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Chaîne des Alpilles

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From Avignon: Full-Day Best of Provence Tour

1. From Avignon: Full-Day Best of Provence Tour

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Provence during this guided full-day tour from Avignon. Enjoy the town of Fontaine de Vaucluse and stop in the lavender fields for photos. Go for a walk in St-Rémy-de-Provence and take in the views from Pont du Gard.  Be picked up from a meeting point in Avignon and board a comfortable and air-conditioned van for the scenic drive to Fontaine de Vaucluse. Take in the relaxing atmosphere in this town that is next to a spring at the foot of the Vaucluse Mountains. Admire the Provençal landscapes in of Luberon and have a chance to have a photo stop in lavender fields in summer (from June 15th to July 31st). Head over to Gordes which is listed as "one of the most beautiful villages in France." Walk in the red streets of Roussillon and marvel at panoramic views of the Alpilles in Baux-de-Provence. Take a stroll through the beautiful city of St-Rémy-de-Provence. Stop at the ancient Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard before returning to your meeting point. 

Highlights of Provence : Les Baux and Chateauneuf du Pape

2. Highlights of Provence : Les Baux and Chateauneuf du Pape

Free time in Les Baux de Provence, medieval fortress located on a rocky spur in the Alpilles region. Attend the light and sound show dedicated to the Dutch Painters from Vermeer to Van Gogh in Carrières de Lumières (entrance included). Scenic drive through the vineyard of Châteauneuf du Pape followed by wine-tastings at 2 different wineries. From the ruins of the Pope's summer residence, enjoy a panoramic view over the Rhône river valley and the hill ranges surrounding the village. This full day tour will return to Avignon in the middle of the day.Lunch on your own in Avignon

From Marseille: Full-Day Les Baux de Provence Wine Tour

3. From Marseille: Full-Day Les Baux de Provence Wine Tour

Start your day of culture with a convenient, pick up service from your accommodation in Marseille or from the arrivals terminal at the Port. After a brief meet and greet with your driver you will set off on your wine tasting adventure. Commence your adventure with a scenic drive to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, roughly 1-hour away from Aix en Provence in Marseille. Whilst visiting one of the fine wineries of the Appellation les Baux de Provence you will discover 12 to 20 different kinds of high-quality wines. Follow this with a visit to the Alpilles and marvel at ruins of a castle amidst a medieval village. Witness the beauty of the olive groves as you look out over the town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. Whilst in this area, you will also be able to attend a magnificent quarry art and light show. Participants will also have the option to choose lunch at a local restaurant.  End your day of adventure with a trip back to your accommodation in Marseille and enjoy an evening of rest.

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What people are saying about Chaîne des Alpilles

Overall rating

4.7 / 5

based on 81 reviews

We think the tour is a great way to visit not only several picturesque and unique villages but also magnificent Pont du Gard in one day. Our tour guide, Frederic (spelling?), was very knowledgeable and passionate about his work, accommodating and kind. We don't think we'd have enjoyed it as much if it weren't for Frederic.

Nicholas was simply a brilliant guide: he was extremely friendly and patient, and his explanations were very insightful and meticulous in detail. He would be an excellent guide for any tour and I would recommend him to anyone.

Wonderful full day tour! We saw so many beautiful things and our tour guide was very informative. I highly recommend this tour.

Wonderful, moreover the guide is very professional and does not lack humor

The driver was very nice , he halped us în everything