Provence discovery day tour from Aix en Provence

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Embark on an adventure with a reliable local guide to discover the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Provence. Your journey begins in the Alpilles mountain range, where you'll find the medieval village of Les Baux de Provence perched on a rocky spur overlooking the valley. This charming location will transport you back in time.Next, you'll be whisked away to the Pont du Gard, the world's most well-preserved Roman aqueduct that once supplied water to the city of Nîmes (please note, museum entrance is not included). Your exploration continues as you drive through Provence, cruising along the docks between the Rhône River and Avignon's medieval walls. As you enter the grand "City of the Popes", you'll spot landmarks such as the Saint-Benezet Bridge, known from the children’s song “Sur le Pont d’Avignon”, and the Popes' Palace, Europe's largest gothic-style palace (entrance tickets are not included).No trip to Provence would be complete without sampling some local wines. You'll get to explore the vineyards of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a renowned winemaking village nestled beneath a dominating castle. Here, you'll visit a distinguished winery and savour some exceptional wines.
Highlights
- Admire the extraordinary architecture of the Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard
- Discover Les Baux de Provence, a renaissance style village
- Take part to a wine tasting in the renowned village of Chateauneuf-du-Pape
- Choose to visit the Popes's Palace, the biggest 14th gothic palace in Europe (optional)
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
10 hours
Available in English, French
What's included
- Transportation in 8-seater A/C minibus
- English-speaking professional driver/guide
- Entrance fee to Pont du Gard
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Not included
- Entrance tickets to the Popes' Palace in Avignon
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Where you'll meet
Meet your driver/guide directly in front of the tourist office. Please arrive at leats 10 minutes before departure.
Operated by
A LA FRANCAISE
Important information
Accessibility:
* This tour is not for people with mobility impairments (Wheelchair)
Not allowed:
* Children under 4 years old
Know in advance:
* You'll have free time for lunch (at your own expense)
* Tours are operated for a minimum of 2 passengers, however bookings for solo travellers are accepted. If the solo traveller remains the only passenger booked for a departure, A La Française ! will contact the passenger the day before the tour in order to offer an alternative tour or date. If the passenger refuses the alternative suggestion, he will be fully refunded as A La Française ! will not charge the tour-operator for the service
* The tour operator cannot be held responsible for delays due to traffic conditions, weather, accidents incurred while entering or exiting the vehicle or for robbery of personal effects or luggage
* You must be 18 years old to drink alcohol during this tour
Remember to bring:
* Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
* A water bottle to stay hydrated