10 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Discover the rich history of Provence during visits to Avignon, Les-Baux-de-Provence and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.In the first part of your tour, you'll climb up to the top of the fortified medieval city walls of Avignon, discovering the city stretching in all its beauty along the Rhone River. Learn about its historical past when the papacy was established in the early 14th century. You'll also enjoy skip-the-line access and follow the guide inside the Pope's Palace, the largest Gothic-styled Palace in Europe. While walking on the cobbled streets to the Place de l'Horloge, find out about the secret of the painted windows. Admire the theatre and the Town Hall topped with its clock tower. Your walking tour will end up with a glass of Cotes du Rhone wine served in a historical place.In the second part of your tour, discover the Roman and medieval architecture with the Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard and the medieval village of Les-Baux-de-Provence. You will visit this UNESCO-classified bridge, also the most amazing and best-preserved piece of Roman aqueduct in Western Europe. Climb up the village of Les-Baux-de-Provence, located upon a rock at 245 meters of altitude. Stroll through its historical centre where you will see the Museum of Santons, the Hotel des Porcelets, Saint Vincent Church and beautiful houses from the 16th century.Before the end of your tour, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the town centre of beautiful Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
Operated by
Provence Reservation
Location
Meet your guide at 4 Rue de la République at least 10 minutes before departure.
Address
4 Rue de la République, 84000 Avignon, France
Experience
Inclusions
- Entrance fees
- Wine tasting
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver guide
Exclusions
- Tips (optional)
- Lunch
Venues
- The Pont du Gard
With more than 1.5 million visitors each year, The Pont du Gard is the most visited ancient monument in France. Built in the 1st century AD, this 50-meter high and 273-meter long Roman aqueduct is a Unesco World Heritage Site. This place is one of the most spectacular Roman monuments that remain in France and the only ancient 3-stage bridge still standing!
- Palais des Papes
Perched atop the Rocher des Doms overlooking the city of Avignon and the Rhône river, the Palais des Papes (or Popes' Palace) is surrounded by the Ramparts, the Petit Palais, the Notre Dame des Doms Cathedral and the famous Saint-Bénézet bridge, best known as the Pont d’Avignon.
Additional Information
- Accessibility:
- Unfortunately, this tour is not suitable for wheelchairs and people with mobility impairments
- Visit the Pope's Palace, the largest Gothic-styled Palace in Europe
- Not suitable for children under the age of 4
- Admire the view from the medieval village of Les-Baux-de-Provence
- Know in advance:
- The tour requires a minimum of 2 participants, however, bookings for solo travelers are accepted. If the solo traveler remains the only participant, the local operator will contact the customer the day before the tour to offer an alternative tour or date. Customers who refuse the alternative will be fully refunded
- See the Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard, a UNESCO-classified bridge
- You must be able to walk over paved streets and climb a series of steps to reach the Pope's Palace
- Enjoy walking in the city center of beautiful Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
- This tour doesn't include a visit to the Pont du Gard Museum but you will see the bridge itself
- For bookings with children from 4 to 11 years old, please advise the age
- Guests must be at least 18 years old to consume alcohol
- You'll have free time for lunch (at your own expense)
- Remember to bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle to stay hydrated
Extras Available
If the displayed extras are not bookable via our website, you can book and pay locally within the destination
Transport included
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.