by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 7, 2017 | Blog
The Luberon is a corner of Provence that encapsulates everything you’d expect from Provence – great food, rich history, and beautiful views. The region was made famous by Peter Mayle’s book, “A Year In Provence”. We love the area and love to show it off on bike tours...
by Jamie Gilpin | Nov 7, 2017 | Blog, Preparation, Self Guided Tours, Tips & Advice |
Are you overwhelmed with the idea of a self-guided tour? Or, are you not completely sure what a self-guided tour is? Or, are you curious what makes our self-guided tours so special? OBT Self-Guided Bicycle Tours are not the typical “self-guided” tour. Often referred to as “Independent Supported...
by Jamie Gilpin | Oct 17, 2017 | Blog, Update |
We regularly receive praise from our guests, particularly from our Tour de France Spectator Tours. Sometimes we ask for feedback while sometimes feedback comes unsolicited. Some are brief while others are very detailed. We love hearing from our guests, especially when it is out of the blue. Feedback is...
by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 29, 2016 | Blog |
The Luberon is a region within greater Provence that is home to what many cherish as the true Provence. Villages of Menerbes, Lacoste, Roussillon, and Gordes give the region the genuine feel of the area. Weekly village markets, a slow pace, quiet roads, rich history, and friendly locals all add...
by Jamie Gilpin | Dec 29, 2016 | Blog |
There are many words that create images of Provence – lavender, wine, Mt. Ventoux, the Luberon, relaxed, beautiful. All of these create the perfect destination for a vacation. And what better vacation than cycling in Provence? In Provence there is riding for all levels – whether you’re looking for...
