Private Transfer to your hotel

Arrival at your accommodation

After the check-in, you will have the rest of the day to visit the surroundings.

Suggestion: Explore Avignon, “La Cite des Papes”

Stroll the boutique-lined streets and vibrant squares, dine in some excellent restaurants and see the impressive medieval wall that encircles the old city.

The main attraction in Avignon is another of Provence’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Palais des Papes. It’s one of the largest medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, former home to nine successive popes during the 14th century.

It took less than 20 years to build this immense religious structure with imposing walls and four impressive towers. Tours take visitors through 25 rooms. Must-see rooms include the Consistoire (Audience Room), the Grande Chapelle (Great Chapel), the Grand Tinel (Banquet Hall), and the private papal apartments. The views from the towers are the most sublime place to take in the city, the Rhône River and the famous Pont d’Avignon (Pont Saint-Bénézet).

The Pont d’Avignon is a testament to the exciting history of the capital of Vaucluse. Built between 1177 and 1185, the Saint-Bénezet Bridge, known as the “Pont d’Avignon,” once connected Avignon with Villeneuve-les-Avignon. After extensive repeated damage from war and flooding, only four of the original 22 arches remain today. When it was built it was the only link over the Rhone River between Lyon and the Mediterranean Sea.

Sample the Papalines d’Avignon, chocolate specialties made with aromatic oregano liqueur from Mont Ventoux. They are handmade and only sold by shops affiliated with the Vaucluse master confectioners. Five tons are sold each year! The asparagus is worth trying too during the spring season. It’s widely celebrated in Avignon – nearly every menu in town has fresh asparagus soup, roasted green asparagus, or the white variety lightly sautéed and served with sauce.

Half-day private driver at disposal 

Shared visit and wine tasting at Chateauneuf Du Pape

Your sommelier will invite you to discover the vineyards of Côtes-du-Rhône and to learn about its « terroir »: different soils, climate, and many different vine varieties. You will then be invited to visit the cellar where the aging of wines in «demi-muids» oak barrels is done.

Next, you will have an unforgettable tasting journey through the Rhône Valley’s exceptional wines where you will get to sample 1 Côtes-du-Rhône, 1 great wine « crus » Vacqueyras or Gigondas and 1 great wine « crus » Châteauneuf-du-Pape.

Full-Day Private Tour of Arles and the Alpilles

This tour takes you through the hills that inspired Vincent Van Gogh. It’s a magnificent corner of Provence.

Follow in the celebrated artist’s footsteps from medieval Les Baux-de-Provence, recognized as one of France’s most beautiful villages in France, past olive groves and through the hills to Saint-Remy-de-Provence.

History and art lovers will love Arles with its Roman and medieval ruins. You will certainly recognize a few of the buildings and streets that have been immortalized by Van Gogh.

You can stop or just drive through the villages according to your wishes as well as the time you want to spend.

Full-Day driver at disposal

Walk through the Vineyard and Picnic – Gastronomic and Oenology experience

You will explore the vineyard, and grape varieties by taking a tour through the pathway which runs through the vines. Then, you will visit the winery and learn the process of winemaking with the different grape varieties and complete the tour with a tasting.

At the end of the trail, you will get to enjoy a winemaker’s picnic under the shade of an olive tree.

Suggestion: Visit the Charming Villages in the Luberon Regional Nature Park

An idyllic piece of rural landscape, the Luberon Regional Nature Park is an off-the-beaten-track area in the Vaucluse department (Provence). This UNESCO-listed nature reserve is based around the rugged mountainous area of the Montagne du Lubéron. The 120,000-hectare reserve encompasses limestone mountains, rolling hills, serene valleys, orchards and farms. The picturesque villages of the Luberon are some of Provence’s most charming, unspoiled tourist destinations. Exploring this area requires a driving itinerary, but it’s worth it.

The town of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue has become the capital of antiques in recent years, with many antique dealer groupings as well as galleries and shops. This “island city” lies at the foot of the Vaucluse plateau. Its colors are nature’s green and the bright reflection of the water shining from the several canals running through its center. The river Sorgue surrounds the city as if to hug it. Walking along the canals you will notice how they run between the narrow ancient streets. There are little bridges to cross and great wheels to look at with mossy blades turning in the river. Market on Saturdays.

