Private Tour aroud the most beautiful sites of the Luberon :
8h30 : Departure from Avignon to the city of Isle-sur-La-Sorgue
Discovery of the most beautiful Provençal market of the Vaucluse department. L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue is best known for its Antic shops village. Immersion in the colors and fragrances of Provence.
10h15 : Departure to the village of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse
A legendary place that has inspired many artists. Its mysterious source is a geological curiosity that has challenged scientists and biologists. The beauty of this site won’t leave you indifferent.
11h30 : Departure for the village of Gordes
After a photo stop over the village of Gordes (a stop in the village is possible), the group can enjoy a Provençal lunch in an excellent restaurant located below the village. (L’Estellan)
13h45 : Departure for Roussillon
Simple visit of the village, small hike on the ochre trail (30 mn), discovery of OKRAS (school of Ochre), in 1 hour the group will be able to enjoy a real immersion in the universe of Provençal ochre.
15h30 : Return to Avignon
visit of the main site of the city, possibility to enjoy tickets combined Popes Palace/Saint Benezet Bridge. It is essential to start the visit of the Palace before 5 pm (see affluence).
End of day : 18:00
Journey Tour between Van Gogh and the Antiques :
9h00 : Departure to the city of Arles.
Guided tour in the heart of a city with a preserved identity, marked by the passage of renowned impressionist artists. (Entrances in the Amphitheatre included and free time to discover the largest market of provence according to the day). Minimum 2 hours visit.
11.30 am : Departure for Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
Lunch in a provençal restaurant in the heart of the town of Nostradamus.
13h45 : Presentation of the Antiques and the city of Glanum. visit of Saint-Paul-de-Mausole, the Hospital where Van gogh spent the last year of his life in Provence.
2.30 pm : Departure for the village of Les-Baux-de-Provence.
Quick stop to enjoy the view over the village of Les-Baux. Free time in the village of Les-Baux-de-Provence. (Possibility to visit the famous « Carrières de Lumières »)
15h15 : back to Avignon
Visit of the Palace of the Popes and end of the visit from the garden of the Doms to enjoy the view on the bridge and the banks of the Rhône.
End of visit : 18h
Private Tour : The most beautifoul cities of Provence
9h : Appointment on the Place de l’Horloge in Avignon for a visit of the city’s major sites (see combined tickets Palace/bridge). Minimum 2h visit.
11h : Departure for Aix-en-Provence
After a lunch in the heart of the historic center, a visit of 1h will allow to discover the most beautiful squares and monuments of the city.
3 pm : Departure for Marseille
Discover Notre Dame de la Garde, Fort Saint Jean, the Major and the Panier district.
2 600 years of history are offered to us for a visit purely mediterranean. (possibility tasting olive oil in the basket).
Return to Avignon : 18h30.
Private Tour : Splendors in Camargue area.
9h : Departure for the city of Aigues-Mortes.
Discovery of a medieval bastide in the heart of atypical landscapes. Aigues-mortes will make you live the time of the Crusades of Louis IX. Visit the city and its ramparts. Free time for lunch.
13h00 : Departure for the ornithological park of the Pont-de-Gau
Lovers of breathtaking landscapes, you will be served : the small Camargue is an exceptional nature reserve benefiting from contrasting landscapes, rice fields, saline, and exceptional ornithological parks. Visit of the Park and observation of protected species.
14h45 : Departure for the Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Known as the cultural capital of the Camargue area. Located between the Mediterranean and exceptional wild landscapes, it is also the scene of many legends.
Discover a mysterious and vibrant city with your guide. Taste regional specialities during a small Camargue snack, feet in the sand!
Return to Avignon : 17h00
- special conditions
– this type of private excursions are only on Rendez-vous.
– the rate include the entrance fees for the monuments and the rental of a vehicle with driver
– prices vary from 650 € to 950 € for a full day. Quotation on request.
– the circuits developed aboved are adaptable according to the desires of the visitors, and as far as possible.
– visits and accompaniment with your guide are in French and English.
– your guide covers the entire « Grand Sud de France » zone through many destinations.
Feel free to express your wishes for cities not mentioned above