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Provence package Small group tour 3 days 2 nights 4*hotel Aix en Provence to Marseille, Cassis, Luberon, Les Baux, Avignon

 
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Registered Guide, Transportation, Entrance Fees, 2 overnights in a 4* hotel with breakfast in Aix en Provence.

Please note that the day tours order will change according to your arrival date.

Discovering Provence is nothing less than an immersion in Van Gogh and Cézanne’s colors palettes! Explore the Roman and Romanesque heritage, stroll along the rocky, bright coast admiring the picturesque panoramas and the the fascinating Mediterranean blue, drop into bustle of cities like Cassis and Aix-en-Provence, and the charming hilltop villages quite literally above it all.

A Provence way of life brings you its tasteful southern cuisine, full of olive oil, herbs, tomatoes and capsicum, pairing perfectly with local wines such as the popular Rosé de Provence.

Then, as you relax, let the cicadas sing you their delightful lullabies!


Itinerary

Day 1 : Cassis calanques & Wine tasting (everyday).

Pick up is at 8:30 AM at the Aix en Provence Tourist Office

Discover Cassis and the Calanques, a UNESCO World Heritage area.

We'll start by a strolling through the streets and squares of this charming harbor village dubbed “the Little Saint Tropez of Provence”. 

 

Then get on board in the small port of Cassis for an amazing short cruise of the Calanques Natural Park ('creeks'). Take in impressive views and the contrast between the white cliffs and the calanques turquoise water!

 

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Lunch at your leisure in Cassis.

 

 

Cap Canaille

Continue your day direction to the Cap Canaille, listed by UNESCO as the highest limestone cliff in Europe. On the way, enjoy the driving along the Route des Crêtes. Get yourself amazed by the view overlooking the coast.

 

 

Provence Wine tasting

After all these stunning view, let's take a time to discover the wines of the appelation Côte de Provence Sainte Victoire.

The Côtes de Provence Sainte-Victoire are located on the foothills of the famous Montagne Sainte-Victoire which were a source of inspiration for the painter Cézanne. The vineyards are mainly located on south-facing hillsides, protected from the Mistral wind thus the efficiently clay-limestone soils with significant stoniness benefit from all the necessary assets for quality production.

 

 


Drop off at 4:30 PM at the Aix en Provence Tourist Office.

Please note that the drop off times may change according to the traffic.


Check in at the Cezanne Hotel**** in Aix en Provence.

 

Day 2 :  Arles, Saint-Remy & Les Baux de Provence (everyday).

Pick up at 09:00 AM at the Aix en Provence Tourist Office. 


The old Roman and Romanesque city of Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Your Guide will drive you to the historic city of Arles where again you'll be given free time to explore the Roman monuments as the Theatre, Amphitheatre, and the Alyscamps, immortalized several times in Van Gogh's paintings. Don’t miss the majestic Place de la République, the city's main square, the spectacular Romanesque Saint-Trophime cathedral famous for its sculpted façade and its cloister, and the high Roman obelisk in front of the ornate City Hall. Finish with a beverage at the Café Van Gogh, for it is this village where the famous artist moved to in 1888 and where he painted his iconic Sunflower series.
 

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Saint Rémy de Provence.

Your Guide will drive you to the beautiful village of Saint Rémy de Provence, where again you'll have the opportunity to make discoveries at your pace among the many beautiful Roman Antic monuments.

 

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Lunch at your leisure in Saint Rémy de Provence


Medieval hilltop village of Baux-de-Provence.

You continue this excellent Day Tour by discovering the authentic old village of Les Baux-de-Provence. There will some free time to stroll around this perched mountain village from the Middle Ages, full of narrow cobblestone streets, old mansions and the picturesque Saint-Vincent church where you can appreciate the panoramic views of the Provence landscape from the promontory of the ruined fortress.

 

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Drop off at 05:00 PM at the Aix en Provence Tourist Office.


Please note that the drop off times may change according to the traffic.

 

Day 3 : Villages of the Luberon (everyday).


Check out after breakfast.

Pick up at 09:00 AM at Aix en Provence Tourist Office.

Your guide will drive you to the classic hilltop villages of Luberon, at a height of 1200 meters (4000 feet) where, among other things, you can look over two mountain ranges and the peaceful national park and forest. Simply elevating!

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Senanque Abbey.

Located deep in its Provençal valley, the Abbey of Sénanque is one of the most pure examples of the primitive Cistercian architecture. Just like during the 12th century, a community of Cistercians monks is currently living in the Abbey of Sénanque, still following the rule of Saint Benedict.
Seven times a day, the monks gather in the abbey church to pray together.

 

Lunch at your leisure in a local village

 

The village of Gordes.

You'll start this immersive Provençal day by picture-perfect Gordes, classified as one of the most beautiful villages in France! There will be free time here to stroll through its steep cobblestone streets, discover its secret squares and admire the fine Renaissance chateau with its commanding view of the valley.

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Roussillon.

The last (but not least) place on the tour is Roussillon, the famous perched village located on a rocky promontory, dominating the ochre quarries. Nicknamed the “Provencal Colorado”, there is a surprising amount of rich warm color in these unusual cliffs!  

 

Lourmarin.

Before heading back to Aix-en-Provence, enjoy a last stop at Lourmarin village. Classified as one of the most beautiful village in France as well, Lourmarin is also known as an artist's village. Many artists as the writers Albert Camus and Henri Bosco were attracted by this place surrounded by olive and almond trees. 


Drop off at 05:00 PM at the Aix en Provence Tourist Office. 


Please note that the drop off times may change according to the traffic.


Accommodation

The Boutique Hotel Cezanne**** has featured in the city's history for 100 years. Just 5 minutes' walk from the prestigious Cours Mirabeau, it is ideally located near the city's ancient walls on the site of one of the first Rman cities in the Mediterranean basin.





Hotel may change according to availability. In this case we will provide an alternative at a parallel high quality.


This tour includes

  • Transportation in a comfortably appointed minivan for 3 days.
  • An English-speaking Guide.
  • A maximum of eight passengers per vehicle.
  • Visit of Cassis, Calanques & Wine tasting
  • Visit of Arles, Saint-Remy & Les Baux de Provence
  • Visit of Luberon villages
  • 2 overnights at Cezanne Hotel**** with breakfast


This tour does not include

  • Personal expenses
  • Meals and drinks
  • Guide appreciation gratuity
  • Hotel pick up/drop off
  • Private transfers


Additional information

This tour is subject to availability and a Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 2 people.

During the tours please remain mindful of the gathering times and locations given by your Guide to ensure your maximum enjoyment at each stop and an on-time return to Aix-en-Provence.

ALL THE TOURS ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITIES, IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PACKAGE, PLEASE CONTACT US.

 
Features
Duration of the tour3 days
LanguageEnglish
Hotel addressHôtel Cézanne**** - 40 Avenue Victor Hugo, 13100 Aix-en-Provence, France (+33 4 42 91 11 11)
MinivanThe transportation of this excursion is operated in a comfortable full options minibus. Maximum 8 passengers per minibus.
Types of travelSmall group packages
DestinationsProvence
Duration3 days
 
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Provence package Small group tour 3 days 2 nights 4*hotel Aix en Provence to Cassis, Wine tasting, Luberon, Gordes et Roussillon

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