Provence and its Wonders - French Side Travel

Provence and its Wonders

6 Days | Honeymoons & Romance

Spend 6 days discovering the very best that Provence has to offer.

Luxury | From $7,299 pp

This tour will give you a wonderful overview of the Provence region. You'll discover the charming Avignon, impressive Les Baux de Provence, and stunning Luberon villages. Stop in Aix-en-Provence for a gourmet experience before moving on to Marseille along the coast. You'll be able to cover a lot of ground at your own pace!

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Day 1: Marseille - Aix-en-Provence

Private transfer to your hotel

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.

Duo massage, including a bottle of Champagne

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Day 2: Aix-en-Provence

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.

The entire 3-hour tour includes all tastings at historic food merchants (pastries, Calisson candy etc..) and in the market (olives, lavender honey, fresh cheese and local hams) and a stop for a drink (either artisanal coffee or local rosé wine) as well as seasonal recipes and a map, which are handed out at the end.

Private workshop to create your own perfume

During this workshop, you will create a unique perfume with the best materials sourced from the town of Grasse in the northern part of the French Riviera.

The composition is made in a crystal bottle blown by hand. At the end of the workshop, you will leave with a 75 ml diffuser with the perfume you created. At your request, each creation from the workshop can be remade by the company’s team, thereafter, and sent to you so this experience can last a lifetime.

Private Perfume Workshop

Day 3: Avignon

Private Historic and cultural luxury tour to the Avignon country with a driver-guide

During this day, you will immerse yourself in medieval and spiritual Provence with the Rhône river as a cornerstone. Your driver-guide will pick you up at your hotel in a luxury vehicle.

The first stop will be at the famous village of Fontaine de Vaucluse which is a picturesque, hidden gem, surrounded by 230-meter high cliffs and caves. It is home to one of the largest natural springs in the world. Its success and popularity are largely due to the mysterious spring and its emerald green water – peaceful and tranquil in summer and winter and spectacular in spring and autumn. You will discover the importance of the river Sorgue to the many villages and towns it goes through. In the Middle Ages, the Sorgue was diverted to form several canals. One of them, the Canal de Vaucluse, today runs along the Rue des Teinturiers before joining the Rhône river by Avignon’s walled city.

Driving back from Fontaine de Vaucluse to Avignon, you will stop in Isle sur la Sorgue. Antique lovers and art collectors will be gratified by the nearly 300 permanent antique dealers and second hand shops here. Walking along the canals you will notice how the Sorgue river runs between the narrow ancient streets. There are little bridges to cross and great wheels to look at with mossy blades turning in the river.

Finally, you will reach Avignon through the town of Villeneuve lès Avignon. You will get a better view on Avignon from the Philippe-le-Bel tower, terminus of the famous and strategic Saint-Bénézet Bridge, joining Avignon. Situated on the rock of Doms, overhanging the Rhône river, the Popes’ Palace is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. You will have time to enjoy, at your own pace, a historical visit of this Papacy heritage, which ended in 1376 when Pope Grégoire XI decided to move to Rome, announcing the Great Occidental Schis (no guided visit in the Palace). A walking tour in the center of Avignon will complete this day. The 4 kilometer ramparts of the city are gathering lovely squares, cafés, handicrafts shops, churches and other surprises…

At the end of this well rounded day, your driver-guide will drive you back to your hotel.

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Day 4: Avignon

Private lunch by a chef in a traditional house accompanied by a visit to the wine cellar

In this tour, firstly you will visit the terroir and cellars and learn about the history of l’Oratoire des Papes, one of the oldest estates in the Chateauneuf du Pape appellation. After this, you will be excited to taste the finest vintage wines. You will even be served aperitifs and appetizers in the private salon.

Next, you will have an opportunity to indulge in authentic Provencal cuisine exclusively offered for wine and gastronomy lovers. Our ambassador chef will prepare a selection of exceptional local dishes in the rotisserie and traditional kitchen using locally sourced seasonal products.

Half-day private driver at disposal

Day 5: Maussane les Alpilles - Les Baux de Provence

Full-day private driver at disposal 

Hot Air Balloon Ride Over the Luberon

Ride above the colorful Luberon region in a hot air balloon at sunrise.

Your tour begins in beautiful Roussillon with a safety course from your English-speaking guide and pilot. The flight will last one hour and offers panoramic views of one of Provence’s prettiest corners. In the summer you’ll spot vibrant lavender, poppies, and sunflower fields, enchanting perched villages, and the surrounding landscapes. Per tradition, Champagne is served at the end of the tour!

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Private visit of an aromatic plants distillery

In an area of ​​5 hectares in the heart of Provence, the Luberon, located on a plantation of truffle oaks, lavender, and olive trees, the Bastide operates a distillery of aromatic and medicinal plants on an exceptional site with a panoramic view. The distillery distills all organic and conventional aromatic and medicinal plants for the production of essential oils such as thyme, rosemary, lavender, helichryse…

In this private tour to the heart of the aromatic plantation, you can touch, smell, and understand the power of plants. The farmer will offer an exhibition of the production and extraction process. High in colors and scents, the plants will reveal all their properties to you and will transform in front of your eyes into oils with multiple powers. You will be offered a delicious croissant and coffee at the beginning of the visit. You can also take home some essential oils and floral water for your memories.

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Day 6: Provence

Private transfer to the airport

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    • This itinerary includes transport, activities, guides, accommodations with breakfasts, and other listed services
    • Price is in USD per person, assuming double occupancy. Note that prices and availability are subject to change.

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