Women’s Ventoux Cycling Tour

Overview

Reserve your place on the Women’s Ventoux Cycling Tour today with a CHF 500 deposit.

Dates: Thursday May 21st - Tuesday May 26th 2026

Days Riding: 5

Price: from CHF 1950

Conquer the Giant of Provence with Borne Cycling.

This women’s only cycling tour encompasses four days of wonderful Provencal cycling, including 2 different routes up to the summit of Mont Ventoux.

The rides are planned to challenge you on some of the best roads in the area. But they’re also designed to give you plenty of time to relax and enjoy the bars and restaurants of Bedoin.

Along with riding twice up Mont Ventoux you will also explore the Gorges de la Nesque and ride a tour around the base of the “Bald Mountain”

Highlights

5 nights 3* hotel accommodation in central Bedoin - at the foot of Mont Ventoux
5 days of spectacular guided and supported cycling
Climb Mont Ventoux twice - from Malaucene and Bedoin
Knowledgeable Guides with you on the road every day
Support Van carrying your luggage and “wet bag” always on hand
Post ride massage every day

Daily Plan

Each day we’ll leave from our hotel around 0930 and spend the day exploring the excellent roads of Provence - with coffee and lunch stops built in. We would typically return to the hotel around 1500 to allow time for massage, recovery and visiting Bedoin. We typically have dinner around 1930.

Prices

Shared Double / Twin Superior Room CHF 1950

Single Occupancy Superior Room CHF 2650

2026 Dates: Thursday May 21st - Tuesday May 26th

Where you’ll stay

You’ll stay at the 3* Hotel des Pins in the centre of Bedoin. The hotel combines cosy and comfortable surroundings with unrivalled tranquillity. In the shade of the pine trees, dive into the swimming pool and unwind in the garden, soothed by the gentle song of cicadas.

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Distance: 22km
Elevation: 350m D+
Climb(s): Col de la Madeleine (449m)
After your arrival we would go for a very quick (60 min) spin to check the bikes and orient ourselves before heading into the town for a welcome drink and dinner.
Distance: 55km
Elevation: 1780m D+
Climb(s): Mont Ventoux (1910m)
Straight in at the deep end! Leaving the hotel after a hearty breakfast you’ll ride out of Bedoin and straight onto the lower slopes of Mont Ventoux. The climb has a gentle start through the vineyards, before really kicking off at the first hairpin. The road gets steep all the way through the forest before easing as you reach Chalet Reynard. Now the summit comes into view, but there’s still a fair way to go to reach your goal. The views open up over the plains below, as the landscape next to you gets more and more barren.
Once at the top you’ll drop down to Malaucene for a coffee and lunch before riding around to Bedoin and the hotel via the Col de la Madeleine.
Distance: 74km
Elevation: 960m D+
Climb(s): Gorges de la Nesque (734m)
A real must do in the region. Gorges de la Nesque is an incredible road just to the south of Bedoin that hugs the cliffside for around 20km, passing through rock tunnels and just getting more and more spectacular. After a coffee and lunch in Monieux you’ll ride another incredibly quiet and almost as stunning road looping back around to Bedoin and the hotel.
Distance: 100km
Elevation: 1420m D+
Climb(s): Col de la Madeleine (456m) Veaux (577m) Col d’Aurel (784m)
The longest day on the bike today starts with rolling roads around to Malaucene. From there we head to the beautiful Gorges de Toulourenc. This is the northern side of Mont Ventoux and the road leads you through lovely villages, gently rising almost all the way to Sault where you’ll have lunch. After Sault you’ll enjoy the reverse route from yesterday down the Gorges de la Nesque, before heading north back to Bedoin.
Distance: 55km
Elevation: 1770m D+
Climbs: Mont Ventoux (1910m)
Your last day has you climbing up to Ventoux, but this time from Malaucene. Warm up on the same roads as yesterday over to the foot of the climb. The road is never quite as steep as it is from Bedoin, and there’s a very welcome cafe just 5km from the top which serves perfect crepes to give you the little boost you might need to reach the summit. The views to the north of the mountain are wonderful, with the alps stretching from left to right on the near horizon. Once at the summit (where you have lunch - weather permitting), we’ll drop back down to the hotel for a final massage, souvenir shopping and dinner.
Time to say your goodbyes and revel in having conquered Mont Ventoux (twice!)

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FAQs

What should I expect from the Women’s Ventoux Week?

This women’s only tour is the perfect early season trip. It will challenge you with the two ascents of Mont Ventoux, and the other two days of longer rides (with less climbing). You’ll be led and guided by a great team of women who will look after you both on and off the road.

Where will I be staying?

The hotel is in Bedoin - a cycling mecca right at the foot of Mont Ventoux. The town is packed with cyclists, bars, restaurants and bike shops. It is a 1 hour transfer from Avignon TGV station and a 1.5 hour drive from Marseille Airport and a 3 hour drive from Lyon Airport.

Is the Women’s Ventoux Week right for me?

This week is perfect for women who want to ride their first big mountain, while still having time to relax and recover in the afternoons. It is a great kick start to the European season, giving you the opportunity to work on the legs (and the tan!). If you’re looking for a friendly and supportive few days of cycling in a world famous location, this week is for you.

What do I need to bring?

You can find an exhaustive packing list here

Why should I book with Borne Cycling?

Borne Cycling was established with one simple goal: to enable cyclists like you to see some of the world’s most spectacular roads.

We use our knowledge and experience to give you a cycling tour that will live long in the memory. We also make your tour as comfortable and worry free as possible, leaving you free to concentrate on the important stuff.

All you have to do is pedal.

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