A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex
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A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex
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You'll have a unique opportunity in Vaucluse to discover a mythical French vehicle from the 60s: the Solex!
Our region's small, paved roads make for great rides at speeds of up to 25 kph.
The slow pace of this moped is ideal for taking your time and enjoying the Provencal countryside, between the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux.
The tour starts in the village of Beaumes-de-Venise.
We'll wind our way through the Muscat vines, a local specialty.
We'll pause to enjoy the scenery and talk about the history of the area.
The tour ends with a wine tasting in a village cellar.
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Ages 18-75
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English, French
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- Helmets are supplied
- Wine tasting in the cellar after the tour
- Using the Solex during the tour
- Start:
- Beaumes-de-venise parking, 122 Pl. du Marché, 84190 Beaumes-de-Venise, FranceThe "Place du Marché" is a large parking lot where you can park for free. The meeting point is located in this parking lot, between the "pharmacie des Dentelles" and the Ventoux Provence tourism office.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 445892P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- You need to be 18 minimum.
- If you're born after 01/01/1988, you need a driving license.
- From 2 persons.
- 4 persons max.
- The maximum weight is 105 kgs to use the Solex.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 445892P1
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- 122 Pl. du Marché, 84190 Beaumes-de-Venise, FranceThe "Place du Marché" is a large parking lot where you can park for free. The meeting point is located in this parking lot, between the "pharmacie des Dentelles" and the Ventoux Provence tourism office.
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Sheila H
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Sept 2024 • Friends
Clem was a brilliant guide, he had very good organisation& communication skills, especially when he had to rearrange, due to bad weather! He was very knowledgable about the area and wine making.
The bikes were fun and easy to use, & drew smiles from pedestrians when we whizzed by!
The wine tasting at the end was also fabulous and a lovely finish to the day . 😀
The bikes were fun and easy to use, & drew smiles from pedestrians when we whizzed by!
The wine tasting at the end was also fabulous and a lovely finish to the day . 😀
Written 9 September 2024
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Thank you for your message, that's a lovely comment, greatly appreciate ;)
Written 12 September 2024
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Serge C
3 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Simply superb!!! A solex ride that made us 45 years younger!!!!
Magnificent landscapes through the vineyards, olive trees, almond trees and other local crops, our passionate guide Clement delighted us with his culture and his kindness.
Clement showed us historic places in the region and explained all the details with passion.
Thank you again, I really recommend, we had
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Sylvie and Serge Camunas from Lyon
Magnificent landscapes through the vineyards, olive trees, almond trees and other local crops, our passionate guide Clement delighted us with his culture and his kindness.
Clement showed us historic places in the region and explained all the details with passion.
Thank you again, I really recommend, we had
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Sylvie and Serge Camunas from Lyon
Written 2 June 2024
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Un grand Merci Sylvie pour cet avis détaillé et fort sympathique !
Le plaisir était partagé, j'ai adoré vous faire découvrir la Provence autrement :)
Written 3 June 2024
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Catherine R
Saint-Genis-Pouilly, France3 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
What a great idea this little solex tour with Clément!!! With clear explanations for the use of the ¨bolide¨, Clément took us for a stroll along the small roads among the vineyards with stops to enjoy the views, take some photos and explain the history of the region. We really had a good time, all topped off by a good tasting at the ¨Vignon¨ cellar in Beaume-de-Venise. Thank you Clément for this concept 👍
Written 24 May 2024
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Je vous remercie Catherine pour votre retour d'expérience ! Très heureux que vous ayez apprécié ce tour en Solex et la dégustation :)
Written 27 May 2024
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EC9025
3 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Very nice walk around the Beaumes-de-Venice, the Solex making the exit unusual! Clement, our Guide, is passionate and makes the outing exciting. Its Solex are in very good condition and safety standards are all respected. He also knows the surroundings very well, we were able to enjoy information, both geographical and cultural, on the different sites nearby.
The wine tasting completed the walk in the vineyards but the world present at the wine merchant made the experience less immersive, it broke with the 2 beautiful hours spent on the Solex. That remains on our review.
Do not hesitate to try, Clement having other walking routes to do in the area! We'll do it again.
The wine tasting completed the walk in the vineyards but the world present at the wine merchant made the experience less immersive, it broke with the 2 beautiful hours spent on the Solex. That remains on our review.
Do not hesitate to try, Clement having other walking routes to do in the area! We'll do it again.
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Written 17 August 2024
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Merci Edwige pour ce retour ! Ce sera avec plaisir pour un autre tour :)
Written 25 August 2024
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JojoDuTreize
Marseille, France2 contributions
Very interesting walks. Clement our guide be passionate about Solex, great motor bike of another time, and the area that showed us around. We found that break times might be a little shorter. However this is an experience we recommend to anyone passing by. Thank you Clement for this beautiful walk.
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Written 27 July 2024
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Merci à vous pour votre message. J'essaierai de raccourcir les arrêts à l'avenir. Je vous souhaite le meilleur :)
Written 28 July 2024
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Estelle G
Carpentras, France2 contributions
Oct 2023 • Business
Great ride thanks to Clément's experience. Solex ride organized with company employees! Departure from the center of Beaumes de Venise towards the marvelous landscapes in the heart of the vineyard... View of the Dentelles de Montmirail and return for a wine tasting at the Xavier VIGNON estate. The best! to test !
Written 2 April 2024
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Merci Estelle ! Ravi que ça vous ait plu :)
Written 27 May 2024
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MEDINA M
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A lover of his region. Over the course of the walk Clement described and counted his terroir. Riding on Solex full of history and charm our walk was a moment of escape and pleasure. I highly recommend the activity as a group or couple. Let yourself be carried away by this pleasant moment.
Thank you Clement
Thank you Clement
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Written 14 September 2024
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Merci Julie pour votre commentaire et votre gentillesse :)
Written 18 September 2024
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MarionSoard
Avignon, France9 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
An original activity which allows you to take a lovely 2-wheel ride to discover the village and vineyards of Beaumes de Venise, as well as to taste the region's wines.
The landscapes are magnificent, Clément is an excellent guide and the vintages presented at the Xavier Vignon cellar are sublime!
I highly recommend !
The landscapes are magnificent, Clément is an excellent guide and the vintages presented at the Xavier Vignon cellar are sublime!
I highly recommend !
Written 31 January 2024
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Merci Marion pour votre commentaire ! Au plaisir
Written 27 May 2024
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Adeline C
Istres, France5 contributions
Nov 2024 • Couples
An excellent time with Clement in the middle of the vineyards. We enjoyed this great walk very pleasant and within reach of all. Solex experience is validated. And the discovery of the wines of Domaine des Favards great too. Thank you.
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Written 5 November 2024
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Je vous remercie Adeline pour ce message et je suis très heureux que l'expérience balade/dégustation vous ait convaincu :)
Written 8 November 2024
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Muriel S
Brussels, Belgium3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Magnificent experience during the 2023 summer holidays. Solex ride through magnificent Provençal landscapes. A top guide to accompany us. So delighted that we contacted Clément again for a second walk in November 2023. Absolutely worth discovering.
Written 25 November 2023
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Merci Muriel pour ce commentaire ! Ravi de vous avoir fait découvrir la Provence autrement.
Written 27 May 2024
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