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Overview
Your trip to Provence is truly impressive! It is fantastic sun-kissed part of France with endless lavender fields, sleepy little villages, red and yellow ochre cliffs, ancient castles, vineyards, gorges of rare beauty and mountains. The true spirit of the country is always preserved better far away from the big cities – in provinces. Provence is good example of that. You will see the life of the French people and the amazing blooming nature of France.
Key features:
- 7-day tour to Provence from Nice/Marseille
- Explore lovely Provence villages and the spectacular Verdon Gorge
- Rose wine tastings
- Great-value tour includes 4-star hotel accommodation
- Small group tour for up to 8 people guarantees the best personalized experience
- Daily transportation in modern comfortable air-conditioned car
What's included
Comfortable car or minibus transportation
The services of an experienced tour manager
2 wine tastings
Tourist taxes
Breakfast
Accommodation in a comfortable 4-star hotel (double or twin rooms)
Lunch and dinner (tour manager can help with restaurant reservations)
Optional activities are not included in the itinerary
What to expect
Day 1: Arrival day: Marseille - Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence
4h
Upon arrival at Marseille airport be greeted by our team leader, who will bring you to charming hotel in Aix-en-Provence. You will have an opportunity to explore this lovely medieval town.
Day 2: Avignon and Les Boux-de-Provence
Avignon
8h
Avignon is considered the most picturesque town in the Rhone Valley. Town center is still surrounded by medieval walls. This is the Popes town, which was the largest centre of arts and Catholicism in France for many centuries.
After Avignon we will visit a wonderful village on the top of the hill – Les Boux-de-Provence.
Day 3: Valensole - Moustiers-Sainte-Marie
Moustiers Sainte-Marie
8h
We will drive along endless lavender fields in full bloom, and will take loads of memorable photos.
We will stop for a lunch in a lovely village called Valensole.
After lunch we head to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most exciting Provence villages.
Day 4: Luberon national park
Gordes
8h
We explore the territory of Luberon Natural Park. We will visit Gordes – a town on the slope of the mountain, with a medieval castle.
Then we’ll visit the famous ancient Cistercian Abbey of Senanque.
Our next point is Rousillon. It is considered one of the most impressive villages in France - Roussillon is one of the "must-sees" in the Luberon.
On our way back we’ll make a stop in another picturesque village called Bonnieux.
After all we will have a rose wine tasting to make the day even more wonderful.
Day 5: Marseille
Marseille
8h
The Mediterranean famous port city of Marseille. We will visit its highest point - the hill, where the basilica of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde rises.
Then we’ll drive to the city centre and you’ll have free time in Marseille or you can have boat trips to Chateau d’If or to Calanques de Marseille (optional).
Day 6: Verdon Gorge
Gorges du Verdon
8h
Verdon Gorge. The pearl of our journey, a fantastic place and the pride of France – we’ll see breathtaking views.
In the summer heat, it will be a good idea to spend few hours on the shores of beautiful Saint Croix lake.
Day 7: Departure day: Aix-en-Provence - Marseille
Aix-en-Provence
2h
Pick up from the hotel and transfer to Marseille airport according to your flight departure time
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will pick you up and drop you off at Marseille airport, port, train station or at Aix-en-Provence train station
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