Gordes is listed as one of the “Plus Beaux Villages de France” (Most Beautiful Villages of France). This lovely little hilltop village looks like the scene of a postcard or painting. An ancient “village perché” (perched village), Gordes has a dramatic setting. The village stands on a steep slope descending from the Plateau de Vaucluse to the Coulon Valley. The perched location provided protection from invasions during the Middle Ages. Dominating Gordes is the 16th-century Château de Gordes, a fortified castle with medieval corner towers and a grand doorway. At the center of Gordes, the Place du Château de Gordes is a lively town square with many cafés, restaurants, art galleries, and souvenir shops. Market on Tuesdays.

One of the most scenic abbeys in France, the peaceful Abbaye de Sénanque sits in a picturesque valley (five kilometers from the historic village of Gordes) on the southern edge of the Vaucluse plateau. Surrounded by fields of lavender flowers, the scene is a profusion of vibrant purple when in full bloom from July through the beginning of August. The Abbey of Sénanque was founded in 1148 by the Cistercian monastery at Mazan, near Carpentras, and became one of the most important Cistercian monasteries in Provence. The abbey is still a working monastery and requires visitors to respect the silent ambience of the place. To see the cloister and other rooms of the monastery, visitors must take a guided tour (reservations are recommended).

Roussillon is the capital of ochre. This small village, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France, blends into the surrounding cliffs. As you walk through the narrow streets and enjoy the small squares, you see and feel the color that is an inherent part of its history. It all goes back to the sea which once covered the area. When the sea dried up several million years ago, pouring rain slowly transformed the accumulated layers of limestone into ochre-bearing sands. Ochre was first used as a natural paint in the painted caves that prehistoric man embellished. It was later rediscovered at the time of the French Revolution, and was sold throughout the world for over a century. Ochre is a natural pigment with indelible color. Market on Thursdays.

One of the famous ‘perched villages’ of Provence, Menerbes is a medieval village spread out along a hilltop in the center of the Luberon region. Typical of the ancient Luberon villages, you will find narrow streets passing carefully restored medieval houses as you climb up the hill. Most of the houses in Menerbes date from the 16th and 17th centuries, and a large number have been beautifully renovated in recent years. The village of Menerbes has long attracted artists – Nicolas de Stael and Picasso lived here. But the village is better known for a more recent resident, Peter Mayle, who wrote his ‘Year in Provence’ books while living in the village. These books undoubtedly brought fame and repute to the villages of the Luberon and Menerbes in particular, and deservedly so.

The village of Lourmarin came into being with the building of a castle here: it was constructed in the 12th century, and subsequently replaced in the 15th century and improved in the 16th century. Lourmarin village itself is very attractive, with lots of narrow winding Provençal streets, many too narrow or too steep for cars to ever pass, meandering past centuries old houses. Allow yourself time to explore some of the art galleries and shops in the village and there are a couple of small squares where you will be pleased to stop for a while and enjoy a refreshing drink while reflecting on the history that positively oozes from the town. Market on Fridays.

Gourmet Walking Tour of Aix-en-Provence

Join a local foodie for a unique taste of the lifestyle of magical Aix-en-Provence on a gourmet walking tour of the city. You’ll walk through historic golden streets, dipping in and out of food shops, tasting local specialties and learning fun history.

You’ll rub shoulders with locals in one-of-a-kind food shops and the daily farmers market, tasting the region’s seasonal sweet and savory specialties. Your guide will explain the history behind the city’s food traditions while meeting the families who run the best addresses in town. The tour takes place in the 700-year-old market square, where you’ll discover the seasons, tasting fruits and vegetables harvested just the day before.

Suggestion: Explore Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence’s city center is a lively maze of narrow streets, shaded squares, and elegant architecture. At its heart lies the Cours Mirabeau, a tree-lined avenue perfect for strolling and people-watching at one of its many cafés.

The old town is filled with colorful markets, boutique shops, and artisan bakeries. Discover the majestic Saint-Sauveur Cathedral, explore the Musée Granet’s impressive art collections, or follow in Cézanne’s footsteps to his preserved studio. Fountains decorate nearly every square, adding charm and a sense of calm. With its vibrant atmosphere and cultural richness, the city center offers an unforgettable Provençal experience.

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