 4-star accommodation throughout.

Day 1: Welcome to Provence

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel Horloge, Avignon (4-star)

Day 2: Alpilles mountains, valleys, & crests

A short 30-minute transfer brings us to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, an artsy town whose landscapes were immortalized by Van Gogh—we pass St. Paul de Mausole, the monastery where he spent the last year of his life. From there, a botanical path leads us up a quiet valley to the ridge of the Alpilles and the striking rock formation Rocher des Deux Trous, with outstanding views. Those up for more adventure can tackle a breathtaking detour along the rocky crest—some light scrambling involved, and well worth it.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 10 km (6.2 mi) | optional detour: 18 km (11.2 mi)
Elevation: +/- 300 m (+/- 985 ft) | optional detour: +/- 500 m (+/- 1,640 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Le Gounod, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (3-star)

Day 3: Market in St-Rémy and walk to Les Baux-de-Provence

We start the morning browsing the vibrant market stalls of Saint-Rémy, picking up local produce for a picnic lunch. The walk follows the mountain ridge through fragrant thyme and cistus, with open views in every direction, until the medieval village of Les Baux-de-Provence dramatically appears—perched on a rocky spur with the ruins of its 1,000-year-old castle. After exploring the village, we visit the Carrières de Lumières, a former limestone quarry transformed into a breathtaking immersive art space, before transferring back to St-Rémy.

Meals: Breakfast
Hiking: 12 km (7.5 mi)
Elevation: +485 m / -360 m (+1,590 ft / -1,180 ft)
Accommodation: Hotel Le Gounod, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (3-star)

Day 4: Exploring the Lubéron

After a one-hour transfer, we arrive in Bonnieux—a pretty Lubéron village immortalized in Peter Mayle’s A Year in Provence—and explore its cobbled steps and 12th-century church before setting off on the trail. We walk under the magnificent cedar forest canopy along the crest of the Lubéron, past a lavender field, and on to Buoux castle and the village of Buoux itself. The day ends with a spectacular arrival at the Auberge des Seguins, a restored 17th-century goat farm tucked deep in the Aiguebrun gorge.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Hiking: 12 km (7.5 mi)
Elevation: +250 m / -150 m (+820 ft / -490 ft)
Accommodation: Auberge des Seguins, Buoux

Day 5: Lavender fields and the villages of Saignon & Roussillon

We follow the Aiguebrun river upstream past cliffs and ancient dry-stone terraces, then continue across the Claparèdes plateau through lavender fields and truffle oak plantations toward Saignon—one of the most beautiful villages in France, built on a terraced hillside with narrow streets and a picturesque central fountain. A 25-minute transfer then brings us to Roussillon, our base for the final two nights: a village perched atop one of the world’s largest ochre deposits, its houses ablaze in shades of yellow, pink, orange, and deep red.

Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch
Hiking: 11 km (6.8 mi)
Elevation: +400 m / -300 m (+1,310 ft / -985 ft)
Accommodation: Les Sables d’Ocre, Roussillon (3-star)

Day 6: Market in Apt and walk back to Roussillon

After breakfast, we transfer to Apt to wander through one of the region’s largest Saturday markets, stocking up on picnic supplies before hitting the trail. The path rolls through olive groves, fruit trees, and ochre-stained countryside shaped by centuries of agriculture and mining—passing through the villages of Villars and Gargas, with old quarries, panoramic viewpoints, and fascinating geology along the way. Back in Roussillon, we gather for a final group dinner with our guide.

Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Hiking: 10 km (6.2 mi)
Elevation: +300 m / -300 m (+985 ft / -985 ft)
Accommodation: Les Sables d’Ocre, Roussillon (3-star)

Day 7: End of the trip

After breakfast, a transfer at 10 am takes us from Roussillon to Avignon train station—the end of the adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

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Lodging

Charming hotels

Depending on your departure year, we have selected two levels of comfort for your Provençal getaway.

For 2026, our standard accommodation focuses on authentic, family-run establishments. You’ll stay at the Hotel d’Angleterre in the heart of Avignon’s historic center, followed by the rustic and historic Auberge des Seguins tucked deep into the Luberon cliffs. In Apt, we use the welcoming L’Aptois Hôtel, and we conclude our journey at Hotel Le Cassitel, ideally located facing the harbor and beach in Cassis.

