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Journeys: Stories of Provence

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8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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Highlights

Tour alongside a local guide to learn Avignon's history.

Learn about modern art at the LUMA tower.

Roman history and Van Gogh’s cafe.

Ride an open-air train through the salt basins and pink waters of Aigues-MortesAigues-Mortes.

Morning market in Aix-en-Provence.

Itinerary

Wander through sun-drenched squares, ancient Roman arches, and village markets bursting with colour, where the rhythm of Provence unfolds. From Avignon's papal halls to the pink salt flats of the Camargue, join local guides and artisans who know every stall and story. Learn to play pétanque, sample sweet calissons, and savor regional flavours under the Provençal sun.

day 1Avignon

Arrive at any time.
Please make your own way to the joining hotel.
We recommend arriving a day or two early to fully explore this world-renowned city.

Accomodation
Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes (or similar)
Included Activity
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Avignon

day 3Avignon/Arles

day 4Saint Rémy & Les Baux en Provence

day 5Full Day in Camargue

day 6Arles/Aix-en-Provence

day 7Aix-en-Provence

day 8Aix-en-Provence

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels – 7 nts.
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches
Note: Allow USD365-475 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, train, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
National Geographic Expedition Leader throughout.
Included activities
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Play Pétanque Like a Local, ArlesYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Morning Market in Aix-en-Provence, Aix-en-ProvenceWalking tour alongside a local guide to learn Avignon's historyCatch a morning train from Avignon to ArlesLUMA museum, Arles AmphitheatreStop at the Van Gogh CaféSaint-Rémy-de-Provence and its famed weekly marketHilltop village of Les Baux-de-ProvenceAix-en-Provence, a town known for its moss-covered fountains and leafy boulevards

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