The Experience
From Sunny Southern France to Beguiling Barcelona
“Slowly in the morning and not too fast in the afternoon” is a saying in the south of France. When you’re never far from a delicious Côtes du Luberon or Catalan wine, an exquisite meal and intoxicating scenery, they’re easy words to live by. So feel free to stop, sample and savor. Wander leisurely in Provence, through the countryside and within the ramparts of medieval villages perchés. Marvel at Costa Brava’s white-sand beaches and brilliant Mediterranean waters. Linger in artisanal shops, sip a pastis and sample delectable cuisine. And enjoy the magic of two sun-soaked lands at two blissful speeds. Slowly and not too fast. Walk in the wild and ruggedly beautiful Luberon Valley Private tasting of the best local vintages A landscape of limestone hills, olive orchards and vineyards Discover the charming and thriving artists’ haven of St-Rémy Hike from one secluded cove to another on Costa Brava’s ancient Camí de Ronda
DAY 1 Walk in the wild and ruggedly beautiful Luberon Valley, land of honey, lavender and cherries Spectacular scenery surrounds you—the views of Mont Ventoux, with its distinctive bald white peak, are especially memorable. DAY 2 Explore the picture-book streets of hilltop Bonnieux with a local guide Hike the wooded rolling hills and craggy cliffs of the Grand Luberon range, an area renowned for its truffles The ruins of medieval Fort de Buoux, perched on a high plateau, invite a stroll. DAY 3 A private tasting of the best local vintages Amble through a landscape of limestone hills, olive orchards and vineyards Cross a Roman-built bridge to Roussillon Follow Grand Randonnée trails past wheat fields, oak forests and a truffle farm It’s a hearty climb to the perched village of Gordes. DAY 4 Discover the charming artists’ haven of St-Rémy at its vibrant best on market day Seasonal fruits and vegetables, a multitude of cheeses, cut flowers, eggs, home-baked breads, olives, honey…there’s something truly special about wandering amid the abundance of farm-fresh produce and lovingly crafted local goodies at le marché Travel to the Costa Brava by private coach. DAYS 5-6 Walk Spain’s ancient Camí de Ronda, which connects Costa Brava’s secluded coves Find your bliss amid this incredible setting of plunging cliffs and white-sand beaches Ascend to a promontory offering glorious views of the sea.
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The Route