For our 2027 departures, we have upgraded the experience with premium lodging. Start at the elegant Hotel de l’Horloge in Avignon, featuring a terrace with views of the Palais des Papes. In Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, we stay at Hotel Gounod, a former 18th-century coaching inn. We still include the unique Auberge des Seguins for its unmatched location, and end at Hotel Les Sables d’Ocre in Roussillon, which features a heated pool and a 7,500 m² landscaped park.

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Oceane

Mountain Guide

Born and raised in the heart of the Alps, Oceane has always been surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. Whether skiing in winter or hiking in summer, the outdoors is where she feels at home. While earning a master’s in public health, she explored different regions of France and traveled abroad, but a year in New Zealand reignited her love for hiking and led her to become a mountain guide. Now, Oceane helps others discover nature’s healing power and the joy of the outdoors. Passionate about gastronomy, she also enjoys cooking and exploring new culinary experiences.

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Delphine

Born in Provence and in love with the mountains since forever, Delphine’s choice to become a hiking guide was the obvious path. She gets to share her passion for nature, help people to discover all the places she loves, and she loves sharing those beautiful moments with other hikers! Apart from Provence, Delphine has also guided in the French Alps, Europe, Chile, and New Zealand. With a masters in mathematics, Delphine has a wide range of interests including outdoor activities, yoga, and music.

What others say about this adventure

4.80 (5 reviews)

Tatiana A.

|October 2024

The whole trip, itinerary, accommodations and meals were exactly what I expected from this adventure

Analy S.

|October 2024

Better than expected. Hikes were well planned and every detail was on the mark.

Martha Schrader

One of our most memorable trips with our kids.

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Tatiana A.

|October 2024

The whole trip, itinerary, accommodations and meals were exactly what I expected from this adventure

Analy S.

|October 2024

Better than expected. Hikes were well planned and every detail was on the mark.

Martha Schrader

One of our most memorable trips with our kids.

Bastien Serafin

Very professional service coupled with great customer care.

Vincent V.

|July 2025

Things to know

Included:
- - An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area (English/French speaking)
  - 7 or 8-day walking holidays in Provence
  - Accommodation for 6 or 7 nights
    
    2026 departures: 2 & 3-star hotels & two nights at a simple auberge
    
    2027 departures: 3 & 4-star hotels & one night at a simple auberge
  - Most meals, as in the itinerary
  - Luggage transfers
  - Private transportation during the tour, as in the itinerary
  - Entrance to Buoux Fort (if joining a 2026 departure)
Add-ons (pricing shown at checkout):
- - Single occupancy room
Not included:
- - Transportation to the meeting point and from the endpoint
  - Drinks and some meals
  - Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
  - Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
  - Guide gratuities — optional
These walking holidays in Provence are ideal for people who enjoy regular exercise, are in good shape, and used to regular and sustained physical activity. Hikers joining this tour should be able to handle walking uphill at a slow and steady pace for up to 2 hours at a time.

Daily walks are generally under 5 hours per day, on various types of terrain—though nothing too difficult and technical—with up to 600 m (2,000 ft) of climbing per day.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Hiking poles — optional
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Lightweight hiking boots or shoes
  - Spare clothes for layering
  - Waterproof rain jacket
  - Sunhat
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Headlamp or flashlight
  - Sunglasses
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

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Group sizes and prices:
- - For these walking holidays in Provence, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 13:1.
  - It takes a minimum of 4 people for this tour to operate. If not enough people sign up, the tour is canceled at the latest 60 days prior to departure date.
  - If you’d like to go on the tour regardless of whether the minimum group size is reached, please contact us. The tour can go ahead for 2 and 3 hikers as well, but at an additional cost.
  - If you’re joining by yourself, adding a single supplement upon checkout is mandatory.
Walking holidays in Provence can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join these walking holidays in Provence on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
The price for this Provence walking tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. You can add it to your booking at checkout.
To get to Avignon, the starting point of your walking holidays in Provence, most people fly into Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) or Paris, which has two airports: Aeroport Paris-Beauvais (BVA) or Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). From there, there are fantastic fast train options—it will take you two to three hours to reach Avignon, depending on your departure point.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Deposits

Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

Basic
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 90 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60-89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
Super Flexible
- - If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  - If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  - If cancelled within 59 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.

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